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Tasmanian builders - What you need to know about 'defects'

Regional News

Tasmanian builders - What you need to know about 'defects'

Regional News
Understanding defects is essential to protect the work of builders in Tasmania. Not all issues count as defects—know where your liability begins and ends.
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17 Mar
Interest rate rise risks worsening housing shortage

The Housing Industry Association’s Chief Economist, Tim Reardon, said the Reserve Bank of Australia’s latest decision to increase interest rates reflects the ongoing challenge of bringing inflation under control, but warned that higher rates will further restrict the supply of new homes.

17 Mar
HIA: First home grants supporting new builds and local jobs

Standing on a construction site with work well underway, the Housing Industry Association (HIA) Tasmania today joined Treasurer Eric Abetz MP in welcoming the impact of the Tasmanian Government’s First Home Owner Grant, recently tripled to $30,000, which is already helping more Tasmanians build their first home.

16 Mar
Climate Change and Natural Hazards State Environmental Planning Policy – Explanation of Intended Effect

HIA commented on the Climate Change and Natural Hazards State Environmental Planning Policy Explanation of Intended Effect (February 2026), a submission to NSW Government.

16 Mar
New trust rules could change how subcontractors get paid on Government jobs

A proposed WA law aims to scrap Project Bank Accounts and introduce automatic construction trusts for State Government projects over $1.5 million. The reforms promise simpler payment processes - but also tougher, ongoing financial scrutiny for builders. Here’s what it could mean for your business.