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Join Australia's leading building industry association.

Become a member

Take advantage of the strength we have in numbers

As a member of HIA, you're part of a powerful community of Australian builders and residential building professionals leading the industry. We're here to help our members succeed. Here's why your membership is worth it.

A HIA office in every region in Australia

Wherever you are in Australia, you've got a regional office that understands the unique opportunities and challenges where you operate.

We have friendly teams dedicated to answering your contracts and compliance questions, fun networking events, and the opportunity to dominate your region through our regional awards program.

HIA is more than an association, it's a collective of like-minded members with the same goal: build great homes and a thriving business.

What you get as a member

NCC and compliance advice

We explain complex rules and regulations and help you understand the National Construction Code (NCC)'s latest changes to stay compliant.

Contracts and dispute advice

Got an issue with a contract? Let us help get your agreements signed and avoid disputes to make the process as seamless as possible.

Business and staffing advice

Our experts address your questions about staffing, contractors and business admin. Our industry has specific rules - we're across them.

Tools for your business

One account for your business

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Contracts Online

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HIA Apprentices

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Training & development

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Award winner

Celebrate at the HIA Australian Housing Awards

As a HIA member, you have the chance to showcase your best projects centre stage. When you win in your region, you become a contender at the prestigious HIA Australian Housing Awards.

With dozens of categories to enter, this is your opportunity to be recognised for your hard work, stand out amongst your competitors and become an award-winning builder.

How we support our industry

HIA Charitable Foundation

The HIA Charitable Foundation (HIACF) was founded to improve health and welfare outcomes for HIA members, their families and the wider housing industry.

Raising awareness and providing mental health resources to our members is a crucial part of this member-funded initiative we are proud to lead. Charities we support include Beyond Blue and the Tradie Health Institute.

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HIA Building Women

The HIA Building Women program is dedicated to connecting and empowering women working in the residential building industry.

With regular regional networking events, training and mentoring opportunities for established professionals and emerging talent, being a part of HIA Building Women is an opportunity to be inspired.

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Get involved with the HIA community

Become an Awards judge

Become one of the decision-makers behind HIA's prestigious regional and national awards program. Judge the year's most spectacular residential building projects and see the latest trends up close.

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Attend networking events

Raise your profile at HIA's National Conference or at our events around Australia. They're a great opportunity to reach your peers and build your brand in a friendly atmosphere.

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Learn what's next for industry

Take advantage of our expert economists' long-range forecasting of the future of the housing industry. Get free reports, attend popular events and make better decisions for your business.

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Get ahead with us

You gain a new business partner when you join HIA. Our whole team is committed to arming you with the knowledge and support to take your team to the next level.

Step up, earn more work and stay ahead of the curve with us. You’re in good hands.

Join HIA