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Changes can appear with bricks over time, and sometimes may alarm you. We are here to keep your mind at ease! In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Structural Engineer, Michael Koungras, cover topics such as;

• The types of brick defects you may encounter;
• The variations of defects that can occur in different environments;
• Ways you are able to avoid these defects, and fix them once they arise;
• The quality control manufacturers go through;
• and much more...

This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts.

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Think Brick Technical Factsheets

Think Brick Technical Manuals

The National Construction Code

Australian Building Codes Board

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Renato D'Ettorre's architecture draws inspiration from past masters and civilizations, attempting to represent the present with a desire to leave enduring buildings for the future.

In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Renato D'Ettorre will discuss his life path that led him to be the architect he is today.

Listen to the full episode to discover more of the following:

• His carefree childhood in Italy;
• How his upbringing shaped the person he is today;
• The journey to choosing architecture as a career;
• Working with Harry Seidler;
• Having a gap year back in Italy, and how that formed his architectural perspectives;
• Why he loves using bricks in his projects;
• The development and creation of GB House;
• And much more...

*NOTE: After recording the podcast, we reflected on some of the facts discussed, the following are some of the discrepancies: the discussion about the inventor of the scooter - this was invented in Germany in the 1800's. Discussions about the Australian Embassy we mean the Embassy in Paris. Thank you for your understanding! Keep thinking brick.

This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.

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Renato D'Ettorre Architects

GB House - HHR Winner 2019

Italy

Harry Seidler

Think Brick Awards

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Bricks come in nearly over 1000 different colours, often the colour of your brick, and the mortar colour you pick will help unify the overall appearance of your brick building. This episode covers why brick colours are important to consider, and how bricks get their particular colour in the manufacturing process.

In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Anthony Zhang, the quality control and Process improvement coordinator at Bowral Bricks, cover topics such as;

• How bricks are manufactured;
• The variations of colour and raw materials around Australia, used in the production of bricks;
• Kiln conditions when firing bricks, and how this can change the colour of a brick;
• The process of checking the quality of the bricks;
• Anthony's thoughts on what the biggest misconception people have about bricks;
• and much more...

This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts.

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Think Brick Technical Factsheets

Think Brick Technical Manuals

The National Construction Code

Australian Building Codes Board

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Rachael Elizabeth Beck is an Australian stage and television singer-actress. Rachael grew up in Sydney and was exposed to the theatre at a young age, watching the high school musicals that her father directed. Her talent for the music arts were made apparent when she performed "The Count" (from sesame street) in the Eisteddfods at 9 years old (and won!).

In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, Rachael Beck, have an enthusiastic conversation about topics such as:

• Growing up in Byron Bay, NSW;
• Dealing with the performance industry from a very young age;
• Learnings within working for the performance industry;
• Some of her first and most transformative roles;
• How different venues have different impacts on performances;
• The effects buildings can have on a performance;
• and much more...

This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.

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Rachael Beck

Byron Bay, NSW

Think Brick Australia

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David Jaggers is one of 3 directors of Durbach Block Jaggers Architects. The team aims for an architecture that is both confident and courteous.

In this episode, your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest, David Jaggers will delve into his wonderful journey that led him to be the accomplished architect he is today.

Listen to the full episode to discover more of the following:

• Growing up in Sydney and Darwin, Australia;
• The guidance his father gave him to become an architect;
• Some of his biggest inspirations in the architecture field;
• The path that led him to working with Durbach Block Jaggers;
• His advice for aspiring architects;
• Why he loves using bricks;
• And much more...

This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.

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Durbach Block Jaggers

The Garden House

Phoenix Central Park

Newcastle East End

Think Brick Awards

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As we know, bricks are low maintenance, but some occasional sweeping or light pressure cleaning or brushing are really good and simple ways to keep your brick wall looking just as good as it did the first day It was laid.

In this episode your host Elizabeth McIntyre, and Structural Engineer, Michael Koungras cover why brick maintenance is important and talk more about;

• The way you will be able to tell if your bricks need some attention;
• How you can help get rid of the efflorescence on your bricks;
• Other sorts of stains you may encounter, and how to treat them;
• When to call a professional brick cleaner;
• and much more...

This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts.

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Think Brick Technical Factsheets

Brick Cleaners in Australia

Think Brick Technical Manuals

The National Construction Code

Australian Building Codes Board

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Noel Whittaker is an international bestselling author, finance and investment expert, radio broadcaster, newspaper columnist and public speaker. He is one of the world's foremost authorities on personal finance. Noel reaches over seven million readers each week through his columns in major Australian newspapers, including The Sydney Morning Herald, Melbourne's The Age, Perth's The Sunday Times, and Brisbane's The Sunday Mail. He regularly contributes to magazines like the Australian Doctor and Men's Health, and broadcasts on over 50 radio stations. In Noel's early career, he worked in various financial services jobs in Brisbane as a property conveyancer and at a listed property company.

In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre and special guest Noel Whittaker talk about taking charge of your financial future and many more topics such as;

• Noel's experience in real estate and in particular how he came up with the idea of the importance of display homes;
• Noel's top tips for wealth, including the 'rule of 72';
• The gift of compounding;
• Advice for younger adults beginning their wealth journey;
• The biggest financial mistakes some people can. make;
• and much more...

This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.

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Noel Whittaker

Display homes

The rule of 72

Think Brick Australia

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Minor cracking of masonry is relatively common in domestic construction. Most of these cracks are

Listen to this episode with your host Elizabeth McIntyre and structural engineer Michael Koungras, to find out more of the following:

• The way different cracks in your brickwork may effect the project;
• Some of the main reasons cracks may appear in your wall;
• The methods of preventing cracking;
• Different types of control joints to help reduce cracking;
• Some considerations for the design of your wall;
• and much more...

This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Mentioned in the episode:

Think Brick Technical Factsheets

Think Brick Technical Manuals

The National Construction Code

Australian Building Codes Board

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Anna O'Byrne is an award-winning actor and singer, with an international career spanning opera, theatre, concert, and film.

Anna was hand-picked by Dame Julie Andrews to play Eliza Doolittle in the 60th anniversary production of MY FAIR LADY at the Sydney Opera House and subsequent Australian tour. For her performance, she received the 2017 Helpmann Award for Best Female Actor in a Musical. In 2016, she released her debut solo album DREAM.

In this episode your host, Elizabeth McIntyre and Anna O'Byrne have an endearing conversation this episode covers such topics as:

• An idealistic upbringing in Melbourne, VIC;
• The influences her childhood had on her performance career;
• Life after high school and getting into the school of her dreams, The Victorian College of the Arts (VCA);
• Which role has impacted her life the most;
• How different venues have different impacts on performances;
• The different types of audiences you encounter around the world;
• The ways performers have been coping during COVID-19 lockdowns and developments, and how we, as an audience can help;
• and much more...

This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a Review on Apple Podcasts.

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Anna O'Byrne

Melbourne VIC

VCA - The Victorian College of the Arts

Becoming Eliza

Think Brick Australia

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Taking a brief look back at our wonderful year full of technical talks and inspiring architectural conversations, we've put together a short recap of your favourite episodes!

Listen to this episode with your host Elizabeth McIntyre and special guests to find out more of the following:

• Taking a look at the different acronyms involved when building a brick wall from: Standards Australia to the Australian Building Code Board, to the National Construction Code;
• Some inspiring words from Camila Block - Durbach Block Jaggers;
• Camila's attraction to brick;
• Adrain Spence from Richards & Spence talks to us about his childhood and the influence it had on his career choice;
• Adrian's appreciation for brick;
• and much more...

This episode and many others can be found on all major platforms, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to Rate & Subscribe to our podcast to never miss out a new episode. You can also let us know who you want to hear next and what topics we should talk about by leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts.

Mentioned in the episode:

Think Brick Technical Factsheets

Think Brick Technical Manuals

The National Construction Code

Australian Building Codes Board

Durbach Block Jaggers

Think Brick Awards

Richards & Spence

Our Social

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Follow @richardsandspence on Instagram

Follow @durbachblockjaggers on Instagram