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Australia Set to Mandate 7 Star Homes
Residential
Monday August 29 2022

Australia Set to Mandate 7 Star Homes

New homes throughout Australia will need to achieve 7-star energy ratings after building ministers agreed to include a proposed upgrade to energy efficiency requirements in the...

Housing Construction Challenges Will Hit Product and Service Providers
Residential
Wednesday August 3 2022

Housing Construction Challenges Will Hit Product and Service Providers

A contraction in detached house construction activity across Australia albeit from an elevated base will have flow of effects for suppliers of building products and services,...

Victoria Puts Construction Material Shortage Under the Microscope
Business
Thursday June 24 2021

Victoria Puts Construction Material Shortage Under the Microscope

Victoria has put the shortage of timber and other building materials under the spotlight as the state moves to address supply constraints.

Glass Design Will Protect Building from Bomb Explosions
Buildings
Tuesday October 13 2020

Glass Design Will Protect Building from Bomb Explosions

A new design technique will protect people in iconic buildings from glass related injuries in the event of a bomb explosion, researchers from Queensland University of...

Glass  in Building Stuff Ups
Commercial
Wednesday August 26 2020

Glass in Building Stuff Ups

Glass is a wonderful building material.  It enhances building design like no other.  But poor design using this remarkable material can turn it into a liability,...

Developing Affordable Passive Houses
Green
Wednesday November 15 2017

Developing Affordable Passive Houses

A new house in a Melbourne suburban street has demonstrated that affordable Passive House construction looks within reach in Australia.

Australian High Rise Buildings Need to Cut Their Window Dependency
Buildings
Friday August 11 2017

Australian High Rise Buildings Need to Cut Their Window Dependency

Australian high rise buildings are inefficient. They do not run efficiently, they are not comfortable enough, they waste energy, and they contribute to climate change.

More Apartment Glass Reins Down on Melbourne Street
Residential
Thursday August 10 2017

More Apartment Glass Reins Down on Melbourne Street

Glass from an apartment building has reportedly rained down on yet another Melbourne Street as debate rages over the issue of exploding glass.

Buildings
6 Nov, 2018
Why Australians Should Choose Higher-performing uPVC Windows

Windows play a vital role in regulating temperatures of buildings and their overall energy efficiency, whatever the climate. Energy efficiency is not just about preserving heating...

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