Craig Jennion
@HIA_Hunter
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Housing Industry Association Executive Director - Hunter, Spokesperson of Residential Housing Industry in the Hunter & Central Coast NSW
Newcastle NSW
Joined September 2014
We are back to the old housing policy strategy of blame investors, blame foreigners and then blame foreign investors. Anything but recognising that the problem is government. https://t.co/S8CihrLYrQ via @LinkedIn
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Housing is not a zero-sum game and treating it like one is making the problem worse Much of Australia’s housing debate has drifted into an unhelpful binary: first home buyers versus investors. The...
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October is National Safe Work Month – a cornerstone of HIA’s commitment to this was the launch of our inaugural national Safety Summit in our Newcastle office today. The Summit focused on measures that assist industry ensure that worksites are safe.
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Hunter builders cement position among nation’s largest. 3 leading builders based in the Hunter region have once again been ranked among the largest residential builders in the nation according to the HIA-@COLORBONDsteel Housing 100 Report for 2024/25. https://t.co/eaLlYPT5au
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Three leading builders based in the Hunter region have once again been ranked among the largest residential builders in the nation according to the Housing Industry Association (HIA) -COLORBOND®...
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Its about time: Why a 5 per cent deposit will lower home prices. https://t.co/yQuf7T0ce1
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Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) isn’t the worst housing policy, but this week’s announcement by the Minister for Housing, Claire O’Neil MP, will lower rental prices, increase the supply of homes,...
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Working toward building 1.2 million homes. HIA forecasts show that recent policy announcements will see more than 1 million new homes commencing construction over the next five years, HIA Chief Economist, Tim Reardon. https://t.co/86EyEkw6Au
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HIA forecasts show that recent policy announcements will see more than 1 million new homes commencing construction over the next five years
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The expansion of the Home Guarantee Scheme announced by the Minister for Housing, Clare O’Neil MP, to take effect from 1 October 2025, will reduce the time to save a deposit by up to four years. https://t.co/AnuFmtXU4x
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The expansion of the Home Guarantee Scheme announced by the Minister for Housing, Clare O’Neil MP, to take effect from 1 October 2025, will reduce the time to save a deposit by up to four years
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A range of codes were on display today as staff showed their support for Jersey Day Whilst I doubt we can sing like the Jerseys Boys, it was great to begin the conversation about the importance of organ donation Make a difference: https://t.co/5Mf19WcKx6
#jerseydayau #DonateLife
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It was a great to have a site visit to the carpentry workshop at @tafensw Belmont yesterday to see where theory in the classroom combines with hands on training to develop the skills our industry needs. Are you interested in hiring an apprentice? Visit: https://t.co/eWeZoQniFP
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The burden of regulation related to building, planning and approvals is adding cost, and delays which is impacting our ability to supply the homes we need, HIA’s Managing Director Jocelyn Martin. https://t.co/OKzCFaX4KN
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The Housing Industry Association (HIA) is pleased to see the announcement for action on red tape and approvals made by Minister for Housing Homelessness and Cities Clare O’Neil. “The burden of...
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We are excited to announce that Adapt Building are our 2nd of 2 Hunter members shortlisted as a FINALIST in the 2025 HIA Australian GreenSmart Awards. This time in the competitive Custom Built Home category, partnered by @COLORBONDsteel. Wishing you well! #HIAGreenSmartAwards
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Congratulations to HIA members Buildsmart Constructions for being named a finalist in this Friday’s 2025 HIA Australian GreenSmart Awards! 👏 Their impressive project in Newcastle is a standout example of sustainable architecture! Explore the project: 🔗 https://t.co/dUC8mtWOsf
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As an industry association whose members are embedded in the Hunter & Mid North Coast communities, @HIA_au welcomes the $50 million Housing Support Package announced by the Albanese & Minns Governments. https://t.co/J9HDJXaIIs
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As an industry association whose members are embedded in the Hunter and Mid North Coast communities, HIA welcomes the $50 million Housing Support Package announced by the Albanese and Minns Governm...
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The completion of the rezoning of 4 government-owned sites at Broadmeadow provides an exciting opportunity for Newcastle. The announcement that new planning controls will enable up to 3,200 homes is the starting gun our sector has been eagerly awaiting. https://t.co/4Ibeeg0diy
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What’s stopping new homes from being built faster and more affordably? It’s not just materials or labour - it’s the approvals system. Our One House, One Approval report outlines 5 practical changes that could speed up timelines https://t.co/05kZztupcm
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Home ownership is the bricks and mortar that has helped Australia build a stable and vibrant society, but the opportunity to own a home in Australia is a challenge.
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Become a HIA Hunter 2025 Awards Judge If you think you have the knowledge and the passion to be part of highlighting your industry’s best, then enquire now about being an awards judge No previous judging experience is necessary. Nominate yourself today https://t.co/H96b99iNVB
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Spending time onsite with @HIA_au members John & Trevor of Kingston Building last week provided insights on how materials, trades & timelines come together. Thanks gents, it was great to see what best practice looks like in the field. #HIAMember #OnsiteLearning
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Foreign capital exodus deepens housing deficit. Australia cannot build 1.2 million new homes in five years while taxing the capital that is necessary to build those homes, HIA Chief Economist, Tim Reardon. https://t.co/MS6rQqn7xn
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Australia cannot build 1.2 million new homes in five years while taxing the capital that is necessary to build those homes
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The rain has stopped and we are all prepared so join us at the @HIA_au Newcastle HOMESHOW - 10am-3pm today. ~ Free Entry ~Over 100 businesses onsite ~Chance to win a Stone package worth $20,000 courtesy of Edstein ~Entertainment for all ages https://t.co/TgeK1CVSg2
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The current storm conditions in NSW can wreak havoc on building sites & can raise concerns from owners of completed homes. I urge all members to exercise caution & to stay safe over the next few days. HIA has a range of resources that may of assistance. https://t.co/7os79Q55Nx
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It's fantastic to be at the @HIA_au National Conference with Hunter members. At the Business Building Sessions partnered by @JamesHardie we learnt a lot. It great to now head to lunch with Hunter President Kaine Tarlinton, Vice Pres Rodney Tullipan and local member Greg Wells
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