GST Margin Scheme - Minister Brough Delivers on Promise

The Assistant Treasurer, Mal Brough has announced changes to Tax Laws Amendment (2005 Measures No. 2) Bill 2005.

More information >>

  Leading Property Industry Advocacy Group Broadens Footprint

The Property Council of Australia has confirmed its commitment to the broader Property Industry with the launch today of a new, national business division representing leading residential developers in Australia.

More information >>

  New Smoke Alarm and Sprinkler System Regulations For Accommodation Buildings

New regulations governing smoke alarms and sprinkler systems in backpacker and other accommodation buildings will take effect on 14 June 2005.

More information >>  

  Interim building regulations in force as of 14 June

A set of interim building regulations will be in operation from 14 June with moderate changes likely to affect building surveyors, draftsmen, architects and owners of shared accommodation premises.

More information >>

Housing Finance Holding Up Well

Total lending for owner occupier housing ticked up marginally in April, boosted by a large amount of loan refinancing.

More information >> 

  Workers return to the job at massive Alcan expansion

Construction workers at one of Australia's biggest industrial projects have returned to work after a two-day strike

More information >> 

Home Lending Confirms Soft Landing

The marginal rise in housing finance in April confirms the forecast of a soft landing for the housing industry, according to peak building and construction industry organisation, Master Builders Australia.

More information >>