Industry Body: UDIA

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The Urban Development Institute of Australia is the development industry’s most broadly representative industry association.

Canberra stamp duty concession expansion.

Canberra expands exemption for off-the-plan stamp duty

From November 27, Canberran homebuyers will not have to pay stamp duty on off-the-plan apartment or townhouses valued up to $800,000.
michael blythe downsizer talks at udia wa event 2023

Downsizing remains a challenge for asset rich, cash poor older Australians

The conversation around housing diversity includes getting the right size homes for older Australians.
housing accord at risk of failure

New South Wales will struggle to meet National Housing Accord targets

The ABS’ latest data shows a fall in dwelling commencements, indicating low odds for the delivery of the National Housing Accord.
Pyrmont Street.

Australian property market wrap: 17 October 2023

Today’s mix spans an apartment building in Surry Hills, a historic store on Pyrmont Street, a Melbourne development site, and more.
col dutton appointed udia national president 2023 september 2023

Col Dutton appointed UDIA National President

He has served as National Vice President for the past four years.
Australian property market wrap 29 September 2023

Australian property market wrap: 29 September 2023

From the city to the regions, today’s wrap spans shopping centres and developments across the nation.
White Paper Jobs and Opportunities unveiled.

Federal Government unveils roadmap for stronger labour market

Treasurer, Jim Chalmers, recently unveiled the Working Future white paper.
NSW state budget 2023-24

New South Wales State Budget 2023 delivers over $2B for housing and infrastructure

The introduction of a $2.2B Housing and Infrastructure plan emerges as a significant move to alleviate the state’s housing crisis. 
Parliament HAFF bill to pass.

Housing Australia Future Fund set to finally pass parliament following extensive negotiations

The $10 billion package is one aspect of a larger housing reform agenda.
Industry bodies issue statements approving National Cabinet’s pledge to build 1.2M more homes

Industry bodies approve of National Cabinet’s pledge to build 1.2M more homes

Most industry bodies praised the National Cabinet’s plan to build more housing as the right way to address the housing and rental crisis.

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