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What Perth’s Building Approvals Say About the Market
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What Perth’s Building Approvals Say About the Market

What Perth’s Building Approvals Say About the Market Building approval figures do not make headlines the way interest rates do, but for anyone about to build they are worth a look. Approvals are a leading indicator. They tell…

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Industry updates, building advice and project insights from across Western Australia.

How to Compare Builder Quotes in Perth Advice
Advice  ·  1 Jun 2026

How to Compare Builder Quotes in Perth

How to Compare Builder Quotes in Perth Two builders can quote the same home and land thousands of dollars apart. Most people…

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What provisional sums really mean Advice
Advice  ·  1 May 2026

What provisional sums really mean

What provisional sums really mean A building quote can look straightforward at first glance. Then you notice a few allowances buried in…

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Understanding builder insolvency risks in WA Industry Update
Industry Update  ·  1 Apr 2026

Understanding builder insolvency risks in WA

Understanding builder insolvency risks in WA Most homeowners spend time comparing floorplans, finishes and pricing, but far fewer stop to think about…

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5 things your builder hopes you never check in the contract Advice
Advice  ·  1 Mar 2026

5 things your builder hopes you never check in the contract

5 things your builder hopes you never check in the contract Most people assume their building contract is standard, fair, and complete.…

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Why transparency matters more than ever in residential building Industry Update
Industry Update  ·  5 Feb 2026

Why transparency matters more than ever in residential building

Looking ahead over the next five to ten years, there are three clear areas where industry reform could significantly improve outcomes for…

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My builder has gone into administration after handover – What now? Advice
Advice  ·  30 Jan 2026

My builder has gone into administration after handover – What now?

If you’re dealing with maintenance issues, unfinished items or defects and the builder isn’t responding, here’s what to do next.

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I think my builder is in trouble – What do I do? Advice
Advice  ·  30 Dec 2025

I think my builder is in trouble – What do I do?

If you’re worried they’re heading for liquidation before your home is finished, it’s time to act—fast. Every day you wait could cost…

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