NSW to… NSW will transition to a pathology referral model for COVID-19 PCR testing, in line with changes already in place across all other Australian states and territories. Minister for Health Ryan...
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New… The National Construction Code (NCC) 2022 commences from today in New South Wales, ushering in a range of changes to construction regulations. The NCC 2022, which includes the Building Code...
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Future-… Master Builders Australia has released its blueprint for future-proofing the building and construction industry's workforce in the wake of a shortage of half a million workers. With critical shortages across...
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Builders… Amid a difficult economic climate, the building and construction industry welcomes the Reserve Bank of Australia’s decision to pause interest rates today, says Master Builders Australia CEO Denita Wawn. “Interest...
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Record… In February, new loans for owner occupiers to build a home fell 4.8% to 2732 in seasonally adjusted terms, which is the lowest in Australian Bureau of Statistics records that...
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Building… The ABS has released February 2023 data for building approvals and lending figures. Master Builders Australia chief economist Shane Garrett says there was a 4.0 per cent increase in the...
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Time to… The latest National Housing Finance Investment Corporation (NHFIC) State of the Nation’s Housing 2022-23 report confirms builders’ concerns about achieving Australia’s housing needs. Master Builders Australia CEO Denita Wawn said...
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Builders… Today’s monthly inflation indicator for February 2023 is another reminder of how we risk entrenching inflation without appropriately addressing supply-side hurdles, says Master Builders Australia CEO Denita Wawn. “The annual...
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New… Key points: The Australian government has extended the HomeBuilder grant deadline to June 30, 2025 Labour shortages and supply chain issues caused construction delays, risking homeowners missing the grant deadline...
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Policy… During the months of December 2022, January, and February 2023, the Association undertook active discussion with the Building Industry in NSW to develop a "Policy Priorities Document" for the upcoming...
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