Timber: the benefits of nature-inspired design
When it comes to building materials, wood is both the oldest and the newest choice, evolving in use from the purely functional to the truly beautiful. Extracts from the recent
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Decrease the stress of running your own business with these three simple steps
It’s no secret that the construction industry can be a stressful workplace, and this is especially true when you’re running your own business. Long hours, tight deadlines, physical strain and
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T K Old Homes: celebrating a sapphire anniversary building homes
T K Old Homes is a familiar name in the Yarra Valley region, celebrating its 45thyear in operation in 2017 and servicing clients throughout Lilydale, Croydon, Mooroolbark, Montrose, Mitchum and the
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Healthy homes: building materials for allergy sufferers
With the number of allergy sufferers on the rise in Australia, one of the most important considerations in building a healthy home is the elimination of dampness, mould and dust
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Top three ways to keep your building site secure
The security of your construction site should be an important consideration when setting up every project. Not only can vandalism and theft threaten your bottom line, site security can help
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What fire rated wall solution is best for your build?
At Dahlsens we supply a range of Fire Rated Wall Solutions designed to satisfy the BCA’s Provisions for internal walls and shafts, external walls close to boundary properties and floors and roofs
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Recruiting staff: how to find the best fit for your team
The right team is at the very core of any successful business. The people you choose to represent your brand on-site immediately become the face of your company, their tradesmanship
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Succession planning: how to get started
As a busy business owner, it’s always challenging to find the time to work ‘on the business’ as well as always ‘in the business’. Yet planning for the future of
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What to include in a business plan
Behind every successful business is a well-written business plan. But what should this document include? While there is no strict formula, most effective business plans share a few things in
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Why your business needs a business plan
There is no single formula for achieving business success in any industry and building/construction is no exception. As a small or medium-sized business owner it can be a struggle to
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Supplier spotlight: Unitex, for (great) service rendered
Some suppliers do it so well. They understand their customers. They pride themselves in producing a great product and stand by its performance. They have great people and therefore great
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Cladding: we spotlight Victoria’s leading manufacturers
More than just bricks Any builder will tell you that bricklaying can be a tediously slow process – a problem only exacerbated by the current shortage of brickie labourers. While
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