Weathertex launches Weathergroove 75mm architectural panel
This slim and strong architectural panel is available in two finishes, Natural and Smooth, each creating a cutting edge minimalist look that’s timelessly stylish.
Construction downturn shows some signs of easing in March 2019
The Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) increased by 1.8 points to 45.6 in March 2019, indicating a slight easing in the construction industry’s aggregate rate of contraction (readings below 50 indicate contraction in activity, with the distance from…
A two-storey home built in double-quick time
A two-storey seaside family home in Somerton Park was built from the ground up in just two weeks, thanks to the efficiency of new building material, MaxiWall.
Home renovation professionals anticipate business growth in 2019
Houzz Inc, the world’s leading platform for home renovation and design, released the 2019 Houzz AU State of the Industry. The report provides an outlook on 2019 and a review of 2018 performance for residential renovation and design businesses, including architects, interior designers and builders,…
Apprenticeship focus in Labor training plan welcome
“Ai Group welcomes the ALP’s Plan for Skills, TAFE and Apprentices. This plan squarely focusses on strengthening the skills and training system, with a special emphasis on apprenticeships,” Ai Group Chief Executive, Innes Willox, said.
ANZ Property Council industry confidence survey June 2019 quarter
A six-year low in property industry confidence levels underscores Treasury’s budget warnings about the risks to the economic outlook from a further deterioration in the housing sector.
HIA launches federal election imperatives
2019’s Federal election presents a golden opportunity for political parties across the spectrum to address the real problems facing the housing industry in 2019.
New ideas for more diverse housing in Sydney
The City of Sydney is calling for new ideas to boost the diversity of housing across the city, with a focus on identifying & developing new models to increase affordable housing supply.
Make your home more private and secure with a COLORBOND® steel fence
Say goodbye to that gap in the fence that the neighbours can see through.
Increasing speed & precision in bricklaying using augmented reality
Does the future of intricate architectural bricklaying sit with augmented reality?
Jobs and housing transforming Groote Eylandt
Groote Eylandt is a hive of building activity with locals chipping in to build themselves a better future.
Pipeline of building work continues to shrink
“Access to finance continues to constrain lending for the purchase of a new home,” said Tim Reardon, HIA’s Chief Economist.