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    News Archive for August 2009

    Housing crisis to "spark social unrest"

    If the federal government fails to take responsibility for low income housing it could have a riot on its hands, says Mission Australia.


    Sydney growth areas "the pits": architect

    Inadequate transport facilities in Sydney's so-called 'growth' suburbs are forcing residents to pack up and move to the big-smoke.


    Lend Lease sets sights on public private projects

    Lend Lease is buildings its capacity for public private partnerships, including health and education projects.


    WIN! One of five Adventures in Architecture DVDs

    What is the world's most inspiring building and why? Tell us in 20 words or fewer for a chance to win on of five DVDs...


    Open tenders

    A national round up of open architectural competitions, featuring Victoria, Western Australia and ACT projects.


    Warm up in winter smartly

    EcoSmart Fire models for winter 2009 have been launched in Australia.


    Euromir Acrylic Mirror Sheets available from Allplastics

    Allplastics has added numerous Euromir coloured acrylic mirror sheets to its stock, primarily intended for interior fittings such as decorative displays, visual merchandising, bar fixtures and store design.


    Celmec Introduce Celight for Architectural Umbrellas

    Primarily designed to integrate with their range of architectural umbrellas, Celmec created Celight brackets so that the lights sit flush on top of each umbrella spoke.


    MPS Paving Products used for Cycle Lanes, Gold Coast, QLD

    Since 2006 Gold Coast City Council have been installing Green Cycle Lanes as part of its cycle safety policy.


    Eco-Barrier Effective Graffiti Protection Now Available from Nanokote

    The cost of cleaning up graffiti is costing Australians an estimated $300 million every year.


    Santa & Cole Outdoor Elements for Public Open Spaces

    The Spanish firm of Santa & Cole works in collaboration with internationally renowned designers and architects to develop and bring to the market exceptional products, including a range of outdoor elements for public open spaces.


    First environmental lighting upgrade for Queensland school

    A high school south of Cairns has achieved an environmental first for Queensland, with the installation of a new lighting system that will cut energy costs by $1,200 a year, reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 5 tonnes per annum and increase environmental awareness in the school community.


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