Australia's building and construction crisis will cost $6.2 billion in remediation and associated costs, according to new research commissioned by the construction union. The independent research by Equity Economics in collaboration with Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and Energy Union (CFMEU)…Read more
Our brains are hardwired to make much of modern life difficult. This is especially true when it comes to dealing with uncertainty. On the bright side, if you know the right tricks, you can override your brain’s irrational tendencies and…Read more
Governments should lease land free of charge to the superannuation industry so more funds can invest in social housing, a former Frasers Property manager has told The New Daily. Robert Pradolin, who runs Housing All Australians – a not-for-profit dedicated to…Read more
The $100M development adjacent to Adelaide’s famed Markets precinct is a revolutionary mix of services in one tower, including the not-for-profit’s first retirement village, which takes up the top six floors. Chief Executive Simon Schrapel (Uniting Communities) explained the objective…Read more
Older Australians do not wish to be in the private rental market with 80 per cent demanding ownership. Aspirations are driven by a desire for long-term, stable housing. While the number of bedrooms, building quality and dwelling type are important,…Read more
Of late we are seeing some terrible headlines about the sector and the lack of regulations that exist both to protect people and ensure some sense of logic to the businesses that operate within. The sector as a whole from…Read more
Construction materials have come a long way over the years. From the use of timber and concrete to cigarette butts and cardboard, builders are looking for newer and more effective materials for their projects. Builders are taking advantage of innovative…Read more
An industry-led research initiative is set to “catapult” the industry into an efficient future, targeting up to a 40 per cent reduction in project costs and delays. Construction giant Lendlease, the University of Melbourne and the Donovan Group, along with…Read more
The Queensland state government has announced a $351 million commitment towards the next stage of the Gold Coast Light Rail that would connect the southern Gold Coast to the remainder of the line. Stage 3A will extend the existing route…Read more
ASX-listed developer AVJennings has lodged plans for a new masterplanned community spanning 410 hectares north of Brisbane. The greenfield development in Caboolture West has been earmarked for more than a decade, with Australia's population growth continuing to drive demand in…Read more