March madness sees new home sales spike
“New Home Sales were 39.4 per cent higher in the March 2021 quarter than the same time the previous year,” stated HIA’s Economist, Angela Lillicrap.
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Property industry confidence continues to climb
Property industry confidence levels are approaching record highs as the sector leads Australia’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
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.
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.
Have your say on reform of Australia’s measurement laws
The National Measurement Institute (NMI) is seeking input on the future direction of Australia’s measurement laws.
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.
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.
Vater Hardware partners with the Australian FENCING Awards
The Australian FENCING Awards are thrilled to welcome our new partner, Vater Hardware.
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.
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.