Information sheets
HIA information sheets cover a wide range of industry topics. Prepared by HIA information specialists, they are designed to help HIA members answer questions about a variety of complex areas. You can search by category. Members can also talk to HIA for additional help and support.
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This information sheet explains the changes to the Australian Standard for concrete which alters the slump requirements in some situations.
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Updated information sheet explaining the changes to BCA 2016 that start on 1 May 2017 and alter the Australian Standard used for termite management in new homes.
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This information sheets provides an overview of the major changes to be introduced under BCA 2014 for houses.
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This information sheets provides an overview of the major changes to be introduced under BCA 2014 for houses.
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A summary of changes to the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) (the Act) with respect to dividend payments rules.
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Information about changes to Housing Industry Association standard contracts and how to convert existing contracts to comply with new legislation.
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HIA has recently updated its period and project trade contract agreements.Both agreements are designed to be used by builders/ principal contractors (PCs) and trade contractors for their subcontract arrangements on residential and domestic building work projects.
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Changes to the Home Building Act apply from 1 March 2015
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This information sheet explains the changes to reference standards for masonry in small buildings and for residential slabs and footings which were introduced in the 2012 edition of the Building Code of Australia (BCA).