Building Approvals Justify Steady Rates
The sixth fall in eight months for ABS Building Approvals provides a timely reminder that there is no need for an imminent interest rate rise, claims the Housing Industry Association, the voice of Australia’s residential building industry.
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HIA builds the future for young tradespeople
The Housing Industry Association (HIA), the voice of Australia’s residential building industry, in partnership with JELD-WEN and supported by Stratco, are proud to launch the Build Your Future Program today.
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Weak New Home Sales Signal Need for Steady Interest Rates
New Home Sales fell for a fourth consecutive month in August, clearly signalling the appropriateness of keeping interest rates on hold.
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Cause for RBA caution as dwelling approvals fall
A fall in dwelling approvals in August requires a cautious response from the Reserve Bank to ensure that the faltering residential building upturn can regain momentum, according to Master Builders Australia, the peak body for the building and construction industry.
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ABCC Must Stay: Greens Bill Misses the Mark
Master Builders Australia today called on the Gillard Government to reject moves by the Greens Party to abolish the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC).
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ACTU Hypocritical on Building Safety
The recent call by the ACTU for the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) to give priority to safety misrepresents the main role of the ABCC. It is a position taken by the unions to deflect the real issue of unlawful behaviour which they cannot defend, according to Master Builders Australia, the peak body for the building and construction industry.
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Flying the green flag for World Green Building Week
Last week, the world's green building industry came together to highlight the important role that buildings play in mitigating climate change while addressing local priorities such as affordable housing, job growth and disaster recovery.
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