Sydney Opera House marks half a century on the harbour
A 1960s design competition called on architects from around the world to submit ideas for what would be the new Sydney Opera House. The iconic building is celebrating 50 years …
Construction
Embattled Cockburn Cement Ltd wins appeal to reduce fine for unreasonable odour
An embattled Perth cement company has failed to overturn its conviction for causing unreasonable odour to locals but has successfully reduced its fine by $45,000. Cockburn Cement Limited — which …
Call for tax to stop exports of emissions, jobs to Asia
Australia may be striving to cut industrial emissions but will continue to export manufacturing jobs without a tax on carbon-rich imports, a summit has been told. A mechanism covering the …
‘You aren’t in control’: Home building hits a lull as rate hikes bite
A lacklustre pace of home building is expected to continue over the next two years and keep upward pressure on rents and house prices. A string of interest rate hikes …
Best dishwasher deals for January 2023
Can anyone remember life without dishwashers? Maybe you can, and that’s why you’re desperately looking for a deal on a nice new one. Not all dishwashers are created equal. Some …
How Oliver Anthony went from aluminum sales to viral success — and is still a doting dad
Oliver Anthony’s family are breaking their silence on the viral sensation, telling The Post how he is a fine father who quit his job selling aluminum siding to pursue music …
Builders lan Bradley Mason, Luke David Mason of Ranlak fined $25,000 over insurance, work permit failures
A father and son have been fined a combined $25,000 for running afoul of building rules, including working on sites without permits. Alan Bradley Mason and Luke David Mason ran …
Should Ottawa build homes again? ‘Conversations’ happening, minister says – National
As pressure mounts on the federal government to take a more active role in filling the housing supply gap, the minister in charge of the portfolio is exploring new — and …
Vaucluse locals fume with Shark Beach at Neilsen Park to remain closed this summer
A popular Sydney beach, which has been closed to the public for two summers already, will remain closed for a third beach season. The ongoing construction of the new Neilsen …
Canada ‘absolutely’ can’t build more houses without more immigrants, minister says – National
Canada’s housing crisis “absolutely cannot” be solved without the aid of new immigrants who bring their skills here, Immigration Minister Marc Miller told reporters on Friday. “The federal government is …