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Advocacy

Advocacy

HIA speaks for our national membership across all levels of government. We collaborate with our Australia-wide network of regional representatives to present an informed and united front on the issues that affect you and your business.

What matters to our members

HIA is across the most critical issues affecting residential housing in Australia - right now and in the future. Our five-year strategic plan is about addressing all of these, head-on. Our representatives are heavily involved in committees that cover all these key areas. We are dedicated to ensuring our members’ voices are heard when it counts.

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Housing matters

Supporting the Housing Accord commitment to build 1.2million homes over five years and to ensure there is fair and equitable policy and tax reform for the industry to thrive and grow.

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Affordability

Increase home ownership by removing unnecessary taxes and charges on housing, simplify planning rules, and help more Australians own their own home sooner.

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Quality & compliance

Ensure home building rules are cost effective, achievable and proportional. Limit the impacts of major changes like those to NCC, WHS, building regulatory systems and sustainability reforms.

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Let business do business

Navigate changes to rules and regulations, prohibitions on goods and services and highlight materials, labour and skilled worker shortages with a "do no harm" approach.

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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.

Let’s Build Australia

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What we do

It is important to approach government and industry regulators with a solid understanding of the biggest challenges we face. HIA experts work hard to develop qualitative and quantitative research and create powerful and data-driven campaigns that demonstrate why change is necessary.

Explore some of our high-profile endeavours

One House, One Approval

HIA’s One House, One Approval report is focused on assisting the states and territories to develop a refreshed and simplified pathway to deliver one approval for the construction of a single house on a block of land zoned for housing. Whilst OHOA does not seek national consistency in the (statutory) approvals process, it aims for a nationally consistent outcome.

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Taxation's major impact on housing

HIA engaged the Centre for International Economics (the CIE) to undertake a review of taxes, fees and charges on new housing and apartments.

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Missing Middle Housing Report

We must explore gentle density housing solutions including more townhouses, micro-lot houses and triplexes in existing populated areas. Review the report.

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HIA Planning Blueprint Scorecard

HIA's Planning Blueprint Scorecard grades the planning system of each state and outlines key areas of improvement to achieve the Accord target of 1.2 million homes.

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All Hands on Deck: Construction workforce requirements report

Trade shortages loom as a major threat to the Housing Accord’s target of building 1.2 million homes over the next five years.

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Pre-fab and modular construction

HIA's final report identifies the regulatory barriers for off-site construction in housing. These barriers can be time consuming and costly, resulting in inconsistent outcomes for industry and consumers.

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Ban on engineered stone

Our expert guidance on how to understand the engineered stone ban and minimise the health risks of silicosis. Learn more about how we’ve helped the industry deal with this huge regulatory change.

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The changing voice of the construction industry

The construction industry has become more culturally and linguistically diverse. However, the industry is still lagging other industry sectors when it comes to attracting skilled migrants.

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NCC 2022 changes

We’ve been working hard for our members to minimise the outcome of NCC 2022 changes that have impacted the residential building industry. Explore the latest changes and updates to the National Construction Code.

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One house, one approval

Trying to navigate the development approval systems for housing has become a challenging process. Find out how HIA is tackling this issue by calling on all levels of government to commit to change.

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How it works

Your voice, heard

Our service committees consult with members in their region about their evolving challenges and opportunities from the frontlines of the industry - what's really going on, on-site and beyond.

Our priorities, aligned

Local representatives join forces at the HIA National Policy Congress and work together to reach common ground so HIA can approach government and regulators from a position of power.

Expert research and development

HIA experts collate national data from our members, conduct research, and lead investigations into the factors contributing to what needs to be addressed, strengthening our stance.

Present to government

We present formal submissions on issues including the Budget, workplace diversity, migration, sustainability, new planning and approval rules, and much more.

The ultimate goal of HIA's advocacy is to initiate meaningful change on behalf of our members. We advocate for significant government policy and regulation amendments that benefit you as part of the residential building industry.

How the National Policy Congress represents you

Our national committees communicate their region's position on building industry issues at HIA's National Policy Congress (NPC). This annual event brings the Association's industry leaders together to create better outcomes for our members and set the direction of HIA's advocacy going forward. 

We develop position (policy) statements from these robust NPC discussions that represent our members' majority outlook on Australian building regulations, home ownership, business compliance and operations, and emerging key policy issues.

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What we present to government

HIA's latest responses to government policy around the housing industry, plus the latest news and economic forecasts for the sector. We submit these consistently throughout the year, ahead of and in response to what’s happening everywhere across Australia, from the regions to the highest level of government.

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09 Sep
Senate Inquiry into Climate Risk Assessments

HIA took the opportunity to provide a submission to the Senate Inquiry into Climate Risk Assessments.

09 Sep
Housing the Regions

HIA provided the submission to an inquiry into creating sustainable economic growth in rural and regional Australia.

29 Aug
National Voluntary Certification Scheme for Manufacturers of MMC – Issues paper

HIA provided the submission on the National Voluntary Certification Scheme for Manufacturers of Modern Methods of Construction – Issues paper.

18 Aug
HIA Submission to the Inquiry into student pathways to in-demand industries

The Housing Industry Association (HIA) is Australia’s only national industry association representing the interests of the residential building industry, including new home builders, renovators, trade contractors, land developers, related building professionals, and suppliers and manufacturers of building products.

Industry updates

Silica Work Health and Safety (WHS)
icare lung bus returns to HIA Hunter office
Following a strong member response, this October the icare lung health monitoring bus returns to the HIA office in Newcastle.
Sep 25
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Building approvals Construction Residential Sales
Victoria defies other states with an increase in new home sales
“Victoria saw a 7.1 per cent increase in new home sales in August, while the other four large states all declined,” stated HIA Senior Economist, Tom Devitt.
Sep 25
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Affordable Construction Residential Sales
New home sales remain around three-year high
“The volume of new homes sold (contract-to-build) nationally decreased by 1.2 per cent in the month of August 2025,” stated HIA Senior Economist, Tom Devitt.
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Awards Design Inspiration Innovation
R&R Quality Homes and Commercial Constructions wins 2025 HIA Northern Victoria Home of the Year award
A beautifully executed renovation and two-storey extension of a 1900s period home in Wangaratta has been named HIA Northern Victoria Home of the Year at the 2025 HIA Northern Victoria Regional Housing Awards, held in Yarrawonga on...
Sep 25
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Design Education Insight Innovation
HIA Newcastle HOMESHOW returns with expert advice and family fun
The Hunter region's largest and most successful home and renovation show, the HIA Newcastle HOMESHOW, is set to return on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at the HIA Home Inspirations centre in Mayfield West.
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Affordable Construction Residential
Up to four years taken off the time to save for a home
“The expansion of the Home Guarantee Scheme announced by the Minister for Housing, Clare O’Neil MP, to take effect from 1 October 2025, will reduce the time to save a deposit by up to four years,” stated HIA Senior Economist Tom D...
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Affordable Building approvals Construction Planning
Council housing targets need review to reflect housing Victorian's want
“The Victorian government’s approach to publishing housing targets for each council to achieve is a positive step but will not by itself improve housing supply or affordability” stated HIA Executive Director, Keith Ryan.
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Turning a corner: uptick in approvals a positive step toward meeting Tasmania’s housing needs
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has welcomed the latest ABS building approvals data for Tasmania, which shows a strong monthly increase in detached house approvals.
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Awards Bathroom Kitchens
Structerre Consulting announced as headline partner of the 2025 HIA WA Housing Awards
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) is pleased to announce Structerre Consulting as the headline partner of the 2025 HIA Western Australian Housing and Kitchen and Bathroom Awards.
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Detached house approvals rise in July
“The volume of detached houses approved for construction nationally increased by 0.6 per cent in the month of July 2025 ahead of the 5 per cent deposit guarantee announced last week,” stated HIA Senior Economist Maurice Tapang.
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Awards Sustainability GreenSmart
Sustainable Homes recognised at HIA Australian GreenSmart Awards
NSW builder Progressive Building took home two national awards at the prestigious 2025 HIA Australian GreenSmart Awards, for a renovation based on passive house principles.
Aug 25
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Awards Sustainability GreenSmart
Western Australian builders win three national sustainable building awards
Western Australian builders took home three awards at the prestigious 2025 HIA Australian GreenSmart Awards announced today in Sydney.
Aug 25
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