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ABS Statistics for New Homes in the NT Going the Wrong Way
There is certainly plenty of positives occurring in regard to the NT economy. The announcement of the next stage of the INPEX Project along with the healthy employment figures are all positives. Unfortunately, the news for potential home owners and renters is far less comforting.
The latests ABS figures on approvals and home finance show that the provision of affordable housing in the Territory is going backwards. This is at a time when there should be an upswing in numbers and sentiment due to the expected influx of new workers in both the mining and associated light manufacturing industries.
The actual time-lag between the Government releasing land and the land being brought to market is far too long. In many cases between 8 and 12 years.
It is now encumbant upon the Government to make the planning system far more responsive to quick release and to put in place provisions for the rapid approval and development of infrastructure of earmarked land divisions. For more information Click on the 2 Media Releases below.
Media Release
Media Release
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Robert Harding
Executive Director
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Changes to Defects Warranty Laws for Goods and Services from 1 January 2012
Click here to read Member Alert
Wet Weather - Your Contract
Make sure you don’t miss out on the opportunity to claim any wet weather days. Info Sheet
Fair Work Information Statements
Employers must give every new employee a Fair Work Information Statement before, or as soon as possible after, the employee starts employment. Failing to provide the Statement is a contravention of the National Employment Standards and could result in penalties of up to $33,000. Statement
Business Upskills - Marketing Online Workshop
Register now to take part in an online workshop for small businesses about marketing online. Presented by Business and Community Development Pty Ltd. More
Buildbonus Scheme Extended to 30 June 2012
The Chief Minister Paul Henderson announced the Territory Government's Buildbonus Grant Scheme will be extended for a futher 6 months to June 30. NT Government Media Release
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CERTIFICATE IV IN BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION (BUILDING CPC40110) - Hurry limited places left!!
DATE:
Commencing February 10th
VENUE:
HIA, 24/90 Frances Bay Drive, Stuart Park
COST:
HIA Members: $1,200
Non-Members: $1,900
For more information
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Be quick to secure your seat in this sought after course at this incredibly low price.
"This training program is jointly funded by the Commonwealth and Northern Territory Governments".
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HIA Apprentices
HIA Safety Services
Do you need help with your Work Health & Safety Requirements?
HIA Safety Services can help with practical safety solutions. For further information please contact HIA Safety Services on 1300 650 620 or Jeremy Carrick, Safety Adviser on 0420 319 749.
HIA Safety Services Can Help With Your Practical Safety Solutions. Click here to read more.
How Safe Is Your Workplace? Click here to read more.
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Benign Inflation Leaves Room for Further Rate Cuts
The consumer price index for the December 2011 quarter confirms that the path is clear for a February interest rate cut. More
Asbestos Removal Regulations (National)
This Information Sheet provides an overview of regulatory requirements for the safe removal of asbestos-containing material (ACM) in each State and Territory, including the type of licence required and the types of unlicensed removal work allowed. Information Sheet
Carbon Tax and Contract Pricing
A question that has been put on many occasions goes to how builders can factor in the price of the carbon tax for contracts that span the implementation date of 1 July 2012. This is not as straightforward as the GST was, for example, as neither the quantum or timing of price rises will be known.
An HIA Information Sheet has been provided that looks at the options to pass on carbon tax rises in contracts - that are unquantified at signing. It must be stressed that these are simply possible options and should be used only after discussion with the HIA Workplace Advisers. A further word of caution relates to the ACCC, which has released guidelines for carbon tax related pricing communications, which are also covered. If Members enter into communications concerning the relationship of a price increase to the tax, they need to be confident that they can verify the basis for their claims if required. To read more
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Upcoming Events
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Special Offer:
2011 Partnership prices available until 20 February 2012.
Prices to increase as of 21 February 2012. Hurry and secure your Partnership at 2011 prices today!
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HIA 2012 Events!
HIA - Solahart Golf Day
11 May
Palmerston Golf Club
HIA - CSR Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards Entries Close
27 July
HIA Economic Luncheon
3 August
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HIA - CSR Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards Presentation Dinner
17 November
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HIA BlueScope Solutions in Steel Award
Do your projects use steel in sustainable or innovative ways?
HIA and BlueScope are searching for Solutions in Steel - residential projects that showcase outstanding quality, contemporary design and practical application of steel in their construction. This Award will be presented as part of the 2012 Australian Housing Awards.
Entry to the Award is complimentary and entries close at:
4.00pm on Friday 17 February 2012.
Nominate your projects now ! Click here
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