Master Builders ACT Related Articles - Latest News

Canberra houses harder to build as costs soar

Local Newstime Media - May 5, 2026

Primara Research says the ACT is now the most expensive place in Australia to build a detached house, pushing developers toward apartments.

Rising costs threaten ACT housing momentum, industry warns

Local Newstime Media - May 1, 2026

The ACT is on track to exceed its housing supply targets, but rising inflation and construction costs put pressure on housing affordability.

Federal, ACT governments strike $250m housing deal

Local Newstime Media - April 20, 2026

The ACT and Commonwealth governments have struck a $250M housing deal to deliver 4,900 Canberra homes, including 1,700 for first home buyers.

ACT to adopt new National Construction Code in 2027

Local Newstime Media - April 7, 2026

The ACT will delay mandatory adoption of the new National Construction Code (NCC) 2025 until May 2027.

Master Builders ACT: Worst year for construction in nearly 20 years

Local Newstime Media - March 28, 2026

2024–25 is the worst year for the ACT’s home building industry in two decades, and building and construction face a challenging future.

Missing middle reforms for Canberra

Local Newstime Media - March 25, 2026

Planning minister Chris Steel MLA introduced the Planning (Missing Middle Housing) Amendment Bill 2026 this week.

ACT Government consults on licensing more construction trades

Local Newstime Media - March 11, 2026

The ACT Government is seeking public feedback on plans to extend trade licensing to currently unregulated construction trades.

Master Builders ACT calls for structural reform

Local Newstime Media - February 20, 2026

The building and construction peak industry body published its submission to the ACT Government’s 2026–27 budget today.

Master Builders’ response to the ACT’s housing crisis

Local Newstime Media - February 12, 2026

In the face of a housing shortage, Master Builders ACT called for reforms that cut red tape and boost housing supply to be fast-tracked.

ACT mid-year budget update: Deficit to halve, says government

Local Newstime Media - February 5, 2026

The ACT budget deficit is forecast to improve by $632 million, the ACT Government announced in its mid-year budget update.

ACT’s ‘Missing Middle’ housing reforms move a step closer

Local Newstime Media - October 28, 2025

Canberra's 'missing middle' reforms aim to boost housing options with more townhouses and low-rise apartments for all.

2026 Charity House project: A home built with community spirit

Local Newstime Media - October 20, 2025

Funds raised from the home’s auction will go to local charities supporting Canberrans in need, focusing on victim-survivors of violence.

ACT falls more than 2,000 homes short of housing target

Local Newstime Media - October 17, 2025

Master Builders concerned: the ACT delivered less than half of what we need to build to stay on track with the Housing Accord.

ACT bushfire season begins

Local Newstime Media - October 1, 2025

Also: More ACT construction apprentices dropping out than finishing. Developer licencing scheme opens to raise building standards.

Calvary settlement finalised, rent relief petition tabled

Local Newstime Media - September 2, 2025

ACT Government under pressure over rent relief, schools, budget, services, and housing.

ANU ends involuntary redundancies

Local Newstime Media - August 21, 2025

Greens allege caretaker rules breach. Molonglo emergency services station on track. Master Builders’ centenary. Investment in UC Capitals.

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