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Canberra's first 'real' apartments are now sought-after homes

There's good, bad and ugly in apartment design, but it wasn't always this way.

The Canberra Times · Jul 7

What to turn to when the heat hits: the fan

As we head into summer, fan-first cooling can help you stay cool while keeping energy bills in check. Here’s what you need to know

The Guardian - AU · Nov 21, 2025

Design investment can drive down costs in energy efficient future

'Imagination deficit' holding back progress on efficient homes.

The Canberra Times · Aug 26, 2024

Energy efficiency requirements for new homes will rise in October next year, but building a 7-star home doesn't have to break the bank

Energy efficiency requirements for new homes will increase in October next year, but design choices like north-facing windows can help lessen the cost.

ABC News · Sep 6, 2022

Family took their home from 3 stars to 7.7 - and now are saving big

Family proves all-electric refit is possible

The Canberra Times · Aug 5, 2022

Switching from gas to electricity at home can save money, but this expert says planning the transition helps

The effects of double-glazed windows can be mimicked with bubble wrap. Induction cooktops come with a curve for woks. Here are more tips to get energy efficient at home.

ABC News · Jul 11, 2022

Air flows, draught sealing and double glazing: how homeowners can retrofit houses for warmth

Methods of keeping living spaces warm range from cheap gap-sealing to expensive double-glazing, but the first step is to find and see the problem

The Guardian - AU · Jul 2, 2022