MBA welcomes land release by Federal Government and Defence

04 February 2026

Master Builders Australia (MBA) commends the decision by the Federal Government to release underutilised sites under the Defence portfolio following an independent audit.

This will create more opportunities to increase housing supply and MBA encourages the Federal Government to prioritise housing developments when deciding future land uses for these sites.

MBA CEO Denita Wawn said today that all levels of Government have a role to play in ensuring Government land is utilised to its fullest potential for the community.

“It is common sense to put these 67 underutilised sites to work and MBA continues to call for other Government departments, federal and state, to follow suit.

“We have long advocated the need to release more Commonwealth land and commend the Government for their forward-thinking announcement.

“Identifying even more opportunities for land release will go a long way in tackling the housing crisis,” concluded Ms Wawn.

Media contact: Dylan Hafey, Media Advisor

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