MAY 2012
South West - 12 & 15 May
Building industry is set to boom in WA
A trifecta of positive indicators have set the scene for more construction in WA. House building in WA has been subdued for the last year or so, but this seems set to change.
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South West - 8 May
Rate cut a big relief for builders
South West Builders are hopeful the Reserve banks decision to slash interest rates last week will bring a much-needed boost for the local building industry.
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South West - 5 May
Bay of plenty in Busselton
Award winner "The Bunker Bay" by Plunkett Homes was recently named the Best Display Home in the $350,000 to $400,000 contract value at the South West Master Builders Bankwest Building Excellence Awards.
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South West - 1 May
SW ranks among most expensive
The South West has been ranked among the top 10 most expensive regional property markets in Australia, according to latest figures from RP Data.
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APRIL 2012
South West - 29 April
Efficient Move
Going the extra mile meant this Margaret River display home was a clear winner for a coveted industry award for energy efficiency at the recent Master Builders Bankwest South West Building Excellence Awards.
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South West - 27 April
Rise in demand for new homes
Home builders say demand for new homes in the City of Busselton is on the increase, despite recent weak building approvals.
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South West - 26 April
Gemmill scores big
Scooping up a bevy of awards in the 2012 Master Builders Bankwest Building Excellence Awards, Gemmill Homes South West established itself as one of the leading residential builders in the regions.
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South West - 26 April
Summit saves energy
Summit Homes South West proved to be among the top residential builders in the region winning four awards in the 2012 Bankwest Master Builders Building Excellence Awards.
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South West - 26 April
Karamfiles starts the year in style
Karamfiles Builders of manjimup have begun the year in award winning style, gaining valuable recognition at the 2012 South West Master Builders Bankwest Building Excellence Awards.
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South West - 26 April
SW ranks among most expensive
The South West has been ranked among the top 10 most expensive regional property markets in Australia, according to latest figures from RP Data.
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South West - 19 & 24 April
Ventura on top at awards
Proving to be one of the South West's leading builders with 11 awards received across Contract & Display Homes, Multi Residential Development and Trade categories at the South West Regional Master Builders - Bankwest Building Excellence Awards.
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South West - 11 April
Business continues to win top awards
Karamfiles Builders have started 2012 in award winning style, at the Master Builders Bankwest Building Excellence Awards in March.
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South West - 6 April
Contract job earns award
A Dunsborough based building company has taken out this years top honour at the South West Master Builders Bankwest Building Excellence Awards with a Marybrook property.
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South West - 6 April
Builder gets 8 Awards
The best of the South West building and Construction industry was on show at the Master Builders Bankwest Building Excellence Awards held at the Quay West Resort Bunker Bay recently.
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South West - 5 & 10 April
Prepare your home for winter storms
With the onset of the storm season, here are a few simple strategies to weather its arrival.
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MARCH 2012
South West - 29 March
Fears Taxes could slow development
Two major taxes to be imposed on businesses by the Federal Government could slow development in the South West, outraged regional leaders say.
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South West - 29 March
Building Industry's best on show
The best of the South West's building and construction industry was on show on Saturday night at the Master Builder' Bankwest Building Excellence Awards at Quay West Resort Bunker Bay.
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South West - 27 March
Young Brickie proves top tradesman
For someone who had never really thought of bricklaying as a profession Sam Long has come a long way in his first three years as a brickie.
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South West - 25 March
South-West's best
Granite walls, a dedicated wine storage zone, gymnasium, scullery, extensive smart wiring and a library are just some of the impressive features in this state of the art Marybrook residence, which was declared the Country Home of the year for the South West region.
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Great Southern - 23 March
Builders down tools and Tee off
Builders, tradesman and suppliers from around the Great Southern downed tools and took up clubs at the annual Albany branch of the WA Master Builders Association Golf day
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South West - 18 March
Wholagan Build Inspires
The recent Western Australian Master Builders BankWest Housing Excellence Awards recognised South West Builder Wholagan Building Inspiration by bestowing the "Best Country Home" for Western Australia after winning a hotly contested race from 5 regional areas.
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South West - 15 March
Award Entries Closing
Entries for the 2012 Master Builders-Bankwest Excellence in Construction Awards, including the 2012 Subcontractor of the year awars, will close 16 March 2012.
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South West - 13 March
Marino Critical of Building Bill
The Building and Construction Industry Improvement Amendment (Transition to Fair Work) Bill 2011 is "cloaked in Labor spin" according the Forrest MHR Nola Marino.
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South West - 9 & 13 March
New 6 Star Energy Ratings on the way
With six-star requirements fast approaching, your new home design needs to consider the new minimum standard required to achieve compliance according to Master Builders Regional Manager Geoff Bosustow.
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South West - 1 March
Support for review of Fair Work Act
Master Builders Regional Manager Geoff Bosustow said Master Builders viewed the changes as a backward step for the building and construction industry.
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FEBRUARY 2012
South West - 9 & 14 February
Points to consider for units and small lot developments
Unit and small lot developments are becoming very popular these days. There are significant differences both before and during construction between unit development and a typical single detached housing project.
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JANUARY 2012
South West - 26 & 31 January
SW Builders to battle it out for top awards
The heat is on for builders in the South West as judging for the Master Builders-Bankwest 2012 Building Excellence Awards ramps up.
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South West - 26 January
Industry calls for further rate cuts
Further interest rate cuts are required for Bunbury to realise the potential of the property market turnaround.
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South West - 25 January
Builders relish chance to shine
South West construction companies are being pitted against each other as judging for the 2012 Master Builders' Bankwest Building Excellence Awards gets underway.
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South West - 19 January
Home figures show growth in the South West
A surge of optimism is on the horizon in the South West market as builders refine forecasts for the year ahead.
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South West - 19 & 24 January
Put waterwise plans in place
The heat is on and the key to reduce water usage is to reduce water pressure.
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South West - 19 January
Renewed sense of optimism in property market
If property developers are accurate the market in the South West could correct itself this year.
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South West - 12 January
Industry indicators point to perfect time to build
South West builders expect industry activity to steady over the next few months with profit margins dropping back over the past year.
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South West - 12 January
Womens' role acknowledged
Master Builders Association has recognised the need to acknowledge the achievements and contributions and celebrate the successes of women in the male-dominated building and construction industry.
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South West - 12 & 16 January
Resolving disputes before it gets ugly
Building disputes should not be allowed to fester, but first, there are a couple of things to bear in mind from the outset of your building contract.
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South West - 5 January
Leaders review the year with an eye on the future
Reflecting on the year that was, community leaders this week outline their thoughts of what they achieved and what they would like to see happen in the region through the year ahead.
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