Builders back budget focus on small business, skills and infrastructure
Builders around the country will back the key initiatives in the Federal Budget that will help promote economic growth across the country.
Author: Get Building
House approvals continue to cool in February 2019
“Building approvals for detached houses declined again in February (2019), consistent with the trend of the past year,” said HIA’s Chief Economist Tim Reardon.
Victoria’s biggest road project another step closer
Two major construction firms have been shortlisted to deliver the first package of works on the North East Link, as the biggest road infrastructure project in Victoria’s history moves another step closer to construction.
Budget surplus rests on a healthy housing market
Today’s (April 2 2019) federal budget and its growth projections are heavily reliant on Australia’s falling housing markets holding up, according to the Property Council of Australia.
Major school projects for Alice Springs kids
The Territory Government has supported more than 130 Alice Springs jobs while providing state-of-the-art facilities for children, with two major, economy-stimulating school construction projects in the past year.
New home sales trending down
“New home sales remained subdued in February (2019), with just a 1.0 per cent increase across Australia, against a downwards trend that has been evident since the end of 2017,” stated HIA’s Chief Economist, Tim Reardon.
WA Government maximises opportunities for apprentices and trainees
The new Priority Start Policy meets the WA Government’s Plan for Jobs commitment to increase the number of apprentices and trainees on State Government building, construction and maintenance contracts.
Property Council welcomes Labor’s support for Build-to-Rent housing
The Property Council of Australia has strongly welcomed Federal Labor’s commitment to support the establishment of ‘Build-to-Rent’ housing in Australia.
Wilkhahn showroom achieves Australian retail first
The BVN-designed showroom for Wilkhahn in Surry Hills has received the first GOLD WELLS certification in Australia under the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) Retail Pilot Program.
Fisher & Paykel exhibits contemporary & professional range of premium appliances
Fisher & Paykel Appliances will be exhibiting at the Architectural Digest Design Show (ADDS) from March 21-24 2019 in New York City. Located at Pier 94 at booth 191, the New Zealand-founded brand will present new generation and heritage products across both their Contemporary and…
Five point plan for prosperity, jobs and strong communities
The Property Council of Australia policy platform for the 2019 federal election sets out a five-point plan for prosperity, jobs and strong communities.
Post Modern: Letterboxes for the 21st Century
The humble letterbox has remained largely untouched since its invention in the 1850s – but that’s about to change. Northcote Pottery has released four innovative letterboxes designed to both elevate your exterior aesthetic and serve your online shopping addiction, with features creatively incorporated to accommodate…