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Queensland

Keeping you up-to-date with the latest news, insights and advice across your region.

Queensland

Keeping you up-to-date with the latest news, insights and advice across your region.

The election of the new State Government provides an opportunity for a reset and fresh conversations on a range of industry priorities.

HIA has worked hard on its relationships and lobbying efforts over the last twelve months and is well placed to work with the new government over the next four years.

HIA was able to secure several significant commitments from the new government ahead of the election.

  • A $2 billion housing infrastructure fund will be created. 
  • First home buyers will not pay stamp duty on new homes anymore, and the threshold has been increased for stamp duty concessions on family homes more generally. 
  • A new Queensland Productivity Commission is going to review productivity in the Building Industry as its first act, including looking at the impacts of union conditions that have got out of hand.
  • Appointment of a Minister responsible for home ownership in addition to the Minister for public and social housing.
  • Committing to investing $165 million into a shared equity program to help more people into home ownership.
  • The request to have Ministerial oversight over all departments involved in housing delivery has resulted in a commitment to establish the Cabinet Housing Ministerial Taskforce.

This year has also seen the HIA Brisbane office relocate to 17 Byres Street in Newstead. Twenty-five years at Edmonstone Street was a fantastic innings, particularly for those staff who had been there the whole twenty-five years. 

As I said to the staff this new home for HIA is a building we can all be proud to work in, and I have high hopes for the opportunities I think this building can provide and our future here.

Michael Roberts
Mike Roberts
Executive Director
Queensland

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15 May
WA Cost Plus Contract Update: What Members Need to Know

The WA Cost Plus Contract has been updated to improve clarity, accuracy and usability for builders. Changes include revised contract schedule items, updated document references and a new clause covering contract interpretation and document precedence.

15 May
OHS Regulations review – proposals for construction, falls and infringement provisions

HIA provided additional feedback regarding the SRG proposal papers for construction, falls and infringement offences.

15 May
2026-27 HIA SA Pre-Budget Submission

The Housing Industry Association (HIA) makes the following submission to the Treasurer and the Department of Treasury to inform deliberations ahead of the 2026-27 South Australian Budget.

14 May
Budget in Reply signals strong focus on productivity, investment and housing supply

“The Housing Industry Association (HIA) welcomes the ambition of the Coalition’s Budget in Reply handed down tonight, including measures that support business investment, improve productivity and boost housing supply,” said HIA Managing Director Jocelyn Martin.

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National Construction Code

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Awards & events

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19 May
Industry Trade Night

Australia’s residential construction sector is facing intense pressure - tight margins, labour shortages, complex compliance, and rising customer expectations. AI is no longer emerging technology; it’s becoming a competitive necessity.

21 May
HIA Building Women Luncheon

Join us to connect, celebrate women in construction, build networks and support growth across the industry.

21 May
Industry Trade Night

Join us for an engaging evening designed for building professionals across the Hunter region.

21 May
South-East Metro Branch Meeting

Learn how Dispute Resolution Orders work in Victoria, what the Building and Plumbing Commission enforces from July 1, and what builders must do if they receive an order.

26 May
Hobart Industry Forum

The HIA Tasmanian Industry Forums deliver practical updates on the key issues shaping the building and construction industry.

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

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Home of the Year

Winner: Heelass Homes

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Apartment Complex

Winner: Aria Property Group

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Renovation / Addition Project

Winner: Ryan Designer Homes

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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.

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19 May
Beyond 7 Star Energy Efficiency in Victoria

Gain an understanding of Energy Efficiency requirements, including new standards and requirements coming in Victoria, in 2027.

19 May
NCC 2025: Condensation Management

Learn about the essential details of the NCC 2025 changes to condensation mitigation.

21 May
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

26 May
Asbestos Awareness

Gain a basic awareness of asbestos - where it may be found; its health hazards; and the safety control measures that should be applied to prevent exposure of workers and others.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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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