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HIA uses a range of tools to keep members informed. This HIA News is a key method to deliver updates, but what other options can you subscribe to, follow or visit to stay connected.
The HIA website, including the Hunter Hub and the member dashboard is a central way we provide access to business advice, member benefits and logos.
Through social media, HIA shares news, highlights member stories, and promotes HIA activity. Locally this includes accounts you can join, including our Hunter Facebook group, hia.hunter and hia_homeinspirations Instagram pages and the HIA_Hunter X account.
To highlight key matters we produce member alerts, media releases and produce a Hunter podcast series.
Members also receive insights through the Housing magazine, while our regional offices, support hotlines and Help Centre provides personalised help on legal, business, and compliance matters.
Together, these channels ensure you can stay informed, supported, and engaged.
Craig Jennion
Executive Director
Hunter
The following is attributable to Tim Reardon, HIA’s Chief Economist
October is National Safe Work Month, which is an important time for both employers and workers to focus on, and commit to, promoting safe and healthy workplaces, according to the Housing Industry Association (HIA) Chief Executive – Industry & Policy Simon Croft.
The latest figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) show that while new home building approvals in the ACT have lifted slightly in 2025, the pace of growth remains far too slow to meet the territory’s housing needs.
HIA have been lobbying for changes to streamline the process which will allow certifiers to issue Certificates of Occupancy (CoO).
Two Hunter members were recently acknowledged for their significant contribution to our industry, members...
There’s no better time than now to employ an apprentice and help them build the foundation for a long and...
Hear from industry experts as they share their insights.
Keep up-to-date with the evolving changes for your region. Check out the NCC 2022 hub with all the latest info, courses and seminars.
Join us for a full-day, hands on workshop designed to help builders and construction professionals better navigate compliance, contracts, and insurance, so you can protect your business, avoid costly mistakes, and deliver high quality projects with confidence.
The Inaugural HIA Safety Summit is a practical, one-day forum for builders, site managers, supervisors and HSE/WHS leads.
Award evenings are enjoyable events, mixing great food and entertainment with recognition of the Award winners.
Join the 2025 Brisbane Good Design Breakfast to explore emerging design and joinery trends with Amy Degenhart and Polytec. Don’t miss this industry event!
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.
Winner : Custom Built Projects
Winner : Yarrum Designer Homes
Winner : Valley Homes
Learning a new skill or adding to your existing knowledge is the best way to advance your career and help reignite your passion for getting up in the morning and doing a job that you love. It's not just about what you can learn but also how you can use your new found knowledge to reach the next step in where you want your career to go.
GreenSmart® Professional training provides you with environmental awareness and skills for more sustainable residential design and construction.
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.
Gain an understanding of AS/NZS 3500.3 in relation to catchment, eaves, downpipes, eaves and box gutters.
This diploma course is designed for building and construction professionals who wish to gain valuable skills in managing medium rise construction projects.
HIA’s experienced Building and planning services team can help you navigate residential building legislation and keep your project on track.
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.
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.
HIA’s expert workplace advisors can offer you bespoke support to help you navigate the maze of compliance in the building industry.
17 Murray Dwyer Circuit
Steel River Estate
Mayfield West NSW 2304
✆ 1300 650 620 or 02 4014 2000
✉ hunter_enquiry@hia.com.au
Office hours:
Monday - Friday 8.30am to 5.00pm
Hunter
17 Murray Dwyer Circuit, Steel River Estate, Mayfield West NSW 2304