Stamp duty reform for NSW welcomed
The NSW Treasurer’s announcement of changes to the State’s stamp duty system is a much-needed structural reform which, over time, will help reduce the tax burden on people buying a home in NSW.
Author: Get Building
Latest construction management tools from Tenderfield
Australian company, Tenderfield Construction Software, has released its brand-new mark-up tools that allow contractors to collaborate on their construction plans and add marked-up drawings to construction notices. The company has also implemented BIM & CAD file viewing capabilities that can be used on any smart…
Celebrate summer with Hoselink
As the weather heats up it’s a crucial time for watering and keeping cool. Sunburnt plants, wilting flowers and dry, fading lawns are all problems to look out for in the midst of an Australian summer, but with Hoselink’s range of reliable watering tools and…
Jobs, housing focus on remote Arnhem islands
Several construction projects are underway at communities on Groote Eylandt and its neighbouring Bickerton Island.
Good start to getting rid of stamp duty
“The indexation of Stamp Duty is a step forward in reducing the taxation imposts on housing,” stated Tim Reardon, HIA’s Principal Economist.
Palmerston School project to support 120 construction jobs
The $12.6 million first stage of the Territory Government’s fast-tracked government school at Zuccoli will support 120 construction jobs over the next year.
Modern architecture with unobstructed views
Located on broad acreage in Upper Beaconsfield, Victoria, Ashford House exudes contemporary design, inspired by the traditional farm-style Colorbond shed.
Rental inflation weakest in quarter of a century
“The pace of increase in rents remains at its slowest in 25 years,” said Shane Garrett, Chief Economist of Master Builders Australia.
Cutting red tape must remain high priority
Laws to create a Director Identifier Number system (‘DIN’) are one step closer but cutting red tape for building and construction businesses must remain top of the agenda.
Apprentice wage subsidy a boost for jobs in regional Australia
Small building businesses in rural and regional communities around the country will take on more apprentices as a result of new apprentice wage subsidies announced by the Federal Government.
Warren Park reaches 50% construction milestone
Construction of the $25 million home for local rugby league, Warren Park, has reached the 50% milestone.
Skills shortages ease with building conditions
“The HIA Trades Availability Index indicates that demand for construction trades eased during the September 2018 quarter, but they remain in short supply,” said Geordan Murray, Acting Principal Economist.