Master Builders strives to be the preferred commentator and information source for building and construction industry issues within Queensland.

Faced with the challenges of communicating the complexities of the building and construction industry to the community and industry, we pride ourselves on consistently delivering a united voice on behalf of our members and the broader industry.

Sold-out Awards night showcases Brisbane construction’s best & brightest

An iconic project spanning four city blocks, a breathtaking home embedded into its lush hillside environs, and an architectural multi-residential masterpiece have taken top honours at the 2025 Brisbane Housing & Construction Awards.

26 July 2025

Industry icons shine bright as Downs & Western kicks off Awards season

From breathtaking new builds that celebrate local landscapes, to bold renovations, vital community work, and game-changing individuals—the 2025 Downs & Western Housing & Construction Awards were nothing short of extraordinary.

18 July 2025

Industry cautiously optimistic on housing approvals gains

Queensland is inching closer to hitting government housing targets, but meaningful progress will depend on lifting productivity and addressing workforce shortages.

17 July 2025

Statement: Report into culture of Queensland union

Quotes attributable to Master Builders CEO, Paul Bidwell."Master Builders supports the strong action by Administrator Mark Irving KC in releasing the report by Geoffrey Watson SC, uncovering a culture of violence cultivated and carried out by certain members of the Queensland branch of the CFMEU.

9 July 2025

Industry backs Budget focus on housing and skills as crisis continues

The building and construction industry has welcomed the Crisafulli Government’s first budget, applauding its strong focus on housing and addressing the workforce shortage.

25 June 2025

Queensland’s 2025–26 Budget needed to reshape housing and industry

The building and construction industry is sending a clear message to the state government: the 2025–26 Queensland State Budget must be transformative.

23 June 2025

Approvals decline as industry pushes for productivity overhaul

A worrying plunge in approvals of new homes across Queensland has industry again urging government to make productivity priority one in the race to reach ambitious housing targets.

10 June 2025

Building approvals slump highlights need for bold productivity action

The latest regional building approvals figures show a sharp rise in the number of units given the green light across Queensland – but a closer look reveals the real story.

19 May 2025

Industry applauds stamp duty axe – but more reform needed to boost housing supply

Master Builders welcomes the new laws abolishing stamp duty on new homes for first home buyers, which kick in today (1 May).

1 May 2025

Skills shortage threatens to stall Queensland’s construction future

Building approvals for new houses and units have plummeted again across the majority of the state, with industry leaders spotlighting a critical skills shortage threatening to stall construction further.

16 April 2025

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