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What Happened in Residential Construction This Week? 21-06-2025
Catch up on the latest residential construction news and insights from Constructor for the week ending 21-06-2025: roof purlins, fixing housing supply, housing policy and the C12 Fixing Stage Checklist.
C12 Fixing Stage Checklist: What to Inspect Before You Pay the Fixing Claim
The fixing stage is when plasterboard, cornices, joinery and tiling lock your home's interior in place. I'll walk you through the C12 Fixing Stage Checklist so you can inspect plasterboard, joinery, eaves and tiling before you pay the claim.
Why Housing Policy Keeps Failing (And How We Can Fix It)
Australia’s housing isn’t just bruised; it’s mis-managed. Endless policy swaps, siloed agencies, and blind faith in markets hit homeowners hard. Here’s what’s broken, how to fix it, and why government can’t be perfect—but must still do better.
The Best Cold Weather Work Gloves for Queensland Building Sites
Queensland doesn't do snow, but a cold, wet winter morning on site still means stiff fingers and dropped fixings. Here's what to look for in cold weather work gloves, the ratings that matter, and some proven options.
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