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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.
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Craig Jennion
Executive Director
Hunter
New home sales remain at near three-year high
“The cycle of ongoing growth in new home sales was broken in July, with a 6.4 per cent fall compared to June,” stated HIA Senior Economist, Maurice Tapang.
Roundtable must declare a battle on red, white and green tape
“If the Economic Reform Roundtable is serious about developing meaningful and lasting change to boost productivity and the economy, then the number one priority must be on cutting the excessive regulation that is crippling businesses,” said HIA Managing Director, Jocelyn Martin.
Investors vital to increasing housing supply
“Investors were responsible for 41 per cent of new homes financed for construction in the past year,” stated HIA’s Chief Economist, Tim Reardon.
Home building gaining momentum
“The RBA delivered the third rate cut of this easing cycle, bringing their benchmark cash rate down from 3.85 per cent to 3.6 per cent,” stated HIA Senior Economist Tom Devitt.
Spotlight
President's report
Two Hunter members were recently acknowledged for their significant contribution to our industry, members...
Apprentices
There’s no better time than now to employ an apprentice and help them build the foundation for a long and...
Building the Hunter podcast
Hear from industry experts as they share their insights.
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National Construction Code 2022
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.
Awards & events
Webinar: Hitting 7 Star; tips and tricks to get it right.
Now that the NatHERS 7-Star requirement is well underway in New South Wales, what have we learned so far?
New Planning Scheme Presentation
A series of workshops or seminars that offer an in-depth look at industry and policy changes that could impact on your business and how HIA can help you.
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 Lunch with Rachael Robertson
You’re invited to connect with other women in the building industry and gain valuable insights from a uniquely experienced leader at the next HIA Building Women lunch!
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 : Custom Built Projects
Display Home
Winner : Yarrum Designer Homes
Townhouse/Villa Development
Winner : Valley Homes
Careers & learning
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.
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
NCC 2022: AS1684 Timber Framing Changes
Gain an overview and understanding of the changes to AS1684 Timber Framing Code.
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.
NCC 2022: Condensation Management
Learn about the essential details of the NCC 2022 changes to condensation mitigation.
Support for your business
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.
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Newcastle
17 Murray Dwyer Circuit
Steel River Estate
Mayfield West NSW 2304
✆ 1300 650 620 or 02 4014 2000
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Hunter
17 Murray Dwyer Circuit, Steel River Estate, Mayfield West NSW 2304
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