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New leadership team at HIA
This week Canberra builder Matthew Hall was elected as HIA President for the ACT and Southern NSW region. Matthew is the Director of family-owned renovations specialist BuildProfessional.
Director of Canberra Town Planning Nichelle Jackson was elected as Vice President, and the Regional Executive Committee (REC) also welcomed new members AJ Bala, Jon Tanchevski, Jenny Edwards and Geoff Howarth. Congratulations and welcome to all.
A big thankyou to outgoing President Jason Bisa, for his commitment and dedication to the role over the past 2 years and he remains on the REC as a past president. Leaving the REC were Natasha Stoka and George Tanchevski.
George leaves the committee after over 20 years, including a term as Regional President - a big thank you George on behalf of all our members for all your work.
Rally for Building Reform and Petition
Frustrated by the regulatory burden on the industry, local member Xavier Duffy from ACT Decks has launched a petition to call on the ACT government to wind back some of this red tape. 2024 saw some of the lowest building approvals on record, yet approval timeframes still remain stubbornly long.
I’m encouraging members to sign the Fix the ACT’s Broken Construction Approval System petition, and if you want join Xavier at the Legislative Assembly to present the petition, there will be a rally from 8.00am next week on Tuesday 18 March. Look forward to seeing you there!
Greg Weller
Executive Director
ACT and Southern NSW
Home approvals rising but structural reforms needed to meet 1.2 million homes
A break for employers with new payroll tax requirements
The Northern Territory Government has recently introduced changes to payroll tax which will commence on 1 July 2025.These changes will impact the way payroll tax is calculated and will provide benefits to eligible employers, particularly small-to-medium sized businesses.
Mortgage buffer, major barrier for first home buyers
The Housing Industry Association has today welcomed the Coalition’s announcement that, if elected, it will direct the financial regulator to revise lending rules that are locking Australians—particularly first home buyers—out of the housing market.
Stronger measures still needed to improve planning approval wait times
“Today’s announcement by the NSW Government to publish the State Agency League Table is welcomed by the Housing Industry Association.
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Building Women Breakfast
Building Women program works towards a focus on visibility, education, networking and mentoring in the residential building and construction industry.
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 Women Thrive Series
Stay up-to-date professionally and get handy information for your business by attending our networking events.
Understanding the Design and Building Practitioners Act
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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.
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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NCC 2022: AS1684 Timber Framing Changes
Gain an overview and understanding of the changes to AS1684 Timber Framing Code.
Waterproofing Wet Areas - What, Where and How
Gain an understanding on the NCC hierarchy and the what, where and how of waterproofing.
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HIA’s experienced Building and planning services team can help you navigate residential building legislation and keep your project on track.
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