Alterations and Additions - under $100,000

Earthworks

Risk of Owner Earthworks   Some home owners take on the task of organizing the earthworks and their certification themselves, rather than the builder charging for the responsibility. The aim of this is often to reduce building costs, removing these works from the contract with the builder.   This in theory sounds fine, until you […]

Tips: First Home Buyer

First home buyer – tips Buying a first home can be a daunting experience. To make this process enjoyable, think about the following tips:   1.     Read the contract carefully Make sure that you understand all the terms and conditions. If not, ask!! 2.     Allow extra time for delays Despite the best intentions projects can run […]

Financial Management

Construction companies need to carefully manage their business to address cash flow and other financial risks.   There are a range of reasons why established businesses fail or suffer financial distress.   These include a lack of adequate funding, a lack of an early warning reporting system, a failure to recruit quality personnel and a […]

Apprenticeship Information

What is an Apprenticeship? Apprenticeships are jobs that combine paid work and structured training. They include: paid employment under an appropriate industrial arrangement (for example, an award or enterprise agreement) nationally recognised training. An apprentice enters into a formal training contract (Indenture) with his/her employer for the duration of the traineeship. When an apprentice successfully […]

Block Orientation

Build to last The direction each room faces within your home makes a huge difference to your comfort and your home’s running costs. Design your home around the points of a compass: North Maximise this space. The sun’s position in summer and winter means north facing rooms remain at a comfortable temperature all year – […]

South West: Granny flat reform passed

The State Government has announced new planning reforms that allow homeowners to rent out backyard ‘granny flats’ or built above garages

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