The Real Cost of Carbon Pricing
As the heated debate over Labor’s proposed carbon tax begins to smoulder, we are poised to discover just how strong an impact the controversial legislation will have on Australia’s already hard-pressed construction industry. With its 1 July introduction, the government hopes to use carbon pricing to encourage consumers and producers alike to be cognisant of the effects of pollution on our environment and ultimately more responsible by utilising cleaner processes.
Toward a Sustainable Australia
A sustainable community is one that is built or modified to maintain sustainable living, by catering to its inhabitants needs. These needs range from the availability of food, water, transportation and energy, to necessary materials, appropriate shelter and waste removal.
The Melbourne Docklands
In the heart of Melbourne, covering a spectacular seven kilometres of waterfront promenades along the Victoria Harbour with three kilometres of Yarra River frontage, the Melbourne Docklands have been the focus of a massive urban renewal project intended to transform the former swampland into Melbourne’s new hub of activity boasting urban art, stunning architecture, historic and contemporary buildings, state-of-the-art marinas, stylish waterfront restaurants, cosy bars and active waterways.
Ian Wood Homes Pty Ltd
Since 1951, Ian Wood Homes Pty Ltd has been designing and building quality new homes, making customers’ dreams a reality and striving to create fresh designs of the highest standard. When we spoke with Ian Wood Homes CEO, Mr Neil Scarce, he was excited to have recently produced the company’s 60-year celebration brochure.
APB Modular
Many of us are familiar with the challenges of working to meet tight deadlines on a job site, needing an affordable, small-footprint building in a pinch, or even just trying to maintain a semblance of home in a remote location.
Unique Urban Built
One of South Australia’s fastest growing builders, Unique Urban Built, is bucking the trend in a below-par market with the successful mix of solid skills and old-fashioned values. Since its inception in 2007, this building company has gained momentum in a difficult market with a balance of skill, knowledge and good, old-fashioned values.
UDAYA Homes and Communities
For the past decade, UDAYA Homes and Communities has created luxurious, distinctive, and quality homes for buyers in South East Melbourne. Much more than an average everyday homebuilder, UDAYA Homes and Communities operates from a unique perspective which encompasses the greatest value for the dollar, superior and innovative designs, craftsmanship from inception to completion, and the latest technological advances to provide clients with the finest homes available.
Perfect Engineering Pty Ltd
Across Australia, there are a number of highly respected engineering firms, yet few possess the advanced educational background, experience, and sheer wealth of knowledge of Perfect Engineering Pty Ltd. Under the leadership of founder and Managing Director Dr George N Melhem, the firm boasts three senior staff, of which two possess PhDs, Dr Melhem and Professor Chris Sorrell.
Ownit Homes
Justin Vandenboog is having Ownit Homes construct his family dwelling. Not the first Vandenboog to choose Ownit Homes over the competition, Justin follows in the footsteps of his father, who forty years ago commissioned the fourth ever Ownit Homes project.
Narellan Pools
Narellan Pools doesn’t just sell a product. “We bring dreams to life,” managing director Chris Meyer insists. “That is our vision.” The company welcomes blissful summer days to backyards everywhere “by building the world’s best and most loved pools.”
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