Federal and Tasmania housing deal welcomed by Master Builders

21 April 2026

Master Builders Australia and Master Builders Tasmania welcome today’s announcement by the Federal and Tasmanian Governments to deliver 4,000 homes, including up to 2,101 homes exclusively for first home buyers, across the island.

The deal includes increases to civil and enabling infrastructure investment following persistent advocacy from Master Builders.

Quotes attributed to Denita Wawn, Master Builders Australia CEO.

“Builders welcome this deal following comparable ones announced in South Australia as well as the ACT and we look forward to others. Master Builders Australia appreciates the determination shown by both levels of government to build more homes.

“With the federal budget fast approaching, we call on the Federal Government to back up this critical uplift of enabling infrastructure up with a boost for our skilled workforce, a 25 per cent red tape reduction, and a decrease in housing taxes.

“What builders can’t afford is a hike on housing taxes through changes to CGT and negative gearing. Supply side policy will improve housing affordability by growing the stock, not simply shifting demand around.”

Quotes attributed to Jenna Cairney, Master Builders Tasmania CEO.

“Whether roads, sewage, water or transport systems, it is all critical to bringing more Tasmanian homes online faster. When this deal is executed, it will support Tasmanian builders from home building to civil construction flowing onto non‑residential activity.

“Master Builders’ recently released forecasts predicted an almost 14,000‑home shortfall against Tasmania’s share of the National Housing Accord. The industry appreciates these proactive steps towards closing that gap.

“Master Builders Tasmania remains focused on what matters to local builders, as they remain determined to get more and more projects off the ground.

Media contact: Dylan Hafey, Media Advisor

0497 330 064 | dylan.hafey@masterbuilders.com.au