Stockland’s popular Bokarina Beach community progresses on schedule
Stockland‘s popular Bokarina Beach community at Oceanside on the Sunshine Coast is a hive of activity with key development and infrastructure works progressing on schedule.
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Heritage grants on offer to preserve State’s cultural heritage
Owners of heritage listed properties are invited to share in grants totalling $1.222 million to assist with urgent conservation works.
Breaking down borders for Victoria’s small businesses
The Victorian Government has announced a new project to simplify cross-border regulations and make it easier for small businesses in heavy vehicles and trades to do business in NSW.
Housing investor lending hits two-year low
“The value of housing loans to investors has hit its lowest level since the start of 2016,” commented HIA’s Principal Economist, Tim Reardon.
Gold Coast winner
The Gold Coast Sports and Leisure Centre (GCSLC) picked up three prizes at the Australian Institute of Architects Queensland Architecture Awards, including the prestigious G.H.M. Addison Award for Interior Architecture.
Melbourne dominates Australia’s housing hotspots list
“Melbourne has dominated 2018’s HIA Hotspots Report, with 12 of Australia’s Top 20 building growth areas all located around Victoria’s capital,” said HIA’s Senior Economist, Shane Garrett.
Housing and major works drive construction
The national construction industry recorded a 16th consecutive month in positive territory in May 2018, with house building expanding strongly as the Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) eased slightly by 1.4 points to 54.0 (readings above 50 indicate…
Release of Crown Land on Christmas Island to stimulate the local economy
I am very pleased to advise you of the outcomes of the Registration of Interest for Crown land on Christmas Island, which will support economic activity and opportunities to diversify the local economy.
More Bec the builders, not just Bobs
The Victorian Government is taking action to directly boost the representation of women in the construction industry.
Original farmhouse restoration with old-school charm
Pairing classic coastal style with authentic charm, Soul of Gerringong, offers boutique accommodation for up to sixteen guests. Located on the south coast of New South Wales, just ten minutes past Kiama, this unique property is a dream getaway.
New house sales fall in five largest states
“New house sales fell in each of Australia’s five largest states during April 2018, but remain at elevated levels,” said Tim Reardon, HIA’s Principal Economist.
The evolution of Green Cities
After more than a decade of leadership to help successfully embed sustainability as a core value and operating principle in Australia’s built environment, the Property Council of Australia and Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) are excited to be evolving their partnership with a new…