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ICAC’s Operation Mantis hearings continue

ICAC has officially commenced hearings on allegations concerning former Canterbury-Bankstown Council employee Benjamin Webb and council contractor Pietro Cossu as part of Operation Mantis. ICAC has officially commenced hearings on allegations...

News | 06/06/2024

How architects can help create a more inclusive Australia

community. 2. Looking beyond the access consultant An access consultant is a necessity and not a substitute for inclusive design. Access consultants typically focus on regulatory compliance and technical specifications, ensuring buildings meet the...

News | 18/06/2024

Parramatta unveils its vision for 2050 and beyond

document advocates for new opportunities and investment, fine tuning its pitch to ensure it is understood by all, irrespective of location. “This is Council’s pitch to secure Parramatta’s position on the world stage,”...

News | 20/05/2024

Fully certified: Third-party quality assurance with Bondor Metecno

rigorous environmental standards, offering a clear and reliable metric for assessing their eco-friendliness. Whether considering insulation, construction materials, or other building components, a GreenRate certificate signals a focus on reducing...

News | 17/06/2024

Sydney Brutalist building and vandal magnet awaits demolition

heritage significance, the impact on the State heritage-listed Bidura House buildings and the local heritage-listed Glebe Point Road Heritage Conservation Area as well as the proposal for adaptive reuse, which was considered economically unviable. Vision...

News | 17/06/2024

BTR can help create more sustainable cities says Harvey Male

an income source. Tailored to Australian lifestyles, BTR offers a new choice for a generation priced out of home ownership and seeking relief from the unpredictability and poor service they often experience in the current rental market. As a bonus...

News | 11/06/2024

Green thinking for green spaces: Landscape & Urban

. One arena where these principles are celebrated is the Landscape & Urban category, a unique platform for landscape architects and urban designers to showcase their work. Here, the focus is on projects that not only serve the public but also embody...

News | 16/05/2024

Why are construction companies 'toppling like dominoes'?

the number of apartments and townhouses being built has fallen by about 40 percent since the 2010s. These statistics beg the question: is the great Australian dream of home ownership becoming a nightmare? It certainly has not been a dream for...

News | 12/06/2024

$206M package to fund energy upgrades and solar access for 30,000+ NSW homes

. “We want all Australians to have access to cleaner, cheaper energy. Renewable energy for social housing helps power bills and is good for the environment.” An additional $30 million will be invested by the Federal Government to enable low...

News | 18/01/2024

AIA President evaluates Federal Budget’s built environment aspects

policy aims for net zero carbon emissions in both new and existing buildings by 2030 and 2040 respectively. It would achieve this by requiring stricter building codes, reducing embodied carbon in new structures, and eliminating natural gas use in all new...

News | 21/05/2024

Starting sustainably from scratch

When carrying out a client's brief for their forever home, it is typically a reflection of the person and their experiences. And while some incorporate sustainable principles into the brief and subsequent outcome, now more than ever we must try to...

News | 23/05/2024

Working from home can make us healthier and happier

Some of us used to imagine a world where the morning commute was a short stroll from your bedroom, the dress code included comfy slippers, and the closest coffee shop was your kitchen. Then working from home became a reality for many during the...

News | 12/03/2024

If multi-res is the future, how do we get it right?

While there are an array of luxurious multi-residential complexes currently hitting the market, not all are created with an architecture of sufficiency or sustainability in mind. The future of our cities depends on a crucial shift – a move from...

News | 15/05/2024

Minns slashes affordable and social housing approval process times

- all options are on the table to address the housing crisis. A key area for reform is our planning rules. This government is dedicated to exploring new ways to increase housing supply and enhance existing systems,” says NSW Minister for Housing...

News | 06/06/2024

Tools up on Queensland’s latest social housing complex

comprises a BBQ, pergola and seating areas. “Our Homes for Queenslanders plan is getting more shovels in the ground and tradies on the tools to build the homes Queenslanders need,” says QLD Housing Minister Meaghan Scanlon...

News | 15/05/2024

Carr lend expertise for Collins Street marvel

to the Victorian State Government’s housing policy of significantly increasing housing supply over the next decade.” Construction will begin in 2025 with an eye on completion for 2028. ...

News | 27/05/2024

The 2024 INDE.Awards Shortlist is here

is more than a list—it’s a testament to a year of exceptional achievements and a glimpse into the vibrant ecosystem of the Indo-Pacific industry. Spanning all realms of design, from commercial and residential to industrial design...

News | 14/06/2024

Reconstructing heritage sites after a war

significant non-religious sites they want heritage sites transformed into more useful structures for the community and they want control and agency over the future of their own heritage. Our findings aren’t only important for...

News | 14/06/2024

City of Sydney opens new welcoming space in Redfern for local Aboriginal community

local communities, and is designed for community members of all ages. “The local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community told us they want a welcoming space run by the local community that’s underpinned by culture and fosters...

News | 16/05/2024

Inside HY William Chan’s journey as an emerging sustainable architect

social justice. One key initiative is his leadership on the Local Pedestrian, Cycling and Traffic Calming Committee. This aligns perfectly with his vision for a city built around people, not just cars, promoting a more sustainable and equitable...

News | 13/06/2024

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