Smarter with water - How can our industry help conserve Australia 's water resources? Janine Nechwatal, general manager of HIA GreenSmart, has a few suggestions ...full story PDF 

Energy efficiency in the frame - The range of energy-efficient doors and windows now available makes it easier to conform to energy efficiency requirements ...full story PDF 

Plenty in reserve - From Monday to Friday, this Army reservist manufactures kitchen components. On weekends, it's a different story.

Is your steel certified? - A correctly designed and reinforced concrete slab is vital to the structural reliability of any home. Housing looks at why we need certification.

Flooring with Solar Flair - From its beginnings as a brushcutting business to the development of a solar kiln dryer, this company continues to adapt to market demands.

More than just a pretty façade - Climate, construction time and cost can all influence your choice of wall system ...full story PDF  

Keep your business moving - A new alliance between HIA and vehicle leasing company ORIX can help you free up time to focus on your core business ...full story PDF

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