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Modest easing in construction downturn

The Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) increased by 0.7 points to 43.8 in February 2019, indicating a slightly slower rate of decline for the construction industry on aggregate (readings below 50 indicate contraction in activity, with the distance…

Mar 7, 2019

Housing downturn bites into GDP

“The decline in expenditure on residential building became a stronger headwind for economic growth in the final quarter of 2018,” said Geordan Murray, HIA Senior Economist.

Mar 6, 2019

Builders welcome focus on improving industry commercial conduct

Labor’s “Tradie Pay Guarantee” policy announced is a positive step in highlighting the important contribution building and construction makes to the community and economy, but caution must be taken to avoid adopting overly simple solutions to complex problems.

Mar 1, 2019

Negative gearing changes won’t stimulate new housing demand

The ALP’s proposed changes to taxation arrangements for investment property won’t stimulate investment in new housing as assumed and will lead to a fall in demand for all residential property types according to a survey of current and prospective property investors.

Feb 26, 2019

Review of model WHS Laws Report

Master Builders Australia welcomes the release of the Report of the review of model WHS laws conducted by Marie Boland which has examined model WHS Laws to ensure they are working effectively.

Feb 26, 2019

Place Design Group appoints Beth Toon as CEO

Place Design Group are thrilled to announce the appointment of Beth Toon as Chief Executive Officer. The newly created role of CEO has been introduced to lead the executive team and ultimately the company, with a focus on commitment to long-term growth and success.

Feb 21, 2019

Modest easing in construction downturn

Housing downturn bites into GDP

Builders welcome focus on improving industry commercial conduct

Negative gearing changes won’t stimulate new housing demand

Review of model WHS Laws Report

Place Design Group appoints Beth Toon as CEO

New rules to enforce better apartment quality and open space

Industry roundtable on property taxation impacts

Election infrastructure promises should only come from IA Priority List

Housing finance continues to fall

South East Queensland City Deal

Budget should back builders for a strong economy