Downturn in new home sales pauses
“The downturn in HIA New Home Sales paused in September 2018 following declines in the order of 3 per cent in each of the previous two months” commented HIA Economist, Diwa Hopkins.
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A Boundary Fencing project based in the Royal Pines, Gold Coast
A Boundary Fencing project based in the Royal Pines, Gold Coast, completed by Superior Concrete Walls.
Permanent solution to rising damp
Aquapol is Australia’s permanent solution to rising damp. Understanding the severity of rising damp in homes and buildings, the Aquapol system is designed to combat moisture by redirecting the flow inside the wall to the basement.
How to identify rising damp
When you’re looking to buy or renovate a home, it’s important to be aware of the extras that could end up costing you thousands. Rising damp is a commonly overlooked, and extremely damaging issue that should be fixed quickly.
Macquarie Point Masterplan – housing welcome
The TCCI welcomed the new Macquarie Point Masterplan – which includes provision for residential development.
First Home Buyers highest in six years
“First Home Buyer participation in Australia’s mortgage market is now at its healthiest since 2012,” said Shane Garrett, Chief Economist for Master Builders Australia.
Adding a touch of luxury to a quality-built home
Industrial design meets contemporary living at The Russet House, located in the tranquil suburb of Paddington in Brisbane, Queensland.
Front Entrance Fencing Project in Perth, Western Australia
Domed Top Homestead Fencing Project in Perth, Western Australia, by Whiteline Fencing.
Improvements to the Building Award
“The $130 billion residential building industry is an efficient and productive industry that needs easy to understand and flexible employment conditions,” stated Melissa Adler, HIA’s Executive Director – Industrial Relations.
New home sales signal downturn in building to continue in 2019
“HIA New Home Sales are among a string of housing indicators signalling the national downturn in new home building will continue in 2019,” commented HIA Economist, Diwa Hopkins.
Fewer homes approved for construction
“With home prices falling, access to finance more difficult and fewer people now entering the country, the number of new homes approved for construction has declined,” said Diwa Hopkins, HIA Economist.
Trial housing project creates pathway to homeownership and frees up social housing
A trial housing development on a 34-unit apartment block in North Melbourne has helped people come off social housing waiting lists, thanks to a unique partnership between University of Melbourne, Melbourne City Mission, Resilient Melbourne and the City of Melbourne.