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What a fantastic night we had at the ACT and Southern NSW Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards last Friday! The event was a true celebration of the exceptional talent, craftsmanship, and innovation that define our industry.
Congratulations to all the category winners, and a big round of applause to Status Living, who took out the 2025 Home of the Year award with their ‘Icon House’ — an outstanding achievement!
I also want to acknowledge the finalists in the Apprentice of the Year category. To be recognised as a finalist by your industry peers is an incredible honour and a testament to your hard work and dedication. In the end, Mitchell McKinnon took out the top honour in a closely contested category.
Finally, thanks to all our industry partners who made the night possible. Our Major Partner in Harvey Norman Commercial ACT, and Supporting Partners in Jonox, Suburban Land Agency, Bluescope, HIA Insurance Services, Hume Doors and Timber, Big River Trade Centre, Access Canberra, Harrington Hall Lawyers, Stratco, WorkSafe ACT, and the ACT Training Fund Authority.
Keep an eye out on our social media channels for all the photos from the night!
Geordan Murray
Executive Director
ACT and Southern NSW
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.
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Awards & events
Built Different Networking Event - Launceston
Kick off your weekend with a chilled Friday afternoon at one of Tassie’s top breweries, where apprentices, hosts, and local suppliers come together for good food, cold drinks, and great conversation.
HIA Queensland Housing Awards
Award evenings are enjoyable events, mixing great food and entertainment with recognition of the Award winners.
Industry Outlook Breakfast
Hear the latest economic forecasts and trends to help you make better business decisions, featuring key presenters from HIA’s Economics Team as well as guest speakers.
Building Defects Seminar: Identifying Issues and Managing Expectations
Learn how to identify real building defects, manage client expectations and resolve disputes effectively at the Building Defects Seminar presented by Lynch Meyer Lawyers.
HIA Awards
HIA Awards provide home builders and designers the opportunity to receive recognition, and showcase their work to the broader industry. Winners and finalists not only receive extensive media promotion for their business, they also get the opportunity to promote themselves as an industry leader.
2024 Award winners
Home of the Year
Winner: Classic Constructions (Aust)
Display Home
Winner: Exceed Homes and Arkitex
Spec Home
Winner: Rydgeport Constructions
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Understanding HIA Building Contracts
This workshop provides a detailed understanding of domestic building contracts, using the relevant HIA contract for your region as an example. The contract is explained in full, describing each schedule and clause.
Compliant Box Gutters and Roof Drainage
Gain an understanding of AS/NZS 3500.3 in relation to catchment, eaves, downpipes, eaves and box gutters.
Bushfire Regulations and Construction
This course covers the knowledge and skills required to effectively understand the requirements of building in a bushfire prone area.
Silica Awareness
Find out more about what silica is, how to work safely with products containing silica, what tools and systems exist, as well as where to get further information
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Building it right
HIA’s experienced Building and planning services team can help you navigate residential building legislation and keep your project on track.
Getting approval to build
Most new homes and renovations to existing homes require a development approval (DA) before they can be built. A DA will normally be granted by the local council.
Managing your safety
We have been helping businesses like yours for over a decade by offering safety checks and site-specific safety systems designed to meet current workplace health and safety requirements.
Managing your business
HIA’s expert workplace advisors can offer you bespoke support to help you navigate the maze of compliance in the building industry.