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Think Brick Australia |
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Think Brick's purpose is to make sure clay brick is recognised as a pre-eminent building material by leading architects, developers, builders and property owners. Learn more about how Think Brick are doing this in the industry. |
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On-line Calculators |
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Estimate how many bricks you need and the total brick cost for your home. |
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Housing Industry Association |
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The HIA is Australia’s largest residential building organisation and represents
the interests of the housing industry. See how they can help you. |
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The Royal Australian Institute of Architects |
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The RAIA is a national body with active programs in many areas relating to the
architectural profession. Understand the role of the architect in the development
and construction of a building project. |
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What is BASIX? |
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The Building Sustainability Index (BASIX) is a NSW Government planning tool that
requires every new house, villa, townhouse or units in the state to meet specific
energy and water reduction targets. |
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What is the 5 Star Standard? |
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This is the Victorian standard for all new homes and apartments from July 2005.
Collaboratively established by the Building Commission, Sustainable Energy Authority
and Plumbing Industry Commission, it requires that all new houses and apartments
meet a 5 Star energy efficiency rating. |
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What is NatHERS or BERS? |
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The National Housing Energy Rating Scheme (NatHERS) and Building Energy
Rating Scheme (BERS) are energy simulation computer programs that provide thermal
ratings for homes. They are employed during the design stage to enhance the energy
efficiency of a new development. |
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