“HIA’s policy agenda has been shaped by home builders, but it’s for all Victorians that recognise the importance of home building, to the state, individuals and our communities,” said Keith Ryan, HIA Executive Director Victoria, at the launch in Nar Nar Goon, on Melbourne’s urban fringe.

“Our election policy agenda is framed in the reality that for too long, Victoria’s hardworking home builders have had to navigate increasingly complex building regulations, rising operating costs and a shrinking skilled workforce,” Mr Ryan added.

“Despite this, every day, I speak with members representing home building businesses – small, medium and large - who are working hard to make a difference. These efforts must be supported, not undone, by policy makers.

“A strong residential building sector does not happen by accident; it happens when political decision makers work with the private sector and implement policies that are fair, predictable, and pro-business.

“Policies that reward hard work and encourage investment, innovation and entrepreneurship.

“Policies that recognise housing supports a diverse range of allied industries; from mining and manufacturing to retail, rental, equipment hire, real estate services and the tertiary sector – from tools to tiles and everything in between.

“Policies that help families and individuals fulfill their dreams of getting into their home – granting them the stability they need to access education and employment, build social connections, and participate fully in society.

“Victorians deserve no less.”

HIA’s state election policy agenda contains recommendations covering six core reform imperatives. We are calling on all Victorian political parties to commit to:

• Reducing the regulatory burden on builders.
• Lowering property taxes and removing barriers to investment.
• Building a stronger and larger construction workforce.
• Making more land available to increase housing supply.
• Simplifying and fast-tracking planning decisions.
• Expanding housing choice through more social housing.

“HIA’s election policy agenda is not a cure-all for improving housing supply and home affordability, but it does show where political attention needs to focus if we are to successfully build more and better homes for more Victorians.

“Our message to all parties contesting this election is clear: Let’s unlock Victoria’s housing potential. Victorians depend on it,” concluded Mr Ryan.

For more information visit HIA’s policy agenda for the 2026 Victorian state election.

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