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Australian remedial building updates — Building Commission NSW, waterproofing compliance, façade defects, strata issues, concrete repair and DBP Act developments.
We monitor Australian building, strata, waterproofing, façade, concrete repair and construction industry updates, then summarise them for remedial relevance. All articles link back to the original publisher.
LatestClosure of CSIRO Fire Testing Facility Risks Australia's Housing Innovation Pipeline
CSIRO's fire testing facility closure creates a significant gap in Australia's capacity to validate fire performance of building materials and systems. The facility has been instrumental in supporting housing innovation, enabling manufacturers and builders to…
Read original sourceFire resistance in concrete structures: Lightweight solutions for building refurbishment under NCC 2025
The article addresses fire-resistance requirements for concrete structures under the updated National Construction Code 2025, with a focus on lightweight…
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Fielders’ Australian Facade Lookbook
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DecoClad® Shadowline cladding specified for Project Banksia
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The changing Australian facade: How Lysaght's profiles are defining the modern steel exterior
Lysaght has released a range of steel profiles designed for modern Australian building façades. The profiles are engineered to address contemporary…
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Regional projects and regenerative design redefine excellence at NSW Architecture Awards
The NSW Architecture Awards have recognised this year's standout architectural projects, with particular emphasis on work coming from regional areas and…
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We got to the NSW architecture awards and they were great!
The NSW Australian Institute of Architects Awards ceremony took place at City Recital Hall in Sydney, drawing a large crowd of design professionals. The…
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Insurance Bureau of Canada launches helpline for flood-stricken Ottawa residents
The Insurance Bureau of Canada has established a dedicated helpline to assist Ottawa residents affected by recent flooding. The service connects…
Read original sourceNassif’s toppled empire: Web of defects and rejected plans
The Nassif Group's collapse has left multiple residential apartment projects in Sydney facing serious defect issues and financial uncertainty. A major…
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Low‑carbon concrete for infrastructure: design and durability notes for engineers
This article addresses the engineering considerations for specifying and designing with low-carbon concrete in infrastructure applications. The piece…
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Wind service supplier adds Australian acquisition to long list
A wind energy service supplier has expanded its portfolio through an Australian acquisition, adding to a growing list of investments across multiple…
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On Living Buildings, toxic materials and a nice office-resi conversion from Dexus in Brisbane
The Fifth Estate has published a sustainability-focused piece examining several themes in contemporary building practice. The article addresses Living…
Read original sourceCommBank, NAB and resilience insurance, CapGains and renewables, ARM and Adelaide, Hassell and mixed use
The article covers four distinct industry developments affecting Australian building and property sectors. CommBank and NAB are backing an expanded…
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