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Why home builder Metricon opened up its books

The historically guarded company – Australia’s largest home builder – says it wants to boost confidence in the sector. But it’s also searching for a partner.

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Construction output is falling – and tradies aren’t to blame

Weaker productivity in construction threatens higher costs for consumers at a time when many projects – especially in housing – are already not viable. 

NSW builder NEX wants $1.3b Stockland-Lendlease to go ahead

The largest home builder in Australia’s largest state says Stockland will be able to bring much-needed land to market faster than Lendlease.

Water polo’s golden girls have feisty medallist in their corner

Gold medallist turned coach Taryn Woods says her sport has to be prepared to do what it needs to ensure exposure and inclusion.

Vendor goes for ‘bird in hand’ to sell terrace for $1.43m

In a market with two camps of buyers, those on the rebound are acting faster than those thinking the market might slow more.

The banker and the builders want subcontractors to get Paid

Former Bendigo Bank boss Mike Hirst has invested in an app that could protect subcontractors – and shake up the lucrative market for building contracts.

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