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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.
Home builders left in limbo over apprentice funding
Despite the nation falling behind in its housing targets, the Federal Government has left apprentices and employers in limbo with uncertainty of funding beyond Christmas, says the Housing Industry Association (HIA).
Renovators and investors boost home building activity
“Home renovation activity nears record high, boosted by rising home prices and low unemployment,” stated Tim Reardon, HIA Chief Economist.
Passage of the Planning Systems Reforms Bill is great news for the housing industry
“Today is a great day for the housing industry in NSW with passage of the Planning System Reforms Bill 2025 through parliament,” said Brad Armitage, HIA NSW Executive Director.
Confirm your DBI eligibility. Don’t wait, act now
Starting 1 July 2026, domestic building insurance (DBI) will only be available through the Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC), which has replaced the VMIA in providing this product.
HIA meets with Homes Tasmania leadership
This morning, HIA, including members of the Tasmanian Regional Executive Committee (REC), met with the Chair and a Director of the Homes Tasmania Board to discuss several matters critical to the future of housing delivery in Tasmania.
Best Practice should not mean more regulation
Safe Work Australia (SWA) recently announced the Best Practice Review of the Model Work Health and Safety (WHS) Act. The Review will consider whether the model laws are ‘best practice’ and measures to strengthen harmonisation, including the prospective inclusion of jurisdictional departures within the model WHS framework.
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 building industry is a driver of Australia’s economy, with billions in economic activity delivering around 200,000 homes every year. HIA’s mission is to support the housing industry to sustain their businesses throughout the industry cycles with accurate forecasting and strong advocacy. We speak up for the one million people working every day to build Australia’s homes of the future.
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 research & analysis
Looking for specialised research for your business or industry sector? Contact the HIA economics team to source data, analysis and tailored information.
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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