Young workers urged to keep safe on the job
The Victorian Government is reminding employers of the importance of keeping vulnerable young workers safe, with the return of WorkSafe Victoria’s Unsafe is always unacceptable campaign.
March madness sees new home sales spike
“New Home Sales were 39.4 per cent higher in the March 2021 quarter than the same time the previous year,” stated HIA’s Economist, Angela Lillicrap.
Property industry confidence continues to climb
Property industry confidence levels are approaching record highs as the sector leads Australia’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
HomeBuilder drives surge in new home building
“The number of new houses that commenced construction in the December quarter was the second highest level on record,” stated Tim Reardon, HIA’s Chief Economist.
Better care and jobs: Work begins on Wangaratta Hospital
Work is underway on a bigger and better Wangaratta Hospital, which will deliver around 60 new jobs and ensure people living in Victoria’s northeast can access the high-quality and safe care they need, closer to home.
Have your say on reform of Australia’s measurement laws
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking input on the future direction of Australia’s measurement laws.
Five days left for BuildBonus submissions
Some Territorians who have purchased land and signed a contract to build but haven’t started construction are now eligible to receive the BuildBonus, but they need to be quick.
Construction industry hits record high in March 2021
The Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) climbed by 4.4 points to 61.8 in March 2021, delivering the strongest monthly result in the index’s history (readings above 50 indicate expansion in activity, with higher results indicating a faster expansion).
David Harrison elected new Property Council President
Charter Hall Managing Director and Group CEO, David Harrison, has been elected as the new National President of the Property Council of Australia.
Braybrook development the future of housing
The Victorian Government is delivering a new generation of sustainable public housing in the heart of Melbourne’s booming west.
Orchard Piper receives permit for $120m East Melbourne site
Melbourne-based architectural developer Orchard Piper has received a planning permit for a 9- storey mixed-use development at 364 – 370 Albert Street, East Melbourne, fronting Fitzroy Gardens.
Record month for detached building approvals will guarantee jobs
“Detached building approvals in February (2021) reached their highest level on record since the ABS began the series in 1983,” stated HIA Chief Economist, Tim Reardon.