On the pod today, Pete and Az unpack a massive week for the Queensland building game.   

Pete attended the UDIA Summit and drops some truth bombs about the land crisis – apparently, there's barely a month's worth of decent land left in South East Queensland!   

We also dive into the Productivity Review and the big question no one wants to say out loud: is union interference strangling site productivity?   

Plus, a quick chat about extended housing targets and why builders need to lock down their supply chains now with the Olympics and a stack of major projects on the horizon.   

As Pete says, “Stop worrying about having the land is it's not it's not about having the land is it's what the home looks like on top of that.” Food for thought, tradies.   

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On the pod today, Pete and Az are cracking into May with a big one.

They cover the new $78 million fast-track program to get experienced but unqualified workers onto tools faster — without cutting corners. It’s a game-changer for builders short on trades and long on pressure. Pete breaks it down and shares how builders can work with RTOs to speed up apprenticeships without sacrificing quality.

Then it's on to the Be Ready app — a fresh launch aimed at getting more women into trades and construction careers. Built with the help of TAFE, Awesome Women in Construction, and more, it’s got job boards, salary guides, and school pathways all in one place. Az reckons if this had existed back when he was at school, he might’ve skipped the science lab a little earlier.

They also preview a packed May event calendar — Sydney Build, HIA National Conference, the Level Up Experience with Duayne Pearce, and more.

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On the pod today, Pete and Az get stuck into a big Wednesday session — kicking off with three marketing tools every builder should have in their back pocket (yes, even if you reckon you're "not techy").

We’re talking Google Trends, Canva, and CapCut — and how even the most old-school operators can use them to find leads, build brands, and smash out content faster than ever. Plus, Az drops a wild idea about scent marketing that could change the way you set up your next display home.

Then Pete brings a ripper story about a true Aussie legend — 90-year-old Clive Berghofer, the Toowoomba icon who’s been carving up land, shaping communities, and giving back millions for over 60 years. Massive respect.

We wrap it up with some real talk on what to watch out for when hiring new staff — including the big red flags in interviews that could save you major headaches down the track.

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On the pod today, Az and his wife Renae sit down for a chat with the absolute powerhouse that is Kim Allen.

Kim’s story is one of grit, guts, and growth. From answering emails under her husband’s name to leading a growing business and landing international awards, Kim’s journey proves what can happen when you back yourself and back your values. We yarn about building confidence, flipping the script on mental health in construction, raising the bar for apprentices, and why a good plasterer is part artist, part tradie.

You’ll hear Kim’s real talk on the highs, the hard days, and the hustle behind pushing for better site culture plus why she’s so passionate about getting into schools to spark the next generation.

Massive shoutout to Kim for keeping it raw, real, and inspiring.

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On the pod today, Pete and Az dive into a sneaky good tip for builders: how to tap into the surge of Kiwis moving to Australia and buying homes. Pete breaks down how KiwiSaver funds can be used to get into the Aussie property market — and why builders should be marketing to this growing crowd.

We also chat about what’s coming up at the Sydney Build Expo (spoiler: we’ve got a no-BS panel you won’t want to miss), the crazy property price jumps in estates like Aura and Harmony, and why builders who toughed it out through COVID actually made a lot of people serious money.

Plus, Pete drops a deadset time management gem every business owner needs to hear, and Az gives a tactical tip for using Facebook Marketplace to snag free leads.

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On the pod today, Pete and Az dive into one of the most overlooked parts of home building — display homes.

Are you just opening the door and hoping for the best? Or are you actually tracking foot traffic, creating experiences, and giving people a reason to remember your home? They talk about real, simple ways to measure your traffic (without your sales rep playing head counter), how to make your displays stand out from the crowd, and why a sausage sizzle might not cut it anymore.

We also reveal a platform that's changing the game for builders who want to sit next to their clients and design homes together — live, in real time — while watching the budget. (Spoiler: it’s built for builders, not techies.)

Plus, a shout-out to the legends at Henley Homes, a spicy panel coming up at Sydney Build Expo, and a clever new AI tool that could build you a website in 30 seconds flat.

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On the pod today, we chat with Tom Egan — founder of Avia Homes — about what it really took to build a $100 million construction business in just three years… right after the company he worked for went bust.

Tom’s story is a real one. An honest reflection from building something from the ground up. From site delays and supplier chaos to crying clients and tough calls, he copped it all during COVID. But instead of tapping out, he used the whole mess to build something better — starting with solid systems, team culture, tough conversations, and a plan to scale without burning out.

A couple of standouts:

• Why being upfront with clients matters more than being perfect
• How process and structure helped Avia grow faster, with less stress
• The mindset shift that helped Tom stop taking problems home

This one’s for anyone who's been pushed to the edge or is trying to build something better out of the rubble.

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On the pod today, Pete and Az get stuck into a short week full of big talking points.From the rise of cashed-up boomers building new homes (and where to find them), to why some of the prettiest towns in the country are dropping in value—there’s a lot in this one.

They dive into:

• Why Metricon is seeing a surge in self-funded retirees building homes
• How to actually reach this growing demographic (hint: it’s still Facebook)
• What’s coming for Cairns, with 18,000 homes planned for Mount Peter
• Why getting your soil volume calculations wrong could cost you big... like really big.

Plus, a sneak peek at the upcoming Good Builder panel at Sydney Build Expo. It’s going to be raw, real, and full of the stuff builders actually care about. No fluff.

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On the pod today, Pete and Az get real. From a shocking carjacking close to home to a powerful reminder to live life like it matters, this one hits deeper than usual.

They cover:– A fully signed Titans jersey raffle for TIACS
– Why real supplier relationships beat order-taking any day
– Jaymee from Stiebel Eltron’s advice for adding value, earning trust, and backing young women in the industry
– New land updates across SEQ (yes, Pete’s back with his fan-fave land drops)
– And a ripper call-out on the QBCC’s data – where is it? And why aren’t we using it to fix the industry?

Plus, a shout out to the ANZACs and a reminder that sometimes it’s worth thrashing yourself at the gym just to feel alive. Big energy, real talk, and a reminder not to take any of this for granted.

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On the pod today, Pete and Az sit down with Jaymee Tresize, National Sales Manager (Home Builders) at Stiebel Eltron.

This one’s all about relationships, real support for builders, and how suppliers can actually add value — not just drop off product and disappear. Jaymee talks straight about what builders really want, how to navigate the chaos of compliance, and why a good builder doesn’t just talk about quality — they show it through the suppliers and products they choose.

We also get into what makes a strong sales rep, how to spot a builder who’s got their act together, and why being organised and open to supplier input can seriously lift your builds. Jaymee even throws in her take on Fortnite, 4am gym starts, and why she reckons every young woman in construction should back themselves.

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