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HIA Executive Director Tasmania, Benjamin Price, said the move demonstrates strong leadership and a commitment to practical reform that supports housing supply and affordability.
“Standing alongside Deputy Premier Barnett today, HIA is proud to back this nation-leading decision. Legislating the pause provides certainty for builders and suppliers at a time when housing pressures remain critical,” Mr Price said.
“This is about reducing unnecessary red tape and ensuring Tasmanian builders can focus on what matters most: delivering more homes for Tasmanians."
Mr Price said, the industry is still managing the complexity and cost of NCC 2022, and adding further requirements now would only increase prices and slow delivery.
“The Tasmanian Government has listened to industry and acted decisively. This is a sensible, balanced approach that puts the construction industry and Tasmanian businesses first.
“This is a massive win for builders. It gives everyone—from apprentices, small businesses and major builders—time to adapt, plan and invest with confidence.
“HIA will continue working closely with the Tasmanian Government to ensure future regulatory decisions support housing delivery and affordability.
“This is what good reform looks like—practical, collaborative and focused on positive outcomes. We look forward to continuing our engagement with the Tasmanian Government to deliver the homes Tasmanians need,” Mr Price said.
Western Australia has broken a decade-long drought to claim the top spot on the HIA Housing Scorecard, marking a significant milestone for the state’s housing industry. For the first time since 2014, WA leads the nation in home building activity—a remarkable turnaround from the mining downturn that pushed the state to the bottom of the rankings for much of the last decade.
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has joined Deputy Premier and Minister for Small Business, Trade and Consumer Affairs Guy Barnett MP today to welcome the Tasmanian Government’s release of legislation to pause changes to the National Construction Code (NCC).
“After years of sluggish apartment construction, the foundations are being laid for a recovery in multi-unit commencements from 2026 onward, according to the latest HIA Forecasts.
Population growth and internal migration continue to reshape regional Australia, and Dubbo is fast emerging as a housing hotspot under increasing strain.