New online resource to fast track jab numbers in building industry
Master Builders Australia has launched a new partnership with the Pharmacy Guild to boost vaccinations in the building and construction industry.
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Nation-first care for Victorian tradies against silicosis
Victorian stonemasons at risk of silicosis will be able to get free world-class health screenings and treatments thanks to a landmark partnership between WorkSafe and The Alfred
New Home Sales remain strong in August 2021
“The strength in New Home Sales in recent months indicates that the boom in detached home building will continue to create strong employment opportunities into the second half of 2022,” stated HIA Economist Tom Devitt.
Building new homes for more Victorians
The Victorian Government is ramping up delivery of the landmark Big Housing Build, with the first allocation of funds to community housing projects that will create thousands of new homes and jobs across Victoria.
Massive Construction Compliance Blitz Across Victoria
With a major source of transmission in Victoria’s latest outbreak now linked to construction sites, a massive compliance blitz is starting to ensure the sector remains open and COVIDSafe.
NSW Government safeguarding against building site incidents
The NSW Government is taking a proactive step towards eliminating unsafe work on ladders, roofs and scaffold on building sites in a bid to better protect tradies and construction workers across the state.
Alice Springs set to transform with works beginning on CBD revitalisation
Construction has begun on a major component of the Alice Springs CBD Revitalisation project.
Fencing Awards 2021
The deadline for entries for the Fencing Awards 2021 has been extended to the 30th of September.
Industry welcomes the chance to get back to work
The residential building industry has welcomed the news that they will be back to work on 10 September 2021, however, has warned that it is essential that the lockdown does not go beyond this date.
Roadhouse to Recovery Projects Ready to Go
Nine projects are now complete as part of the Territory Government’s highly-popular $4 million Roadhouse to Recovery Grant initiative.
Digital insights to improve building quality
Boosting industry capability to implement the NSW Government’s building reforms has required targeted research to understand the current state of digital use among designers and contractors.
HIA welcomes confirmation that developer contributions add to house prices
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) is pleased to see clear confirmation in research released by the National Housing and Finance Investment Corporation (NHFIC) that the price of new homes is directly increased by the various developer charges being applied by local and state governments.