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The latest data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) shows some patchy areas of recovery; however, the building and construction industry remains on high alert as high-profile insolvencies send shockwaves through an industry doing it tough. With the industry just starting to get back onto an even keel, now is not the time to rock the boat.

Queensland is falling behind in the race to build new homes in a further sign that there is no relief in sight for the state’s crippling housing crisis, with industry commentators fearing it will get worse before it gets better.

The country’s best builders in residential, commercial and civil construction were celebrated at the Master Builders National Excellence in Building and Construction Awards 2022.

Building a home in Queensland is set to become even more challenging in 2023 as the reality of interest rate hikes, soaring costs and regulatory change sets in.

Designed for homeowners wanting to have family living that embraces connection and outdoor living, the Master Builders’ Village Green display village opens at Palmview on the Sunshine Coast on Saturday, 3 December.

The Housing Summit has been a great opportunity to make a difference to Queensland’s housing crisis but new housing initiatives will be moot unless major issues facing the industry are addressed.

A three-level waterfront home, luxury city residential towers and a modern golf course family residence scored top marks at the 2022 Master Builders Queensland Housing & Construction Awards.

Local builders took top honours at this year’s Master Builders North Queensland 2022 Housing & Construction Awards.

From aspirational homes to state-of-the-art education facilities, Far North builders proved their skill and craftsmanship are nothing short of world-class, no matter the project, at the 2022 Housing & Construction Awards.

Local builders showcased excellence and innovation at this year’s Master Builders Mackay & Whitsunday Housing & Construction Awards, with exciting homes, projects and people receiving awards.