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Gail From Balnarring

We have just moved into a fantastic 6 year old dream home in Balnarring. The kitchen is in good condition but we would like to upgrade it with todays colours and add our personal touch. Is there a ... continue reading

Double Glazed Windows

Corina from Pakenham

We recently moved into a house which is on a main road. We are finding that the noise from the traffic is becoming quite annoying. We thought we would get used to it, but no. I have heard that there ... continue reading

Blinds with Minds

June from Mt. Martha

We have some ferocious winds come off the bay where we live and have lost an outdoor umbrella and a couple of sheets of pergola skylight over the years. I have been told there is a shade system that ... continue reading

Double Garage Division

Isabelle from Ballarat

We have a double garage that is under the main house roof and would like to create more living space. Do we need a permit to cut the garage in half and make it into another bedroom and kids play ... continue reading

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E-View Real Estate have a new listing

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THE Home Building Seminar

Saturday 1:00 pm, 2nd June 2012

Here from peak body experts in the field speak about the latest trends and ... continue reading

Owner Builder - 3hr Workshop

Saturday 1:00 pm, 9th June 2012

Learn about 'doing it yourself' in this informative FREE ... continue reading

Building Network Breakfast

Wednesday 7:15 am, 20th June 2012

Join the leaders in the industry to discuss the reasons behind the massive shift by the major retailers and companies to the Mornington Peninsula. What is the attraction? ... continue reading

Green Design - 3hr Workshop

Saturday 1:00 pm, 23rd June 2012

Learn about how you can have a Energy Efficient Home in this informative FREE ... continue reading

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HIA Trade Night @ HIDC

  • Date: Wednesday, 26th November 2008
  • Time: 5:15 pm till 8:15 pm
  • Address: Home Innovations Display Centre

Toolbox Seminars are an essential part of HIA communicating with all building industry members about new legislation and opportunities.

They are held in order to keep members and those in the industry up to date in the following factors -

• Paul Ferguson HIA Director of Workplace Services will talk about new regulations which are coming into effect that I should be aware of (eg changes to the Building Act).
• Kevin McKeown HIA Safety Adviser will speak on new OH&S regulations, safe work methods statements and the paper work you need on site.
• What are construction trends showing for our industry, both locally and on a state level.

HIA experts will provide updates on local and state wide economic trends in the housing industry; provide updates on new regulations (eg OH&S). There will be an opportunity to speak to the presenters and seek advice.

You dont need to be an HIA Victoria member so come along and be informed about whats going on in your industry.