Building 2027
Join us for our next Weathertex Wednesday Live Webinar featuring special guest speaker Tim Reardon, Chief Economist at the Housing Industry Association (HIA).
As 2026 draws to a close, attention is turning to what lies ahead for Australia's housing and residential construction industry. Housing supply, affordability, construction activity, interest rates, costs and changing market conditions will all influence the projects that move forward in 2027.
In this special end-of-year session, Tim will reflect on the key trends that shaped 2026 and share HIA's outlook for 2027. We'll look at the national and state-by-state picture, the changing mix of housing being built and what the year ahead could mean for builders, architects, designers, specifiers, manufacturers and the wider residential construction industry.
Together, Weathertex and HIA will discuss:
• Where Australia's residential construction market stands as 2026 draws to a close
• HIA's forecast for housing and construction activity in 2027
• The state-by-state outlook and where residential activity is expected to be concentrated
• The outlook for detached, medium-density and multi-residential housing
• Housing supply, affordability and the pressures influencing construction costs
• What changing market conditions could mean for architects, designers and specifiers
• The trends the building industry should be watching as we move into 2027
Hosted by Jason O'Hagan, Managing Director of Weathertex, this relaxed conversational webinar will include live audience Q&A.
CPD: Attendees will receive 1 x Informal CPD Point certificate via email following the webinar.
Guest Speaker
Tim Reardon joined HIA in 2004 as the Executive Director Government Relations working on the Housing Affordability summit in the lead up to the federal election. Tim then took on the role of Executive Director Tasmania until 2007. During this time a builders licensing regime was introduced including reforms to home owners warranty and HIA warded off an increase in energy efficiency standards in new homes.
After leaving HIA, Tim then represented the automotive manufacturers during the industry review of 2008 gaining $4.8 billion in industry assistance. He represented the electricity generators through the introduction and repeal of the carbon price in 2012 and also worked as a consultant for a number of other industry groups and companies on federal policy matters.
Tim re-joined HIA as Chief Economist in 2017, heading up the HIA Economics team.
Presenter
Jason O'Hagon
Managing Director
With over 35 years in the building industry, Jason O’Hagan brings a wealth of experience, particularly during his 11- year tenure as Managing Director at Weathertex. His dedication lies in offering accessible, sustainable cladding and building solutions to the construction sector. Over the years, he has witnessed the business flourish, thanks to enduring practices implemented since its inception. Committed to delivering transparency and the most eco-friendly cladding materials, Jason ensures customers receive top-notch products aligned with sustainability goals.
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