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Program
Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards
Contact
coffs_events@hia.com.au
Winner in this category is recognised locally and do not progress to the Australian Housing Awards.
Judging criteria
Projects will be judged according to:
| Criteria | Points |
| Quality of workmanship | 35 |
| Degree of difficulty | 24 |
| Design effectiveness | 14 |
| Visual appeal | 10 |
| Innovation | 4 |
| Environmental sustainability | 8 |
| Market relevance | 5 |
Competition area by postcode
Entries are submitted into the regional awards based on the geographical location of each project:
Northern NSW Awards
2339 - 2411, 2424 - 2465
Previous Unique and Difficult Sites winner
Constructing this stunning three-story home was a remarkable achievement, overcoming the challenges of an extreme slope, difficult site access, and a 2-meter-high gabion wall. Despite material shortages, narrow roads, and unpredictable weather, the team ...
HIA Awards Program
HIA-CSR Australian Housing Awards
Celebrate the highest level of achievement for the "best of the best" in the residential building industry for award winning designs and builds from across Australia.
Professional Builder/Renovator Awards
Highly-prized recognition within the industry for extensive business and financial management practices.
Greensmart Awards
Celebrating sustainably-built homes, new products and GreenSmart Professionals. Gain recognition for your sustainability building practices.
Apprentice Awards
HIA host the Annual Apprentice Awards to recognise and inspire the next generation of apprentices for the construction industry.
HIA Apprentice Host Trainer Award
Putting the spotlight on apprentice hosts and the important contribution they make for Australian apprentices.
People & Business Awards
Recognise businesses and stand-out individuals in the residential building industry who are pushing the boundaries with workmanship, aspirations, and superior business and customer management.