PASSIVE SOLAR in TASMANIA - The Owner Builder
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169WIN!A two nights ruralstraw bale stay. See p.68FEBRUARY – MARCH 2012 $6.95<strong>PASSIVE</strong> <strong>SOLAR</strong><strong>in</strong> <strong>TASMANIA</strong>Termite freetimber extension Straw bale flood repairsSelf-sufficient earthbag homeWet areas THE OWNER BUILDER special ♦ 169 February feature– March 2012 1
Inside...ISSUE Nº 169February – March 20126 COUNTRY HAVEN BUILT TO LASTA seamless, termite-less addition to a ‘60s weatherboard cottage.14 A TEENAGE TAKE ON OWNER BUILDINGA hilarious look at the process through the eyes of a 14-year old.16 THE BIRTH OF AN EARTHBAG HOMEA first time builder <strong>in</strong> the USA designs and builds her own home for $US 6000.22 STONE SETTLER’S COTTAGE<strong>The</strong> dream of build<strong>in</strong>g a stone cottage is still alive and well, and progress<strong>in</strong>g.625 EXPOS AND EVENTSA wrap-up of some events over the past two months.26 RURAL LAND SHARING CO-OPERATIVESHave you considered this as an alternative to freehold land and a mortgage?28 GREEN RENOVATIONPart 6: All dressed up. Decks and fenc<strong>in</strong>g.1632 OWNER BUILDER INERTIA<strong>The</strong> path from ‘armchair builder’ to ‘down and dirty’ can be taken <strong>in</strong> small steps.35 EARTH BUILDING UPDATEEarth Build<strong>in</strong>g Association of New Zealand (EBANZ) Conference, October 2011.38 <strong>PASSIVE</strong>LY AND PATIENTLY <strong>SOLAR</strong>Concrete block and Ecoply cladd<strong>in</strong>g comb<strong>in</strong>e with large glass w<strong>in</strong>dows for solar access.3848 SPECIAL FEATURE: WET AREASBathrooms, toilets, laundries and mud rooms – as you have never seen them before!60 STRAW BALE BUILDING UPDATEAfter the flood – straw bale wall repair <strong>in</strong> Emerald, Qld.70 BUILDING DIARY…Roof<strong>in</strong>g, rock<strong>in</strong>g and body wreck<strong>in</strong>g – a lesson <strong>in</strong> moderation.REGULAR FEATURESIn house . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Com<strong>in</strong>g events . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12L<strong>in</strong>e ads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Reviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45Subscriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54Bits & bobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47TOB merchandise . . . . . . . . . .55Back issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56We want your... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59Bookshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64Prize giveaway . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68Com<strong>in</strong>g soon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69From the back porch . . . . . .7448COVER PHOTOGRAPHWith two other build<strong>in</strong>g projectsunder their belts, these ownerbuilders were glad to complete theirown home. Story starts page 38.Photo: Lynda Wilson.<strong>The</strong> <strong>Owner</strong> <strong>Builder</strong>© Copyright 2012 • ISSN 0728-7275Phone: 0402 428 123(10am–2pm Monday & Thursday)Email: <strong>in</strong>fo@theownerbuilder.com.auWeb: www.theownerbuilder.com.auwww.facebook.com/<strong>The</strong><strong>Owner</strong><strong>Builder</strong>Postal address:PO Box 9000, Paterson NSW 2421AUSTRALIAEditor: Lynda WilsonPublishers:AfriCat Pty. Limited(A.B.N. 24 106 576 881)Pr<strong>in</strong>ter: Graphic ImpressionsDistributed to newsagentsby: Gordon & Gotch LtdDEADLINES:Nº 170 Apr/May 2012Editorial – 7 FebruaryAdvertis<strong>in</strong>g – 14 FebruaryNº 171 Jun/Jul 2012Editorial – 3 AprilAdvertis<strong>in</strong>g – 10 April© www.theownerbuilder.com.au • 0402 428 123THE OWNER BUILDER ♦ 169 February – March 2012 3
170Free!Choose a free build<strong>in</strong>gbook. See page 67APRIL – MAY 2012 $6.95SUSTAINABLE DESIGNPRINCIPLES INACTION Eco town housesStraw bale work<strong>in</strong>g beeExtensions to a mud brick homeFood storage solutions
Inside...ISSUE Nº 170April – May 20126 ENDURANCE<strong>The</strong> story of two women and two (more) build<strong>in</strong>gs.16 UPDATING A MUDDYA small 1980s mud brick house is given a spacious Hebel extension.23 ECO TOWN HOUSES IN THE CBDA small susta<strong>in</strong>able development close to the Perth CBD, be<strong>in</strong>g undertaken bytwo couples.629 STRAW BALE BUILDING UPDATEStraw bale walls and bushfires.32 MUD HOUSE RESTORATIONA mud brick vault and dome, built <strong>in</strong> 1982, is given a little TLC.38 <strong>TASMANIA</strong> – SEA TO SKYBuild<strong>in</strong>g a susta<strong>in</strong>able home that is also healthy was important to this couple.1649 CREATING A NEW WAY OF BEINGCERES is recognised as an <strong>in</strong>ternational leader <strong>in</strong> community andenvironmental practice.55 MOUNTAIN RIVER STRAW BALE WORKING BEEA lot can be learned by work<strong>in</strong>g directly on a real build<strong>in</strong>g project.58 SPECIAL FEATURE: FOOD STORAGEFrom keep<strong>in</strong>g verm<strong>in</strong> out to ensur<strong>in</strong>g contents stay <strong>in</strong>, here are a few handysolutions to your storage problems.3268 TINY HOMES: SIMPLE SHELTER‘Small rooms or dwell<strong>in</strong>gs discipl<strong>in</strong>e the m<strong>in</strong>d; large ones weaken it.’– Leonardo da V<strong>in</strong>ci.74 FUTURE HOMES 2012A new round of design challenges for students <strong>in</strong> Hunter and Central CoastSchools is about to start.REGULAR FEATURESIn house . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Com<strong>in</strong>g events . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14L<strong>in</strong>e ads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Com<strong>in</strong>g soon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28Subscriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45Back issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46TOB merchandise . . . . . . . . . .48Directory of services . . . . . .52Expos & events . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5438Bookshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64Reviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68We want your... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74A variety of alternative build<strong>in</strong>gstructures, <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g earthbag,mud brick and straw bale, can beseen at CERES <strong>in</strong> Melbourne, Vic.Story starts page 49.Photo: Lynda Wilson<strong>The</strong> <strong>Owner</strong> <strong>Builder</strong>© Copyright 2012 • ISSN 0728-7275Phone: 0402 428 123(10am–2pm Monday & Thursday)Email: <strong>in</strong>fo@theownerbuilder.com.auWeb: www.theownerbuilder.com.auwww.facebook.com/<strong>The</strong><strong>Owner</strong><strong>Builder</strong>Postal address:PO Box 9000, Paterson NSW 2421AUSTRALIAEditor: Lynda WilsonPublishers:AfriCat Pty. Limited(A.B.N. 24 106 576 881)Pr<strong>in</strong>ter: Graphic ImpressionsDistributed to newsagentsby: Gordon & Gotch LtdDEADLINES:Nº 171 Jun/Jul 2012Editorial – 3 AprilAdvertis<strong>in</strong>g – 10 AprilNº 172 Aug/Sep 2012Editorial – 5 JuneAdvertis<strong>in</strong>g – 12 June© www.theownerbuilder.com.au • 0402 428 123THE OWNER BUILDER ♦ 170 April – May 2012 3
JUNE – JULY 2012 $6.95171HILLSIDE BOARD& BATTEN DIY bamboo floor<strong>in</strong>gHemp build<strong>in</strong>g workshopFirepits, barbeques and ovens‘Cool’ build<strong>in</strong>g THE OWNER BUILDER <strong>in</strong> ♦ the 171 June – tropicsJuly 2012 1
Inside...ISSUE Nº 171June – July 20126 LOCALLY MILLED, LOCALLY MADEHillside board and batten ‘tree house’ on a steep slope.15 HEMP BUILDING WORKSHOPParticipants get their hands dirty learn<strong>in</strong>g about hempcrete.18 COB STUDIO AT TUMBLEDOWNAn experiment resulted <strong>in</strong> a useful little build<strong>in</strong>g made of mud.622 BUILDING WITH RE-USED MATERIALSHow can you get help with the hands-on work required for your project?24 NIFTY RENDERING TOOLA handheld mach<strong>in</strong>e speeds up the tedious job of render<strong>in</strong>g straw bale walls.26 IT’S COOL IN THE TROPICSDesign<strong>in</strong>g and build<strong>in</strong>g for the tropical climate of Magnetic Island.1833 DIY BAMBOO FLOORINGLay<strong>in</strong>g your own strand woven bamboo floor is easily achievable.38 SPECIAL FEATURE: FIREPITS, BARBEQUES AND OVENSIndoors or outdoors, there is noth<strong>in</strong>g like fire to draw a crowd.50 COB RESTORATION IN CANTERBURY, NEW ZEALANDAn orig<strong>in</strong>al cob cookhouse is pa<strong>in</strong>stak<strong>in</strong>gly restored, with the help of volunteers.3857 A STRAW BALE HOUSE IN SUNRAYSIA – Part 2<strong>The</strong> obstacles of owner build<strong>in</strong>g are f<strong>in</strong>ally overcome to complete a dream home.70 BUILDING DIARY PART 5: BACK ON THE JOBWork cont<strong>in</strong>ues as John recovers from a badly <strong>in</strong>jured back.57REGULAR FEATURESIn house . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Com<strong>in</strong>g events . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12L<strong>in</strong>e ads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Com<strong>in</strong>g soon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14We want your... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Expos & events . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32Subscriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45Back issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46TOB merchandise . . . . . . . . . .48Directory of services . . . . . .53Bookshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62Reviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66Book extract . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67Back porch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74Build<strong>in</strong>g on a slope is always achallenge, but the views overdistant green paddocks and bushclad hills made it worthwhile.Story starts page 6.Photo: Sharyn Munro.<strong>The</strong> <strong>Owner</strong> <strong>Builder</strong>© Copyright 2012 • ISSN 0728-7275Phone: 0402 428 123(10am–2pm Monday & Thursday)Email: <strong>in</strong>fo@theownerbuilder.com.auWeb: www.theownerbuilder.com.auwww.facebook.com/<strong>The</strong><strong>Owner</strong><strong>Builder</strong>Postal address:PO Box 9000, Paterson NSW 2421AUSTRALIAEditor: Lynda WilsonPublishers:AfriCat Pty. Limited(A.B.N. 24 106 576 881)Pr<strong>in</strong>ter: Graphic ImpressionsDistributed to newsagentsby: Gordon & Gotch LtdDEADLINES:Nº 172 Aug/Sep 2012Editorial – 5 JuneAdvertis<strong>in</strong>g – 12 JuneNº 173 Oct/Nov 2012Editorial – 7 AugustAdvertis<strong>in</strong>g – 14 August© www.theownerbuilder.com.au • 0402 428 123THE OWNER BUILDER ♦ 171 June – July 2012 3
OCTOBER – NOVEMBER 2012 $6.95173www.theownerbuilder.com.auPoured earth boomerangMud brick community complexMill<strong>in</strong>g your own timber Pa<strong>in</strong>t<strong>in</strong>g and f<strong>in</strong>ish<strong>in</strong>g a straw bale homeAnalys<strong>in</strong>g power requirementsLift<strong>in</strong>g roof trussesBuild<strong>in</strong>g your own swimm<strong>in</strong>g poolTHE OWNER BUILDER ♦ 173 October – November 2012 1
Inside...ISSUE Nº 173October – November 20126 BALED UP & RENDERED: LOOKING BACKIn part two, the sisters get on with pa<strong>in</strong>t<strong>in</strong>g and fitt<strong>in</strong>g out their straw bale house.15 JIM DA SILVA FARMA 10–bed mud brick complex, built with volunteer labour.18 STRAW BALE WORKING BEEA prospective owner builder’s workshop and work<strong>in</strong>g bee experiences.1522 HOW MUCH POWER DO WE NEED?Analys<strong>in</strong>g how much energy electrical devices use and if they are really needed.26 SPECIAL FEATURE: FENCESWalls of straw bale, recycled timber and metal, plus a whimsical stone creation.32 MILLING QUALITY WOOD FROM YOUR FARM GROWN TREESArticle first published <strong>in</strong> Town & Country Farmer June/July 2011.1835 BEAR’S CASTLEA folly or a fairytale house, made of cob <strong>in</strong> the 19th century still survives.38 GRECO-GIPPSLAND POURED EARTHA boomerang shaped post and beam solar home <strong>in</strong> Victoria.48 LIFTING ROOF TRUSSESA home made lift<strong>in</strong>g device is used to place roof trusses on a shed.50 A DREAM IN THE MAKING: OUR HALF BUILT SHED-HOUSE<strong>The</strong> house design that evolved on the deck of a sail<strong>in</strong>g boat becomes reality.2660 BUILD YOUR OWN SWIMMING POOLF<strong>in</strong>ished with the house, Miles Harris decided to add an owner built swimm<strong>in</strong>g pool.70 BUILDING DIARY PART 7: BEE IS FOR BALES<strong>The</strong> wall rais<strong>in</strong>g work<strong>in</strong>g bee proves to be both useful and productive.REGULAR FEATURESIn house . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Com<strong>in</strong>g events . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12L<strong>in</strong>e ads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Directory of services . . . . . .45Expos & events . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47Subscriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55Back issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56TOB merchandise . . . . . . . . . .58We want your... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59Bookshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64Reviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68Com<strong>in</strong>g soon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69Back porch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7460FRONT COVER PHOTOGRAPHThis double-w<strong>in</strong>ged boomerang shapedhouse turns its back to wet and wildweather, keep<strong>in</strong>g its occupants snug.Story starts page 38.Photo: Sharyn Munro<strong>The</strong> <strong>Owner</strong> <strong>Builder</strong>© Copyright 2012 • ISSN 0728-7275Phone: 0402 428 123(10am–2pm Monday & Thursday)Email: <strong>in</strong>fo@theownerbuilder.com.auWeb: www.theownerbuilder.com.auwww.facebook.com/<strong>The</strong><strong>Owner</strong><strong>Builder</strong>Postal address:PO Box 9000, Paterson NSW 2421AUSTRALIAEditor: Lynda WilsonPublishers:AfriCat Pty. Limited(A.B.N. 24 106 576 881)Pr<strong>in</strong>ter: Graphic ImpressionsDistributed to newsagentsby: Gordon & Gotch LtdDEADLINES:Nº 174 Dec 2012/Jan 2013Editorial – 2 OctoberAdvertis<strong>in</strong>g – 9 OctoberNº 175 Feb/Mar 2013Editorial – 27 November 2012Advertis<strong>in</strong>g – 4 December 2012© www.theownerbuilder.com.au • 0402 428 123THE OWNER BUILDER ♦ 173 October – November 2012 3
DECEMBER 2012 – JANUARY 2013 $6.95174www.theownerbuilder.com.auCurved <strong>in</strong>sulatedpanel kit home Build<strong>in</strong>g a stone houseStraw bale on a low budgetSacred geometry <strong>in</strong> house designHeavy timber frame rais<strong>in</strong>gKeep<strong>in</strong>g it compact and simpleTHE OWNER BUILDER ♦ 174 December 2012 – January 2013 1Special feature: STAIRS
Inside...ISSUE Nº 174Dec 2012 – Jan 20136 BUILDING A STONE HOUSEA unique family home of stone and steel on Magnetic Island.14 STRAW BALE IN MANSFIELD VICTORIAA house built with little money but lots of determ<strong>in</strong>ation.18 LIGHT WEIGHT CONSTRUCTION OPTIONSWise choices <strong>in</strong> design, materials and suppliers can get you to lock-up stage quicker.23 EARTH BUILDING UPDATE<strong>The</strong> 2012 EBAA AGM and Conference was held at a creative and rustic bush haven.625 COMPACT AND SIMPLE BUILDM<strong>in</strong>imis<strong>in</strong>g ma<strong>in</strong>tenance and allow<strong>in</strong>g for simple bushfire protection.28 SACRED GEOMETRY IN HOUSE DESIGNA design <strong>in</strong>corporat<strong>in</strong>g harmony, balance and symmetry.32 REPORTS, PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS<strong>The</strong> build<strong>in</strong>g blocks for the success of your construction project.1434 SPECIAL FEATURE: STAIRSWhile they need to be practical, there is no need for stairs to be purely utilitarian.39 LIVING IN A RAL HOUSEModules of <strong>in</strong>sulated panels are bolted to form a structural arch.46 STRAW BALE BUILDING UPDATE<strong>The</strong> 2012 International Straw <strong>Builder</strong>s’ Conference was a great place to share ideas.2848 AS SHE LIKES ITAn owner builder prepares to do it all over aga<strong>in</strong> – <strong>in</strong> Hebel.58 A WINTER’S TALEHeavy timber frame rais<strong>in</strong>g on a w<strong>in</strong>ter’s day.70 EARTH, WARMTH, COOLTHFrugal <strong>in</strong>novation and ancient ideas have a modern application.REGULAR FEATURESIn house . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Com<strong>in</strong>g events . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12L<strong>in</strong>e ads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Expos & events . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Directory of services . . . . . .43Com<strong>in</strong>g soon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53Subscriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54TOB merchandise . . . . . . . . . .55Back issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56Reviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62Bookshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64We want your... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69Back porch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7434FRONT COVER PHOTOGRAPHA curved profile is the simplest and mostefficient form to both enclose spaceand maximise openness to a chang<strong>in</strong>glandscape. Story starts page 39.Photo: Peter Picker<strong>in</strong>g<strong>The</strong> <strong>Owner</strong> <strong>Builder</strong>© Copyright 2012 • ISSN 0728-7275Phone: 0402 428 123(10am–2pm Monday & Thursday)Email: <strong>in</strong>fo@theownerbuilder.com.auWeb: www.theownerbuilder.com.auwww.facebook.com/<strong>The</strong><strong>Owner</strong><strong>Builder</strong>Postal address:PO Box 9000, Paterson NSW 2421AUSTRALIAEditor: Lynda WilsonPublishers:AfriCat Pty. Limited(A.B.N. 24 106 576 881)Pr<strong>in</strong>ter: Graphic ImpressionsDistributed to newsagentsby: Gordon & Gotch LtdDEADLINES:Nº 175 Feb/Mar 2013Editorial – 27 November 2012Advertis<strong>in</strong>g – 4 December 2012Nº 176 Apr/May 2013Editorial – 5 February 2013Advertis<strong>in</strong>g – 12 February 2013© www.theownerbuilder.com.au • 0402 428 123THE OWNER BUILDER ♦ 174 December 2012 – January 2013 3
FEBRUARY / MARCH 2013 $6.95175www.theownerbuilder.com.auOctagonal timber gemLiv<strong>in</strong>g <strong>in</strong> an owner built stone house<strong>Owner</strong> builder f<strong>in</strong>anceSuperadobe fire circle and domeStone settler’s cottageStraw bale build<strong>in</strong>g diary updateSpecial feature: OUTDOORSTHE OWNER BUILDER ♦ 174 December 2012 – January 2013 1
Inside...ISSUE Nº 175February – March 20136 LIVING IN STONEBuy<strong>in</strong>g a unique owner built stone home helped one couple realise their dream.12 BUILDING IN STONEAn owner builder <strong>in</strong>terview with Bruce Davidson, a repr<strong>in</strong>t from TOB 12 Jul–Oct 1984.16 SMALL HOUSESA review and extract from ‘Small Houses,’ published by <strong>The</strong> Taunton Press.624 OWNER BUILDER FINANCEOne of the keys to a successful project is to plan ahead and get it right.26 SPECIAL FEATURE: OUTDOORSFerry shelters, cubby houses, benches and arbours, and a delightful Shepherd’s Hut.32 PROFESSIONAL PROFILEPeter Pedals of Ra<strong>in</strong>bow Power Company shares some personal <strong>in</strong>sights with us.2638 OCTAGONAL HOME FOR OLD TREESWith fabulous views all round, an octagonal house seemed the logical choice.50 EARTH BUILDING UPDATEUs<strong>in</strong>g only sandbags, barbed wire and earth, it is possible to create a shelter.60 STONE SETTLER’S COTTAGEAnother update on the stone cottage Reg Wilson is build<strong>in</strong>g himself <strong>in</strong> Qld.3868 THE ACCESSIBLE HOMEA review and extract from ‘<strong>The</strong> Accessible Home,’ published by <strong>The</strong> Taunton Press.70 BUILDING DIARY PART 8W<strong>in</strong>ter is wan<strong>in</strong>g and spr<strong>in</strong>g has sprung; time to get back to serious build<strong>in</strong>g.50REGULAR FEATURESIn house . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5Reviews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16, 68Expos & events . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Com<strong>in</strong>g events . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22L<strong>in</strong>e ads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23Plans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34We want your... . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37Directory of services . . . . . .46Com<strong>in</strong>g soon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49Subscriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54TOB merchandise . . . . . . . . . .55Back issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56Bits & bobs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58Bookshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64Back porch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74FRONT COVER PHOTOGRAPHAdapt<strong>in</strong>g an octagonal plan to<strong>in</strong>corporate passive solar designpr<strong>in</strong>ciples and maximise on the viewsresulted <strong>in</strong> a light filled home.Story starts page 38. Photo: Sharyn Munro<strong>The</strong> <strong>Owner</strong> <strong>Builder</strong>© Copyright 2013 • ISSN 0728-7275Phone: 0402 428 123(10am–2pm Monday & Thursday)Email: <strong>in</strong>fo@theownerbuilder.com.auWeb: www.theownerbuilder.com.auwww.facebook.com/<strong>The</strong><strong>Owner</strong><strong>Builder</strong>Postal address:PO Box 9000, Paterson NSW 2421AUSTRALIAEditor: Lynda WilsonPublishers:AfriCat Pty. Limited(A.B.N. 24 106 576 881)Pr<strong>in</strong>ter: Graphic ImpressionsDistributed to newsagentsby: Gordon & Gotch LtdDEADLINES:Nº 176 Apr/May 2013Editorial – 5 February 2013Advertis<strong>in</strong>g – 12 February 2013Nº 177 Jun/Jul 2013Editorial – 2 April 2013Advertis<strong>in</strong>g – 9 April 2013© www.theownerbuilder.com.au • 0402 428 123THE OWNER BUILDER ♦ 175 February – March 2013 3