New laws pass protecting Victorian homeowners
The Victorian Government has enshrined laws protecting Victorians buying property off-the-plan from delay tactics used by some property developers to rip people off.
Cities, infrastructure and housing in focus in new ministry
The Property Council of Australia has welcomed the announcement of the new Federal Government ministry.
NT WorkSafe highlights the risk of silica dust
NT WorkSafe will visit 34 businesses in Darwin, Palmerston, Alice Springs, Katherine and Tennant Creek over the next three months to highlight the risk of silica exposure to their workers.
Making housing a priority
“Housing is a national priority and the appointment of Michael Sukkar as Minister for Housing is recognition of this fact,” stated Graham Wolfe, HIA’s Managing Director.
Construction of another job-creating road project underway
Work has now started to upgrade Perth’s last remaining section of high-speed single lane highway to dual carriageway in Perth’s north-eastern suburbs.
Victorian Budget delivers on election promises and more training, but business costs remain high
“The Victorian Government has delivered on many of its election promises in this year’s (2019) Budget, despite difficult budget circumstances,” Victorian Head of Ai Group, Tim Piper, said.
Remonda Martinez, CEO of Blue Haven Pools
Australia’s largest and most recognised pool and spa company’s CEO, Remonda Martinez talks about her vision for the future and her time running Blue Haven Pools and Spas.
Commercial construction hits a high but need to hit the go button on infrastructure
“Official figures for the first quarter of 2019 show that construction activity across Australia dropped by 1.9% compared with the end of 2018 – but there were signs of growth in some important areas,” Shane Garrett, Master Builders Australia’s Chief Economist said.
Fastest improvement in affordability in six years
“The HIA Affordability Index rose by 2.2 per cent in the March 2019 quarter to post the most significant improvement in affordability since September 2013,” said Tim Reardon, HIA Chief Economist.
Major expansion approved for Westfield Doncaster
The Victorian Government is ensuring Melbourne remains Australia’s capital for fashion, food and retail with the approval of the masterplan for a $500 million redevelopment at Westfield Doncaster.
Australians reject risky changes to property tax
The Property Council of Australia has congratulated Prime Minister Scott Morrison and the Coalition on 2019’s federal election result.
1 William Street wins Queensland’s top property honour
A skyscraper that has reshaped the Brisbane skyline has taken out Queensland’s top property award.