S & R Building & Construction wins the prestigious 2026 HIA Northern Territory Home of the Year award
S & R Building & Construction won the 2026 HIA Northern Territory Home of the Year award. The award was presented at the HIA NT Housing and Kitchen & Bathroom Awards at Mindil Beach Resort on Friday 30 October.
Who won the 2026 HIA Northern Territory Home of the Year award?
Mainly relevant to NT builders, designers and kitchen and bathroom specialists. It shows who is winning recognition in the local market, but it has no direct effect on costs, rules or daily operations.
Key takeaways
- S & R Building & Construction won the 2026 HIA Northern Territory Home of the Year award.
- The awards were held at Mindil Beach Resort on Friday 30 October.
- The event covered NT housing as well as kitchen and bathroom categories.
- Residential builders, designers and manufacturers from across the Territory attended.
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