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DESIGN FEATURE A laidback Queensland bush shack.

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BDAQ calls for urgent town planning reform Now that the state election os out of the way it’s time to talk about some real reform to town planning in Queensland . At a time when we should be talking about making housing more affordable and about protecting jobs in the industry, many projects are facing unacceptable cost impost and significant delays because town planning processes in Queensland need a complete overhaul. In the current economic climate projects are being held back or abandoned altogether in the face of frustrating red tape. BDAQ has released a six point plan to address the issues which are creating problems for designers, developers and builders in Queensland. 1. Review all town plans and remove building matters which are already covered in other legislation. 2. Develop a Queensland Housing Code as a matter of urgency to supersede all housing matters included in local town plans. 3. Develop state-wide development codes for all types of projects in the commercial and industrial arena.

4. Provide for private certification of code compliant projects. 5. Reform the infrastructure charges process with particular emphasis on reducing the impact of the charges on new home buyers. 6. Reverse the assumption of refusal where local authorities fail to meet the time frames set down in the Integrated Planning Act making the result “deemed approval”. What is the justification for a lengthy and costly Local Government planning approval process for a proposal to build an industrial building in an industrial area? If a state code existed for industrial buildings, eighty percent of these projects could be designed to that code and could be approved under the normal building approval process. This would free up under-resourced Local Authority planning departments for the important role they should be doing now. BDAQ wants Local Government to become more accountable for completing planning approvals in the prescribed time-frames.

The Integrated Planning Act sets out specific time-frames for the approval process but provides the applicant no recourse where those time-frames are exceeded. We are also asking for a review of the Local Government infrastructure charges. These charges add hundreds of thousands of dollars to the cost of development. For residential developments, these costs are borne by the home-buyer who is then required to pay rates each year for the ver y same infrastructure. If Queensland is serious about making housing affordable, this is the place to start. Some positive moves have already been made, but BDAQ is asking for a commitment to continue and expand the reform process. The current economic situation demands that immediate steps are taken to remove the barriers that are adding unnecessary time and cost to every development. The building and construction industry is crucial to Queensland’s recovery. It must not be stymied by over-regulation and unnecessary red tape. The cost to Queensland of the current s y s t e m i s l o s t o p p o r t u n i t y, unaffordable housing and jobs, jobs, jobs! Russell Brandon

National EcoDesign Smart program underway The Building Designers Association of Australia, EcoDesign Smar t Building Designer program got underway for 2009 in Tasmania during February. The program has

been established to recognise BDA members who have undertaken specific training in sustainable design.

Over 60 building designers attended the Tasmanian Seminars

The training is based on the Building Sustainability Seminars which were funded by the Federal Government and was presented in Tasmania by Chris Reardon. It proved to be very popular with Tasmanian members. The program will move to Queensland in April and the first seminar series is already almost sold out. A second round will be scheduled for later in the year.

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BENJAMIN

HENNIG FROM Mercury Design delivers yet another astounding design with the contemporary yet sophisticated Bridge Residence located in urban Clayfield.

The design maximises space and includes high ceilings and large voids to ensure a visually exciting residence, as well as maintaining a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. The first floor acts as a private retreat for the family, with good separation between the master and secondary suites as well as large modern bathrooms with a sleek and stylish appeal.

to enhance the unique design and create dramatic contrasts between light and dark. The outdoor living areas provide ideal settings for entertaining and flow effortlessly to the indoors. Each of the living areas has access to the yard and central pool area which remains a focal point of the residence. Maximising security and privacy the home is set back from the street and includes a natural approach to landscaping to maintain the contemporary and laidback ambience of the design.

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A celebration of natural light and ventilation, the clean modern lines of the home have been softened by the incorporation of richly textured tiles, ornate wallpaper and reconstituted timber veneers. Large windows, linear elements and a wide variety of materials were used

Ben Hennig Mercury Design 1300 133 917 info@mercurydesign.org

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Stay Cool. Be Green

Architect: Lippmann Associates Photographer: Peter Hyatt

Keeping your home cool can be a challenge, particularly during the hot Queensland summer. And, while it's the first thing many of us do when the mercury rises, running an air conditioner can be a costly fix, both financially and environmentally. So, what's the answer? It seems the easiest way to gain more control over your home's thermal comfort is through the use of suitably glazed windows. This is not surprising when you consider that windows with standard single pane 3mm flat glass are generally the thermal “weakest link” in residential buildings. Being the only major building material that directly admits radiant heat, it is not surprising that around 90% of unwanted heat gain in summer enters a building through unsuitably glazed windows. And because ordinary glass is relatively thin and conducts heat well, these same windows are also the major route for heat loss during winter. As a result, home owners throughout Queensland are using up to 60% more energy to heat and cool than is necessary. Being big users of electrical air conditioning, Queenslanders will feel this more than most, and as Queensland's main electricity source is black coal, the resulting greenhouse gas emissions don't look promising for the environment either. Energy efficient windows can help keep your home cool by cutting down heat transfer and energy costs. A study undertaken by Queensland University of Technology (QUT) found that improved glazing choices can increase a home's star rating by 1.5 to 2.5 stars. With the Queensland Government's introduction of a mandatory minimum 5 star energy rating for new homes and major renovations from 1 March 2009, this is an important consideration for soon to be home owners and renovators. Viewed in a different way, if all Australian homes were fitted with high performance glazing, greenhouse gas emissions would be reduced by approximately 8 million tons per annum, which is the equivalent of taking 1.6 million cars off the road. Window replacement or upgrading glazing options for new homes is often overlooked and assumed to be too involved and expensive. The reality is that there are many options for upgrading your glazing to suit a wide range of window styles, performance needs and budgets, all of which can improve the comfort and value of your home. Not to forget operating costs: a home using performance glazing won't need an air conditioning system to be turned on as often, or being run as hardit will take less energy to cool the home and that coolness will be retained for longer- and that means lower power bills at a time when electricity prices are set to increase dramatically. Recent years have seen major advances in the Australian glass industry, and the result is a wide range

of glass solutions available to maximise control over your home's thermal comfort and energy efficiency. Viridian's durable “hard coat” Low-E products lie at the core of a wide range of glazing options for improving your home's thermal performance. These include Viridian's Thermotech™ range of high performance double glazing, as well as single sheet and laminated products, such as the ComfortSave™ and ComfortPlus™ product suites. As well as helping to keep your home cool, most glass products can be customised to offer additional benefits such as noise control, increased security and reduced sun glare. All of this can be achieved without heavy tinting or mirror like coatings that reduce natural light and detract from the appearance of your home. Having recently completed a $130 million upgrade to its Dandenong Victoria glass plant, Viridian is soon to commission its on-line “pyrolytic” coating process which applies an invisibly thin ceramic coating to its float glass as it flows from the furnace – the only technology of this type and scale to be found in the Southern Hemisphere. “The ideal insulating glass choice will allow you to forget about monitoring your home's energy performance and focus on enjoying the increased comfort of your home environment,” says Viridian's North QLD Area Manager, Paul Ebert. “People don't often realise it, but ordinary glass in windows is old technology – there's a wide range of performance glass available that has so much more to offer than the 3mm clear window glass we all grew up with. Home-owners should talk to a glass supplier that understands energy efficiency, discuss the options, save money and the environment, making your home cooler for less makes sense.” Owners of existing homes looking to retrofit energy efficient windows don't necessarily have to replace entire window fittings. While double glazing offers the optimal energy efficiency solution, retrofitting double glazing into existing frames may not always be possible or practical. Fortunately, significant energy savings of up to 32% can still be gained

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through single sheet Low-E products such as ComfortPlus and ComfortSave, which can generally be fitted into existing frames, just as you would replace broken windows.

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In the current climate, residential energy efficiency is one of the key areas to be addressed. The magnitude of the problem is so great that if everyone in Australia was to turn on their air-conditioners we don't have the available energy to operate them.

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Furthermore, it is estimated that one fifth of greenhouse gases emitted by the residential sector are from the use of air conditioners and heaters alone. From 1 July 2009 all newly installed air conditioners in Queensland will be required to meet 4 star Minimum Energy Performance Standards, but this alone is not going to solve the escalating environmental problems caused by air conditioning. For air conditioning to be most effective it is imperative that homes are adequately equipped to regulate heat loss/gain, and the easiest way to assist this process is through energy efficient glazing- a lifelong “set and forget” solution that controls the problem of unwanted heat loss/gain at the source. For more information on energy efficient glazing solutions please Viridian on 07 4775 4099 or visit viridianglass.com

ü to minimise calls and emails to the office? ü to minimise risks, rework and tasks being forgotten? ü to do a fee proposal in 30 minutes or less? ü to keep clients more informed about their job? ü to be proactive with your clients and staff? ü an organisational manual/induction program? ü tools to manage staff performance? ü your systems and website reviewed? ü someone to bounce ideas off?

Then let us Take Another Look at your business, people and systems to minimise your risks. Specialising in customised systems for building designers for small to large businesses in regional or capital cities Tamara Simon 0438 262 727 info@takeanotherlook.com.au www.takeanotherlook.com.au

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Tips to consolidate rather than capitulate by Tamara Simon In light of the current Global Economic Crisis (GEC) and the constant media bombardment, I think you could be forgiven if you were feeling a bit depressed, negative or maybe just gloomy. For those in business, life has possibly gotten a bit tougher (and maybe a bit quieter); with many trying to determine how long the GEC will last, what marketing strategies to maximise, and can they ride it out with hopefully their current staff levels in tact. In addition, the Federal Government's Stimulus Package probably won't assist many building designers, summed up I believe quite well by Joe Hockey, Shadow Treasurer on ABC's 'Q&A' show Thursday 19th February 2009. “Small business is not getting any incentive at the moment to continue to employ people when they're seeing fewer and fewer customers come in the door. You can have all the tax concessions you want for small business, but if small business hasn't got customers and if small business can't borrow money from banks, then small business isn't going to be able able to afford to buy new equipment.” So businesses have two choices 1. 2.

Increase Income Decrease Expenses

Simply having money in the bank account to pay the bills now doesn't ensure long term viability and sustainability – nor does it identify the business as successful, merely surviving or treading water. However for many, increasing income is not an option because the market is deciding not to purchase their services, let along pay a higher premium than in the past. So the only viable option is to reduce expenses to keep your doors open while we see out these uncertain times.

- Order stationery monthly rather than ad hoc - Not provide tea, coffee, milk for staff in the short term - Maximise onsite visits – plan multiple sites in one day rather than separate trips - Review financial delegations of staff to ensure no unnecessary/unauthorised spending - Review bank fees and charges – consolidate accounts/loans - Short term freeze on salary increases - Review telephone/mobile phone plans to get the best deal - Shop around for all purchases – look for discounts Cashflow areas to consider -

Invoice clients as soon as work is completed rather than simply at the end of each month Introduce deposit and progress payments

Finally, use this quiet time to review your systems and develop your templates to ensure they are not an additional expense item. REWORK = TIME = MONEY

Because it will get better (or back to what normal growth and productivity should be), rather than the wave of prosperity we've been riding for at least the past five years.

Contact Take Another Look to see whether your systems are putting your business at risk.

We just don't know when it will get better.… but businesses need to be ready when demand returns.

Next issue – What or whom are you tolerating rather than addressing?

As reducing salaries should be viewed as a last resort, here's some other avenues to first consider, at least in the GEC.

Tamara Simon Organisational Capability Specialist Take Another Look 0438 262 727 www.takeanotherlook.com.au

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FMC HomeGuard

A smart solution to a common site challenge HomeGuard® GT is a new innovative product to hit the termite management market, designed to give installers the tools to handle even the toughest projects. The recently APVMA registered product from FMC Australiasia is set to be a winner with builders and Speciality Business Manager, Ian Hendry is thrilled and excited about it's launch. “The introduction of HomeGuard GT further demonstrates the commitment of FMC to providing the builder and homeowners with a total system for the protection from termites. It encompasses a variety of new generation technologies suitable for even the most difficult installation situations. We remain committed to bringing new, innovative and proven termite management tools to the construction industry and HomeGuard® GT is just another example of this,” he says. HomeGuard GT allows installers to address the unexpected hurdles that always happen on site, it is also ideal for use during salvage or corrective situations, such as moving a service penetration. The tiny black granules fill voids of any size or shape, do not leach or degrade over time, and are extremely user friendly. “I believe every installer should carry a bag of HomeGuard® GT in their vehicles to sort out

those unexpected situations” says Queensland Area Manager, Chris Hill. “It is an integral part of the HomeGuard system that should be used in combination with HomeGuard sheet and collars. It is a proactive, granulated termite barrier that fits situations where the installation of the traditional HomeGuard sheet products is not suited to the building under construction”. The application of the lightweight granule suits construction situations where the voiding of cavity moisture is a key requirement, as it facilitates drainage of cavity moisture while maintaining the integrity of the termite barrier. It is also ideal in situations where the installation of HomeGuard Sheet is not possible because the frame of the structure has already been erected, or for small construction gaps that are common on a building site. Contact FMC on 1800 066 355 for full details.

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Estate of Trinity Beach is this modern version of a Queenslander from Matthew Carley. Emanating style and charm, the home blends beachside ambience with contemporary flavours and the laidback lifestyle indicative of Queensland living. A white slatted garden wall presents a private facade to the street. Passers-by catch glimpses of the eye-catching blue-green weatherboarding of the home and the timber deck path leading up to the front porch. Embracing outdoor living in comfort and style, a centrally located indoor patio room was designed to replace the traditional patio and has the ability to adapt to differing climatic conditions through the use of sliding

aluminum doors and screens. The pool sits adjacent to this area with a timber deck extending from the sliding doors to the pools edge. Generously sized open plan living areas create a flow-through effect, being placed at the front of the home with private quarters toward the rear. The lounge area includes louvered windows on all sides and the kitchen features a laminated mini-wall shielding the sink, with the granite bench top extending beyond as a table on a stainless steel frame. 100

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good ventilation through the motif louvered windows. A fourth bedroom or study area overlooks the rear garden. Featuring a corner bath, the large family bathroom is located to give access from the pool area deck as well as the rest of the home through a sliding glazed door. With a clean and bright colour scheme, warm finishes and inviting atmosphere, the home gives the feeling of a laidback Queensland beach shack without compromising privacy or luxury.

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BDAQ 2009 Regional PD Events SOUTH QUEENSLAND

17 & 18 APRIL SURFAIR MARCOOLA BEACH

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PROGRAM DAY 1 Friday 8.45am

Session 1 Site Information Design Brief Product Feature Town Planning Product Feature 10.30am Morning Tea 11.00am Session 2 Risk Management BDA RM Manual & WHS Review Product Feature 12.30pm Lunch 1.30pm Session 3 Product Feature Preliminary Layouts Design Workshop 3.00pm Afternoon Tea 3.30pm Session 4 Product Feature BCA Parts C & D Product Feature Design workshop 5.30pm CLOSE

DAY 2 Saturday 8.30am Session 5 BCA Parts E & F Product Feature BCA Part J Design Workshop 10.30am Morning Tea 11.00am Session 2 Product Feature Aesthetic Design Design Workshop Presentation 1.00pm Lunch 2.00pm CLOSE

DESIGN WORKSHOP This will be an interactive design workshop where you will be part of a design team on an interesting multi-res project. Just like the October Roadshow - there will be something for everyone.

SPEAKERS & FACILITATORS Greg Pershouse Building Designer, BDAQ President Darryl Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Brien Town Planner, Building Surveyor Certcon Building Certifiers David Job Building Surveyor, Certcon Building Certifiers Helen Johannsen Planned Risk Services Russell Brandon BDAQ Executive Director plus more! more information Phone: 07 3889 9119 Email: admin@bdaq.com.au

COST BDAQ/AIBS Member $125.00 Non-member $155.00 Student $75.00

Eco-Design Smart Building Design Program Building Sustainability Seminars are part of a program developed for the Australian Greenhouse Office in response to the need for more comprehensive, more practical and more detailed information for building professionals to assist the building industry to respond more effectively to the issue of emissions and climate change. The Eco-Design Smart Building Designer program has been developed by the Building Designers Association of Australia to provide recognition to members who possess the necessary knowledge and skills to provide appropriate design solutions to the sustainable building issues beyond the standard compliance with regulation mechanisms. Successful completion of the BSS program is the technical component of qualifying for the Eco-Design Smart program.

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Visitors wishing to attend DesignBUILD Sydney can now register online following the launch of DesignBUILD's new and improved website – www.designbuildexpo.com.au.

Want to lighten the load and create vast open spaces in multi-storey buildings? Now you can, with the arrival in Australia of Bubbledeck, the lightweight slab system that's taken Scandinavia by storm.

DesignBUILD Sydney takes place 21 – 23 May 2009 at Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre, Darling Harbour and will feature Australia's largest showcase of domestic and international building products, services and technologies. In addition to free online registration, the revamped website provides visitors with a comprehensive exhibition overview and informative 'What's On' section, outlining the exhibition's new and exciting initiatives. Information on how to maximise publicity opportunities as well as showcasing innovative products at one of DesignBUILD's new product areas are amongst the site's key features designed specifically for exhibitors. “DesignBUILD's new website is one of the first steps we're taking to better service the needs of both our visitors and exhibitors. With free registration now available online, we encourage anyone involved in residential, commercial or industrial building in Australia to take advantage of this offer and get involved now,” said Steve Horsley, Exhibition Manager, DesignBUILD Sydney. For more information or to register online, please visit www.designbuildexpo.com.au

Suitable for any suspended slab, Bubbledeck utilises a steel-caged network of soccer-ball sized plastic bubbles to fill each slab, reducing concrete and water content by around 30 per cent. Ingeniously, this allows for a 50 per cent increase in span lengths, eliminating the need for support beams and reducing the required number of load-bearing columns – while satisfying all engineering requirements. Bubbledeck is as strong as a normal concrete slab, only lighter, which opens the door to enhanced design freedom and capacity for open-plan, uncluttered interiors. Developed by Danish engineer Jorgen Breuning, over the last decade Bubbledeck has evolved into one of the most favoured building systems in Scandinavia. The first North American application was recently completed in Vancouver, Canada and the first project in Australia is currently underway in Perth. The Bubbledeck slab system will be on show at Form & Function For registrations and further information, visit: www.formandfunction.com.au.

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ROOFING REVOLUTION COLORBOND® STEEL INSPIRES THE NEXT GENERATION OF ROOFING MATERIALS

COLORBOND® steel proves yet again why it remains the leader in innovative rooﬁng materials with a new colour range and technological advancements which provide a new level of improved thermal performance for residential and commercial construction across the new standard colour palette. Colour improvements COLORBOND® steel has always provided an exciting range of contemporary colours, which just got better with the introduction of three new colours but still maintains an extensive twenty colour palette to suit every house style, geography and environment across Australia. The new colours are: Loft® - a rich, deep brown with a slight aubergine overtone, Monument™ – a deep and subtle charcoal grey/blue, and Evening Haze® - a neutral cream. Thermatech™ technology Climate change and the impact that buildings are having on the environment are issues that are becoming more important in the Australian market, with moves to improve the energy efﬁciency of homes and public buildings to help reduce the impact of construction on the environment and ultimately reduce energy bills. BlueScope Steel is proud to introduce the next generation of COLORBOND® steel which now incorporates new Thermatech™ technology which helps to do this by absorbing less of the

sun’s heat therefore keeping the roofspace cooler and providing greater thermal comfort in buildings that feature a roof made from COLORBOND® steel. Improved thermal efficiency The use of Thermatech™ technology means that on average across the entire colour range, there is a reduction in solar absorptance of five per cent. Not only does the new COLORBOND® steel standard colour palette have seven colours classified as light or very light under BASIX and the Building Code of Australia’s colour classification, but with the addition of Thermatech™ technology the greatest improvement in thermal performance is in the dark colour range. This offers builders and designers a greater choice of colours and in some parts of Australia, reduced need for the amount of insulation required to meet building regulations. BlueScope Steel’s residential business development manager for COLORBOND® steel, Greg Jones, commented: “Roofing made from COLORBOND® steel now provides builders and designers with a wider choice of lighter and contemporary colours, which can help to achieve reduced energy impact and keep roofs cooler. For builders and designers that like dark colours then COLORBOND® steel is the material of choice because the addition of Thermatech™ has improved the performance of our dark colour range the most.”

Warranty improvements BlueScope Steel has also rolled out a number of improved warranty offers, across applications such as rooﬁng, walling, and gutters and downpipes. For all COLORBOND® steel warranty information including eligibility and application, visit www. colorbond.com. All warranties are of course backed by Australia’s own BlueScope Steel – a name you can trust, giving you peace of mind. For further information on COLORBOND® steel call 1800 022 999 or visit www.colorbond.com

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A SPACIOUS HOME The Embodiment of charm, while maintaining function.

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April-09-021 Wednesday, 1 April 2009 10:56:54 AM

DESIGN FEATURE

GRIFFITH

HOUSE FROM SPAZIO Design is a stylish and contemporary family home situated in the Closeburn countryside. This spacious home embodies charm without compromising function and liveability for the owners and their family.

Utilising the natural contours of the site, the residence takes on multiple levels creating effortless separation between living, entertainment and private areas. Optimal cross ventilation is also achieved through the use of levels. Low maintenance materials were used throughout to maximise the liveability and warmth of the home. A neutral colour palette blended with rich timber tones amplifies this warm and inviting ambience.

Including a home theatre and large study, the remainder of the home leaves very little to be desired. The kitchen, dining and living areas exist in one large integrated space that leads out to the covered entertainment area. A rumpus room, complete with kitchenette and additional bathroom, acts as an extra entertaining area and flows seamlessly to the poolside. With effortless appeal, the simple and spacious yet charming home takes advantage of the breathtaking outlook and incorporates panoramic views from almost every room. There is plenty of privacy and every luxury is catered for.

The voluminous residence includes large bedrooms with built ins and a 3 way bathroom accessed from each of the rooms. Privacy is maintained with the inclusion of an ensuite to the master suite.

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April-09-022 Tuesday, 31 March 2009 12:44:36 PM

DESIGN FEATURE

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KITCHEN

HOME THEATRE

DINING ROBE LIVING ENTERTAINING

BED 1

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STUDY

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Marta Figlioli Spazio Design 07 3264 6762 info@spaziodesign.com.au

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April-09-023 Tuesday, 31 March 2009 12:48:00 PM

business.gov.au

business.gov.au is the Australian Government's award winning business website that offers free information about starting, running, growing or exiting your business. Growing your business in 2009 With Christmas and New Year now well and truly over, you can set your sights on ensuring your business grows and improves during 2009. Whether you are seeking larger premises for your business, want to branch out into a franchise, or are simply looking to grow your business or take on new staff, you will need to manage these changes successfully.You should also be aware of what grants, assistance and support is available for you in growing your business. business.gov.au's newly updated Growing your business checklist can show you what you can do to grow or improve your business.The online checklist covers the fundamental issues you may need to consider when you grow and improve your business. It contains compliance and regulatory issues, ideas for new business opportunities, and contact details for agencies that can give you advice along the way. Updating your structure and business plan Your business structure is often the first thing to change when your business grows, particularly if you start out on your own and then decide to take on a partner or even want to register your business as a company. Your existing business plan may have got you this far, but future planning is crucial to the ongoing growth of your business. As your business expands, you should regularly review and update your business plan. The checklist provides you with a number of contacts and tools you can use to update your business structure and business plan. Financial management and legal considerations Good financial management is essential for the expansion of your business. Getting your finances in order means your business can operate more efficiently and puts you in a better position when seeking funding for growth. As with finance, your legal obligations will change as your business grows. On the plus side, your annual turnover will be higher, but it could mean you need to register for GST. If you expand into different areas, such as providing new products and services in your business, you may need to gain additional licences and permits. Grants and financial assistance to expand your business Did you know that you can access grants and other funding from federal, state and territory governments, and in some cases from local councils? You can gain financial assistance for a range of business activities such as expanding your business, research and development, innovation and exporting. Check out the Growing your business checklist for more information.

Employing people and training As you enter this growth phase, you may hire your first apprentice or employee or may be hiring people in greater numbers than before. If you plan on employing new staff then you will need to know about your ongoing obligations such as employee entitlements, occupational health and safety obligations and workers compensation insurance obligations. You may also like to broaden your skill base and those of your staff. Attending training on new technologies and topics relevant to your business industry can help increase your profits, productivity, staff motivation and customer satisfaction. The checklist details numerous contacts for support and information to help you work out the exact entitlements of your employees along with a list of training opportunities in your area. Save the planet Your business growth does not have to mean the environment suffers. By introducing good environmental management practices you will not only reduce your overall impact on the planet, but your business can profit from cost savings through efficiency or productivity gains. You can learn how to implement an environmental management plan and minimise your impact simply by checking out the Growing your business checklist. Promote your business You may think marketing and advertising is the answer to successfully promoting your growing business, but without regularly assessing who your target audience and competitors are you may miss the mark. Making the right people aware of your business as it changes and grows is the key to success. If you have made significant changes to your business, you need to remember to also update your marketing plan and update your advertising material, such as business cards, signage and logos. Getting support and advice Not sure where to start? The checklist provides a list of government services available to help you grow or improve your business.These services can provide general advice, workshops, seminars and networking events, and can even match you with a mentor or business coach. The Growing your business checklist brings together a range of information from all levels of government in Australia to help you grow or improve your businesses. 2009 can be the year for your business to succeed, grow and improve. The right knowledge, support and business information is available for you at www.business.gov.au to manage this year's success. If you haven't got a copy of the Growing your business checklist yet, download your free copy from www.business.gov.au/checklist today.

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April-09-024 Monday, 23 March 2009 12:00:47 PM

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The Australian Timber Design Awards is a national competition designed to showcase and encourage the innovative structural and aesthetic use of timber in Australia. The National winner of the competition will receive, in addition to the Awards trophy, a two page editorial feature in a leading national architectural magazine.

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April-09-026- proof Monday, 16 March 2009 2:17:35 PM

DESIGN FEATURE

S PA C E , DURABILITY & STYLE

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April-09-027 Wednesday, 1 April 2009 10:44:55 AM

DESIGN FEATURE

OCATED IN UPMARKET Coomera, this ultra modern home by CJ Design Drafting is designed for space, durability and style with a relaxed atmosphere. The front faรงade provides maximum street appeal combining a blue-grey colour scheme with a massive timber and glass entry door within the front portico. The entry features weatherboarding creating a contemporary Queensland feel to the home.

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LDY

BED 4

BTH

KITCHEN

MEDIA

RUMPUS

GARAGE CPD DINING LIVING

BED 3

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BED 4 WIR DECK

ENS BED 1

STUDY

Featuring a stunning kitchen with large island bench, the open plan design of the home provides plenty of space for living and play without compromising privacy. The richly textured timber flooring creates a charming flow-through effect. The home is designed to embrace minimalism and an uncluttered feel. High ceilings enhance the spaciousness of the home, and high quality finishes ensure every luxury and comfort is catered for within a frame of function and livability. Separating the parents' area from the children's retreat is a lovely central living space that flows with openness and light, invoking a family orientated and stylish ambience. The children's area is also afforded a small deck which leads into the easily maintained yard. With the inclusion of a double garage and a carport to the side under the main roof, plenty of space is made available for vehicles without defacing the style of the home. A pool and alfresco deck placed centrally within the design caters for safety and easy accessibility from the living areas. 100 95 75

Carol Claffey CJ Design Drafting 07 5546 6386 cclaffey@bigpond.com

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April-09-028 Wednesday, 1 April 2009 12:09:17 PM

DESIGN FEATURE

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April-09-029 Wednesday, 1 April 2009 10:52:30 AM

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