Independent commentary examining housing delivery, planning reform, construction, project feasibility and the systems shaping Australia’s built environment.
A recent discussion about prefabrication raised a deceptively simple question: after decades of investment in off-site construction, why haven’t we seen the dramatic cost reductions associated with industrialisation in other industries?
The responses were fascinating…
The NSW Government has shortlisted ten proponents for the next stage of its Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) Industry Expansion Program, following more than 60 expressions of interest from Australian and international organisations.
ARTICLE: Victoria Expands MMC Housing Delivery Across the State The Victorian Government is delivering more than 350 homes using modern methods of construction across metropolitan and regional Victoria. This includes 250 homes through the Regional Housing Fund’s MMC program, alongside other social and small-home initiatives. A pre-approved supplier panel is being used to streamline procurement and support delivery. OUR PERSPECTIVE Victoria’s use of modern methods of construction is an opportunity
READ ORIGINAL ABCB CONSULTATION ARTICLE: National Certification Scheme for Prefabricated Construction Progresses Australia has taken another step towards developing a nationally consistent approach to prefabricated construction, with consultation closing on the proposed National Voluntary Certification Scheme for Manufacturers of Prefabricated Construction. The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) is developing the proposed scheme to establish an independent certification pathway for manufacturers, supporting greater consistency in the assessment and assurance of prefabricated
READ ORIGINAL COMMS/MEDIA RELEASE ARTICLE: New Industry Contract Addresses Prefabricated Housing Finance prefabAUS has launched a new standard-form contract specifically designed for prefabricated residential construction, addressing longstanding challenges associated with financing homes manufactured offsite. Developed with sponsorship from Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CommBank), the contract provides an industry-wide framework intended for use by builders, manufacturers, customers and lenders, regardless of the finance provider. Traditional residential building contracts generally assume that
Australia’s housing debate is expanding beyond building homes to using spare bedrooms. This Dispatch asks how that idea entered public policy, what questions remain unanswered, and why a bedroom is not the same as a home.
House prices are falling, but that doesn’t automatically mean housing is becoming more affordable. The real question is what happens to housing delivery when projects stop stacking up.
The Melbourne housing market is cooling, but Australia’s housing shortage isn’t. Comparing insights from the Australian Property Institute, Cameron Kusher and Michael Yardney, this Dispatch explores what today’s market signals really mean for future housing delivery.
Australia is investing heavily in planning reform – but does faster planning actually produce completed homes sooner? And are we actually measuring the right outcomes?
Most project success is shaped before construction begins. Explore the philosophy behind Travaux and why better decisions earlier lead to better project outcomes.
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