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The importance of building inspections & strata reports

Whether first home buyer, seasoned investor or renovation sensation, purchasing a property can be daunting. From choosing a suitable location to finding a property that fits the requirements, the last thing on a buyer’s mind is a building inspection or strata report. However, it should…

May 11, 2018

Great buildings start with great products

There is a building boom going on in many capital cities in Australia and it seems that almost everywhere you look, cranes dot the horizon. Building is great for the economy and there are currently $4.8 billion worth of projects under construction in Sydney with…

May 11, 2018

Melbourne tree data visualisation grows overseas

When Greg More undertook a data visualisation of Melbourne’s 70,000 trees he never thought the project would take him to London’s iconic Victoria and Albert museum.

May 11, 2018

SmartSpace Kit home electrical components

What are the defects?

May 10, 2018

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…

May 9, 2018

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.

May 9, 2018

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…

May 8, 2018

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.

May 8, 2018

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.

May 8, 2018

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.

May 3, 2018

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.

May 3, 2018

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.

May 2, 2018

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