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EPISODE · Jul 9, 2025 · 9 MIN

The Daily Dose #82 | Brisbane’s Boiling Over + The Rate Cut That Didn’t Happen

from The Good Builder Podcast · host The Good Builder

Two big swings hit the building industry this week, and not in a good way. The RBA held its nerve and didn’t cut interest rates, while Brisbane officially overtook Sydney as the most expensive city in Australia to build in.Aaron breaks down what this means for builders, suppliers, and anyone trying to keep margins intact. From Olympic-sized cost blowouts to the reality of quoting jobs with last year’s pricing — this one’s got the insight (and cheek) you’ve come to expect from The Good Builder Podcast.Needless to say, if you’re still hoping for a cheap slab and smooth delivery windows… you might want to sit down for this one.🧱 Show NotesIn this episode:– Why the RBA held interest rates (and what might happen in August)– Brisbane tops the charts: $5,009/sqm and climbing– What’s driving construction costs through the roof– Why prefab and productivity are your best bets– What builders and suppliers should do right now to stay ahead– Community callout: Are you already feeling the squeeze? We want to hear from you.📧 Got a take or want to be featured? Email us at: [email protected]

Two big swings hit the building industry this week, and not in a good way. The RBA held its nerve and didn’t cut interest rates, while Brisbane officially overtook Sydney as the most expensive city in Australia to build in.Aaron breaks down what this means for builders, suppliers, and anyone trying to keep margins intact. From Olympic-sized cost blowouts to the reality of quoting jobs with last year’s pricing — this one’s got the insight (and cheek) you’ve come to expect from The Good Builder Podcast.Needless to say, if you’re still hoping for a cheap slab and smooth delivery windows… you might want to sit down for this one.🧱 Show NotesIn this episode:– Why the RBA held interest rates (and what might happen in August)– Brisbane tops the charts: $5,009/sqm and climbing– What’s driving construction costs through the roof– Why prefab and productivity are your best bets– What builders and suppliers should do right now to stay ahead– Community callout: Are you already feeling the squeeze? We want to hear from you.📧 Got a take or want to be featured? Email us at: [email protected]

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