Learn why you need solid data prevention plans—and how BorgBase + Vorta deliver encrypted, cost-effective backups with easy setup across Mac, Linux and more for under about $120 AUD/year (non sponsored post)
Australia’s future is on the line. The 2025 Orange Book from the Grattan Institute lays out a roadmap for the next federal government—covering housing, energy, tax reform, what it means for you as a homeowner or renter.
Catch up on the latest insights from Constructor for the week ending 25-07-2025
Can muddy bricks be laid? This post breaks down what the Australian Standards, NCC, and best practices say—and what to do if it’s happened on your build. The answer isn’t as clear-cut as you might expect.
House prices are rising fast, but macroprudential tools—like lending caps on investors—could help level the playing field for owner-occupiers.
Catch up on the latest insights from Constructor for the week ending 18-07-2025
Private certification was meant to speed up approvals. Now, decades later, industry groups are calling to “cut red tape” all over again. Have we come full circle? And at what cost to housing quality? A closer look at the irony behind faster builds and falling standards.
Learn how to navigate base prices, lot premiums, and closing costs to secure the best deal on your dream home.
Wondering whether timber will be available (or affordable) when you build? Learn what’s really going on in Australia’s timber supply—what’s growing, what’s shrinking, and how this impacts your home’s construction, materials, and long-term quality.
