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Victoria

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

Victoria

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

Keith Ryan
Keith Ryan
Executive Director
Victoria

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14 May
Planning and Designing for Ducted Air Conditioning: Getting It Right from the Start

Comfort, efficiency, and long-term performance start with smart ducted air-conditioning design. Correct sizing, zoning, and airflow planning help avoid costly changes after handover. Partnering with experienced specialists like Ford & Doonan ensures dependable comfort and energy efficiency in every home.

14 May
HIA Newcastle HOMESHOW this weekend

The Hunter region's largest and most successful home and renovation show, the HIA Newcastle HOMESHOW, returns this Saturday, May 16, 2026, offering a full day of inspiration, expert guidance and entertainment for the whole family.

14 May
Victorian Government's building legislation blitz continues

The Victorian government’s conveyor belt of legislation continues to roll out with the passing of the mammoth (623 page) Building and Plumbing Administration and Enforcement Act 2026 on Tuesday along with the introduction into Parliament of the Building Legislation and Treasury Legislation (Tax Relief) Amendment Bill 2026 (only 105 pages).

13 May
Why restricting Negative Gearing to new homes doesn't increase the supply of homes

“Investors are responsible for building 43 per cent of new homes in Australia over the past year, according to ABS data released today,” stated HIA Chief Economist, Tim Reardon.

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President's report

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Victorian Housing Reform Priorities

HIA has six priorities to get more homes built for Victorians

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Member stories

Hear from our members, in their words, about their day to day challenges and highlights in work and life.

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National Construction Code

Keep up to date with the NCC's evolving changes in your state. Visit our hub for the latest resources, adoption dates, key regulatory updates and how HIA is pushing for change at a government level.

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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.

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: Grollo Homes

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Apartment Complex

Winner: Pace Development Group

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Display Home

Winner: Pearl Homes - La Belle

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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.

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.

28 May
GreenSmart® Professional

GreenSmart® Professional training provides you with environmental awareness and skills for more sustainable residential design and construction.

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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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