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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.
Newsroom
Keep your finger on the pulse with up-to-the minute media releases, member alerts and policy updates.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Developer licensing legislation introduced
The introduction of legislation today to create a developer licensing scheme in the ACT attempts to hold developers accountable for the work they do, however, there are several important details to be resolved.
Retention limits for trade contracts
It is not uncommon for Queensland commercial contracts to include retentions.
Protecting consumers from unfair trading practices
In August, the Treasury released a Consultation Regulatory Impact Statement (CRIS) examining options to protect consumers from unfair trading practices. HIA takes this opportunity to respond to the CRIS.
HIA welcomes plans to fast track low and mid-rise housing
”The Housing Industry Association (HIA) welcomes the plans announced today by the NSW Government to fast track low and mid-rise housing,” said David Bare, HIA Executive Director NSW.
New ACT tree protection laws to start on 1 January 2024
Members involved in building in the ACT are reminded from 1 January 2024, new tree protection laws will commence that provide greater protection for Canberra’s trees, both on public and private land.
New offence for not obtaining domestic building insurance
The Victorian government this morning has announced the introduction of a new offence and the release of some consultation papers on future reform of the Domestic Building Contracts Act 1995 and the Building Act 1993.
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.
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.
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.
Tailored market research
Think of us as your own team of economists. We can provide you with detailed and insightful market research tailored to suit your needs.
Economic reports
Gain insight into what drives the Australian economy and how it affects your day-to-day and long term business decisions.
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