Seven Coast firms have been told to down tools after their licences were suspended for failing to submit information to the state’s building industry watchdog.
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Subscriber only Skyrocketing prices and a shortage of building materials and tradespeople have crippled Sunshine Coast builders who fear they will not turn a profit this year. However, in the long run, the scheme and its extension has backfired on the building industry. Many local firms said they were locked into contracts at fixed prices at the start of the scheme but a massive shortage of roofing materials, timber, frames, trusses, hinges and tradespeople had driven prices up. This meant many Coast builders now no longer expected to make money in 2021. Third generation builder Mitch Butler, who started out in the Coast construction industry in 1971, said it had been the toughest year he had experienced.
With 50 categories across residential and commercial sectors, everyone is encouraged to enter. With awards being made in more than 50 categories across both residential and commercial sectors, Ms Scott encouraged everyone to enter. Whether an apprentice, trade contracts, small family business or one of the big names in our industry, this is the chance for our members to put the spotlight on their hard work and see it celebrated, she said. These awards celebrate and recognise the work of the entire spectrum of the industry with awards for women in Building, as well as energy efficiency, kitchens, bathrooms, swimming pools and a myriad of categories renovations, new homes and commercial categories of all values.
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