Lack Lustre October For Home Lending
Home lending looks weaker before the impact of the November interest rate rise is felt.

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  Stronger month for home lending in October
Home lending figures were healthier in Tasmania in October.

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  Further Weakness in Housing Finance Numbers
Housing finance approvals for owner occupied housing fell in October, the fourth monthly decline in six months, as the lagged effect of past interest rate hikes continue to weigh on the housing market, according to peak building and construction industry organisation Master Builders Australia.

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Aust construction activity expands in November -survey
Australian construction activity has expanded for the third month in a row but an interest rate rise in November has slowed down the growth rate, a survey shows.

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Consumers want homes to Star
Since the introduction of the 5 Star standard in Victoria in July 2004, residents of new homes and apartments have a range of energy efficiency and water saving features that increase comfort and reduce bills.

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Construction ACTIVITY sustained BY ENGINEERING
The Construction Forecasting Council released its latest forecasts.

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New Strategic Projects Facilitation Group a Step in the Right Direction
The Chief Minister's decision to establish a new body to manage and facilitate investment and project delivery is a welcome step towards ensuring the ACT remains competitive with other jurisdictions in terms of business and economic development, according to Catherine Carter, ACT Executive Director of the Property Council of Australia.

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