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LATEST NEWS
> Mareeba site
Mareeba Branch originally opened in January 2008 as a sub branch of Cairns Branch servicing from Mossman Cardwell.
Our staff successfully developed a strong network of sub contractors and relationships with local builders.
Mareeba is no longer a sub branch but a regional branch in it's own right with a dedicated team to meet the needs of local builders!
> Solar Solutions
Stoddart Group introduces solar energy systems in South East Queensland. Available now is an installed 1.44Kw solar energy system.
This system is eligible for the governments renewable energy scheme.
Read more
BUILDING RESOURCES
Building Code Australia
The Australian Building Codes Board is responsible for setting minimal regulatory standards in design and construction practise in Australia. The Board was developed through inter governmental agreeement and creates a consistent standard across Australia.
You can purchase your copy of the BCA online via their website.
To help the design and product selection the BCA, in conjunction with the Bureau of Meteorology has developed climate maps to be read with the BCA publication.
Download here
ASSOCIATIONS
The construction industry is supported by a number of dedicated associations. The following links can act as a reference guide to the residential industry and trends.
HIA - Housing Industry Australia
MBA - Master Builders Association
AIA - Australian Institute of Architects
AAA - Australian Architecture Association
AWARDS
HIA Awards
The HIA Awards have been celebrating excellence in residential building for years. Each state conducts its own competition with winners becoming finalists in the national awards.
The winners for each category are announced at a luncheon towards the end of each year. View the latest winners here
HIA Green Awards
The building industry has been mindful of its impact on the environment. For the last ten years the HIA have conducted the HIA Green awards to recognise innovation in building techniques.
Check out the latest innovators here
Master builder Awards
The Masterbuilder association recognises the broad construction industry. The prestigious awards demonstrates the best in commercial, retail and residential.
See the select winners here
EXPOS & CONFERENCES
HIA Conference
Melbourne is the location for the next HIA Conference. There are great speakers, fun events and exhibitors showcasing the best in building, renovation and interior design. Book your calendar for the 7th - 11th of April. see more
DesignBuild
Both coasts are covered for 2010 Designbuild, which showcases the building industry from design to construction. You can choose to view at the Melbourne 25-26 June 2010 or head west to Perth 3-5 November 2010. see more
Safety Show
Keep up to date with the latest in Safety innovation at the next Safety show. Held in Sydney (26th - 28th Oct 2010) you can experience masses of ways to keep yourself and colleague safe on-site. see more
ENVIRONMENT
Solar Credit site
The rebate and credit system can at times be very confusing. Here are some site that will help you understand the schemes and the environmental impact of your involvement.
The Office of the Renewable Energy Regulator is a statutory authority established to oversee the implementation of the Australian Government's mandatory renewable energy target.
The Solar Bonus Scheme (QLD only) pays households and other small customers for the surplus electricity generated from solar energy systems exported to the Queensland electricity grid.
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