Get some inspiration from Pinterest and houzz

No new pics as it is finished.
My backyard is 12.5m x 5m.

Sorry - missed the question above.
I used http://builtrightfencing.com.au . I asked for permission from my neighbours.
From memory, general rules allow an open screen up to 600mm…

What exactly is wrong with a statement like that?
In my case I was given a quote for $x as a base price for a turnkey house as a custom floor…

Best that you don't get them to rush completion. Your bank will also need time to get a valuer in for the final stage. Funds will not be released to…

Good to see!

You'll get lots of natural light there.

Congrats! You have a view that I am envious of!

That was $825 and done as part of my contract.
To do it yourself - probably around $300 if you don't have everything below:
- paving paint perhaps $100
- high-pressure cleaner -…

Consider having your tile grout in the wet-areas / bathrooms sealed.
In hindsight I wish I had it done. It wasn't offered or mentioned as something to consider.

What date was site scrape? Would be interesting to compare progress time-wise with my build.

I have LEDs throughout downstairs ( entry, kitchen, living, alfresco ). Just went with standard wall plates.
I had all that priced up before I signed the contract as I wanted…

The kocum is non-standard ( includes other security cameras other than the door camera ). The interface is really clunky. At some point I would like to change the touch…

They used the same suppliers for my build. Costas for electricals. They changed to DGS just before my build as they had issues with their prior kitchen supplier. They had…

Out of interest, what Kitchen, tile and electrical suppliers are you guys using?

Congrats! You really do have a nice spot!

Unsure if they have done them before, but they might be able to.
https://www.loungeincomfort.com.au/index.html
I got my Home Theatre recliners from this mob.
I wouldn't be that hard to…

For resale value, I ensured all bedrooms can fit a queen size bed. Also have walk-in robes to 3 of the 4 bedrooms and a large walk-in linen.
At a pinch…

Congrats on getting your build underway!

Sorry to hear. I hope things get moving again for you all soon.

Looking at my HIA NSW contract, commencement was a direct "within 20 days from":
(a) the builder receives all necessary building permits and planning approvals for the building works to commence;…

Do what I did. Get inspiration from magazines and various websites (e.g. pinterest.com, houzz, etc ). Also drive your local street. Formulate some ideas about what you like and don't…

Talk to your builder first - don't just surprise them when you go to sign the contract.
It is essential that any external trades working on site have relevant licenses, insurances…

I had a standard HIA contract.
The only special conditions were the ones I asked for - to allow my appointed building inspector to conduction stage inspections and also to allow…

Nothing too fancy - just what the builder did for me as part of the build.

A breeding ground for Mosquitos if your area is prone to them.

Thanks!

These were done by my landscaper. However are easy for DIY.
Gabion baskets are from http://www.gabion1.com.au/stone-wall-ideas.htm ( although there are other suppliers ). See

I'm guessing that the significant rainfall Sydney had 2-3 months ago would have delayed other houses finishing. That also creates backlog in trades being available.
That said, has your construction certificate…

By tender, they (as in any builder) just mean a quote with much more information - primarily plans, specifications, escape clauses and weasel words to allow them to charge you…