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Trade shortages loom as a major threat to the Housing Accord’s target of building 1.2 million homes over the next five years.
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04 Mar
NCC 2022 Series Western Australia
With the implementation of NCC 2022 only a few months away, stay informed and be prepared for its arrival.
05 Mar
HIA Building Women: Navigating Modern Workplaces - Webinar
Join our online workshop for International Women's Day 2025 to explore frameworks and skills for building psychologically safe, inclusive, and diverse teams. Learn how to drive innovation, boost engagement, and create success in the future of work.
06 Mar
Industry Trade Night
Join us for an informative and educational evening, with speakers focusing on the current issues impacting on residential builders and trades in the Riverina.
07 Mar
2025 HIA SA Golf Day
There’s more to a round of golf at a HIA Golf Day than just a relaxing hit of the ball. Catch up with industry friends or make new ones in an enjoyable environment.
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HIA National Conference 2025: Anna Meares is on the right track
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Why Aileen Shannon has a connection to country
A descendant of Adnyamathanha Artu from the Flinders Ranges and Yankunytjatjara Kungka from the Central Desert, Alieen Shannon is a remarkable woman. She tirelessly advocates for advancing remote housing, employing local Anangu fr...
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HIA National Conference 2025: Jules Lund on harnessing social media
Jules Lund, keynote speaker at the HIA National Conference in May, is sure to inspire and inform. You may even realise you’re sitting on a gold mine.
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Why Australian homes are getting smaller
As the housing market and consumer priorities shift, are Australian homes getting smaller? We explore the driving factors and the data around home sizes, preferences and the future of Australian home design.
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Witzer wins with smart solutions
Running a building business is more than just managing projects —it's about staying on top of contracts, deposits and compliance with ever-changing regulations. With different rules in every state, how do you know if you are putti...
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Shaping the next generation
Continuing HIA’s commitment to supporting future talent, we meet four young professionals who have found career pathways, hands-on training, and long-term opportunities through HIA's future builder programs and initiatives.
Feb 25
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Tackling the housing crisis
Getting shelter over people’s heads and reversing declining rates of home ownership is the main priority for all governments. So, how can they implement this?
Jan 25
4 min
Green from the outset
Three award-winning sustainable experts explain how being smart and considered ultimately brings health and happiness to a home and its occupants.
Jan 25
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Radical remodelling
When it comes to tertiary pathways, out-of-the-box thinking is needed to drive workforce growth.
Jan 25
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Custom-built support
Born from eight decades of listening and understanding our industry, HIA’s business support solutions provide help when you need it. Here are some ways we support you.
Jan 25
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Awarding involvement
For more than 50 years, HIA’s award program has drawn attention to our industry’s best. It’s a recognition of hard work and accomplishments. For those applying and hoping to win, it offers many benefits from promotional opportunit...
Jan 25
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Staff always make time for you and even call back after work hours. I have always felt valued as a member, like I really matter.Ben Meader - Meader Constructions
Member success stories
It all starts here
When Crew Built launched in 2021, the passionate team had a combined industry experience of more than four decades. So, what made them stand out to win the 2024 HIA Australian Start-Up Business Award?
Embracing individuality
Projects Inspiration Innovation Design In an ever-evolving industry such as residential construction, finding a niche is more than a strategy – it's a necessity. Meet three HIA members who have embraced their differences and set ...
Be the good
A passionate perfectionist, Kristy Francis of Lathams Kitchens is embarking on her 25th year in the building industry. An integral part of several HIA committees, she reveals her talent and what keeps her motivated.