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Renovations update and Mitchell ends lockdown

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Renovations update and Mitchell ends lockdown

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This morning it is reported in the media that the Government is considering whether renovations could return in at the 70 percent double dose vaccination milestone - which would be as early as next week.
Thursday, 14th October 2021
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Just days before property developer licences become mandatory on 1 October 2026, the ACT Government has introduced a Bill to amend the Property Developers Act 2024.
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Preparing for the card surcharge ban

The card surcharge ban starts on 1 October 2026. Find out what the changes mean for builders, contractors and suppliers, and learn how to prepare your pricing, contracts and payment systems.
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Brick supply and allocation update

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Changes to ACT property developer licensing

Just days before property developer licences become mandatory on 1 October 2026, the ACT Government has introduced a Bill to amend the Property Developers Act 2024.
24 Sep
Preparing for the card surcharge ban

The card surcharge ban starts on 1 October 2026. Find out what the changes mean for builders, contractors and suppliers, and learn how to prepare your pricing, contracts and payment systems.
24 Sep
Brick supply and allocation update

HIA continues to engage with government, manufacturers and industry stakeholders regarding the current brick allocation arrangements and the impact on home building across Western Australia.
24 Sep
Top Queensland home builders ranked for 2025/26

Hutchies is again the largest home builder in Queensland, topping the annual Housing Industry Association (HIA) COLORBOND® steel Housing 100 report for the state.

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