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    News Archive for April 2024

    Intense rain and flash floods have increased inland in eastern Australia

    Before climate change really got going, eastern Australia’s flash floods tended to concentrate on our coastal regions, east of the Great Dividing Range.


    DecorLini panels deliver acoustics, aesthetics and function in Marion SA school

    The innovative linear acoustic timber panels line the walls and ceilings of the foyer and private study spaces.


    How to be prepared for bushfires all year round

    It is a good time to re-visit the NSW Rural Fire Services’ top five actions to make your home safer.


    Are Crimsafe security screens pet proof?

    Crimsafe security screens have been designed to withstand the most extreme impacts, so they can easily keep your pets safely inside, or out.


    New bricks made with waste materials can deliver up to 5% energy savings to homes

    Engineers at RMIT University have innovated a new range of bricks made using a mix of waste glass, combusted solid waste (ash) and clay that can save energy in built homes while keeping industrial waste out of landfill.


    How to elevate your architectural renderings to achieve the desired outcomes

    The magic lies in combining knowledge from different domains into one, from reading architectural projects and learning the basics of photography to mastering software.


    Will drafted tax settings changes truly increase BTR stock?

    While they have been strong in their praise of the National Housing Accord, the Property Council of Australia believes that current regulations in regards to build-to-rent are not conducive to reaching the 1.2 million homes target set by the state and federal governments.


    Can quantity surveyors lead a digital revolution?

    Quantity surveyors have a proud reputation and powerful skillset for understanding project costs, keeping track of budgets and expenditures, verifying claims, and adding value wherever possible. But our profession, like some other elements of the construction sector, hasn’t fully embraced the digital revolution.


    Get creative with your flooring – with printable floor graphic materials

    Depending on what kind of flooring you have in place and what you want to do with it, there are several floor graphic material types available.


    How our Supplier Code of Conduct ensures a sustainable supply chain

    Environmental protection, compliance with human rights, labour and social standards, anti-discrimination and anti-corruption policies are equally important.


    Design guidelines for disability access compliance in new building work – AS1428.1

    When you specify Moddex modular barrier systems, you can be confident that you are specifying products with turnkey compliance.


    DDA compliance for outdoor handrails

    DDA-compliant disability handrails play a vital role in creating safe and inclusive outdoor spaces for everyone.


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