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Our industry

With over 70 years as Australia’s national home building association, we understand the residential building industry better than anyone.

Our industry

With over 70 years as Australia’s national home building association, we understand the residential building industry better than anyone.

Building houses is not just about bricks and mortar. At HIA we are a leader when it comes to understanding what drives the Australian economy and what influences can affect the housing industry.

Stay up to date with the latest industry news, developments, housing forecasts and trends to keep you ahead of the competition.

Economics

Get the latest economic data and forecasting to provide you with all the right information for informed decision making.

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Newsroom

Keep your finger on the pulse with up-to-the minute media releases, member alerts and policy updates.

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HIA Policy Priorities 2021-2025

Outlining the actions and areas of focus that governments need to support the housing industry to deliver the affordable homes we need and where people want to live.

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Position statements

HIA's advocacy work is guided by a range of position (policy) statements that set out the membership's position on the regulation of home building nationally.

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Election Imperatives

HIA sets out the key issues we believe an incoming government must address if we are to sustain the benefits of stronger new home building activity.

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Submissions

HIA's advocacy work responds to a range of government consultations and inquiries throughout the year on reforms that will impact the housing industry.

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18 Mar
HIA welcomes greater private sector participation in social and affordable housing

“Today’s announcement by Tasmanian Labor of policies that leverage private investment to support the delivery of more social and affordable housing is welcomed,” said Stuart Collins, HIA’s Tasmanian Executive Director.

14 Mar
New home sales rise in February

“Sales of new homes nationally increased by 5.3 per cent in the month of February 2024, from very low levels,” stated HIA Chief Economist, Tim Reardon.

13 Mar
Hunter & Central Coast housing approvals 2023

The latest ABS figures on new home approvals indicate that home building activity across the Hunter and Central Coast cooled slightly in 2023, reported the Housing Industry Association.

13 Mar
HIA welcomes investment for remote housing in NT

"The Housing Industry Association (HIA) welcomed the announcement from the Prime Minister and NT Chief Minister of the $4 billion joint funding to build more housing in Northern Territory,” said Luis Espinoza, HIA Executive Director NT.

12 Mar
Apprentices and employers funding key to addressing labour shortages

“HIA is pleased the Federal, State, and Territory Skills and Training Ministers have recognised the critical impact of labour supply and skills shortages in the building industry and pledged to make them a key area of focus in the National Skills Agreement,” HIA Managing Director, Jocelyn Martin said today.

12 Mar
Research finds changing languages in construction sector

New analysis by HIA shows a shift in languages spoken in the construction industry pointing to a significant diversification taking place in the workforce, but it also warns that unless the government unlocks new construction migration pathways the industry will struggle to meet its target of building 1.2 million houses within five years.

Pre-fab construction project - Final report released

As part of the Pre-fab Innovation Hub, HIA has now released the final report including the findings and recommendations.

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Simple and effective approval outcomes for all new housing

HIA's aim is for a nationally consistent approvals outcome for all single dwellings on land zoned as residential.

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Building Australia’s economy

Across the country the residential housing industry has continued to grow and thrive with the support of HIA and its members during an extremely tough and challenging year.
Our industry has provided much needed support for employment and housing for thousands of Australian families.

Housing outlook

HIA leads the way in accurate and decisive forecasting for the residential building industry. Let us help guide you in the right direction.

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Specify your specialised economic analysis requirements and the experts at HIA will source data, analyse, and deliver your tailored report.

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HOUSING Online

We deliver stories that make you feel part of a vibrant community of like-minded industry professionals, building for Australian families and our future.

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NSW President’s report
NSW was the only government in the country not to provide a delay to the introduction of the NCC/ BASIX targets, which came into effect on October 1.
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Concrete Inspiration Residential Projects
Curves ahead
Inspired by the modernist glamour of Palm Springs, this curvaceous concrete-and-timber Brisbane home is as cool and fresh as a summer breeze.
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Inspiration Work Health and Safety (WHS) Wellbeing
Stories from the frontline
If you’re battling mental health, Beyond Blue speakers Craig Killian, Peta Sitcheff and Tim Lacey want you to know you’re not alone. Their stories of challenge and recovery are recognisable, relatable and, ultimately, inspiring.
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Residential Awards Inspiration Projects
Fuel for thought
When a couple retired after running a service station for 30 years, they hired a fearless builder to create their dynamic 123 House.
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Water, water everywhere
When working onsite, it’s essential to keep your fluids up but there’s more to hydration than just drinking the usual eight glasses a day. Nutrition and health experts explain how to keep your hard-working team well-quenched.
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Federal government Fair Trading In Focus Residential Wages
Are we there yet?
Hopefully, we are now at the end of the federal government’s industrial relations reforms. So, what are the unique challenges and pressure points in the residential building industry?
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Budget Construction Federal government In Focus Residential
Looking ahead
With an array of reforms and proposed changes on the go, HIA has also released our submission to the Federal Budget. Our key initiatives aim to advocate for greater support for the residential building and to grow and bolster our ...
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National Construction Code (NCC) President's report
SA President's report
Our organisation has delivered some major wins for our members, the most significant being the delay in the introduction of the National Construction Code 2022. I know South Australia was the envy of eastern states with our succes...
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Bathroom Lighting Products
On Trend - Autumn 2024
Housing’s top pick of innovative building products for autumn 2024.
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Awards Construction Marketing Residential
Knowledge is power
From big data to behavioural science, this year’s HIA National conference presenters talk about how knowledge gives us the power to do things better, whether you’re planning a neighbourhood or marketing your business.
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Awards Team building Inspiration Better living
North of the sun
Queensland’s tropical north is rich in rainforests, reefs, relaxation and robust adventure. For HIA members enjoying the 2024 National Conference in Cairns, this region is a slice of paradise.
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