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NSW Fair Trading Building Inspectors are in the middle of a four-day compliance operation on the mid-north coast of NSW, checking tradespeople are appropriately licensed and that work is being done to the appropriate standards. So far in Forster they have found a reasonable level of compliance however there are still traders out there that do … Continued
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One of the largest providers of affordable rental housing in NSW, Hume Community Housing, is responding to the housing crisis, today announcing they will expand their footprint to the Central Coast following a significant land purchase in Wyong. Hume has purchased a 3,160m2 block on Jennings Road and will look to build up to 20 townhouses offering both Social and Affordable … Continued
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Designing buildings with solar cleverly incorporated into the design has just become easier, thanks to software developed at RMIT University. Building-integrated photovoltaics, or BIPV, are building features such as roof tiles, cladding and windows that double as solar panels. Depending on the dwelling, BIPVs can cover a greater area of a building, generating solar energy … Continued
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The Australian and US Defence Departments will spend over $6 billion in the Northern Territory, creating a surge in economic growth and jobs in the Northern Territory, according to a new independent report. Chief Executive of Master Builders Northern Territory Ben Carter said, “This is a multibillion-dollar partnership between the Australian and US Defence Departments … Continued
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The peak building and construction industry association, Master Builders Australia, welcomed the release of Jobs and Skills Australia’s Towards a National Jobs and Skills Roadmap. Master Builders Australia CEO Denita Wawn said this roadmap is a valuable vehicle for the Government’s ambitious skills and workforce goals and what is needed now. “Vocational education and training … Continued
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Master Builders Australia has used its submission to the Senate Education and Employment Legislation Committee Closing Loopholes Bill 2023 inquiry to provide detailed analysis of the serious and damaging consequences on the building and construction industry. “Make no mistake, this Bill is not about closing loopholes and is littered with far-reaching implications that go well … Continued
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Industry New Discover the Game-Changer Transforming the Australian Steel Industry! Are you ready to witness a game-changer in the Australian steel industry? UniCote® Steel’s bold rebrand and groundbreaking solutions are reshaping the landscape of Australian architecture and design, one coloured coil at a time. Here’s the scoop on UniCote® Steel’s mission to shake up the … Continued
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INDUSTRY NEWS UniCote®: A Rising Force in the Australian Steel Industry UniCote®, the Australian leader in premium coloured steel solutions, is making waves in the steel industry with a dynamic brand refresh and a groundbreaking market offer that challenges conventions. Click here for our industry announcement or keep reading for all the highlights Key Highlights: … Continued
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By Michael Fisher, Managing Director, Boon Edam Australia Many people are familiar with the “Stack Effect” or “Chimney Effect” of energy losses occurring in their homes. It takes place when warm air rises in a house and cold air enters to replace it (or vice-versa, with conditioned cool air displacing downwards in summer). … Continued
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The Australian Bureau of Statistics August Building Approvals and Home Lending data is showing early signs of improvement but is still below the adequate levels required to boost much-needed housing supply. Master Builders Australia CEO Denita Wawn said the Government must not take its foot off the accelerator when it comes to tackling the … Continued
