HIA launches federal election imperatives
2019’s Federal election presents a golden opportunity for political parties across the spectrum to address the real problems facing the housing industry in 2019.
Author: Get Building
New ideas for more diverse housing in Sydney
The City of Sydney is calling for new ideas to boost the diversity of housing across the city, with a focus on identifying & developing new models to increase affordable housing supply.
Make your home more private and secure with a COLORBOND® steel fence
Say goodbye to that gap in the fence that the neighbours can see through.
Increasing speed & precision in bricklaying using augmented reality
Does the future of intricate architectural bricklaying sit with augmented reality?
Jobs and housing transforming Groote Eylandt
Groote Eylandt is a hive of building activity with locals chipping in to build themselves a better future.
Pipeline of building work continues to shrink
“Access to finance continues to constrain lending for the purchase of a new home,” said Tim Reardon, HIA’s Chief Economist.
Labor’s Budget Reply
“Master Builders welcomes Labor’s commitment to help train 150,000 extra apprenticeships in areas of skill shortage (as is the case in building and construction) and 10,000 young Australians to do a pre-apprenticeship program but seeks more of a focus and investment in not for profit…
Leave capital gains tax and negative gearing alone
A report released by the Housing Industry Association shows that the majority of Australian voters do not understand Labor’s proposed changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing. It also shows that the majority of people want a proper review before any changes take place.
Revamp your home with window furnishings
If you want to update your house without having to entirely redecorate, investing in new window dressings can be an inexpensive way of enhancing a house’s value.
Shutters vs. blinds
Choosing the right window furnishings for your home can be an overwhelming task. Betta Choice Shutters offer a vast array of premium blinds, shutters and awnings, in a wide range of colours and styles to maximise your living space. Blinds and shutters can prove to…
Positive impact on housing affordability
“For the past five years the building industry has driven economic growth in Australia. In contrast, the Budget assumes that dwelling investment will cool 7 per cent next year (2020).
Work underway on Melbourne Park redevelopment
Major demolition work is underway as part of Stage 3 of the Victorian Government’s redevelopment of Melbourne Park, the home of the Australian Open.