2020 - Page 9 of 20 - Get Building

Wellbeing and Nature Top of the Interiors Agenda

With research proving our built environment has a significant effect on our overall wellbeing, there has been a steady increase in the use of decorative timber in homes in recent years, with home owners searching for a deeper connection to earth and nature indoors. The…

Jul 23, 2020

Procurement changes for works to further boost local businesses

The WA Government will implement changes to procurement of works contracts from today (July 22 2020) to make it easier for local businesses to work with government agencies.

Jul 22, 2020

Safer roads hustle as Bussell Highway tenders called

Travel in Western Australia’s south-west will soon be safer and easier with tenders called to deliver Stage 1 of the Bussell Highway duplication.

Jul 21, 2020

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JobKeeper Payment Extension

The Property Council of Australia has welcomed the extension of the JobKeeper payment for a further six months to March 2021.

Jul 21, 2020

Work begins on hi-tech TAFE construction training centre

Students and residents in Lilydale are a step closer to having a world-class construction training centre, with work on the project under way, thanks to the Victorian Government.

Jul 21, 2020

From the Mediterranean to Blue Lagoon

Expert renovators Kyal and Kara Demmrich have wrapped up their latest project – a three-bedroom family home and studio just metres from Blue Lagoon beach on the Central Coast of NSW. Drawing inspiration from a frangipani tree in the front yard of a small fibro…

Jul 21, 2020

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Major pier upgrades to create jobs and boost economy

A construction blitz on piers and jetties around the state will create vital new jobs as the state rebuilds from the coronavirus pandemic and provide a long term boost the fishing, aquaculture and tourism industries.

Jul 21, 2020

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EPBC single touch approval: sensible and long overdue reform

The Property Council of Australia has strongly welcomed the Federal Government’s response to the interim report into Australia’s environmental protection legislation.

Jul 20, 2020

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Construction to commence on new car park, Sir Roden Cutler Park Dubbo

Construction of the new car park at Sir Roden Cutler Park, in West Dubbo is scheduled to commence today, Monday 20 July 2020, providing 44 car spaces, including disabled parking.The new car park is a major component of the My Community Grant Project that includes…

Jul 20, 2020

Bringing the Hamptons style to everyday Australians

The Hamptons style is becoming increasingly popular for homes nationwide, particularly as it suits the Australian climate. Nowhere is it more at home than in Queensland, as the population lives on the coast. The Hamptons look is reminiscent of the style of Queensland homes, making…

Jul 17, 2020

JobTrainer package provides certainty for apprentices: HIA

HIA has welcomed the announcement by the Federal Government of the $2 billion JobTrainer package, which includes an extension of the vital Supporting Apprentices and Trainees wage subsidy until March 2021.

Jul 16, 2020

COVID-19 keeps property industry confidence down

COVID-19 is keeping property industry confidence at a near-record low level despite an improvement in sentiment for the September 2020 quarter.

Jul 16, 2020