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Net zero energy homes to save homeowners on energy costs

On behalf of the Australian Government, the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced $784,000 in funding to Mirvac Victoria Pty Ltd (Mirvac) to trial their ‘net zero energy’ housing estate in the Melbourne suburb of Altona North.
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Zero Energy Homes the way of the future

Net Zero Energy Homes in Melbourne, Townsville, Canberra and Perth housing developments have been validated as achievable and affordable, but highlighted a market slow to pick up on easy opportunities for improved energy efficiency and thermal comfort.
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Designing for comfort

Australia is subject to extreme weather and climate variability. In 2016, the Bureau of Meteorology (BOM) noted that temperatures have increased by approximately 1°C each year since 1910. The resulting rise in temperatures has driven consumer preference for energy saving solutions that offer maximum functionality.
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Built environment can drive energy efficiency gains

Greater energy efficiency gains in the built environment is the big opportunity hiding in plain sight to help Australia meet its emissions reduction targets and cut energy costs for households and businesses.
eventApr 17, 2019
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COAG needs to lead way on energy performance standards

The Property Council of Australia has welcomed the combined statement from a coalition of consumer and welfare organisations calling for stronger action by COAG energy ministers on minimum energy performance standards for new homes.
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Hits and misses in energy policy reset

“The latest energy policy statement from the Commonwealth includes some sensible ideas that should attract broad support, as well as some serious gaps, and two elements that need great caution,” Australian Industry Group Chief Executive Innes Willox said.
eventOct 24, 2018
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GBCA celebrates 45 years of national innovator and icon

Since its doors opened 45 years ago, the Sydney Opera House has been an innovator. Its design is iconic, a pervading symbol of Australia all over the world, and its appeal is universal.
eventOct 22, 2018
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New energy rule to curb bill shock

Gas and electricity retailers will be required to notify customers of price changes at least five days before they take effect as a result of a new rule following a final determination made by the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC).
eventSep 27, 2018
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Property industry urges support for NEG

The Property Council of Australia has urged state and territory governments to endorse the National Energy Guarantee (NEG) and support its implementation at the COAG Energy Ministers meeting.
eventAug 8, 2018
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Iconic Geelong building showcases sustainable office design

The Clean Energy Finance Corporation has congratulated WorkSafe Victoria on the opening of its new Geelong headquarters, a building setting new standards in commercial office sustainability.
eventJul 6, 2018
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2018 Wiring Rules are now available for licensed electrical practitioners

Standards Australia announced that the 2018 edition of AS/NZS 3000:2018, Electrical Installations (known as the Wiring Rules) has been published in Australia and New Zealand.
eventJun 26, 2018
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New Australian electrical wiring Standard

“Ai Group welcomes the publication of an important new Standard relating to the critical area of electrical equipment. The Australian-New Zealand Standard (AS/NZ 3000:2018 Electrical Wiring Rules) is the most significant review of the Code in over two decades,” Ai Group, Chief Executive, Innes Willox,…
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"Affordability improved in most of Australia's cap "Affordability improved in most of Australia's capital cities during the first three months of 2018 as house price pressures eased," commented Shane Garrett, HIA Senior Economist.
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Streamlining of the NSW planning system has enable Streamlining of the NSW planning system has enabled more homes to be approved and built.
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The findings of an independent report with recomme The findings of an independent report with recommendations to improve Australian building safety and compliance headed the agenda at the first meeting of the year of the Building Ministers' Forum (BMF), held in Melbourne.
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The NSW Government has smashed the record for the 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.
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The Budget will boost confidence in the building a The Budget will boost confidence in the building and construction industry.
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370,000 small and medium building businesses will 370,000 small and medium building businesses will benefit from the Federal Budget.
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The property industry is the biggest creator of jo The property industry is the biggest creator of jobs in communities right across New South Wales with 2,500 property jobs in the communities of Ryde and Canterbury-Bankstown at risk if the State Government bans new housing being delivered in these suburbs. .
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The latest ABS building approvals data shows a 13% The latest ABS building approvals data shows a 13% rise in non-residential building approvals recording over the 12 months to April 2018.
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After more than a decade of leadership to help suc After more than a decade of leadership to help successfully embed sustainability as a core value and operating principle in Australia's built environment, the Property Council of Australia and Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) are excited to be evolving their partnership with a new direction for Green Cities.
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