Garage doors that are secure, strong & beautiful
Your garage door is usually one of the most visible features of your home, so it’s important that it looks the part.
MBA national survey results show need to fast track project pipeline
The results of the latest Master Builders Australia’s National Survey of Building & Construction show that Australia’s builders are feeling the chill from the weaker conditions now facing the industry,” commented MBA Chief Economist Shane Garrett.
How to add a natural element to a living space with Liam Coffee Tables
Satara has an extensive and constantly expanding range of designer coffee tables and in June 2019 sees the introduction of the new marble Liam Coffee Tables.
Lending for new home building eased in April 2019
“Home lending figures released by the ABS show the number of loans to households building new homes continued to fall in April (2019),” said HIA’s Senior Economist, Geordan Murray.
Delivery of affordable housing a priority
“A commitment to support the delivery of affordable housing on surplus Commonwealth land offers a first insight into the new federal Housing Minister Michael Sukkar’s housing supply agenda,” said HIA Chief Executive Industry Policy, Kristin Brookfield.
Housing affordability the best since 2016
Australia’s average housing affordability is the best it has been since 2016 with property in some cities and regions the most attainable it has been in decades, according to new ANZCoreLogic research.
Construction falls at steepest rate in six years
The Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI®) dropped a further 2.2 points to 40.4 in May 2019 – a ninth consecutive month of contraction and its steepest rate of decline in six years (readings below 50 indicate contraction in…
What causes rising damp?
Rising Damp in buildings occurs when water from the ground rises up through the bricks and mortar of a building by capillary action.
Top 3 signs of rising damp
There is a lot of confusion around Rising Damp. Many people confuse rising damp with other signs of moisture in their building, like a leaking roof for example.
Commonwealth Bank home loan interest rate change
Commonwealth Bank announced it will reduce interest rates on Standard Variable Rate (SVR) home loans by 0.25% per annum.
State, Territory Governments must seize opportunity presented by RBA rate cut
“The opportunity to get the housing market moving again has never been greater. State and territory governments must grab it,” Master Builders Australia’s Chief Economist Shane Garrett said.
Historic university’s new gateway to learning
The new Learning & Teaching building has been unveiled at Monash University’s Clayton campus, creating a dynamic educational environment and striking entrance to the historic campus.