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Builders do not struggle because they lack skill.

They struggle because admin compounds as they grow.

In this solo episode, Aaron breaks down five practical automations that can save serious time each week and reduce unnecessary overhead as your business scales.

This is not about adding complexity.

It is about creating consistency.

You will hear:

• Why admin pressure compounds between five and twenty homes a year
• How lead nurturing automation prevents digital enquiries from going cold
• Why project management systems reduce trade friction and scheduling chaos
• How financial workflows improve clarity and cash flow control
• Why digital signing tools remove avoidable delays
• And how client communication automation can strengthen your reputation long after handover

This episode is for builders who want better systems, not bigger headaches.

If you are feeling stretched by admin, chasing trades, or constantly reacting instead of planning, this conversation will help you think differently about where your time is going.

Clear systems create better delivery.

And better delivery builds trust.

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Not every good business needs to scale.

Some just need to care.

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, we sit down with Ryan O’Leary, a Bribie Island tiler known for his craftsmanship, straight talk, and unapologetic belief that “average is the enemy.”

Ryan shares what it really looks like to build a sustainable trade business without chasing size, volume, or hype — and why pride in the finished product still matters more than growth metrics.

We talk about:

• Why staying small and selective has worked better than scaling
• How culture, humour, and banter keep teams engaged long term
• The danger of rushing jobs just to stay busy
• What builders do that makes a trade’s job easier — or harder
• Why caring about details is as much about self-respect as it is quality

This is not a polished success story.

It’s an honest conversation about enjoying the work, backing your standards, and building a reputation that lasts — even if it means saying no to growth.

Who this episode is for:

Builders and trades who want to do great work, enjoy their days on site, and build a business that fits their life — not the other way around.

Builders don’t struggle because they lack skill.

They struggle because capacity gets stretched.

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, we sit down with Anisha and Nayan from Scale Up Smart to break down the five roles builders are most commonly delegating — and why those roles matter more than most realise.

Drawing on real data from builders across Australia, we unpack where time is actually being lost day to day, and how poor delegation quietly creates stress, errors, and stalled growth.

This conversation covers:

• Why estimating is often the first and most critical role to delegate
• How admin and drafting quietly drain momentum and headspace
• The real impact of weak customer service and communication on trust and reputation
• Why marketing and CRM systems fail when builders don’t have support
• How delegation isn’t about “outsourcing everything”, but protecting focus and cash flow

This episode is practical, grounded, and based on what builders are actually experiencing on the ground — not theory.

If you’re busy, capable, and still feeling stretched, this conversation will help you see what to let go of first so you can focus on building, leading, and growing sustainably.

Who this episode is for:

Residential builders who are busy, under pressure, and want to scale without burning out.

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Peter Wood has spent more than four decades inside Australian residential construction, from carpentry and site management through to senior leadership across large-scale housing delivery.

In this episode, Peter shares the lessons that have shaped his career, why integrity still matters more than systems, and what it really takes to deliver housing at scale in today’s market.

We cover land supply constraints, infrastructure delays, the pressure this places on builders and trades, and why reputation still travels faster than any CV. Peter also gives a clear-eyed view on growth, acquisitions, lifestyle communities, and the realities of operating across Queensland and New South Wales.

This is a grounded conversation for builders and industry leaders who want to understand how leadership, planning, and delivery actually intersect on the ground — without spin, and without shortcuts.

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This week on The Good Builder Podcast, we break down five key headlines shaping the reality for builders right now.

From new social and affordable housing opportunities in Western Australia, to plumbing skills investment in regional Queensland, to what NSW workers compensation reform means for cost certainty.

We also look at:

• Why government housing pipelines matter for builder planning
• What new training infrastructure could mean for future labour supply
• The role mature age apprentices may play in easing skills pressure
• How builders are rethinking cash flow and payment systems

This episode is about understanding what’s happening, why it matters, and how builders can respond in practical ways.

Clear, calm, and builder-first.
 No noise. Just the headlines that matter.

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Everyone talks about building trust, picking platforms, and “doing marketing properly”.

Very few show you what that actually looks like in the real world.

In this Monday episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Aaron Ng breaks down the real-life case study behind Avondale Homes – a Southeast Queensland builder that went from a standing start to $20–24 million turnover by year three.

No theory. No buzzwords. No agency spin.

Just five practical rules that shaped every decision:

• Being brutally clear on the offer
• Knowing the customer better than anyone else
• Building trust and attention before spending on ads
• Focusing on fewer platforms and executing properly
• Getting creative and leveraging suppliers instead of big budgets

At the start, Avondale had one landing page, Google Ads, and Instagram – and still generated 120–150 leads per month.

If you’re a builder who wants growth without fluff, this episode ties together weeks of podcast lessons into one clear, real-world blueprint you can actually use.

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In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Aaron sits down with Drew from Increase Construction to tackle a problem nearly every builder faces — chasing more work instead of the right work.

They unpack why flooding your inbox with leads is rarely the answer, how starting with a clear revenue target changes everything, and why capacity, people, and positioning matter just as much as marketing spend.

This conversation cuts through the noise around ads, software, and quick fixes, and instead focuses on practical fundamentals: understanding where your business is in its lifecycle, attracting better clients, building trust through smarter communication, and putting systems in place that support long-term growth.

If you are a builder feeling stretched, stuck, or unsure what to say yes or no to, this episode will help you reset, refocus, and build with confidence.

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Australia is under pressure to build more homes, faster.

But speed alone is not the answer.

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Aaron Ng sits down with Dayne Hutchinson, founder of Nordic Construction Systems, to explore what Australia can learn from Sweden’s construction model.

Dayne has spent years working in northern Sweden, building homes in some of the harshest climates on earth. In that environment, poor systems are not an option. Precision, prefabrication, and performance are built into the process.

Together, they unpack:

• Why Sweden embraced prefabrication decades ago
• How climate forced better systems, not shortcuts
• The real differences between Australian and Nordic building culture
• How prefab and offsite construction can improve speed, quality, and margins
• Why better homes are not about trends, but systems and discipline

This is not a sales pitch for modular building.

It is a grounded conversation about productivity, quality, and what it actually takes to build better homes at scale.

If you are a builder thinking about capacity, efficiency, or the future of residential construction in Australia, this episode will challenge how you think about delivery.

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Dwyer Quality Homes has been building on the Sunshine Coast for more than 40 years.
 In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, we sit down with Alex Dwyer to unpack what it really takes to lead a multi-generational building business in today’s market.

Alex shares his journey from growing up around the business to stepping into leadership, including how Dwyer Quality Homes has evolved its systems, culture, and decision-making to stay relevant while protecting its reputation.

We talk openly about:

• What builders learn after delivering more than 2,000 homes
• Why systems and internal processes matter as much as craftsmanship
• How transparency and communication build long-term trust with clients
• The reality of land constraints, rising costs, and changing buyer expectations
• Leading a team with decades of experience while bringing fresh thinking

This conversation is for builders who care about longevity, professionalism, and running a business that lasts beyond one market cycle.

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The building industry is operating under sustained pressure. Pressure on delivery timeframes. Pressure on cash flow. Pressure on the decisions builders are being forced to make earlier and earlier in the lifecycle of a project.

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Az steps back from the headlines to explain what is actually happening beneath the surface and why it matters for builders trying to run stable, long term businesses.

The episode begins with proposed planning reforms in New South Wales, including the move to centralise state planning referrals through a new Development Coordination Authority. While the intent is to reduce delays and complexity, Az explores the practical question builders care about most. Will this change improve certainty around approvals, timeframes, and project risk, or will it simply reorganise existing friction inside the system.

You can read the full article here:
 https://thegoodbuilder.com.au/nsw-moves-to-centralise-planning-referrals-with-new-development-coordination-authority/

Az then turns to the importance of longevity in construction, using the 43 year history of G.J. Gardner Homes as a case study. The discussion focuses on how local accountability, decentralised decision making, and strong fundamentals have helped some businesses remain resilient through changing market cycles. In an industry marked by volatility and builder failures, long term survival offers lessons that go well beyond brand or scale.

You can read that article here:
 https://thegoodbuilder.com.au/43-years-of-g-j-gardner-homes-a-builder-that-grew-without-losing-its-local-focus/

The episode closes with a deeper look at financial strategy as building businesses grow. As operations become more complex, finance shifts from being a simple transaction to an operational decision that affects teams, trades, and client relationships. Az explains why understanding lender behaviour, communication, and flexibility often matters more than chasing the lowest rate, especially when programs move and conditions change mid project.

This episode is supported by NoBnk, who work with builders to navigate construction finance in a way that better reflects the realities of delivery, risk, and real world decision making.

You can learn more about NoBnk here:
 https://www.nobnk.com.au/

Throughout the episode, the focus remains practical and grounded. What builders should be paying attention to right now. How systems and structure influence outcomes. And why long term thinking is becoming essential, not optional.

This episode is for builders who value clarity over noise and want to make decisions that hold up over time.

Most clients decide whether they trust you long before they pick up the phone.

In this solo episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Aaron breaks down the three signals that consistently influence trust in a builder’s business — based on real market research, years inside builder marketing teams, and insights gathered from working with hundreds of construction businesses.

You’ll hear why:

• Clear, honest visuals beat glossy hero shots every time
• Calm, confident language builds authority without ego
• Consistency across your website, socials and messaging quietly does the heavy lifting

This episode is practical, grounded and immediately actionable — especially if you want to attract better-fit clients, avoid the wrong jobs, and build trust before the first conversation even starts.

If you’re a builder, trade or supplier looking to raise your standards and stand out for the right reasons, this one’s for you.

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Az sits down with Will, founder of Core Painting, to unpack what it really means to raise standards in the trades — and why quality work alone is no longer enough.

From his early years learning the trade in Northern England to building one of the Sunshine Coast’s fastest-growing painting businesses, Will shares how discipline, preparation, and customer experience have shaped his approach to business. The conversation goes beyond painting, diving into leadership, team culture, accountability, and why service before, during, and after a job is what separates good operators from great ones.

Will explains how lessons learned from heritage restoration, family business, and hard-earned failures influenced his belief that trades are service businesses first — and how owning mistakes, respecting clients’ money, and communicating properly builds long-term trust with builders and homeowners alike.

This is an honest, grounded conversation about building teams people want to be part of, creating systems that scale without losing quality, and why the future of the construction industry depends on lifting standards across trades, not cutting corners.

A must-listen for builders, trades, and business owners who care about reputation, culture, and doing the job properly — every time.

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Aaron Ng sits down with Brendan Welsh, founder of HavaChat, to unpack how real-world sales frustrations led to the creation of one of the most practical AI tools emerging in the construction and supplier space.

Brendan shares his journey from senior leadership roles in manufacturing and sales to building HavaChat from scratch, without a coding background. The conversation dives into why most salespeople hate admin, how poor follow-up damages relationships, and why technology should remove friction rather than add complexity.

They explore how simple tools can dramatically improve communication, note-taking, and accountability across sales teams, builders, and industry professionals who spend their days moving between meetings, sites, and conversations.

This episode also looks beyond the app itself, touching on where AI is heading in construction, why admin—not jobs—is the real target, and how builders and suppliers can start using technology to save time, improve client experience, and stay competitive.

A practical, honest conversation for builders, suppliers, and sales professionals who want less admin, better communication, and tools that actually fit how the industry works.

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Aaron Ng breaks down what The Good Builder really is and, more importantly, how builders, trades, suppliers and industry partners can actually use it to get ahead.

With thousands of new followers and subscribers joining the community, this episode is a practical walk-through of how The Good Builder supports the industry through trusted journalism, builder stories, podcasts, video, events and the Community Directory.

Aaron shares why the platform was created, the problems it is trying to solve in a fragmented industry, and how both builders and suppliers can tap into education, exposure, partnerships and community without the hard sell.

If you have ever wondered how to get value from The Good Builder, this episode is for you.

This episode is proudly supported by New Home Electrical Specialist, 2025 Protrade Innovative Business of the Year and trusted partners of The Good Builder.

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, we take a step back and look at the real forces shaping life for builders as 2026 gets underway — not just what’s happening on site, but what’s happening around the industry that quietly stacks pressure on businesses every day.

We unpack three key stories that, when viewed together, explain why building can feel harder than it should right now.

First, we explore the growing trust gap in housing, sparked by renewed backlash over misleading property marketing. While the criticism is aimed at listings and agents, builders are often left carrying the fallout, managing heightened expectations, sceptical clients, and tension that starts long before construction begins.

👉 Read the full article:

https://thegoodbuilder.com.au/misleading-listing-images-spark-renewed-calls-for-tighter-regulation-in-real-estate-marketing/

We then turn to the industry’s call for a $12 billion cut in red tape, and what stalled productivity actually looks like on the ground. From duplicated approvals to inconsistent council processes and rising holding costs, this is a story about uncertainty, not just compliance — and why smaller and mid-sized builders feel it the most.

👉 Read the full article:

https://thegoodbuilder.com.au/housing-industry-calls-for-12-billion-cut-to-red-tape-as-productivity-stalls/

Finally, we look at a rare example of long-term certainty being done properly, with South Australia releasing six regional plans that map housing, land use and infrastructure over the next 15 to 30 years. For builders, suppliers and trades, this is a clear signal about where future work will sit, what types of homes will be needed, and how growth is expected to occur — not reactively, but deliberately.

👉 Read the full article:

https://thegoodbuilder.com.au/south-australia-sets-a-30-year-blueprint-for-regional-growth/

This episode is about connecting the dots between trust, regulation and planning — and why builders who understand the bigger picture are better placed to protect margins, manage expectations, and build more resilient businesses over the long term.

Less noise. More clarity. Conversations that actually help.

On this Australia Day episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Aaron Ng breaks down three of the most effective marketing campaigns he has personally been involved in across Australia and New Zealand — not because they looked clever, but because they genuinely worked.

From G.J. Gardner Homes’ Most Trusted campaign, to Avondale Homes’ Open Homes Under Construction, and Stonewood Homes’ The House New Zealand Built, this episode unpacks what made these campaigns successful and why trust, positioning and real customer insight matter more than flashy ads or quick leads.

Aaron explains how each campaign helped builders earn trust, attract the right clients, and create long-term brand value — and why builders should stop chasing tactics and start building credibility instead.

For members of The Good Builder Community Directory, a deeper “how-to” breakdown and resources are available. For everyone else, this episode delivers the principles you can apply immediately in your own building business.

If you want marketing that delivers real outcomes, not just noise, this one’s for you.

What if success is not about working harder, but about mastering your mind?

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Aaron Ng sits down with Dr Yannick Van Heirden, mindset and performance specialist and founder of Impaktr, for one of the most practical and honest conversations we have had on leadership, discipline and sustainable success.

Yannick shares his personal journey from being directionless and self-sabotaging to completing a PhD and coaching high-performing leaders across Australia. Together, they unpack why so many builders and business owners feel constantly behind, stressed, and burnt out and what actually needs to change.

This episode dives into:

• Why your mind can be your greatest asset or your worst enemy
• The biggest leadership trap builders fall into without realising
• How behaviour change beats motivation every time
• Why taking care of your body is non-negotiable for business performance
• Practical habits builders can use immediately to regain control of their time and energy
• Why success is self-mastery, not a finish line
• How combat sports like jiu-jitsu build resilience for business and life

This is not theory. It is practical, grounded advice for builders, tradies and leaders who want to perform at a high level without sacrificing their health, family or sanity.

If you feel busy but not effective, motivated but exhausted, or successful but stretched, this conversation will hit home.

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What makes a good builder isn’t just the quality of the home. It’s the values behind it.

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Aaron Ng sits down with Jimmy Gray, founder of Penelope Homes and 2025 Master Builders Queensland Rising Star, for a deeply honest conversation about building homes, building teams and building a life that actually works.

Jimmy shares the story behind the Penelope Homes name, why his first dog still defines his brand, and how family, trust and authenticity shape everything he does as a builder. From starting out as a chippy to running a growing custom home business, this episode pulls back the curtain on the realities young builders face and the lessons that matter most.

In this conversation, we cover:

• Why Penelope Homes was named after Jimmy’s dog and what that says about values
• The transition from carpenter to builder and the mistakes that nearly cost him early
• Pricing, cashflow and the hard lessons no one warns young builders about
• How automation and systems transformed communication and client trust
• Why team culture matters more than growth
• The importance of builder networks and sharing knowledge, not guarding it
• What success looks like when family and work are both priorities
• Jimmy’s simple but powerful definition of what makes a good builder

This episode is practical, emotional and real. It’s for builders who care about their craft, their people and the legacy they are creating, not just the next job.

If you are building a business, a team or a family alongside your work, this one will hit home.

What if the construction industry had a place where builders, trades, suppliers and professional services could actually find people they trust?

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Az Ng sits down with Renae Ng, the creator of the Good Builder Community Directory, to unpack why the directory exists, who it is built for, and how it is already changing the way the industry connects.

They cover:

• Why the directory is not just another listing site
• How trust and reputation are built through community, not algorithms
• The real value of visibility, backlinks and industry credibility
• How builders, trades and suppliers can use the directory to create real opportunities
• The bigger vision behind The Good Builder and restoring positivity in construction

This is a behind-the-scenes look at the thinking, intention and long-term vision behind one of The Good Builder’s most important initiatives — and why early adopters are already seeing value.

If you believe the industry works better when good people work together, this episode is for you. 

Welcome to Headline Tuesday on The Good Builder Podcast.

In this episode, we break down four major stories shaping the construction industry right now — the ones worth keeping your finger on the pulse of as we head into 2026.

We cover:

• Why reputation is now a legal asset

Construction lawyer Damon from Odyssey Legal explains how builders are increasingly being targeted by false or misleading online claims — and what to do if it happens to you.

For more: https://www.odysseylegal.com.au/ 

• From tents to turnkey housing

Why Australia may need to rethink disaster recovery housing, and how permanent, compliant modular homes could shorten the path from disaster to dignity.

• Bradfield City officially moves into delivery

What this NSW Government-backed mega project signals about the future of large-scale precinct delivery, planning reform, and state-led housing supply.

• The quiet site change that can make a massive difference

How something as simple as what your team wears on site can open conversations, reduce stigma, and potentially save lives — featuring TradeMutt and TIACS.

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This episode is about risk, responsibility, leadership, and people, from legal protection and housing delivery to mental health on site.

If you want to understand where the industry is heading, and what you can control right now, this one is worth a listen.

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In this solo episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Aaron breaks down three practical platforms every builder should be seriously considering in 2026 — not to chase more leads, but to attract better, more qualified clients.

Most marketing conversations focus on impressions, clicks and volume. This episode flips that thinking on its head and looks at what really matters at the front end of a building business: buyer readiness, feasibility, transparency and qualification.

Aaron shares real-world experience from his time working with national builders and growing building brands, and explains how these tools help:

• Filter demand instead of flooding your inbox
• Qualify clients before they waste your time (or theirs)
• Improve customer experience before the first meeting
• Reduce risk long before a contract is signed

The episode covers:

• Why too many leads can actually hurt your business
• How live chat can act as a real-time qualification engine
• Fast pricing and feasibility tools that set clear expectations early
• A bonus platform that protects builders after the client says yes

If you are building homes in 2026 and want fewer tyre-kickers, cleaner processes and better outcomes, this is a must-listen.

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Az sits down with Phil Barrett, former General Manager of Regional Victoria at Metricon, for a rare and deeply insightful conversation on leadership at scale.

Phil spent decades helping grow one of Australia’s largest building businesses, overseeing thousands of homes, hundreds of staff, and multiple regional markets. But this episode isn’t about volume for volume’s sake, it’s about how that growth was achieved.

From succession planning and developing future leaders, to making unpopular decisions for the long-term health of the business, Phil shares the realities of leadership that rarely get spoken about.

At one point, he references a quote from The Sopranos that perfectly captures the role of a leader — smiling on the outside while carrying the weight internally. It’s a moment that sets the tone for a conversation grounded in humility, responsibility, and people-first thinking.

This episode covers:

• What real leadership looks like inside large building organisations
• Why succession planning is critical (and often ignored)
• How to scale without burning out your people or your culture
• The responsibility leaders carry for teams, trades, and customers
• What truly separates good builders and good leaders from the rest

If you’re a builder, business owner, or leader navigating growth, pressure, and legacy....this is a conversation worth your time.

Burnout is everywhere in construction.

Early starts. Long days. Constant pressure. And a quiet belief that if you are exhausted, you must be doing something right.

To kick off 2026, Az is joined by the first guest of the year, leadership coach and 1000 Feet Deep founder Dan Urquhart — setting the tone to get you off on the right foot for the year ahead.

This is not a motivation talk. It is a practical conversation about why driven builders burn out, how leadership style and personality play a bigger role than workload, and what actually needs to change if you want to build a business that lasts.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why burnout is not just about working too hard

• The difference between stopping work and actually resting

• How personality types (DISC) burn out in different ways

• Why great leaders often struggle the most

• The warning signs builders ignore until it is too late

• How poor systems, Groundhog Day problems and time chaos drain energy

• Why self-awareness is the foundation of leadership and culture

• Practical ways builders can reset and set themselves up properly for 2026

Dan also shares lessons from his own building journey, the near-breaking point that forced change, and why learning to manage time, energy and leadership is no longer optional.

If you want 2026 to be a better year — not just a busier one — this episode sets the foundation.

2026 is shaping up to be another challenging year for home builders — but not everything is out of your control.

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, we break down the five things Australian home builders can actually control in 2026, regardless of market conditions.

From cashflow discipline and documentation, through to reputation, mental health, and the smart use of tools and technology, this is a practical, no-fluff conversation about running a stronger, safer building business.

No predictions.

No fear-based headlines.

Just clear thinking, real examples, and the fundamentals that keep good builders standing when the market tightens.

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In this second episode of The Good Builder Podcast for 2026, we share a major milestone for the community with the official launch of the Good Builder Community Directory.

This episode unpacks what the Directory really is and why we built it.

More than a list of businesses, the Directory is a curated ecosystem designed to connect builders, trades, suppliers and the professional services that support construction. It is about visibility, reputation and long-term relationships inside a trusted industry environment.

We talk through:

• Why trust and alignment matter more than ever in construction
• Who the Directory is for and how it supports good businesses
• What members receive beyond a standard listing
• Why early involvement matters as the platform continues to grow

We also cover the key headlines from the week at The Good Builder, including:

• What recent first home buyer deposit schemes are really doing to affordability and builder feasibility
• The human impact of recent bushfires and why rebuilding requires care, empathy and long-term thinking
• The suburbs and regions experts believe are positioned for sustainable long-term growth

This episode sets the tone for 2026: deeper conversations, stronger connections and a continued focus on lifting standards across the construction industry.

2026 is shaping up to be a defining year for the Australian construction industry.

In this opening episode for the year, we talk about what is really happening on the ground for builders, trades and suppliers, beyond the headlines. Yes, the industry has faced pressure. But there is also momentum, clarity and opportunity for those willing to adapt.

We unpack why the old ways of operating are being challenged, why reputation and relationships matter more than ever, and why builders are rethinking how they choose who they work with.

We also introduce the next phase of The Good Builder, including the launch of the Good Builder Directory, a practical tool designed to reduce risk, highlight trusted operators and strengthen connections across the industry.

You can get involved in the community directory here: https://thegoodbuilder.com.au/business-directory/

This episode is about starting the year with intention.

Not noise.

Not fear.

But focus.

If you are a builder, supplier or trade looking to set your business up properly for 2026, this conversation is for you.

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The Christmas break is one of the only times builders get real space to think.

Sites slow down. Phones quieten. And for a brief moment, you can step back from the day-to-day and look at how your business actually runs.

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, we sit down with ScaleUp Smart to unpack the DAD Framework — Delete, Automate, Delegate — a simple, practical way for builders to reduce overload, protect margin, and set their business up better for the year ahead.

We talk through:

• Why most builders feel busy all year but still feel stuck
• Why deleting work comes before hiring or outsourcing
• What should be automated before adding people
• How to delegate properly without creating more stress
• The BOD model (Building, Operational, Day-to-Day) to decide what stays local and what can be supported offshore

This isn’t about working harder next year.

It’s about using the Christmas break to gain clarity, remove friction, and come back in January knowing exactly where your time creates the most value.

A practical episode for builders who want to build a better business — not just a busier one.

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Aaron sits down with Phil from GJ Gardner Homes Brisbane North to unpack a real construction journey — from starting an apprenticeship in 2008 to becoming a franchise owner alongside business partner Chris McNeil.

Phil shares how a strong sporting background shaped his discipline as a builder, why customer experience matters more than perfect builds, and how trust, transparency, and leadership underpin long-term success in construction. The conversation covers partnerships, franchise life, acreage building trends in Brisbane’s outer north, and the small one-percent decisions that separate average builders from great ones.

This is an honest, grounded discussion about what it really takes to build a sustainable business, earn five-star reviews, and leave a lasting reputation in the industry.

If you’re a builder, apprentice, or business owner wondering what “good” actually looks like in practice — this episode is for you. 

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Aaron continues the conversation with Phil from GJ Gardner Homes Brisbane North, diving deeper into what it takes to build a strong, sustainable building business — not just great homes.

Phil opens up about partnership dynamics with co-owner Chris McNeil, how clear roles and trust underpin their success, and why customer experience has become the backbone of their operation. From slab parties and transparent leadership to handling mistakes with compassion, this episode lays out what five-star building businesses actually do differently.

The discussion also explores acreage building trends across Brisbane’s outer north, knockdown rebuild demand, franchise life, and why builders who focus on people — clients, staff, and partners — consistently outperform those who don’t.

If you want a practical blueprint for building trust, strong partnerships, and a reputation that lasts, this episode is worth your time

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, we sit down with Dan Hanara from James Hardie to talk about one of the biggest challenges facing builders today.

Complexity.

From installation guides and design decisions to customer communication and onsite execution, modern building has never been more complicated. But according to Dan, the best builders are not the ones doing more. They are the ones simplifying better.

In this conversation, we explore:

• Why most builders struggle to translate customer emotion into technical decisions

• How better education on site reduces mistakes months later

• What good supplier support actually looks like

• Why visualisation and digital tools are becoming essential in home building

• How clarity builds trust with clients, trades and teams

Dan also shares insights from his background in engineering, manufacturing and sales, and explains why being a “useful construction wingman” matters more than ever in today’s building environment.

This episode is a must listen for builders, designers, suppliers and anyone focused on lifting standards across the construction industry.

Rick’s journey into construction did not start with business plans or franchises. It started on the tools.

From roofing in Victoria to years of formwork in Queensland, Rick spent most of his career doing physically demanding site work in some of the toughest conditions construction has to offer. That time on site shaped how he sees building today — not just how homes are constructed, but where things commonly go wrong once multiple trades are moving through a job.

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Az sits down with Rick from Goop Guys Sunshine Coast to unpack how that lived, on-site experience led him into surface protection and ultimately into business ownership. Rick shares how watching avoidable damage pile up on finished homes pushed him to look for a better solution — one that protects glass, floors, sills and finishes before problems occur, not after.

The conversation dives into why Goop has become known as “liquid insurance” on site, how small scratches and shortcuts can turn into major delays and replacement costs, and why protecting surfaces properly is often cheaper than fixing them later. Rick also opens up about the realities of running a trade-based business, the challenges he faced early on, and the role strong culture and support play in long-term success.

A practical, honest discussion about quality, accountability and what it really means to care about the finished home — from someone who has spent most of his life on site.

Learn more about Goop Guys at https://www.goopguys.com.au

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Az sits down with Brent Nolan from Blunt Agency for a straight-up conversation about brand, trust, and why so many businesses overcomplicate both.

Brent shares the thinking behind helping position G.J. Gardner Homes as Australia’s most trusted builder, and why real brand strength is built from the ground up, through customer experience, internal culture, and consistency, not clever slogans.

They also unpack what happens when brands lose touch with their audience, using the Bud Light controversy as a real-world example of what not to do, and how listening to customers should always outweigh chasing noise.

If you are serious about building a brand people actually trust, not just recognise, this one is well worth your time.

For more: https://www.bluntagency.com/

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Az sits down with Kyle Bate, Founder of ModularSales.com.au and Director of ECP Constructions, to unpack why the modular construction industry needed its own dedicated marketplace.

Kyle explains how ModularSales.com.au was created from lived experience inside the modular sector, not from a boardroom or tech startup. After more than twenty years working hands on in modular construction, Kyle saw how difficult it was for buyers to understand modular options and for builders to get their work seen in one place.

The conversation explores how ModularSales.com.au helps modular builders showcase their homes, granny flats and prefabricated buildings, connect directly with buyers, and gain visibility in a growing market that is often misunderstood.

Kyle also shares why modular construction has evolved far beyond site sheds and dongas, and why platforms built by people who understand construction are becoming increasingly important as housing demand grows across Australia.

This episode is a must watch for modular builders, suppliers, and anyone interested in how off site construction is changing the way homes are delivered.

For more head to: https://modularsales.com.au/

What happens when an estimator gets so frustrated with bad systems that he decides to fix the problem himself?

In this episode, Az sits down with Jake Barry, the quiet force behind MyConstruct, one of Australia’s most practical and underrated builder management platforms.

Jake shares his journey from leaving school at 16 and teaching himself to code, to helping deliver digital systems for organisations like PJ Burns, Master Builders and Stonewood Homes. Along the way, he explains why most construction software misses the mark, how discerning builders properly test platforms, and where AI will actually add value on site and in the office.

This is a grounded conversation about solving real problems, cutting through software hype, and building tools that genuinely make construction easier.

No fluff. No buzzwords. Just a builder-minded technologist with a long-term view.

Try MyConstruct free for 30 days: https://myconstruct.com/signup

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Az sits down with Mark Corkery, Founder of On-Site Scanning Solutions and Chair of the NSW Scaffolding Association, to unpack how 3D site scanning is quietly changing the way construction projects are planned, priced and delivered.

Mark shares how his background in scaffolding and engineering led to the creation of a scanning solution built for real sites, not theory. From fast, phone-based site capture to creating accurate digital twins, this conversation explores how better data upfront can reduce rework, improve communication between site and office, and build trust with clients and stakeholders.

They dive into how builders, remedial contractors, insurance assessors and designers are using scanning to save time, protect margins, and improve the overall customer experience, without needing surveyors, complex software or huge budgets.

If you care about accuracy, efficiency, transparency and building confidence into every job, this is a must-listen.

Topics covered:

• Why bad data is costing projects time and margin

• How digital twins improve estimating and planning

• Using 3D scans to reduce rework and disputes

• Improving communication between site and office

• Why accessible technology is the next big shift in construction

Learn more about OSS: https://onsitescanningsolutions.com/

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Az sits down with Thomas, General Manager of V2E, one of Australia’s most trusted outsourced estimating teams — and the conversation quickly becomes a masterclass in how builders can finally take control of accuracy, margin, and trust.

Thomas explains why so many builders lose money before they even pour a slab, and how V2E’s approach flips the industry norm. Instead of pricing off allowances and guesswork, V2E builds full 3D construction models that capture every component of the home — down to battens, membrane layers, steel, fixings and even how many tubes of epoxy you need.

Builders then receive a transparent, objective BOQ plus a browser-based model viewer they can share with trades and clients. No software, no complexity, no more redoing takeoffs during construction.

Az and Thomas also dive into:

• Why most builders are estimating backwards

• The hidden losses caused by manual or package-based pricing

• How “builder DNA” affects every BOQ

• Why trust, transparency and time are the real competitive advantages

• The staffing shortage in estimating and how better systems reduce pressure

• The blueprint for a modern, scalable, profitable estimating workflow

If you have ever wondered where your margin goes — or how to stop losing it — this episode is essential listening.

Listen now and discover why V2E’s modelling and BOQ system is becoming one of the most valuable tools for builders across Australia.

For more: https://www.v2e.com.au/

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Az sits down with Sean Hewitt, the Managing Director of Stonewood Homes Sunshine Coast South — a builder whose philosophy is built on respect, accountability, long-term thinking and a deep commitment to doing things properly from day one.

Sean shares his 25-plus-year journey, beginning as an apprentice carpenter lifting houses and learning the value of hard work alongside trades who shaped his outlook. From boutique home projects to managing mining camps with more than 200 workers, Sean explains how leadership, safety, culture and communication became the foundations of how he now builds homes and teams.

He also opens up about:

• Why mutual respect between builders and trades is non-negotiable

• How Stonewood’s culture of ownership, family, and shared learning won him over

• The systems he considers essential, from Pipedrive and Home to MyConstruct (MyBuild) and GT

• Why transparency and live pricing help clients feel confident and informed

• The importance of fixing small issues early before they become big ones

• What he believes truly separates a “good builder” from an average one

This conversation is a rare look into how great builders think — not just about homes, but about people, processes and responsibility. Sean’s goal is clear: to become the most recommended builder on the Sunshine Coast, not the biggest. And his approach shows exactly why he is on track to get there.

Listen in and learn why mindset, systems, culture and community matter more than ever in today’s building industry.

In this episode, Sarah from Goop Guys takes us inside one of Australia’s most respected franchise networks — and explains why their model works when so many others don’t.

From strict franchisee selection to industry-leading support, Sarah breaks down what it really takes to grow a successful franchise in the construction space. We talk mindset, training, culture, long-standing builder relationships, and the growing demand for Goop Guys across Australia.

Whether you’re a builder, a tradie thinking about starting a business, or someone curious about low-risk franchise opportunities, this episode gives you a clear, honest look at what makes Goop Guys stand out.

Listen in as we cover:

• What makes a strong franchise partner
• Why mindset matters more than background
• How Goop Guys trains and supports franchisees from day one
• The culture that keeps franchisees and builders onboard for decades
• Real growth areas across Australia

A great conversation with one of the most genuine operators in the game.

In one of the final episodes of the year, Az breaks down three of the biggest stories shaping Australia’s home building industry right now.

First, we dive into new CEDA–Urbis modelling showing how gentle density across middle-ring suburbs could unlock up to one million new homes. From dual occupancies to terraces and townhouses, we explore why this “missing middle” is now one of the clearest pathways to boosting national housing supply.

We then unpack Milwaukee Tool’s latest additions to its 2025 carpentry lineup, including the M18 FUEL™ 184mm Circular Saw and the NITRUS CARBIDE™ demolition blade — and why builders and framing crews should pay attention.

Finally, we look at NXT TEC’s patented superstructure system, which enables complete homes to be built from slab to lock-up in just four days and finished in five weeks. Az explains how this Australian innovation could reshape speed, efficiency, and affordability in residential construction.

Plus: shoutouts from the Stroud Homes golf day, Stacey Combe’s Built to Last event, and a preview of upcoming episodes featuring Goop Guys, Stonewood Homes, and V2E.

A packed episode full of insights, industry updates, and end-of-year momentum for builders heading into 2026.

In this episode, Az sits down with Damon from Odyssey Legal to unpack one of the most confronting issues emerging across the building industry right now: homeowners using negative Google and Facebook reviews as leverage in disputes.

Drawing directly from a recent legal case, Damon explains how a simple defects conversation escalated into termination, defamation notices, police involvement, and potential criminal charges. He breaks down what really happens when builders are kicked off site, what “loss of confidence” actually means in law, and why taking photos and keeping strong documentation can be the difference between protection and disaster.

Az and Damon also explore the growing misuse of online platforms against builders, the importance of early legal intervention, and the big lesson every builder can learn from the Bruce Lehrmann case: sometimes taking the loss early prevents far bigger damage down the road.

They close by announcing a special fundraiser for Teens Take Control — a charity supporting disengaged and at-risk youth — including the raffle of a signed Mike Tyson glove.

A practical, raw and very real conversation for builders who want to protect their reputation, their business, and their peace of mind.

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Az and Renae sit down with Joanna Cassidy — one of the most inspiring new voices in Australian construction. Joanna’s path into brick and blocklaying is anything but typical. With degrees in environmental health and criminology, years in government compliance roles, and a blended family of five kids, she made the bold decision to switch careers and take on one of construction’s most physically demanding trades.

Joanna shares how a hands-on moment during a home renovation opened the door to a new passion, how she pushed through industry resistance to secure an apprenticeship, and why bricklaying gave her a level of fulfilment no corporate job ever could.

Now the co-founder of Cassidy’s Brick and Blocklaying, Joanna is building a business grounded in high standards, strong team culture, mental health awareness, and genuine inclusivity. She talks openly about the barriers women face entering the trades, why representation in bricklaying is still below one percent, and her mission to change that by visiting schools, mentoring young women, and showing what’s possible.

The conversation also dives into what makes a truly “good builder,” why curiosity matters on every job site, and how real change starts with doing what you say you’ll do.

A powerful, honest story from someone who is not just talking about lifting the industry — she’s actually doing it.

Listen now.

For more: https://www.cassidysbrickandblocklaying.com.au/

For more than 25 years, Amanda Bulow has been one of the quiet forces shaping Australian residential construction. From estimating and procurement to founding one of the country’s most influential advocacy groups for women in construction, her impact reaches far beyond job titles and project lists.

In this episode, Az sits down with the founder and CEO of Awesome Women in Construction (AWIC) to unpack the story behind her mission, her grassroots rise from an Ipswich farm, and the moment a simple breakfast catch-up in 2017 grew into a national movement supporting thousands of women across the industry.

Amanda shares the early foundations that shaped her “no excuses, get on with it” mindset, how AWIC grew from 14 women around a table to more than 500 attendees at this year’s International Women’s Day event, and why she believes the industry must rethink flexibility, job-sharing, and pathways if it ever wants to genuinely grow female participation beyond the current 15%.

She also explains the real barriers women face, the blind spots most builders don’t see, and the practical solutions that actually work — including her Skilling Queenslanders program helping long-term unemployed women re-enter the workforce, and the Be Ready app built with QUT to show young people the 30+ career paths that sit beyond trades alone.

For builders, Amanda gives unfiltered advice on estimating mistakes, cost-centre blind spots, pricing accuracy, and why many small-to-medium operators lose money without ever seeing it coming.

This is a conversation about leadership, resilience, and what happens when someone stops talking about change, and actually builds it.

Links:
https://awic.org.au/
https://abulowconsulting.com.au/
https://awic.org.au/app/

On today’s episode of The Good Builder Podcast, we sit down with two people who have already made a genuine impact on the Sunshine Coast building community — and on The Good Builder itself.

Mel and Darran Quade, the new owners of Hotondo Homes Sunshine Coast, share the story behind taking over the franchise, why they believe in craftsmanship over volume, and how a teacher and a former commercial operator built one of the region’s most trusted, people-first building businesses.

This episode dives into what truly makes a good builder: honesty, clear communication, deep client relationships, strong systems, and a relentless commitment to doing things properly — even when it’s hard. The Quades talk openly about land shortages, tough sites, client education, moral standards, and why they treat every home as if they were building it for their own family.  

You’ll also hear the story of their tight-knit trade network, how their Hotondo Homes community has supported them, and why they’re focused on sustainable, steady growth rather than chasing volume.

This is an episode about heart, grit, and the kind of builders who are helping raise the bar across the Sunshine Coast.

This week on The Good Builder, we’re kicking off something special — Women in Construction Week — with a huge lineup of guests and some of the biggest stories shaping Australia’s home building industry.

In this episode, Az runs through the headlines builders are talking about right now, including:

• How air-space development is unlocking hidden value for property owners

• Why Australian bathroom design is shifting, and what it means for drainage and detailing

• The rise of quick-start land releases as councils accelerate greenfield approvals across the country

We also preview the powerful conversations dropping this week with inspiring women leading change across construction:

• Stacey Combe

• Mel & Darran from Hotondo Homes

• Amanda Bulow

• Joanna Cassidy

Plus — a massive week of events ahead, from Stroud Homes’ Golf Day to Stacey’s mindfulness event and the Avia Homes party.

The industry is moving. The Good Builder is moving. And we’re taking this momentum through to the new year and beyond, with only a handful of podcast slots left.

Listen in and stay ahead.

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Az sits down with mindfulness mentor Stacey Combe to explore the part of construction no one talks about enough: the human behind the build. After a decade in pre-construction roles across Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast, Stacey hit the same wall many in the industry face — high pressure, long days, competing priorities, and a mind running faster than the job schedule. Instead of walking away, she turned that experience into a mission to support the people who keep the industry moving.  

Stacey breaks down what mindfulness actually is, why it matters on site and in the office, and how simple moment to moment awareness can reduce mistakes, improve communication, and build stronger relationships across every stage of a project. She also shares the STOP technique, a practical tool anyone can use when the pressure spikes.

This episode also previews her upcoming Sunshine Coast event on 5 December, where builders, trades and construction professionals will come together for an honest conversation about pressure, presence and practical strategies for staying steady in a demanding industry.

If you work in construction, lead a team, or just want to show up better day to day, this one is worth your time.

Most builders are still trying to grow their business with the wrong engine — outsourced marketing that never truly understands the brand, the customer, or the day-to-day reality of running a building company.

In this episode, Az sits down with Anisha and Nayan from Scale Up Smart to unpack one of the biggest questions builders ask:

Do I build an internal marketing team, or should I use an agency?

Drawing on Az’s own experience launching a $24M building company off the back of smart marketing, the conversation dives into:

• Why internal marketers outperform agencies every time
• The exact three marketing roles every builder should hire
• The real cost difference between agencies and internal hires
• Why TikTok, YouTube, Insta and LinkedIn matter more than ever
• The branding mistakes nearly every builder is making
• How offshore talent can save you thousands and increase quality
• Why getting yourself out of admin is the first step to scaling
• The practical roadmap for building your own in-house marketing engine

Scale Up Smart break down what builders actually need to grow, how to stop being transactional, and how to build a brand that clients trust before they even pick up the phone.

This is a blueprint episode — for builders who want predictable leads, stronger brand presence, and a marketing function that actually works.

If you’re thinking about hiring a marketing team in 2026, start here.

John King does not do headlines. He does the work.

In this episode, we sit down with the Managing Director of JG King Homes, one of Victoria’s most respected family-owned builders. Across four decades, the King family has built a business that covers the entire state, pioneered steel framing, survived every cycle, and now leads the charge on eight-star energy rated homes at no extra cost.

John takes us inside that journey — from painting welds in the steel plant as a teenager to overseeing one of Australia’s most vertically integrated and future-focused building companies.

We unpack how JG King’s early move into steel frames shaped their entire identity, how a complete reinvention of their window technology pushed them into true high-performance homes, and why their culture of “grow your own people” has kept them strong for 40 years.

For builders, suppliers and anyone who wants to understand what real long-term thinking looks like in construction, this is one of the most insightful conversations we have ever recorded on The Good Builder.

Listen in and learn from one of the industry’s quiet giants.

Tomorrow we are releasing one of the most important episodes we have ever recorded. It is a full look at Gtee, the platform that is solving one of the biggest pain points in residential building: warranties, maintenance and post handover defects.

Our guest is Mark Potter, a man with one of the most remarkable careers in the industry. At 25 he took over a national operable wall business. In his 30s he became a single dad raising four young kids after losing his wife to cancer. Later he co founded HazardCo which grew into the largest construction safety platform in New Zealand.

His newest chapter is Gtee and it is changing how builders operate.

Gtee gives builders a simple and professional way to manage every part of post handover. Warranty items. Maintenance reminders. Product information. Defect tracking. Customer communication. With more than 600 builders and more than 20,000 homes already in the system, it is proving to be one of the most valuable tools in the industry.

In this episode we break down how the platform works, why adoption has taken off, and why Gtee is becoming essential for builders who want fewer issues, fewer callbacks, better customer experience and a stronger brand reputation.

If you build homes, this episode is a must listen.

Gtee Website: https://gteeco.com

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In today’s episode, Az sits down with one of the most influential minds in the building industry, Dan Urquhart from Thousand Feet Deep. This is more than a leadership chat; it’s a blueprint for how builders can create stronger teams, better cultures, and more resilient businesses.

Together they unpack the Drivers of Effective Influence, mindset, leadership styles, and the traits that separate average operators from the ones who build legacy. Dan breaks down the six leadership styles, why most leaders unintentionally shrink their influence, and how to shift into a mode where your team wants to follow you, not because they have to, but because you’ve earned permission.

Az also shares his own personal reflections after completing the first module of Dan’s Hand, Head & Heart program, including hard-hitting lessons about worker mindset, delegation, emotional leadership, and the brutal reality of why some builders burn out their teams without ever meaning to.

If you’re a builder, tradie, supervisor or business owner who wants to improve your leadership, build a stronger team, and actually enjoy running your business — this episode is a must-listen.

For more head to: https://www.1000feetdeep.com.au/

This week on The Good Builder Podcast, Az sets the scene for one of the biggest line-ups we’ve had all year.

We’ve got three major conversations dropping:

• John King from JG King Homes on legacy, leadership and staying future-fit

• Mark Potter from GTee on the tech every builder should be adopting

• Dan Urquhart from 1000 Feet Deep on influence, pressure and leading through the Christmas crunch

Az also recaps:

• A brilliant night with Glenvill Homes as they launched their new retail brand in Brisbane

• A site visit with Murphy Group as they celebrate 50 years and showcase a stunning Hardie-driven coastal build

Plus, we break down today’s headlines:

• Queensland’s updated building laws and what they mean for builders on the ground

• Goop Guys and the power of long-term trust in the industry

It’s a big episode to kick off the week — packed with insights, stories and momentum from across the industry. Tune in and stay ahead.