Budget boost for builders
Overall the Budget will boost confidence in the building and construction industry.
Month: May 2018
Building Australian landmarks for a century
Hansen Yuncken, one of Australia’s leading construction companies, is celebrating 100 years of delivering outstanding commercial and institutional projects across the nation.
Federal Budget improves Victoria’s share of national infrastructure spend
The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry has welcomed the investment in Victorian infrastructure in the 2018-19 Federal Budget.
Federal Budget: Cause for optimism with delivery challenges
“The Federal Budget will give business and the community confidence for the future and is cause for optimism. The very significant tax contribution in 2018 from business has created room to move on tax relief, infrastructure and deficit reduction,” Mr Innes Willox, Chief Executive of…
Infrastructure for sustainable growth
“Home buyers and the housing industry will benefit from the steady path that the Budget has plotted for the economy and our cities,” stated HIA’s Senior Economist, Geordan Murray.
Add a touch of corten to your garden
You may not have heard of corten steel, but chances are you’ve seen it. Its characteristic weathered look and rusty orange colouring make corten easy to spot. Also known as weathering steel and COR-TEN steel, it is a favourite of architects and artists alike. Now…
Lighting control with the power of voice command
Until recently, voice-based lighting control was a futuristic idea. However, technology is finally at a point where voice control is becoming accessible for every Australian home.
Improve energy efficiency in your home with Cowdroy Weather Seals
Energy usage and sustainability is a growing concern in Australia, with home energy consumption a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions. According to Your Energy Savings, on average across Australia, 40 per cent of the energy used at home is for heating and cooling.
Non-residential construction drives April growth
The national construction industry expanded for a 15th consecutive month in April, with the Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) easing slightly by 1.8 points to 55.4 (readings above 50 indicate expansion in activity, with the distance from 50…
Population helps maintain healthy building approvals
“New dwelling approvals have strengthened in Australia’s population and economic hotspots,” explained Shane Garrett, HIA’s Senior Economist.
Work starts on new Wonthaggi Secondary College
South Gippsland secondary students are a step closer to getting a new school with world-class facilities, with construction now underway on the rebuild of Wonthaggi Secondary College.
Australian Industry Group welcomes renewed commitment to manufacturing
“Ai Group commends the Queensland Government’s release of a clear and systematic response to the Productivity Commission inquiry into the State’s manufacturing industry and welcomes its commitment to implement most of Commission’s recommendations,” Ai Group Queensland Head, Shane Rodgers, said.