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HIA welcomes investment to keep bricks and new homes moving
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It comes after the Cook Labor Government committed to providing up to $4 million to restart operations at Austral’s Cardup brickworks to boost WA’s domestic brick supply.
The new package is designed to increase brick supply over the short term while this additional brick production capacity comes online.
A key focus of the package will be assistance for small and medium-sized builders, with the support measures expected to deliver more than 20 million bricks over the next six months. The package will help builders continue construction activity, reduce delays and support the delivery of new homes.
“Additional brick supply to support builders in completing homes already under construction, or currently in the pipeline, must be the priority over the next six months to ensure supply keeps pace with demand,” said HIA Executive Director WA, Michael McGowan.
“All builders have been affected but we know that small to medium builders as well as those growing and emerging have been most affected by the allocation system and will benefit the most from today’s announcement.
“We are currently starting more than 6,000 dwellings a quarter and bricks will play a major role in the commencement and delivery of these homes.
Changing materials at this stage would create additional costs for builders operating under fixed-price contracts and result in further delays for consumers wanting to move into their new homes," said Mr McGowan.
“The subsidies and supply initiatives announced today keep jobs moving, get people into their new homes and keep subbies and apprentices employed."
HIA appreciates the open collaboration with Government so far in navigating the current brick challenges. HIA will continue advocating for practical solutions that:
- Increase brick supply to the Western Australian market.
- Help builders maintain cash flow and business continuity.
- Protect apprentices and skilled workers.
- Support housing delivery during a period of constrained supply.
- Build a stronger and more resilient residential construction industry.
“The State Government’s willingness to step in and reduce some of the freight costs, while supporting initiatives to increase supply in the short term, will be welcomed by many of HIA’s members and the broader industry,” concluded Mr McGowan.
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HIA welcomes investment to keep bricks and new homes moving
HIA today welcomed the Cook Labor Government announcement to invest up to $12.8 million in further measures to boost Western Australia’s brick supply and support small and medium-sized builders to deliver more homes across Western Australia.
HIA advocacy on WA brick supply challenges
Over recent weeks, HIA has been engaging extensively with builders, manufacturers, suppliers, apprentices and other industry stakeholders about the significant brick supply challenges facing Western Australia.