Building sector urges cross-party housing plan support As the coalition prepares to oppose Labor's multi-billion dollar housing fund, the building sector says it's a sensible reform that needs support. AAP · Feb 23, 2023
Building industry calls for housing supply boost Master Builders Australia is calling on the government to enact policies to make housing more affordable and boost apprenticeships to curb workforce shortages. AAP · Feb 19, 2023
Australia’s economy running hot despite rising interest rates, but experts urge caution Building and business insiders warn the Reserve Bank’s recent hawkish approach risks long-term harm for households and commerce The Guardian - AU · Feb 11, 2023
New building activity slows as rates bite The pace of home building is easing as higher interest rates, labour shortages and material shortages weigh on the construction industry. AAP · Jan 18, 2023
Building challenges are starting to ease, but that doesn't mean you'll be able to find a tradie For more than two years, Colleen has been stuck in construction purgatory. She has the land, finances and contract to build — but finding tradies who can do the work is another story entirely. ABC News · Jan 15, 2023
Rocky outlook for home building sector A major construction industry group has downgraded its forecasts for the home building sector as interest rate rises and inflationary pressures set in. AAP · Sep 27, 2022
Australian Building and Construction Commission warned staff not to campaign against Labor’s election Secret documents from inside the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) reveal staff were warned against directing industry bodies and supporters to help the Morrison government win the 2022 federal election. ABC News · Aug 2, 2022
Women in construction say greater diversity will stamp out sexism and fix labour shortages Construction is the most male-dominated industry in Australia, and women say greater gender diversity is needed to weed out sexism and address labour shortages. ABC News · Jul 20, 2022
Higher home buyer scheme price caps welcomed as supply concerns linger The federal government on Monday announced higher price gaps for its low-deposit home buyer schemes. The Canberra Times · Apr 18, 2022