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Australian PCI®: Construction industry stays close to historic high in April 2021

The Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) fell by 2.7 points to 59.1 in April 2021, continuing to indicate a strong pace of post-2020 recovery in the wake of March’s record high (readings above 50 indicate expansion in activity,…

May 7, 2021

Detached dwelling approvals reach new record

“Detached building approvals in March reached their highest level since the ABS began this series in 1983,” stated Senior Economist, Nick Ward.

May 5, 2021

First home buyers help drive housing market

“First home buyers accounted for 41 per cent of new loans issued over the past six months, the highest for more than a decade,” stated HIA’s Senior Economist, Nick Ward.

May 4, 2021

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Local economy rebounding strongly

Goulburn Mulwaree’s building approval growth is exceeding all estimates, as new data shows the region is on track for the highest value of residential building approvals ever recorded.

May 4, 2021

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Property industry welcomes adjustment to Government’s super reforms

The Property Council of Australia has welcomed changes to the Federal Government’s Your Future Your Super reforms which will ensure that unlisted property investments are fairly assessed through the new annual performance test.

Apr 30, 2021

Winter is coming, but lawn neglect puts you at a stark disadvantage

Spring might be the season of mowing, maintenance and mulching, but according the Gold Coast’s Plant Doctor, winter is just as important for green lawns and gardens.

Apr 22, 2021

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HIA welcomes new Director in the Northern Territory

The Housing Industry Association (HIA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Luis Espinoza as its new Executive Director for the Northern Territory.

Apr 20, 2021

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Demand for residential land elevated

“The announcement of HomeBuilder in June 2020 spurred demand for residential land across the country,” said HIA Economist, Angela Lillicrap.

Apr 20, 2021

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Construction tender awarded to transform Mimi Aboriginal Art and Craft

The Territory Government’s $2.5 million investment to transform the Mimi Aboriginal Art and Craft gallery in Katherine has achieved another milestone, with the $2.3 million construction contract awarded to local company NJ Homes (NT).

Apr 20, 2021

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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.

Apr 20, 2021