Banking Reform Package a Necessary Step, says HIA
The Federal Government today announced its banking reform package, entitled a ‘Competitive and Sustainable Banking System.’
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Australians Spend Record Dollars on Kitchens and Bathrooms
Australians are demanding more luxurious kitchens and bathrooms, with a report from the Housing Industry Association predicting the value of K&B installations and renovations will hit a record $12.3 billion by 2011/12.
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Lack-Lustre New Home Lending Continues
A modest improvement in ABS Housing Finance in the month of October is insufficient to shake off a deteriorating outlook for new home building, claims the Housing Industry Association, the voice of Australia’s residential building industry.
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RBA Gets It Right With No Hike
Today’s decision by the Reserve Bank Board to keep interest rates on hold was the only sensible course of action given current economic and housing conditions, says the Housing Industry Association (HIA), the voice of Australia’s residential building industry.
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Research shows that business lending on the improve
The number of mid-sized businesses intending to increase their borrowing is growing, but concerns remain about access to ...
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Swan applauds 'stunning' jobs data for the year so far
More people have secured a full-time job in a calendar year than ever before, and there is still a month to go.
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Joint report shows that QLD has better solar potential
Large-scale solar precincts could be built in Queensland after a study found the state has some of the best conditions ...
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