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Last week, over 200 members joined us for the HIA Minister’s Luncheon to mark the release of the NSW Housing Pattern Book for Low Rise Housing, a development that could quietly but significantly transform how homes are delivered across the state.
The Hon. Paul Scully MP, Minister for Planning and Public Spaces, joined by NSW Government Architect Abbie Galvin and NSW Building Commissioner James Sherrard, introduced this new approach to planning and approvals, which was met with strong support from the industry in the room.
What sets this Pattern Book apart? It is not just about design. It is the planning controls, appropriate lot sizes, sensible parking requirements, subdivision capability and a wider range of low-rise housing types. All of this is supported by a streamlined complying development approval pathway.
This is a bold and welcome step forward that builds on the government’s broader planning reform agenda, including the Housing Delivery Authority, Transport Oriented Developments, Low- and Mid-Rise Housing Policy, and the pre-sales finance guarantee. Of course, more work is needed. Streamlining stormwater and driveway approvals is one example, but this is progress.
We'll continue to work closely with the government to build on this foundation and explore further opportunities to reduce red tape, helping the industry get keys in doors sooner. View HIA's full media release.
I’d love to hear from you on what would help speed up delivery times
Brad Armitage
Executive Director
New South Wales
Asbestos Awareness Week: reminder to remain vigilant on asbestos safety
“National Asbestos Awareness Week provides an important reminder as we head into end of year, when people may be looking to undertake renovation or DIY work on older properties and the need to be vigilant in managing safety on site,” Jocelyn Martin, HIA Managing Director, said today.
HIA welcomes new HAFF funding but warns delivery the real challenge
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) welcomes the announcement that Round 3 of the Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF) facility will open early next year, expanding the pipeline of social and affordable housing projects, HIA Managing Director Jocelyn Martin said today.
Tropical Cyclone Fina
The Bureau of Meteorology has officially forecast Tropical Cyclone Fina to reach Category 3 intensity. There is a Cyclone warning currently in place for Top End coastal communities, including Darwin. Strong gale winds and rain are expected, as well as storm surge or tides.
NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) 2026
Join thousands of industry leaders at the NAHB International Builders’ Show®, the world’s largest annual light construction event. Explore cutting-edge products, breakthrough technologies, and global trends shaping the future of residential construction.
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HIA Victoria Virtual Trade Night November 2025
Join HIA’s November virtual trade night to learn about rectification orders, compliance obligations, and upcoming regulatory changes from the Building and Plumbing Commission. Get expert insights from HIA’s Contracts and Compliance team and policy specialists.
WA Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards
Join us at this year’s 2025 HIA Western Australian Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards!
2025 HIA Northern Rivers Building Women Lunch
Join HIA’s Building Women events — an empowering industry gathering for leaders, builders, and change-makers who believe in strength through diversity and collaboration across the building and construction community.
Chairperson's Breakfast
Join us, with your guests, to be informed by well-known guest speakers on a range of industry issues.
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.
2025 Award winners
Home of the Year
Winner: Futureflip
Display Home
Winner: Nuhaven Homes - The Essence
Project Home
Winner: GJ Gardner Tamworth
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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
Estimating and Quoting
Get the knowledge and skills required to accurately calculate and estimate material, labour and equipment costs, as well as business overheads, margins and other costs for small residential and commercial construction projects.
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.
GreenSmart® Professional
GreenSmart® Professional training provides you with environmental awareness and skills for more sustainable residential design and construction.
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