Welcome to Build Australia

12 Jun, 2026

Victoria to deliver lower rents, longer leases under new rules

The Victorian government is delivering cheaper rent and increased security for thousands of low-to-moderate-income households with new settings for the state’s Affordable Housing Rental Scheme. The new par... more
11 Jun, 2026

Steel market distortion and competition worsen as subsidies surge

A major report from the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development has confirmed what Australian steel fabricators have long argued: a worsening global glut of heavily subsidised steel is distorting... more
09 Jun, 2026

Perth’s western suburbs to modernise century-old planning legislation

The Western Australian government has revealed plans to modernise century-old planning legislation, a move designed to cut through redundant red tape and streamline development processes in Perth’s western su... more
08 Jun, 2026

NSW land audit identifies underutilised sites to grow housing pipeline

The New South Wales government has identified nine surplus and underutilised state-owned sites to deliver more than 670 new homes, boosting its multi-billion-dollar housing pipeline. The latest tranche of pr... more

Victoria to deliver lower rents, longer leases under new rules

12 Jun, 2026
Steel market distortion and competition worsen as subsidies surge

11 Jun, 2026
Perth’s western suburbs to modernise century-old planning legislation

09 Jun, 2026
NSW land audit identifies underutilised sites to grow housing pipeline

08 Jun, 2026

NSW pushes modular technology to tackle housing crisis

Victoria introduces sweeping property reforms for townhouse owners, buyers and renters

MBA warns of significant housing shortfall and economic impact

Melbourne’s vacant office buildings could be answer to housing shortage

Empty offices could help fix housing crisis

Projects

Construction underway for Albury Entertainment Centre Convention Wing redevelopment

11 Jun, 2026

Work has begun on a major redevelopment of the Albury Entertainment Centre’s Convention Wing in New South Wales, marking a milestone for the Border region’s cultural and visitor economy. The extensive refurbishment will expand the existing Convention Wing, adding modern pre-function spaces, offices, and meeting rooms. The upgrade will feature an enhanced theatrette, a new loading dock, a... more

Stage one complete at Bendigo business park precinct

11 Jun, 2026

TW Projects expands into Melbourne with Rockbank project

11 Jun, 2026

New Plus Studio tool reveals greater potential for adaptive reuse in Melbourne

11 Jun, 2026

As project volumes increase, builders and homeowners face growing pressure to get site preparation, drainage and compliance right from the start to reduce future building defects. Australia is ramping up regional housing delivery through major infrastructure investment and ambitious growth targets. However, water-related failures remained the construction industry's biggest defect risk. Unders... more

Provision of adequate site facilities key for worker health and safety

05 Jun, 2026

The three childcare centre design priorities owners and developers need to address

26 May, 2026

Designing childcare centres for lease — 3 things owners/developers need to know

Grade control transitions from premium add-on to standard equipment

22 May, 2026

Events

Mixed-Use Precinct & Placemaking Summit

28 August 2024

The Mixed-Use Precinct & Placemaking Summit, taking place on August 28th in Sydney, will bring together developers, landlords, investors, city government officials, urban planners, and the AEC sector to discuss successful mixed-use precinct models and placemaking strategies. From public-private partnerships to regenerative design and social housing, mixed-use developments are reshaping our... more

BuildTech Week 2027

6 Apr 2027-7 Apr 2027