Levy concessions a blow to housing affordabilty (NSW)
The impact of the latest measures announced by Planning Minister, Tony Kelly today to provide concessions in many land release areas from the $20,000 levy cap introduced in June is a further blow to housing affordability in NSW, says the Housing Industry Association.
Hands Off Contractors, Says HIA
Union demands for changes to tax laws would destroy thousands of small businesses across Australia and devastate housing affordability, says the Housing Industry Association.
Sustainability consulting firm brings global reach to Green Star Communities
Global engineering and management consulting firm Aurecon is the first consultant to sponsor the Green Star Communities tool currently being developed by the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA).
Vacancy consultancy UNEP: Sustainable Building Policies in Developing Countries
UNEP is launching a new project titled "Sustainable Building Policies in Developing Countries (SPOD)", which will be developed through 2012 and implemented in pilot locations in Africa.
New PB-CUSP research shows active-travel cities could save millions in infrastructure costs
New research from the Parsons Brinckerhoff and Curtin University Sustainability Policy (PB-CUSP) research alliance shows productivity is 6% higher in active-travel cities, which could save close to $40 million in health care and productivity costs.
Record Year For Building, Plumbing Industry Commissions
The plumbing and building industries had a record breaking year with building activity reaching $23.9 billion - the highest ever amount recorded - and investment in professional development helping attract and retain more qualified practitioners.
Victoria posts a record month in building permit activity
Victoria has commenced the 2010/11 financial year with 10,200 building permits being issued in the month of July 2010.
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