Loans for new home building sets new record
“The number of loans for the construction of a new dwelling rose in February marking six consecutive months of record highs,” stated HIA’s Chief Economist, Tim Reardon.
Gyprock proudly displays the Australian Made and Owned logo
Australia’s most successful and innovative plasterboard manufacturer, Gyprock, has announced its support of the Australian Made Campaign (AMCL) to promote Australian manufacturers in the building and construction industry, with all Gyprock products certified to display the Australian Made and Owned logo.
Future Homes delivers winning designs
Four innovative apartment designs have been announced as winners in the Victorian Government’s Future Homes design competition. The competition sought designs that could be easily replicated across Melbourne.
DIY projects you can do this weekend
Australians have spent most of the last year at home finding out what they really need in their space, making Easter long weekend a perfect time for much needed renovations. Here, Trojan experts share some quick and easy DIY projects for a more functional and…
Vater Hardware partners with the Australian FENCING Awards
The Australian FENCING Awards are thrilled to welcome our new partner, Vater Hardware.
Strong market confidence carries new home sales into 2021
“New Home Sales increased in February 2021 to be 1.7 per cent higher than February last year (2020), prior to the impact of COVID restrictions on new home sales,” stated HIA’s Economist, Angela Lillicrap.
TAFE students help build $20.25m facility for SW TAFE
South West TAFE construction students will help build a multimillion-dollar Learning and Library Hub at the Warrnambool campus as part of the Victorian Government’s Big Build Apprenticeships program.
Strengthening apprentice support will strengthen economy
“Today’s (March 9 2021) announcement from the Australian Government to extend the Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements subsidy by injecting a further $1.2 billion is a welcome response to HIA’s call to ensure the class of 2020 are not left behind in these difficult times,” said Kristin…
Extension of apprenticeship program provides welcome support to youth labour market
“The Federal Government’s extension of the Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements program will provide further welcome support to the youth labour market which has been most adversely impacted by COVID-19,” Innes Willox, Chief Executive of the national employer association Ai Group said.
Neale Whitaker shares his design top tips for the multi-functional home of 2021
Over the past year, the functionality of the home has shifted, with kitchens becoming home offices, living rooms turning into yoga studios and bathrooms becoming a private retreat away from the stresses of daily life. “One of the most interesting shifts expected to appear in…
Construction industry recovery continues in February 2021
The Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) eased slightly by 0.2 points to 57.4 in February (2021), continuing the recovery seen in late 2020 (readings above 50 indicate expansion in activity, with higher results indicating a faster expansion).
Detached building approvals remain elevated in January
“ABS data for detached building approvals fell slightly in January (2021) but remained well above historical levels,” stated HIA Economist, Angela Lillicrap.