HIA calls for urgent reform of Tasmania's Protection Work framework
HIA is urging the Tasmanian Government to overhaul its Protection Work framework, saying the current rules cause project delays, raise costs, and put builders at unfair risk.
How is Tasmania's Protection Work framework causing delays and extra costs for builders?
Builders in Tasmania face direct impact through project slowdowns and increased financial exposure under the current framework.
Key takeaways
- HIA is calling for urgent reform of Tasmania's Protection Work framework.
- The current system is causing unnecessary project delays for Tasmanian builders.
- Builders face increased costs and unreasonable risk under the existing rules.
- The HIA has directed its reform call directly at the Tasmanian Government.
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