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Expert guidance, great discounts and insightful business resources

Member benefits

HIA members receive dedicated support from our industry experts alongside great rates and discounts on business essentials. You also gain access to crucial economic forecasts, expansive online resources and lots more. Stay ahead of the competition, take advantage of new opportunities and save time and money.

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Call an expert anytime

As a HIA member you get access to unlimited advice from our experienced and friendly team. We can answer your questions.

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Complex topics made simple

Free access to our massive library of easy-to-read premium articles that break down complex industry issues that affect you. Get you and your team up to speed, fast.

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Connect with members

Enjoy exclusive member discounts at housing industry events, National Conference, trade nights, golf days and more to connect with your peers in the housing industry.

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Get advice you can rely on

HIA offers reliable, trusted information that you can use to support and grow your business, no matter how big or small. We can provide resources to help you navigate everything from contracts and compliance to planning and safety. 

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  • Support for small business that focuses on industry-specific information
  • Residential building industry insurance 
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  • BASIX information and advice 
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  • Safety plans and solutions
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HIA Apprentices

HIA Apprentices

Scale your team with HIA Apprentices

Take advantage of our members-only rates for hosting a HIA apprentice. When you hire a HIA apprentice, we recruit the best and handle HR issues and paperwork for you.

You can take on apprentices to match your project needs and timeline. Let us help you expand your business, as needed.

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Business essentials: exclusive member pricing

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Big savings across all HIA contracts

HIA has a broad range of contracts designed for residential building businesses. Members receive significant discounts on all digital and hardcopy contracts for projects, human resources, and lots more. We consistently review our contracts based on regulatory change and ensure they provide a solid foundation for any building project or employment arrangement.
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Professional contracts - ready when you are

HIA’s Contracts Online is the industry’s go-to platform for creating professional and secure building industry contracts. Our extensive suite of contracts are created by lawyers and widely trusted by builders. Members receive a $100 credit towards their first contracts purchased on the platform.
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Contracts explained

Our vast resource library includes dozens of articles to help you create airtight contracts, avoid disputes and ensure you stay compliant. We break down the detail contained within some of our most in-demand contracts, key clauses and ways to minimise risk.
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Australian Standards online, any time

HIA has an extensive range of digital and hard-copy Australian Standards that are available to members at a discounted rate.
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Easy to understand articles and summaries

We also produce detailed articles breaking down the essential information you need to know about complex Australian Standards, the latest updates and new developments.
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One place, all the info you need

Explore our Australian Standards hub for everything HIA has to offer on Australian Standards.

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Safety management systems

Access expert advice from our safety team who are well versed in ensuring your construction site is compliant. You can also access all your essential safety documentation at members-only prices.

Residential Builder Safety Management System

Designed specifically for home building businesses. It includes all the documents and tools you need so that your business has the right safety policies and procedures in place.
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Trade Contractor Safety Management System

Especially for contractors working on residential building sites. It includes all the documents and tools you need to protect the health and safety of yourself, employees and contractors to comply with regulations and reduce costs.
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The right tools for the job

Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)

Essential documents to help you identify high risk construction work activities and provide control measures to minimise or eliminate the risks.
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Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

SOPs are essential administrative controls designed to reduce safety risks for workers operating tools and equipment, support quality output, and establish consistency of performance.
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Make onsite safety easy

HIA Safescan is a quick and easy way to give your contractors/workers instant access to the Work Health and Safety forms they need to complete on-site.
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Member perks

Toyota Association fleet discount

With over 50 years in the Australian market, Toyota is Australia’s best-selling car brand.

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Fuel savings

Ampol offers HIA members access to exclusive fuel savings through AmpolCard.

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The Good Guys Commercial

Your go-to destination for all things home appliances, electronics, and technology.

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St John Ambulance First Aid Kits

HIA members enjoy an exclusive 20% discount on compact, durable, and water-resistant kits designed to treat minor injuries at home, on the road, or on-site.

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Officeworks

Make Officeworks your partner in business and access exclusive member pricing.

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Stratton Finance

Finance options for your next boat, car, caravan, or commercial asset purchase.

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Vodafone Business Centre offers

Seamless connections, tailored solutions. Get the most out of Vodafone’s network and services.

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Dell Technologies

Enjoy up to 10% off year-round, plus extra savings during promotions, on Dell products with HIA membership.

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Specsavers

Access incredible discounts at Specsavers Optometrists, with 350 stores Australia-wide.

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Car rental offers

Save money on your Australian car rentals when you book with Avis or Budget.

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HIA Hiring

We’ll help you find new staff. Access preferred pricing to post a job advertisement on our jobs board powered by CareerOne.

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Exclusive members-only rates on luxury spa massages, treatments and skincare for you and loved ones.

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Qantas club

HIA members can enjoy exclusive membership rates to HIA’s Qantas Club corporate scheme.

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Boost sales with zero-cost finance - get paid today while your customers pay over time, at an exclusive rate.

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Celebrate at the HIA Awards

As a member of HIA, the prestigious HIA Awards are your opportunity to have your most impressive projects, people and innovation recognised and celebrated. Become an award-winning business and enhance your ability to win new projects and clients. You can:

  • enter dozens of categories in the regional awards
  • compete at the highest level at the Australian Housing Awards
  • promote yourself as a HIA award winner to attract new business
  • become an award judge to help decide the winners.

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Lift your profile and expand your network

HIA National Conference

Join us at our annual members get-together. It’s the ultimate residential building industry meet-up for the HIA community.

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Join a committee

Exert influence alongside other members on key government legislation and HIA membership services with our committees.

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Learn what’s next

Hear what's happening at the forefront of the housing industry and make better decisions for your business and your future.

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Diploma of Building and Construction graduate Laszlo on studying with HIA.

Upskill your team with HIA

Build your skills, strengthen your problem-solving and advance your residential building career.

HIA graduate Laszlo is now Head of Customer Care, Compliance and Warranty at Pace Building Group. After 13 years as a draftsman, he moved into construction management with the confidence he gained from completing his Cert IV. Laszlo credits HIA’s industry-led teaching, practical course content and flexible delivery to learn on the job and step into a leadership role.

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Economic forecasts

Stay ahead of the residential building industry and turn insight into advantage with HIA’s forward-looking economic reports. Members get free, instant access to our reports via their digital dashboard. These include:

  • Affordability Report by Region
  • New Home Sales Report
  • Population and Residential Building Hotspots
  • Residential Land Report

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Stay in the know

As a HIA member, you’ll always be the first to know what's happening in Australian housing. You can expect to receive regular info which covers:

Industry news and updates as they happen

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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.

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