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Solar for New Homes in Queensland: The Complete Beginner-Friendly Guide (2025)

Queensland is practically built for solar. With high sunshine hours, strong solar irradiance across the state, and over a million rooftops already fitted with PV, the “Sunshine State” ......

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Power Points, Please!
Avoiding the ‘Extension Cord Nightmare’

If you’ve ever danced around a spaghetti monster of extension leads just to toast bread, charge a phone, and run a coffee machine at the same time… this one’s for you......

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The Art of Designing Your Beautiful Outdoor Living Space

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How to Choose the Correct MEDIA Room for Your Build

Whether you’re a first-home buyer carving out a cosy movie nook or you’re planning a big rebuild with a dedicated cinema that’ll make your local multiplex jealous, this guide walks you through the choices that matter in.....

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Ethernet Everywhere: Future-Proofing Your Home

Walk into any modern home today and you’ll see wireless devices everywhere smartphones, tablets, laptops, voice assistants, smart speakers, and even fridges. Wi-Fi has become so synonymous with internet access that many........

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The Truth About Custom Home Building: Why It’s Not as Expensive as You Think

If you’ve ever walked through a glossy builder’s display village, you know the feeling—house after house with the same polished look and predictable layout. It’s easy to be.........

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Designing for Multigenerational Living: Homes That Welcome Every Generation & All Ages

Queensland families are rediscovering the power of living together across generations. With thoughtful planning.........

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What to Look for in a Building Contract

Building your first home in Queensland is an exciting journey – from dreaming up custom designs to finally getting the keys. But before construction begins, there’s a critical step that can feel........

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White house with solar panels on roof, red front door, and manicured lawn.

Roof Service Placement Matters for Solar: The QLD Guide to a Service-Free Roof

But don’t forget — east and west-facing planes are also strong performers, especially for morning and afternoon loads. Whatever your array mix, every vent, flue, whirlybird, antenna,....

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