Barriers to entry - HIA National President, Bob Day AO, talks about what needs to be done about skills shortages ... full story PDF 

The latest tools, equipment and home products to hit the shelves ... full story PDF 

The HIA GreenSmart awards recognise excellence in the design and construction of environmentally sustainable homes, renovations and developments. Housing looks at this year’s winning projects.  
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Building the Nation - HIA’s planning conference, titled Building the Nation, saw a number of critical issues up for discussion and debate ... full story PDF 

Xtreme measures - According to Trend Windows & Doors, new bushfire-resistant windows promise to reduce the possibility of fire in a home during bushfires. Housing looks at the latest developments.

Room to grow - HIA’s growth in three states has strengthened its identity with local communities and provided better facilities for members and staff ... full story PDF 

A standout success - Lee and Rebecca Hardcastle, owners of Enigma Interiors, have been wowing the kitchen crowds for nine years.

Rock solid - CaesarStone, a relative newcomer to the kitchen benchtop arena, is winning consumers’ hearts, hands down. Housing finds out more.

Designs on success - Kathleen Gorton’s path to becoming an award-winning bathroom designer was far from conventional. Housing finds out what she learned on the journey.