Housing targets depend on more than university graduates
“There was no question universities played a vital role in producing the architects, engineers, surveyors, planners and construction…
SA consumer watchdog says real estate agents can be liable if aware of property issues
Real estate agents who sell homes with serious defects could be liable for misleading customers if they know…
Australia’s residential building sector to convene at critical juncture
“This will be one of the most important national congresses in years, with the industry facing significant headwinds…
Reused signature among string of issues as home owner left with unfinished build
Matthew Mapley’s dream of owning a home collapsed into ruin when he saw his signature on a form…
Clients of Melbourne builder MJ Harris Group lose life savings as company goes bust
Builder Mike Harris was persuasive. In March last year, he told Tony* and his wife that if they…
Fears trades skills shortage may undermine Victoria’s housing targets
A staffing shortage is triggering alarm bells for tradespeople in regional Victoria, as the state government moves to…
Canberra builder says his life’s work is ‘tarnished’ over orders to pay home owners almost $25,000
A Canberra builder has told the ABC his reputation has been been “tarnished” and he was forced to…