David Wheeldon . Articles Concept images: Brisbane post-flood design competition Last month we announced that three firms were shortlisted as finalists in the competition to redesign the Brisbane's CityCat terminals which were destroyed during the floods. Windows, Doors and Hardware: Lessons from Yasi Images of windows and doors being torn from their hinges often spring to mind when we think of cyclones. But that's changing in Australia, as a study after Tropical Cyclone Yasi illustrates. Hotel design first project in $1 billion pipeline at Hervey Bay Construction is due to start in August on a new Hervey Bay hotel, the first of over $1 billion worth of development in the area. Tender troubles: Corruption systemic in NSW government's procurement process A report from the NSW corruption watchdog based on a survey of suppliers to the public sector has found corruption is rife within the NSW government's procurement process. Carbon costs put upward pressure on building materials prices Several building products and materials companies have announced they will increase their prices in line with the Government’s price on carbon. Carbon tax reaction in building industry The residential building industry reaction to the Government's announcement on carbon price plans was mostly negative.
