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Update on Victorias Windfall Gains Tax

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Update on Victorias Windfall Gains Tax

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HIA publicly opposed the introduction of a Windfall Gains Tax when announced in May and we have continued to engage with the Government to outline how damaging it will be on the costs of residential development, the supply of land and on housing affordability.
Monday, 11th October 2021
Housing Industry Association (HIA) is Australia's largest residential building association, committed to keeping members up to date and on the pulse of the ever changing building and business landscape.  

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08 May
Victorian government listens - Minimum Financial Requirements on hold

Earlier this year the Victorian government released for public consultation proposed regulations for minimum financial requirements (MFR). The MFR are an important part of the Victorian government’s Buyer Protection reforms which are scheduled to commence on 1 July 2026.
08 May
Reduced exposure levels for silica rejected

crystalline silica (RCS) to 0.025 mg/m3 under the model WHS laws has been rejected.
08 May
Budget must deliver trades, not just targets

The Housing Industry Association (HIA) is urging the Federal Government to use the upcoming Budget to directly address Australia’s severe shortage of skilled tradespeople and apprentices, warning that housing supply targets will not be met without decisive action.
07 May
WA State Budget delivers record housing investment

Today Treasurer Rita Saffioti delivered the 2026/27 budget for the Cook Labor Government in WA.
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08 May
Victorian government listens - Minimum Financial Requirements on hold

Earlier this year the Victorian government released for public consultation proposed regulations for minimum financial requirements (MFR). The MFR are an important part of the Victorian government’s Buyer Protection reforms which are scheduled to commence on 1 July 2026.
08 May
Reduced exposure levels for silica rejected

crystalline silica (RCS) to 0.025 mg/m3 under the model WHS laws has been rejected.
08 May
Budget must deliver trades, not just targets

The Housing Industry Association (HIA) is urging the Federal Government to use the upcoming Budget to directly address Australia’s severe shortage of skilled tradespeople and apprentices, warning that housing supply targets will not be met without decisive action.
07 May
WA State Budget delivers record housing investment

Today Treasurer Rita Saffioti delivered the 2026/27 budget for the Cook Labor Government in WA.

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