April 2018 - Get Building

New AAC product launched in Australia: MaxiFloor©

Big River Group has expanded its AAC offering with MaxiFloor, a new Autoclaved Aerated Concrete flooring product that provides a superior flooring solution by utilising its strength and excellent airborne noise transmission properties resulting in a quiet floor without the squeakiness, bounce and flex that…

Apr 30, 2018

Powerhouse Museum to relocate to Western Sydney

The Powerhouse Museum will completely relocate to stunning new premises in Parramatta, and will be the largest museum in NSW when doors open to visitors in 2023.

Apr 30, 2018

New house sales fall for third consecutive month

“Detached house sales fell again in March 2018 – meaning that declines have occurred in each of the first three months of 2018,” commented HIA Senior Economist Shane Garrett.

Apr 30, 2018

Making Victorian buildings safer

Victorians living in high rise buildings will be better protected from the threat of deadly cladding fires, with more inspections than ever before.

Apr 30, 2018

Negative gearing supports renters and housing affordability

“Reports in The Australian on ATO data shows that almost two thirds of investors are on an average income of less than $80,000,” said HIA’s Principal Economist, Tim Reardon.

Apr 27, 2018

Biggest Matagarup Bridge arch being raised

The first component of the central arch for Matagarup Bridge – which will reach 72 metres above water level – started being lifted into place.

Apr 27, 2018

Smart Cities Readiness Challenge launched for government in Australia and New Zealand

The Smart Cities Council, the world’s largest smart cities network, will award benefits to up to fifteen communities in Australia and New Zealand looking to accelerate their smart city initiatives. The application deadline is May 28th, 2018, and the program is available for all communities…

Apr 27, 2018

Home completions record smashed

The NSW Government has smashed the record for the number of Sydney homes built in a 12-month-period than ever before, bursting through the 40,000 completions barrier for the first time in the city’s history.

Apr 26, 2018

SlimStone : strong, weatherproof and frost-free keypad

Locinox extends its product range of outdoor access control solutions with the brand-new SlimStone keypad. Emphasizing on quality, durability, ease of installation and an elegant design.

Apr 26, 2018

GlobeWest Furniture opens flagship Brisbane Showroom

Melbourne furniture brand GlobeWest has completely transformed its Brisbane Showroom, thoughtfully refurbishing the interior and doubling its size to over 800 square metres.

Apr 26, 2018

Greater protection for property owners against unsafe cladding

Property owners with unsafe external cladding now have the right to get repairs done for up to six years after the building is completed.

Apr 24, 2018

Hamptons inspired backyard

With the growing trend of outdoor living and alfresco entertaining, it’s no surprise that the Hamptons style is one of the biggest trends in 2018. With land sizes shrinking, acres of manicured lawns that we typically associate with Hamptons may not be possible, but homeowners…

Apr 24, 2018