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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.