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Welcome to the latest issue of Construction Source Australia, the magazine that highlights the best in building and building products across the country. In this edition, we take a look at a variety of building industry providers with home bases all across Australia. Chateau Architects + Builders, for example, is one of Sydney’s leading luxury custom home building companies, with a history in the city going back over 50 years. To tell their story, we spoke with Alexander McDonald, the company’s construction director, and the son of founder Malcolm McDonald, who first started the business in 1969. We talked about the company’s storied history and about some of their recent landmark homes – including an acclaimed Seaforth home, for which they were awarded an MBA NSW prize for ‘Master Builder of the Year’ and the HIA NSW award for ‘Home of the Year,’ among other accolades. Also featured in this issue is Timpelle, another longstanding, family-owned, and industry-acclaimed company with deep roots in New South Wales. In their case, they have providing custom cabinetry, kitchen design, and full home fit-outs for over 40 years, and they have stood at the forefront of the state’s building industry throughout their industry. Once again, we spoke to the company’s second-generation leader – Joe Timpano founded the company in 1984, and his son Joseph came aboard about 10 years ago. We talked to Joseph about the company’s founding ethos, how that ethos has powered their growth and longevity, and how their full-service approach to joinery eliminates stress for clients. We also highlighted the company’s largest project do date – and we discussed why they want to do more projects like it moving forward. For those stories – and a whole lot more like them, in this edition and future editions – just keep reading. All the best, The Editorial Team We will keep adding business units that enhance our offering and separate us from our competition. “ ” Editor From The Dear Reader,

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The Construction Source Australia With a readership exceeding 136,000 senior executives, The Construction Source Australia takes immense pride in providing an enticing platform to amplify your message to the most pivotal audience – your valued customers. Whether your aim is to promote an exciting new condo development, attract crucial financial investments for upcoming projects, or establish a commanding brand presence, we’re here to assist you every step of the way. To explore opportunities for featuring your company or showcasing your latest project in The Construction Source Australia, please reach out to our Group Publisher. Jermaine Poulsen e:info@theconstructionsource.com.au The Construction Source Australia Suite 11.01, Level 11, 175 Castlereagh Street, Sydney, NSW 2000, Australia info@theconstructionsource.com.au ABN: 42 976 059 923 Executive Publisher Jermaine Poulsen COO Alexandra Box Editor in Chief Zach Janes Director of Operations Jacqueline Van Belois Business Development Managers Cheryl Ezinicki Production Manager Brennan Midghall Digital Strategist Pranim Thapa

JUNE 2026 Industry INNOVATIONS Product of the Month The Kights Scanner INNOVATIVE DESIGN & BUILD GROUP Clarity, honesty, and confidence HARDY FENCING A family focus TALLWOOD CUSTOM BUILT HOMES Award Winners Since 1998 ANCHOR BUILDING SERVICES Reinventing space for today’s market ACUSTRUCT builds people’s dreams TM & VF LAMPREY BUILDERS For Lamprey Builders, the best part of construction is handing over the keys SJC ENGINEERING Getting things done IN THIS ISSUE JUNE 2026 INNOVATIVE DESIGN & BUILD GROUP HARDY FENCING

JUNE 2026 Aluminum expected to accelerate worldwide adoption of electric and self-driving vehicles Material takes on an ever-widening role in tomorrow’s vehicles For more than a decade, concerns about fuel efficiency have been encouraging OEMS to replace steel with aluminum on vehicle bodies, doors, trunks, hoods, bumpers, crash boxes, brakes, cables and wheels. With the advent of electric and autonomous vehicles, OEMs worldwide are discovering new uses for aluminum. The need for battery casings and heat exchangers in electric vehicles, combined with autonomous vehicles’ demands for high visibility and structural integrity, is expected to exponentially increase the use of sheet aluminum in tomorrow’s cars, trucks and buses. Supporting the transition to battery-powered vehicles Four major design challenges confront OEMs in their transition to electric vehicles. Extending vehicle range Improving battery and passenger safety Increasing passenger comfort Optimizing cooling systems for lithium-ion batteries The substitution of sheet aluminum for steel helps resolve OEM concerns. Industry INNOVATIONS

The Construction Source Australia The lighter the vehicle, the longer its range. According to Ducker Worldwide, aluminum is expected to contribute more than half of the anticipated vehicle mass reduction demanded by electric vehicles (EVs) to extend range. Ducker reports that in North America alone, aluminum content in EVs will increase to nearly 565 pounds (256 kilgrams) per vehicle by 2028. The larger the vehicle, the heavier the battery and casing required to optimize the EV’s range. It is the larger EVs, i.e., sedans, SUVs, taxis, trucks and buses, that will realize the greatest benefits from a steel-to-aluminum conversion. In the U.S., a vehicle’s gross weight determines which class of commercial driver’s license (CDL) will be required. Without lightweighting, some EVs could demand a higher-class license or additional endorsements due to the added weight of the battery. In older European cities like Brussels or London, some bridges and tunnels only allow vehicles up to 3.5 tons in weight, a target that is very difficult to meet for larger EVs without lightweighting. For heavier material transport EVs such as trucks, weight reduction enables an increased payload, providing a significant monetary benefit. Generally, the larger the vehicle, the higher the payback. Particularly relevant for larger human transport EVs such as buses and taxis, the weight reduction made possible through aluminum provides the added benefit of reduced CO2 emissions and improved air quality, of value not only to vehicle operators, but to the communities they serve. The thermal and anti-corrosion properties of aluminum make it ideal for battery frames. Sea-water resistant, highly formable, highly surfaced aluminum alloys provide the strength necessary to pass side-impact crashworthiness testing, protecting passengers and the battery should impact occur. Casing floor plates made out of aluminum are not only strong, but also capable of resisting corrosion related to weather exposure. These characteristics enable aluminum battery casings to resist weather-related deterioration and impact from road debris, minimizing the risk of related fires and further securing passenger safety. Optimizing battery and human safety Extending range Dispersing heat The batteries used in EVs produce energy while charging and decharging, requiring the use of heat exchangers to dissipate heat. But the types of heat exchangers used in vehicle air conditioning systems are inadequate to meet this new challenge. Aluminum clad brazing (which connects multiple layers of aluminum together to disperse heat) requires heating in a controlled atmosphere (e.g., a vacuum) to achieve optimum joining. Aluminum heat exchangers designed specifically to meet the challenges presented by electric vehicles can use as many as five types of aluminum sandwiched together, with the layers providing gradient properties to optimize cooling. These specialized processes and materials address OEM concerns, ensuring adequate dissipation of the heat generated by battery-powered vehicles. An experienced aluminum processing partner can help OEMs specify the right process and alloys to meet specific vehicle temperature thresholds, ideally working side by side with OEM engineers early in the design process to maximize the performance of electric vehicles. IT IS THE LARGER EVS, I.E, SEDANS, SUVS, TAXIS, TRUCKS AND BUSES, THAT WILL REALIZE THE GREATEST BENEFITS FROM A STEEL -TO-ALUMINUM CONVERSION .

JUNE 2026 The luxury sedan market will likely be the first to transition to self-driving electric vehicles. Passenger comfort and safety, and an expansive view of the surrounding environment, are expected to be top priorities for this market. The hefty B pillars used in conventional vehicles to meet structural requirements for crashworthiness are undesirable in a self-driving scenario. To enable large windows and an unobstructed view without sacrificing passenger safety, lightweight aluminum will be the strong material of choice. Supporting the eventual transition to autonomous vehicles In addition to the design challenges presented by EVs, society’s demand for sustainable solutions will likely continue to be a driver in the transition to aluminum-lightweighted vehicles. A Forschungsgesellschaft Kraftfahrwesen mbH Aachen (fka) study, using a Volkswagen Golf as its reference vehicle, determined that an electric aluminum-based vehicle could meet the same safety standards as its steelbased equivalent, while emitting 1.5 tons less greenhouse gases over its lifecycle, taking into consideration production, a total driving distance of more than 93,000 miles (150,000 kilometers) and eventual recycling. Ongoing environmental concerns Conclusion Aluminum alloys are ideally suited to the design challenges presented by electric and autonomous vehicles. By aligning with aluminum partners deeply experienced in developing processes and alloys to meet demanding performance requirements, transportation vehicle OEMs are accelerating the pace of EV and self-driving vehicle adoption throughout North America. .

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Clarity, honesty, and confidence

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Innovative Design & Build Group (IDBG) is an award-winning luxury homebuilding company based in Brisbane. For over 10 years, they have been specializing in high-end architectural new builds and complex renovations across South East Queensland. Today, they are well known in the region for the quality of their workmanship – as evidenced by their history of prestigious award nominations and victories – as well as for their efficiency and reliability – which is enhanced by their use of technology. Clients know they can trust IDBG to handle their project from initial design and council approvals, through to construction and final finishes, and they rest assured knowing their project will be delivered to an exceptional quality standard. “Excellence is at the core of everything we do,” says Warren Jones, founder managing director. “Our commitment to superior craftsmanship, strong communication and informed decisionmaking ensures our clients receive lasting value and outstanding results. We believe quality should never be compromised, and our team works diligently to uphold the highest construction standards on every build.” “We’re passionate about building more than homes,” he adds. “We build enduring relationships, reliable outcomes and spaces that stand the test of time.” Warren personally comes from a background in carpentry and has been working in the construction industry for over 20 years. After years of managing companies for other people, he struck out on his own and formed IDBG in 2016. Initially, the company started doing smaller THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE AUSTRALIA

JUNE 2026 projects such as decks and bathroom renovations, but the quality of their work rapidly propelled them to new heights. These days, IDBG works primarily in a two-hour radius of the Brisbane area, and Warren describes their “sweet spot” as projects valued over $2 million – though the company’s biggest project, which they are doing now, is valued at roughly $9 million, and they’ll also do projects lower in value for repeat clients. “Once we have that relationship, we’re happy to do a project for them that would be under that price point,” Warren says. “That actually happens pretty often, because we tend to build some really great relationships. Our clients keep coming back to us.” That customer loyalty is hard-earned. Warren attributes it not just to their quality, but also their transparency and their efficiency. He says IDBG runs a tight operation, and much of that efficiency is driven by a deliberate investment in technology and, increasingly, artificial intelligence. By streamlining construction management and reducing administrative overhead, the company can keep project timelines sharp and communication clear – a priority that Warren considers non-negotiable, particularly at the upper end of the market. “Most of the time, it’s our clients’ forever home,” he explains. “Especially when we’re talking about $9 million projects, they want to get it exactly right – they want it to be exactly what they envisioned. Achieving that is about having clear communication and making sure that everybody’s

THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE AUSTRALIA on the same page with the level of finish they want.” At the same time, IDBG also strives to stay flexible throughout the build process – which is not always the case in their industry. “We give our clients the ability to make changes as we go through the project,” Warren says. “A lot of builders are anti-doing that. But if we can help our clients get the best possible finish and be the happiest they can be about their project, then we’re all for it. At the end of the job, we don’t want them looking at a door and wishing it was somewhere else. We want everything to be exactly the way they want it. I think that goes a long way to building trust.” Trust, Warren explains, is the foundation of everything. The building industry carries a reputation – sometimes deserved – for cornercutting and opacity. IDBG has worked hard to forge an opposite reputation and to make clients feel as confident and stress-free as possible throughout the process. “We may not be the cheapest, but would you prefer to spend an extra $50,000 or $100,000 building with someone you feel completely comfortable with, or save that money and feel uneasy about your builder?” Warren asks. “That’s why a lot of people choose Innovative.” New clients find their way to IDBG through several avenues. Warren also runs a development company that builds spec homes, and those projects serve as compelling examples of their company’s capabilities. Many prospective clients reach out after touring those open homes and seeing firsthand the level of finish IDBG delivers. A strong social media presence drives inquiries as well, and a steady stream of referrals from satisfied clients rounds out the pipeline. Once someone reaches out, Warren says it’s just a matter of “selling them on what Innovative is about” – which is “clarity, honesty, and confidence.”

According to Warren, Innovative Design & Build Group’s ability to deliver on their promises is a result of the calibre of their team. IDBG currently employs 18 people, from apprentices and carpenters through to leading hands, project managers, a construction manager, and Warren himself at the helm alongside administration manager Mel Davidson. Over the years, the company has maintained a notably low staff turnover, which Warren credits to a culture built on genuine investment in people. Quarterly team days – rock climbing, group activities – keep the camaraderie strong, but Warren believes what really keeps people around is the way they empower them and give them room to grow. “When I first started Innovative, I was definitely a control freak,” he admits. “Then I learned that best way for the company to grow was Room to grow JUNE 2026

for me to let go of the controlling aspect and trust the people below me with more responsibility, while mentoring them and teaching them to lead.” “I’m obviously a leader for the whole team, but then my construction manager needs to be a leader for the project managers, and the project managers have need to be leaders for my site supervisors,” he explains. “The values have to work their way down, and that’s what has happened, because we have such a limited turnover of people.” “Two of the people that were here at the beginning are still with us now,” he continues. “One’s the construction manager and one’s a project manager. So they know exactly what the business is about and how it’s supposed to be run, and that filters down the line to the younger guys and even the apprentices that are coming up. That keeps the culture strong. It also shows the apprentices that there are career development opportunities here, that there’s room to grow in the company. I think that encourages them to stay with us.” IDBG also enjoys similarly longstanding relationships with their roster of subcontractors and suppliers. Many of those partners them have been working with the company since the beginning, growing their own businesses in tandem. “My plumber, my sparky, my plasterers – they’ve been with me pretty much from the start,” Warren says. “They’re not really just work colleagues. They’re friends.” Another example of a close-knit partner would be Bayside Kitchens, a custom kitchen and cabinetmaking company also based in Brisbane. Much like IDBG, they are a company committed to quality and customer satisfaction. They similarly achieve those metrics by taking a holistic approach – they handle everything from initial consultation to final installation, they emphasize clear communication throughout the project lifecycle, and they ensure that every finished product reflects their extremely high standard of quality. They also ensure quality by manufacturing everything in house – they don’t use cheap imports, every cabinet they produce is 100 per cent guaranteed. THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE AUSTRALIA

Over the years, as a result of the relationships they have formed and the quality standards they uphold, IDBG has successfully earned a long list of prestigious industry awards. For example, at the MBA Gold Coast Housing & Construction Awards, the company has accumulated five wins to date – a track record that spans multiple years and categories. Most recently, at the 2025 MBA Awards, IDBG was repeatedly recognized for their work on a project called Illalangi – a fully selfsustaining home situated atop a mountain at Bunburra, southwest of Brisbane. At the Gold Coast Awards, that project won the category for ‘Individual Home $4 to $5 million.’ The same project also later won the ‘BUSSQ Super President’s Award’ at the Queensland Awards – which is among the most esteemed honours in the state. Warren describes Illalangi as a “distinctive” and “challenging” build, Industry recognised JUNE 2026

designed to blend a farmhouse aesthetic with contemporary detail while operating entirely offgrid. Solar systems, water tanks, an infinity-edge glass-end lap pool, and a spacious sauna were all woven into a build of roughly 800-plus square metres, set against a backdrop of mountain ranges and sweeping views that made for spectacular photography at sunrise and sunset. “It was an incredible spot,” Warren says. “The clients trusted us to do their forever home, and it was just a really cool build. The backdrop made for some incredible photos and videos, but I put that success down to our team and our contractors. That project is a great representation of what Innovative is about.” The project also demonstrated the lengths IDBG will go to in order to deliver. Located an hour and 45 minutes from Brisbane, Warren arranged for his team and key contractors to stay on-site in nearby accommodation, ensuring the full IDBG experience could be brought to a remote location without compromise. Moving forward, Warren’s goal is to continue delivering award-worthy projects like that one, and to continue growing the company as a result. However, he acknowledges that there will be challenges ahead, such as Brisbane’s forthcoming 2032 Olympic Games. Those games are very likely to be complicating factor for the local construction industry – a surge of governmentdriven infrastructure work is expected to create a genuine trade shortage, making it harder for builders to retain staff and keep costs predictable. In response to that looming challenge, Warren says that his goal is not to get too big, but to THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE AUSTRALIA

instead grow at a cautious and sustainable pace. He envisions a direct team of around 30 by 2032, with the company progressively moving into the super high-end of the market. He is also drawn to what he calls “destination builds” – which would involve taking the IDBG model to remarkable locations beyond Brisbane’s immediate footprint, whether on the Sunshine Coast, the Gold Coast, or even further afield to places like Tasmania. Additionally, as the company expands, they will also focus on refining their systems and processes and staying upto-date technologically. “If you’re not jumping onto AI, for example, you are going to get left behind,” Warren says. “So we’re looking at that now. We always try to stay ahead of the curve and make sure we’re incorporating new technology into our business where it fits.” At the same time, Warren emphasizes that some things will never change for IDBG – such as their high standards of quality or their unwavering commitment to client satisfaction. “We’re not going to turn into this massive company that compromises the values and standards we started with,” he says. “We’re always going to remain focused on the quality of our builds and making sure that our clients are at the forefront of everything we do.” JUNE 2026

THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE AUSTRALIA For more on Innovative Design & Build Group, their past projects, their industry awards, and their latest news – and to get in touch with Warren and his expert team – visit https://idbgroup.com.au/

A family focus

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Hardy Fencing, based in Alice Springs, is a locally and Indigenous-owned fence contracting and hire business. Since forming in the late 1980s, they have greatly expanded their operations and footprint, and have earned a wealth of experience supplying and fitting all styles of fencing. These days, they are well known throughout the Northern Territory, Western Australia and South Australia for their depth of capabilities and industry expertise – which now includes not just fence supply and installation, but also fence hire and construction works. “Our goal is to cater to our clients’ needs,” says Sydney Maloney, director of the company. “Over the years, we’ve expanded our fleet of plant and equipment in order to better meet those needs, and now the flexibility of our business is a big part of what sets us apart.” Sydney has been involved in the fencing industry almost all his life. Back in the 1960s, his father was a rural contractor that did fencing for cattle stations, and he started working with his dad when he was 10 years old. In the 1970s, he joined his dad full-time, and in the 1980s he ended up taking over the family business. He first started working with Hardy Fencing as a subcontractor, doing a lot of their large-scale remote jobs. The owner at the time was looking to move to Tasmania, so Sydney approached him about buying the business. They came to an agreement and Sydney took over in January 2020. The timing, Sydney admits, wasn’t the greatest – two weeks after taking over, the COVID pandemic hit, and the company was temporarily disallowed from travelling into the bush, where many of their contracts took place. To get by, they had to rely THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE AUSTRALIA

JUNE 2026 on commercial projects around Alice Springs. Those first couple of years were difficult, but the company persevered and came out stronger and more capable on the other side. That resilience is no accident. It is rooted in a deep sense of identity and purpose. As previously mentioned, Hardy Fencing is now 100 percent Indigenous-owned, with Sydney and his family belonging to the Luritja people from southwest of Alice Springs, in the country stretching toward Kings Canyon and Uluru. That connection to community is not merely a point of pride – it shapes every aspect of how the company operates. Today, between 85 and 90 percent of Hardy Fencing’s full-time staff are Indigenous, a figure that reflects a deliberate and ongoing commitment to creating opportunity for their own mob. “We’re giving our own people a lot of work,” Sydney says. “That’s very important to us, and I think it’s actually a big part of what sets us apart. We connect with the locals; with people from the communities we’re working in. In some cases, that’s why our clients choose us. They appreciate that engagement.” Currently, Hardy Fencing employs around 20 staff. Their work spans a wide range of contract values – a typical project, such as fencing for Indigenous remote housing, comes in around the $35,000 mark, while their largest contracts, including security fencing for airstrips, can reach $500,000 to $600,000. That breadth of scope is a deliberate part of who they are, and it distinguishes them from larger contractors who set minimum project thresholds. Hardy Fencing takes on what needs doing, at whatever scale, and they do it well.

THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE AUSTRALIA According to Sydney, the company’s work comes through a combination of channels, including online inquiries, emails, and industry events – but Mark Bruno, the company’s general manager, says the most effective way they generate business is through meeting people face-to-face. “We tend to do really well face-to-face,” Mark says. “We care a lot about what we do and we care about the people we do it with. When we get the chance to meet with clients in person, I think they’re able to see that.” At all levels, with all stakeholders, Mark says that Hardy Fencing strives to build close personal relationships – with clients, employees, and the broader community alike. He describes their employees as “extended family.” Staff who are struggling with drug or alcohol issues, accommodation problems, or reintegration after time in the prison system are not turned away. They are given a chance. “We reach out to them, they reach out to us, and we give them opportunities to work for us – whether it’s short-term, long-term, whatever,” Sydney says. “We also connect with unemployment agencies in Alice Springs and find people looking for jobs. We currently have about eight of those people working for us in our yard, just to get them started back in their working career.” Mark echoes this sentiment, framing the company’s culture in terms of what they are trying to build beyond the fenceline. “Our culture is all about trying to create pathways for Indigenous and non-Indigenous people getting into the workforce,” he says. “We try and assist them with

anything they’re troubled with. We’re more like a family network at Hardy Fencing.” That family ethos extends to their relationships with subcontractors and suppliers. Hardy Fencing makes a conscious effort to source locally – keeping business within Alice Springs wherever possible – and they treat the contractors who work alongside them as genuine partners rather than transactional vendors. Mark points to Sydney’s own trajectory as a guiding philosophy. “Sydney was a subcontractor and now owns the business, so he knows the whole road,” Mark says. “We’d like to give everyone that opportunity to grow and advance professionally. We try and help them grow wherever they need to, and if the time comes that they get big enough to run their own business, so be it – we try and support them through that process.” That commitment to people and community has not gone unnoticed. Hardy Fencing recently won the Certified Supplier of the Year Award through Supply Nation, a national body that registers and certifies Indigenous businesses. Mark says that award carried particular weight, because they were competing with companies across all of Australia. “It just shows that all the hard work we’ve put into trying to help each individual employee get off the streets or get a job – someone is taking note of what we’re trying to do,” he says. “That means a lot to us.” JUNE 2026

Over the years, Hardy Fencing has been involved in a number of high profile and large-scale projects. As a recent example, Sydney points to the Docker River Flexible Aged Care Facility, located in Kaltukatjara, one of the most remote communities in Australia. That $25 million facility was delivered by Intract Australia, an Indigenous-owned business unit of McMahon Services. As an Indigenous business, Intract specifically sought out Hardy Fencing for the fencing work, making it a clear example of one Indigenous business choosing to support another. The overall project is a fully equipped aged care facility that provides a culturally safe space that allows Indigenous Elders to remain connected to their community. It includes 26 beds, including two palliative care beds, as well as culturally responsive spaces and outdoor areas. It is believed to be the first of its kind in the country, and Mark says it is likely to attract national recognition. Making a difference THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE AUSTRALIA

“It’s above and beyond what anyone has ever done before,” Mark says. “That would be our most prized job at the moment.” Sydney adds that the relationship forged on that project have already led to further opportunities. “Working with that mob at Docker River has led to another job they gave us here in town in Alice Springs,” he says. “They like what we’re doing, so they gave us another big contract. One thing just leads to another.” In addition to Docker River, the company’s dedicated remote Indigenous crew have also recently completed significant fencing work in the Pitjantjatjara lands in northern South Australia – including fencing around local cemeteries and securing airstrips against feral stock. In communities where a well-fenced airstrip can be a matter of safety, that work carries real meaning. Hardy Fencing makes a point of engaging local community members at every remote job site, inviting them to work alongside their crews and gain hands-on experience. “We connect with the local agencies and ask the locals if they want to join in and work with us,” Sydney says. “Seeing locals involved in putting up a fence with us, connecting with our workers – maybe they look forward to getting their own job some time down the track. We give them that opportunity. That’s a satisfying part of the job for us.” Moving forward, Hardy Fencing’s vision is to continue that community engagement. They also envision getting bigger and adding more staff, but JUNE 2026

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Sydney is clear that growth for its own sake is not the goal – what matters is doing the work right, keeping within their capabilities, and continuing to look after the people who depend on them. “We want to bring on new clients, as long as we don’t get so big that we can’t handle what we’re trying to do,” he says. “Our goal is to keep the working within our capabilities, pay our way, look after our workers, look after our clients – and hopefully the government keeps putting out tenders and we win some more big contracts.” Mark shares that ambition. He says that while they “definitely want to grow,” it’s not just because they want to make more money – it’s because they want to provide more opportunity. “We’d love to take on a larger workforce and bring up more apprentices,” he says. “That’s why we want to grow – so we can train up more people and get them into jobs. That’s what motivates us more than anything. We want to make a difference in our community.” JUNE 2026

THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE AUSTRALIA For more on Hardy Fencing, their range of services, their past projects, and their past clients – and to get in touch with Sydney, Mark, and the rest of their expert team – visit www.hardyfencing.com.au/

Award Winners Since 1998

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Designing and building award winning architectural homes and major renovations and additions in Australia’s South West, Tallwood Custom Built Homes specializes in difficult sites and knockdown/rebuilds through innovative design and remarkable construction methods. Since 1998, Managing Director Alex Campbell has directed his attention to quality constructions and design solutions. It is Alex’s philosophy that the successful ‘bringing to life’ of a client’s dream home lies within one-to-one personalised service, a high level of supervision and fastidious quality control through all stages. As custom home builders from Bunbury to Margaret River, Alex understands that a client’s new home needs to make everyday living easier and inject a little luxury. That’s why Tallwood builds every project with the very best materials, techniques and craftsmanship, ensuring that their clients’ homes are of the highest standard. “We’re not afraid of detail and embrace innovation at every turn, so will work with your specific plans to bring your vision to life, no matter how challenging. With our in house design team, we can be a one stop shop, resulting in a smooth and seamless construction process.” Alex founded Tallwood Constructions in 1998. Over the years, our passion really lays in housing which prompted the targeted rebranding to Tallwood Custom Built Homes. Over the past 27 years, Alex has seen a lot of highs and lows in the industry. Initially starting with just himself and eventually building Tallwood up to THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE AUSTRALIA

a staff of 42 before the global financial crisis of 2007-08 depleted the construction industry. Since the COVID boom, the company has consolidated and Alex has returned to being more hands-on. Today, they employ four supervisors and four office staff. Most of Tallwood’s work is in South Western Australia. Alex prefers to work with his loyal suppliers and sub-contractors. “You just don’t have those long-standing relationships when breaking ground in new areas and we want to always deliver the best experience for our clients,” he says. As one of Australia’s most awarded custom home builders, Tallwood Custom Built Homes has received over 70 National, State and South West HIA Awards over the past 20 years. In 2023 Tallwood Custom Built Homes received the following prestigious awards: 2023 HIA CSR Western Australian Home of the Year; 2023 SW Home of the Year; and 2023 Regional Home of the Year. According to Alex, that recognition is a testament to the company’s attention to customer service, quality and delivery. At the recent 2024 HIA CSR National Housing Awards, Tallwood represented WA for the overall Home of the Year. Whilst the Melbourne entrant received the Home of the Year award, Alex says “It is validation of the dedicated suppliers and tradespeople in the South West, which demonstrates that we are as good as the best in the country.” He largely credits the success of their awardwinning 2023 home to the relationships they formed by all of the parties involved: “The architect and clients were excellent to work with, and the clients were very thankful and appreciative with of their beautiful new home,” he says. “The communication, knowledge and execution of details by our senior supervisor, Brarnt Cumming, really made the attention to detail exceptional.” Tallwood Custom Built Homes tackles projects mainly in the $2.5 to $3 million range, but will work on any custom-built project. “Our projects range from $400,000 to $6 million,” says Alex. “As long as the project is a home, there’s no top limit. We have the expertise and capacity. Our clients choose Tallwood because they have trust in us and we try to make sure every experience with us is a positive one.” JUNE 2026

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How does Alex form positive relationships with clients? “As the owner of company I’m also the sales person, the first person a client talks to,” says Alex. “We have a dedicated contract administrator and supervisor and our company policy is that the client, supervisor, administrator and myself are included in all emails. They’re aware that I’m involved in every project,” he says. These positive client interactions have resulted in many referrals to Tallwood. It also fosters a positive attitude within the company. “We have nine people in the company at present,” says Alex. “I try to have honesty and trust with the staff, just as with the clients. We are a team and everyone has each other’s backs. There’s no grandstanding or prima donnas. We all have the same desire to build the best homes for our clients.” Fostering Positive Customer Relations JUNE 2026

Their roster of sub-contractors receives this same attitude. “We’ve been in business 27 years and we still use lot of the same contractors and suppliers from day one,” says Alex. “Since COVID we don’t quote against other builders. We want to work with architects and clients who want to work with us.” We don’t believe that trying to be the cheapest builder will deliver the best quality home,” says Alex. “That has allowed us to effectively have a team of contractors who work for us - electricians, painters, etc. that work on all of our projects. I’ve found this to be very reassuring for our clients. As the current HIA Home of the Year recipient I can explain to our clients that the same trades that built the Home of the Year is building their home.” As Managing Director, Alex has a consistent plan moving forward, which he communicates to his clients and team. “Two of my supervisors are going to take over the company in three years time. I’m mentoring them so they can continue Tallwood after I retire,” he says. “If you don’t have a plan, then you fail,” he says. “By having a plan that provides certainty for everyone involved, it allows everything to flow without anyone wondering what’s going to happen. I am committed to ensure a seamless transition over the next few years.” “Where we are at the moment is the best for us, size-wise,” he says. “It will be up to my successors to decide how to grow the company in the future.” Alex’s plans for Tallwood do not include branching THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE AUSTRALIA

out into other markets. “We’re comfortable in the custom home building space,” says Alex. “I have taken on commercial projects over the years and I find the architecture of tilt panel concrete units unappealing and not something that excites me.” Alex has some advice to pass on to young builders starting out. “Talk to as many people as you can in the industry,” he says. “When I started, I worked very long hours and didn’t reach out to other people. Don’t be frightened to talk to other builders. There are excellent mentors and coaches available such as Kurt from Builders Coach.” “I’m also part of a mastermind group of contemporary builders. We do not consider ourselves competitors and prices are never discussed. Due to the nature of the industry, no one else understands us better than another builder. Being able to discuss our experiences in a safe place is invaluable.” JUNE 2026

For more on Tallwood Custom Built Homes and to see their extensive list of awards, along with their services and capabilities – and to get in touch with Alex and the rest of their expert team today – visit https://tallwood.com.au/ THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE AUSTRALIA

Reinventing space for today’s market

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Anchor Building Services is a leading Brisbane construction company providing responsive building services across all trades for the past 24 years. “Our high standards of quality and workmanship are consistent across all of our residential and commercial projects, including house construction, building renovations, facilities management, property management and maintenance, refurbishments and emergency repairs,” says Tom Clarke, the company’s Business Manager. “Our tight professional team thrives on projects that have a high level of detail or are technically challenging,” adds Sara Turnbull. She describes the cultural atmosphere as “close”, with five staff in office and 12 people in the field. THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE AUSTRALIA

These days, Anchor Building’s clients range from developers to homeowners looking to upgrade their house or build their dream home. Residentially, they mainly build architectural modern-style homes – though they are currently seeing a trend toward Hamptonstyle homes in the Queensland and Brisbane bay areas, and they also do a lot of traditional home projects. Geographically, all of their residential work is within ten kilometres of the city. On the commercial side of the business, Anchor Building started out helping a facilities management group on the coast, fitting out office spaces to suit their business. They have graduated to facility maintenance, property maintenance, and management. “We work with small businesses fitting out new offices and do preventative maintenance to maintain the space being occupied,” says Tom “We’ve got the knowledge and expertise to overhaul your South East Queensland premise without stress. Our qualified tradespeople can renovate, reinvigorate or repurpose your space with a quality fit out or refurbishment.” Operations and capabilities JUNE 2026

Their commercial specialty is more complex fit outs and refurbishments whereby they ensure council approval is obtained. “We’re the best choice because it’s important to engage a qualified builder from the beginning of your project, to ensure that all your council requirements, industry codes and compliance measures are met – and save you headaches or budget blow outs down the track,” Tom says. In order to optimally service their commercial clients, they have dedicated after hours staff who are available 24/7 to carry out assessments and coordinate emergency make-safe work. “It doesn’t matter if you need temporary fencing or warning signs erected, emergency plumbing or electrical services, windows or doors repaired to secure your premises – we can help,” says Tom. Depending on the issue, Anchor Building will deploy one of their experienced in-house field technicians, or call on a specialist tradesperson if need be. THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE AUSTRALIA

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While commercial contracts are very important to Anchor Building, their signature is in their architectural homes. They recently finished two builds – at 26 and 28 Thorpe Street, in Indooroopilly, Queensland. At 28 Thorpe Street is the multi-million ‘Bianco’, a prestigious new home with three levels of refined interiors and premium luxuries. Designed by Invilla Architecture and North Interiors, it features Venetian plaster walls, stone and timber finishes and an entertaining area with outdoor kitchen and Beefeater barbecue. The gardens were created by Ecru Landscape Architecture & Design Studio, all overlooking tranquil Mt. Cootha vistas. Not to be outdone by its’ neighbour, Tom describes ‘Alto’ at 26 Thorpe Street as the perfect home for a professional family. With refined interiors and premium finishes, this five-bedroom home “is a sanctuary to come home to and not want to leave,” says Tom. Relevant and competitive THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE AUSTRALIA

The hub of this family home is a dream gourmet kitchen displaying a fluted-stone island bench and a butler’s pantry. The elevated north-facing residence also has tranquil views to Mt Cootha and showcases an artisan exterior Cordillera stone wall and beautiful landscaping. Unique to this home are its curved doorways, a sweeping staircase, Engineered European oak chevron timber flooring and lofty ceilings. Modern technology is integrated into this build. “The house has a Control 4 home automation system which operates lighting, security cameras, alarm, eight sound zones and television,” says Tom. “There are Wi-Fi transponders around the home so the owner can control the house with the touch of a button on their phone including being able to turn all the lights, air-conditioning, and televisions all off at the touch of a button when they exit.” “This is probably one of the best products we’ve done, regarding scale and level of finish. It has all the bells and whistles in today’s trends. It’s on par with other award winning homes out there.” These properties could easily compete for awards, but that isn’t the focus of Anchor Building, says Tom. “We belong to the Master Builders Association to stay up to date with trends and changes in the industry so we stay relevant and competitive, but we’re not all about competing for awards.” Anchor Building Services also has several earlier projects of similar quality, located on smaller sites at 26 and 28 Wool Street, Toowong. Those homes are three-storey Hamptons-inspired designs, meant to “maximise space and aspect.” According to Tom, “the prospective client looked at one when it was completed and loved the JUNE 2026

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design, quality and workmanship, so he bought the neighbouring property nearing completion. Not often does this happen, however he realised the value in such a high end product. I am sure he has no regrets with his 2021 purchase now, given the cost to build and growth in the Brisbane market.” Projects such as these could not be completed without Anchor Building’s trusted partners. “Our workforce consists of all trades. Our capabilities range from construction projects to facilities services, property maintenance and repairs,” says Tom. “We ensure all trades are licensed and certified for the client’s peace of mind. We operate to the highest compliance requirements including ISO, CM3 and understand the importance of client specific requests.” Anchor Building maintains a large contact list of trades. “We can accommodate large volumes of work and be competitive, but we also shop around,” says Tom. “We help them, they help us and we maintain competitive pricing, but it’s not all about price. It’s more about relationships and creating the best product that we can.” Having a good relationship with the trades means the company was able to lean on them during COVID when things went crazy. “We had that solid relationship and the trades were there by our side when we needed them. We have supported their businesses so much they trust and have confidence we all do the best thing by the client.” Relationship building is part of their client service as well, and they believe open and honest communication is key to any successful relationship. “A lot of our commercial clients give us repeat work,” says Sara. “Our relationship with many government agencies is really good.” She credits that client loyalty and longevity to “how we work.” “We’ve had years of building relationships and maintaining them so we have that client background. When you’re constantly changing clients there’s no foundation for a relationship. We get great feedback because we’re staying around and not too complicated.” Sara adds that the company is also well-reviewed for their communication skills, and their ability to follow through and meet deadlines. “Anchor Building provides optimised plans, clear timeframes, and we take action and deliver value to the project plan and purpose,” she says. On the residential side, especially, Tom says that developers recognise that Anchor Building is time and price competitive. Also, he says, they are known as “effective problem solvers when dealing with onsite unforeseen situations.” “Sometimes what an architect draws or what an interior person selects isn’t the most cost effective or the best solution, and with our contacts and their knowledge we can put more options forward which benefit the client and project.” Anchor Building’s future plans are to continue with the same model. Their goal is to continue maintaining a balance between residential and commercial. On the commercial side, they want to focus more on small projects and fitouts, and on the residential side they would like to start developing their own projects. As they grow on both sides, their goal is also to maintain the reputation for quality and reliability they have worked so hard to build over their long history. JUNE 2026

For more information on what Anchor Building can do for you, visit their website at https://anchorbuilding.com.au/ THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE AUSTRALIA

builds people’s dreams

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Since 2001, Acustruct has built a solid reputation for the high-quality design and craftsmanship of their custom-built homes and townhouses across Melbourne. Founded by Danny and Nancy Italiano, they specialise in bespoke residences, building multiple projects annually. “I’m a fashion designer with a creative flair for interiors,” says Nancy, “and Danny’s background is in concrete. We built our own home, merged our passions and the rest is history.” Today, Acustruct’s projects include both commercial and residential jobs. Most residential jobs are valued between $1.5 and $6 million, while a multi-residential apartment complex could go $10 million-plus. On the higher-end, they have the capacity to do jobs valued up to $50 million and to build towers up to 15-storeys. Geographically, they work mainly in Melbourne and surrounding areas – they can travel further for the right project, “but more and more we want to bring our work closer to us,” Nancy says. “The business has seen healthy growth, so we’re in the fortunate position where we can pick and choose,” she explains. Along with their commercial and residential divisions, Acustruct has recently added a third element – a wellness division, which they created two years ago when they worked on a remodel for a hospital in Melbourne. Between their three divisions, Nancy says “our client base varies,” as they build for investors, first-time home buyers, and third and fourth-time home buyers alike. However, she believes that all types of clients are drawn to Acustruct for the same reasons: “First and foremost, it’s the personalization of our service – that’s why clients choose us,” she says. “They know their hand is going to be held. They are going to be looked after and they are going to get what they’re paying for.” “I work one on one with the client myself,” she adds. THE CONSTRUCTION SOURCE AUSTRALIA

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