We're buying a 25,000L above ground poly tank for $2300! Underground and concrete would definitely be more (but not $20K I wouldn't think!)

We decided on a H2O pure plus system (advance nutrient removal) - seems really simple in the operation principles. No blower, 2 tanks, 1 service per year and relatively low…

I can't take the credit for it though - I got the link from another thread on H1. It really is a good site and the first one that I've…

And try and see if the state gov planning department lists the approved systems (I know that Qld does).
Have a look at this site for approved systems http://www.public.health.wa.gov.au/cproot/1331/2/List%20of%20Aerobic%20Treatment%20Units.pdf
There are a…

Maybe also check for an isolation switch on the wall near the stove? I made the mistake of thinking that our oven in our new rental didn't work before realizing…

Don't forget to include conveyancing and additional bank fees into your calculations also!

Wow, your floors look awesome! I'm seriously considering getting floorboards now - a bit worried on the extra cost over tiles though!
Your floorboard colour really works well with the splashback!

We've been told a rough figure of around $70/m2 for concrete for our driveway if that helps at all!

Seems a lot of money on something that people may not take much notice of. $5K would upgrade us to having stonebenchtops in the kitchen. I know which upgrade I'd…

I'm not a fan of packing either! Congrats on the progress of your build and your garage door!

Hi Dave,
Just wanted to say congrats on owning your block! I have family out your way so was intrigued with your thread.
Had a quick look at your electrical plan and…

This is one of the areas that I'm stuck on so I'll be interested in everyone's responses!
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We're just about to settle on 1 1/4 acres in Calliope, near Gladstone. We're currently working with a designer to build the house we want to grow old in! The…

Just bumping to see if anyone else has anything to offer