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Maxi (formerly Bretts Design) will be contributing relevant solutions in this category.  Specific details of solutions in this category will be provided soon.



Maxi are providing full product selection and consulting services to the Spring Hill “Enviro-Cottage” Project, particularly in the areas of water and energy efficient appliances.

Maxi is a company that brings the world of renovations to your door. From a simple set of taps to a complete renovation they have the solutions for you. Maxi products and services include:

Kitchens – Maxi has the latest in colours, styles and accessories. Packed into their showroom is a large selection of ideas that when put together will create your dream kitchen.

Bathrooms – With over 30 bathrooms on display Maxi allows you to picture what your new bathroom will look like without having to use brochures.

Renovating - Maxi takes the guess work out of renovating. Experienced designers help turn your dreams into practical and functional kitchens and bathrooms.

Powerful 3D Software – Ever thought what your kitchen or bathroom would look like without having to spend one cent. Let Maxi’s designers show you with revolutionary 3D CAD powered software.

Finance – What would a brand new kitchen and bathroom do to the value of your house? Allow maxi finance to refinance and unlock equity you never thought was there

Service – Want service, want patience, you need Maxi. Maxi knows what is needed to help smooth out the bumpy rollercoaster known as renovating. Maxi will provide service that is patient, helpful and most of all pleasurable.

Come in and see us at any one of our showrooms and let us at Maxi “do it right”.

For more information go to www.maxidesign.com.au or email info@maxidesign.com.au.

Edsel Ford has been selected as the primary building contractor for the Spring Hill “Enviro-Cottage” Project. 

Edsel Ford has been in the building industry for more than 40 years and has delivered projects in many parts of the country.  A lot of recent activity has been in rural Queensland where sustainable and efficient building practices and water and energy sustainability principles have always been part of people’s thinking, for practical as well as commercial and environmental reasons.

Edsel Ford and Pro Tem Consultancy services most recently teamed up in 2005 to win the Master Builders Award for Home Renovation ($150,000-$300,000).

For more information phone Edsel on 0409 490408.

Composting for the future -
The Aerobin is so easy to use – just open the lid, drop in organic waste and close. After a short time fertile compost is produced, which is easily accessed at either side. The Aerobin is the perfect environment for hot composting. Hot composting is desirable because it kills pathogens, inoculates weeds and seeds and creates good quality compost in a short time. A variety of materials such as food scraps (including onion and citrus), tea leaves, lawn clippings, leaves, twigs and even newspaper (scrunched) will encourage microbial action to produce compost. The thermal insulation in the Aerobin stabilises temperature, beneficial to microbial action year round.


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Where technology meets the environment -
Developed by an Australian company, this new technology provides a simple way to reduce your carbon footprint. The unit has been tested by the Swinburne University of Technology, Environment and Biotechnology Centre in Victoria and was found to produce the best quality compost. The Aerobin has a 400kg capacity and measures 740mm x 740mm x 1200mm.
Available at better Nurseries, Garden Centres and Hardware Stores. The Queensland Government provides a $50 water rebate to purchasers of the Aerobin.

For Compost Tips go to https://www.aerobin400.com/forms/aerobin_composting_tips.pdf
For your nearest supplier and other information go to www.aerobin.com.au, email info@aerobin.com.au, or call 1800 615 445.

For over 25 years, Prowler Proof, now located at Banyo in Brisbane, has either been retailing, manufacturing or wholesaling custom-made security doors and window screens. Today, Prowler Proof manufactures and wholesales to over 250 dealers from as far north as Cairns to as far south as Canberra.

Through innovation Prowler Proof has been able to develop and implement systems which allow Prowler Proof to deliver more sustainable production processes. Technology has enabled Prowler Proof to take a more customer centric approach to the enormous amount of product variability requests while still meeting mass production economies of scale. By investing in innovation and technology, Prowler Proof has been able to manufacture security doors and window screens that offer Strength, Reliability, Quality, Finish and Value at the core of every product made. Prowler Proof has successfully applied technology through e-business systems, production automation, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and uniquely designed products to move the production processes from custom made to mass customisation. Through investment and simplification of this technology, Prowler Proof has been able to leverage these innovations to simplify production processes and implement quality systems which ensure a higher quality product, whilst ensuring an average product turnaround time of 3 days, with less material wastage.

Prowler Proof’s investment in innovation has seen them nominated as Finalists in two categories for the Telstra Business Awards for the Panasonic Australia Medium Business Award 2008 and the AMP Innovation Award 2008.

• Special Projects Maryborough
• Beaudesert Police Station
• Public Housing work
• Various primary and state schools within the south east Queensland region
• Aurukun housing
• Yarrabah State School
• Lockhart River Housing
• Weipa Housing
• Edward River Housing

• Australian National University
• Auki Prison Facility on Solomon Island
• Residences on Vanuatu
• Australian Catholic University housing

• Seamless robotically welded corners
• Average production turnaround of 3 working days
• Focus on strength, finish, value, reliability and quality
• Prowler Proof offers a extensive product range from Insect Screens to Heritage designs which provides a security solution for every door or window in your home
• HD20 SD30 and ForceField® meet Australian Standards
• Most accessories colour coordinated to suit the door or window
• All of the Prowler Proof products have a large range of manufactured options and upgrades available from different insect screen gauzes, lock guards, door furniture, pet doors and port holes. Just ask your friendly local authorised dealer about which option will best suit your needs.

For more information visit www.prowlerproof.com.au, call 07 3267 1188 or email info@prowlerproof.com.au

Simpler more compact lifestyles are forcing todays trends towards double duty furnishings. By installing a wall bed and converting valuable floor space into wall space, you can now reclaim that rarely used guest room or spare bedroom and transform it into an efficient home office, home theatre or workroom.

Bed Space Design manufacture here in Australia, ensuring high quality workmanship and materials.

Our wall beds come in a range of Melamine finishes from plain colours to wood grain textures that will complement most decors. Timber veneer finishes are also available. We use only quality German made hinges/gas strut systems, which come with a lifetime guarantee and make the bed easy to operate, transforming your spare room into a bedroom in seconds.

• The bed structure is not bolted to the floor, but is simply screwed to the wall in two places. This eliminates the process of drilling multiple large holes through floor coverings and into timber or concrete floors, which are very difficult and expensive to repair if the bed is to be moved.
• Unlike many designs on the market our wall beds do not have folding doors. Folding doors tend to stick out and get in the way in a small room when the beds are opened, and also give the feeling that one is sleeping in a box when lying in the bed.
• We have included a bed head in our design, which in combination with the positioning of our bed base, eliminates the problem of losing your pillows over the back of the bed, a common problem with some wall beds.
• Coordinating side cabinets are available as an additional feature. All of our side cabinets come with a slide out shelf that serves as a bedside table, making that alarm clock, book or cup of coffee easily accessible when the bed is in the down position. An ironing station, complete with fold out ironing board is also available for those who like to do their ironing in the spare bedroom.

Wall beds are traditionally expensive, but at Bed Space Design we have used our vast experience in bedroom furniture design to make our wall bed very affordable.

You will also be dealing direct with the manufacturer, thus removing the middleman from the pricing equation.

Bed Space Design makes a major contribution to the social sustainability principles of the Spring Hill Enviro-Cottage Project.

For more information go to www.bedspacedesign.com.au or email sales@bedspacedesign.com.au

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The NovaClear™ GTS is designed to safely recycle household grey water for reuse in your home and garden. Manufactured by EcoNova – the SafeWater Company – the NovaClear™ GTS allows its owners to efficiently recycle up to 1100 litres of household grey water each day, reducing your household water bills and your environmental footprint.

The Redwater Diverter saves the cool water from the hot tap that is normally wasted down the drain while waiting for hot water to arrive.

The Redwater Diverter valve has been designed in the interests of sustainability and is considered to be current best practice.

• is a mechanical valve
• uses no electrical devices in the form of pumps, elements, solenoids, timers or the like
• is suitable for retrofit and new installation in residential and commercial applications
• compliments other water saving products and systems
• works automatically once installed
• does not need a button to operate
• has no wires or controls
• has a long serviceable lifetime
• means no more carrying of buckets (particularly in unsafe areas)

• a rainwater tank (as is the case for the "Enviro-Cottage") or
• a storage tank or
• a garden or
• a pool or to
• livestock water or to
• a water feature

To take full advantage of this inspired invention, the Redwater™ Diverter system should be installed in high hot water usage areas. The most obvious is the kitchen sink, where hot water is often used throughout the day. Commonly the water must travel a long distance to reach the tap, thereby wasting a large amount of cooled water. Due to the clever compact design the Redwater™ Diverter can be installed in the cupboard below the tap, under the floor, in the ceiling space, or in a commercial situation in service ducts provided. Another example of a high hot water usage area is the bathroom. In this case a Redwater™ Diverter could be installed to service multiple fixtures such as the shower and basin, or individually service a single fixture.

Research has shown that an average household using the Redwater™ Diverter system could save approximately 16 000 litres or 10% of their potable water usage every year! (based on an average daily water consumption of 420 litres per day per household - approximately the Brisbane average)

The Redwater™ Diverter is currently undergoing testing to Australian Standard 1357.2.

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Higgins Real Wool insulation is a safe, non toxic, non itchy, formaldehyde free insulation alternative that has low embodied energy and has been proven to outperform other insulation materials.

Why insulate?
Improve comfort A properly insulated home will be cooler in summer and warmer in winter, improving the comfort and liveability of your home all year round.

Save money With todays high and increasing cost of energy, finding ways to reduce energy usage has become imperative. A correctly insulated home can cut the cost of heating and cooling by over 40%. The savings achieved will normally pay for the insulation within a few years, providing you with tax free savings for years to come

Help protect the environment When less fuel is used for heating and cooling, less carbon dioxide is added to the atmosphere. Home insulation can help to substantially reduce greenhouse gas emissions and also conserve our precious non-renewable energy resources.

Why Wool?
Due to wools intricate natural structure it has many advantages over man-made fibres. Research shows that wool performs better as an insulator because as a natural fibre it has the ability to trap large columns of air, providing a higher thermal resistance.

How wool outperforms other insulators
Wool has an inherent ability to interact with the atmosphere, absorbing and de-sorbing moisture from the air in your roof cavity over the cycle of day and night. Essentially, as the temperature drops through the night, the air in your roof cavity becomes moist. Wool will absorb this moisture and hold it. As the sun comes up and heat in your roof cavity builds up, the heat begins to act upon your bulk insulation. Eventually there comes a point when other insulators will reach heat saturation and the heat starts to penetrate into your home. Wool on the other hand will start to desorb the moisture it has collected from the air overnight, allowing the fibre mass to stay cool for much longer. The net result is that your home will be cooler in summer and warmer in winter by up to 6 degrees.

Wool a natural air purifier
As wool interacts with the atmosphere it also absorbs and traps toxins and other impurities from the air in your home, making it perfect for asthma or allergy sufferers.

Good for the environment
Wool is a totally renewable resource, has possibly the lowest embodied energy of any insulation product, has a Zero Ozone Depletion Potential, a Low Volatile Organic Compound rating, and contains no Formaldehyde making it possibly the most environmental insulation product on the planet!

Higgins Insulation is an Australian owned company with a brand history of 15 years and a proven track record of supplying superior insulation products and services for projects as diverse a single home renovations, multi story apartments and larger commercial undertakings such as the Sydney 2000 Olympic village and other government projects.

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Maxi (formerly Bretts Design) will be contributing relevant solutions in this category.  Specific details of solutions in this category will be provided soon.



Maxi are providing full product selection and consulting services to the Spring Hill “Enviro-Cottage” Project, particularly in the areas of water and energy efficient appliances.

Maxi is a company that brings the world of renovations to your door. From a simple set of taps to a complete renovation they have the solutions for you. Maxi products and services include:

Kitchens – Maxi has the latest in colours, styles and accessories. Packed into their showroom is a large selection of ideas that when put together will create your dream kitchen.

Bathrooms – With over 30 bathrooms on display Maxi allows you to picture what your new bathroom will look like without having to use brochures.

Renovating - Maxi takes the guess work out of renovating. Experienced designers help turn your dreams into practical and functional kitchens and bathrooms.

Powerful 3D Software – Ever thought what your kitchen or bathroom would look like without having to spend one cent. Let Maxi’s designers show you with revolutionary 3D CAD powered software.

Finance – What would a brand new kitchen and bathroom do to the value of your house? Allow maxi finance to refinance and unlock equity you never thought was there

Service – Want service, want patience, you need Maxi. Maxi knows what is needed to help smooth out the bumpy rollercoaster known as renovating. Maxi will provide service that is patient, helpful and most of all pleasurable.

Come in and see us at any one of our showrooms and let us at Maxi “do it right”.

For more information go to www.maxidesign.com.au or email info@maxidesign.com.au.

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Maxi (formerly Bretts Design) will be contributing relevant solutions in this category.  Specific details of solutions in this category will be provided soon.



Maxi are providing full product selection and consulting services to the Spring Hill “Enviro-Cottage” Project, particularly in the areas of water and energy efficient appliances.

Maxi is a company that brings the world of renovations to your door. From a simple set of taps to a complete renovation they have the solutions for you. Maxi products and services include:

Kitchens – Maxi has the latest in colours, styles and accessories. Packed into their showroom is a large selection of ideas that when put together will create your dream kitchen.

Bathrooms – With over 30 bathrooms on display Maxi allows you to picture what your new bathroom will look like without having to use brochures.

Renovating - Maxi takes the guess work out of renovating. Experienced designers help turn your dreams into practical and functional kitchens and bathrooms.

Powerful 3D Software – Ever thought what your kitchen or bathroom would look like without having to spend one cent. Let Maxi’s designers show you with revolutionary 3D CAD powered software.

Finance – What would a brand new kitchen and bathroom do to the value of your house? Allow maxi finance to refinance and unlock equity you never thought was there

Service – Want service, want patience, you need Maxi. Maxi knows what is needed to help smooth out the bumpy rollercoaster known as renovating. Maxi will provide service that is patient, helpful and most of all pleasurable.

Come in and see us at any one of our showrooms and let us at Maxi “do it right”.

For more information go to www.maxidesign.com.au or email info@maxidesign.com.au.

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Maxi (formerly Bretts Design) will be contributing relevant solutions in this category.  Specific details of solutions in this category will be provided soon.



Maxi are providing full product selection and consulting services to the Spring Hill “Enviro-Cottage” Project, particularly in the areas of water and energy efficient appliances.

Maxi is a company that brings the world of renovations to your door. From a simple set of taps to a complete renovation they have the solutions for you. Maxi products and services include:

Kitchens – Maxi has the latest in colours, styles and accessories. Packed into their showroom is a large selection of ideas that when put together will create your dream kitchen.

Bathrooms – With over 30 bathrooms on display Maxi allows you to picture what your new bathroom will look like without having to use brochures.

Renovating - Maxi takes the guess work out of renovating. Experienced designers help turn your dreams into practical and functional kitchens and bathrooms.

Powerful 3D Software – Ever thought what your kitchen or bathroom would look like without having to spend one cent. Let Maxi’s designers show you with revolutionary 3D CAD powered software.

Finance – What would a brand new kitchen and bathroom do to the value of your house? Allow maxi finance to refinance and unlock equity you never thought was there

Service – Want service, want patience, you need Maxi. Maxi knows what is needed to help smooth out the bumpy rollercoaster known as renovating. Maxi will provide service that is patient, helpful and most of all pleasurable.

Come in and see us at any one of our showrooms and let us at Maxi “do it right”.

For more information go to www.maxidesign.com.au or email info@maxidesign.com.au.

The Natural Painting People are Brisbane’s greenest painters with years of experience in the painting trade. They have been successfully advocating for a greener and healthier approach to painting in Brisbane and are members of the Master Painters Queensland and the GreenPainters Association of Australia. Steve Williams (Managing Director) has had many articles published and been interviewed for publications such as G Magazine, Green Magazine, and Channel Nine’s Extra television program.

Many paints contain Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC’s) which are the solvents and chemicals that off gas as paints dry and are dangerous to our health. VOC’s affect the applicator as they paint and affect customers after a job is finished as they can continue to off gas for months after application. For more information see the “Enviro-Cottage” green paint article here.

In December 2007 the World Health Organisation’s International Agency for Research on Cancer issued a press release declaring that occupational exposure as a painter is “carcinogenic to humans”.

The release linked the development of lung and bladder cancer with painting as an occupation and suggests that exposure in females may be associated with childhood leukaemia. Many customers also have adverse reactions to paint such as respiratory problems, eye irritation, and nausea. However, non toxic paints used by the Natural Painting People have a very low irritant value; one of the brands is the only paint in Australia to receive the Asthma Councils seal of approval!

The Natural Painting People have spent years sourcing the lowest VOC paints and finishes, and have such belief in the products that they even opened The Green Paint Shop, Brisbane’s only non toxic paint shop at 235 Boundary Street West End (you can contact them on (07) 3846 0956).

Steve and the team at Natural Painting People use low and zero VOC paints from companies which have a whole of life cycle understanding regarding the manufacture of paint. These companies include Rockcote who produce Ecostyle paint and the Cooee range of products for wood (both manufactured on the Sunshine Coast). They also specialise in water wise principles and use a “paint reclaimer” to recycle paint waste off site, meaning dirty paint ‘water’ doesn’t enter groundwater systems on site.

The Natural Painting People have completed many quality projects around Brisbane and specialise in renovations and restoration work. The workmanship undertaken is of highest quality and their knowledge of sustainable painting is unrivalled in Brisbane. Please contact the Natural Painting People for a free quote for your next painting project.

For more information visit www.naturalpaintingpeople.com.au, call 07 3269 9987 or email natural.painting@yahoo.com.au

ROCKCOTE is a multi-award winning company, specialising in advanced architectural coating systems that take inspiration from the past, to create innovative solutions for today.

When it comes to the finest quality render, texture and paint, ROCKCOTE has it covered. Whether you’re an architect, builder, specifier or home renovator, ROCKCOTE can help you enhance your project with texture, colour and protection.

Totally compatible with a wide range of building materials, ROCKCOTE’s render, texture and paint systems allow you to express your individual style in a unique way – creating a signature look for your home, inside and out.

If you’re looking for an environmentally friendly paint, then ROCKCOTE’s EcoStyle range is for you. This Zero VOC (Volatile Organic Compound) paint has no horrible smell, toxic chemicals or solvents. EcoStyle has been awarded the Good Environmental Choice Label and is approved by the National Asthma Council.

From finding the perfect colour and finish, to planning your entire project, the experienced team of ROCKCOTE specialists can help you achieve the look and performance you’re after. The solution is always easy with ROCKCOTE.

The Green Paint Shop is Brisbane's One Stop Non Toxic Paint Shop, selling a range of interior and exterior paints, and other specialist products.  The paint sold at The Green Paint Shop is amongst the cleanest, greenest and safest paint in the world.  For more information please visit www.greenpaintshop.com.au or phone (07) 3846 0956 and their friendly team will be happy to help you.

• Cooee wood protection,
• Livos protection for wooden floors, cork, concrete, furniture and bench tops
• Rockcote Ecostyle paint, approved by the National Asthma Council Australia, suitable for interior and exterior use and is developed and made on Queensland's Sunshine Coast, and
• Other specialist products such as Wood Stains, Special Primmer, Iron Protection, Paint Stripper and more.

All paints pass stringent Australian Standards, come in a full range of colours and were designed to look beautiful as well as functional in any home or commercial setting.

The Green Paint Shop will deliver paints to your site via a courier company for a small charge if you require. 

For more information visit www.greenpaintshop.com.au, call 07 3846 0956 or email thegreenpaintshop@yahoo.com.

Slade Brothers Plumbing provides plumbing services to the Northside of Brisbane, from the Brisbane city region north to Redcliffe.

From fixing a dripping tap to major scheduled maintenance, including water efficiency and hot water solutions, Slade Bros are small enough to care and large enough to help. Slade Bros are qualified and licensed Green Plumbers®.

Green Plumbers Licensed GreenPlumbers® can supply environmentally sustainable plumbing, construction work, services such as gas work, heating and cooling work or environmentally sustainable products. Using certified GreenPlumbers® means peace of mind for the customer, as they are required to adhere to a code of ethics and warrant their plumbing work.

Slade Bros, as a GreenPlumber®:

• Is fully licensed, accredited and insured
• Is a specialist in water and energy saving solutions in domestic and commercial environments
• Understands and arranges any enviro-rebates or incentives available
• Only uses proven products and methods
• Provides quality workmanship
• Provides expert advice
• Delivers a reliable service

• latest technology and energy saving appliances
• practical appliance and installation knowledge
• environmental impacts of plumbing services, appliances and household practices
• consumer information
• energy/water/cost savings (short term and long term cost comparisons and environmental benefits

Vision
The Slade Bros Vision is to be recognised as the major plumbing services identity on the Northside of Brisbane. The business operation has been developed and systemised so that they can deliver a consistent, reliable service to meet all customer requirements.

Values
Honesty – in how we deal with our clients
Integrity – in the way we deliver the service
Reliability – we can be counted on
Consistency - in the way we deliver our service

Awards
Slade Bros Plumbing were awarded membership into the prestigious Q400 in 2007 & 2008.

For more information visit www.sladebrosplumbing.com.au, call 1300 787 284 or email kelvin@sladebrosplumbing.com.au

• Queensland Complete Printing Services recycle 95.6% of all waste which keeps unrecycled waste to less than one domestic wheelie bin a week
• Queensland Complete Printing Services offset presses use soy based inks. This biodegradeable alternative allows them to maintain a great print quality whilst using a much cleaner alternative than the oil based inks.
• Off their own roof they harvest 100% of the water used for the printing process. This saves the water in our dams for domestic use.
• Their short term goal is to become 100% green energy users. They currently use 20% green energy and envisage moving to 100% in the next three months. In Australia, 31% of energy used by the paper and pulp sector comes from renewable sources (biomass & hydro).
• A strong internal waste reduction program allows them to drive out waste through the entire production process. Reducing any waste is good for the environment. Queensland Complete Printing Services have a Responsible Paper Purchasing Policy, where they purchase only from paper suppliers that offer a range of stocks that are manufactured under strong Environmental Management Systems like ISO 14001 and Chain of Custody.
• As a participant of the Queensland Government’s EcoBiz program, which is an initiative of the Environment Protection Authority, Queensland Complete Printing Services are assisted in developing better ways to minimise their impact on the environment.
• Queensland Complete Printing Services support the 1000 TREES project where they are giving away 1000 trees to schools and not for profit groups to plant and nurture within their local community.

The Spring Hill “Enviro-Cottage” Project has utilised Wagners ready mixed concrete for structural and retaining walls, pool structure, burnished concrete feature floors and to deliver the required thermal mass function.

Wagners provides concrete to commercial and domestic customers throughout Queensland, from a number of major plants in Brisbane, Toowoomba and Townsville and smaller plants throughout South East Queensland.

Wagners are a family owned, Queensland company. Established in Toowoomba in 1989 as a concrete and transport company with 20 employees, the company grew rapidly establishing and acquiring concrete plants and quarries throughout Queensland. The company now employs over 1000 employees worldwide and includes over 20 concrete plants, 6 quarries, a fleet of 300 trucks, major manufacturing facilities for both steel reinforcing and composite products and Project divisions that operate both in Australia and overseas.

The group is currently undertaking a major expansion in the Brisbane area which includes the construction of one of Australia’s largest concrete plants at Murrarie and a cement grinding plant on the Brisbane River.

The Wagner philosophy has always been to provide the absolute best quality products and the highest level of customer service possible, with those products produced using safe and environmentally friendly work practices.

Wagners pride themselves on using 100% of all the raw materials they produce and re-using any waste that results from their production processes.

In 2007 Wagners were the first company in Australia to install the revolutionary Wastesaver unit which results in a dramatic reduction in fresh water used in the production of concrete and allows critical changes to be made to current industry practices by enabling the practical recycling of concrete solids. The Wastesaver unit results in a 100% improvement in the average harvesting capacity of rainwater, a reduction in the volumes of virgin aggregates required and improved product quality.

While concrete is not traditionally considered an environmentally friendly product, its low maintenance cost, longevity and insulating and thermal properties make it a practical solution when constructing environmentally conscious homes. In addition to this when concrete’s ‘whole of life cost’ is taken into account it is also an extremely economical building product.

Wagners’ believe in practicing responsible corporate citizenship, particularly in the area of environmental management. Recovering and recycling waste products while strictly adhering to licensing conditions, industry codes and regulations, are indicative of the strategies implemented by Wagners to avoid pollution of land, air and water. The company is committed to sustaining the environment in a healthy and safe manner for the benefit of future generations.

Pre-cast concrete – Wagners operates the largest permanent pre-cast concrete yard in Queensland at Wacol, adjacent to major transport routes. This yard has a flat table area, pre-stressing beds and a range of moulds enabling the production of a full range of pre-cast products.

Steel reinforcing – Wagners supplies steel reinforcing, associated products and scheduling services from large scale manufacturing facilities in Brisbane, Toowoomba and Townsville.

Quarry products – Wagners operates basalt, granite and sand quarries and has a full range of products including sealing aggregates, crusher dust, top soil, trap rock, concrete aggregates, road base, washed sand and decorative sand. Wagners Quarries also operates a fleet of mobile crushing and screening plants for project work.

Transport – Wagners Transport division operates a fleet of almost 300 trucks, which are deployed at Wagner Plants and haulage projects.

Composite Fibre Technologies – Wagners CFT produces a range of composite products, including road bridges, boardwalks, electrical cross arms and conveyors. This revolutionary product is lightweight, durable and 100% recyclable. Composite products are being used to replace endangered hardwoods throughout Australia. The long lasting properties of composite products greatly reduce maintenance and whole of life costs making it one of the most sustainable civil construction products on the market.

Visit www.wagner.com.au, call 07 3853 3600 or email brisbane@wagner.com.au for more information.

For over 25 years, Prowler Proof, now located at Banyo in Brisbane, has either been retailing, manufacturing or wholesaling custom-made security doors and window screens. Today, Prowler Proof manufactures and wholesales to over 250 dealers from as far north as Cairns to as far south as Canberra.

Through innovation Prowler Proof has been able to develop and implement systems which allow Prowler Proof to deliver more sustainable production processes. Technology has enabled Prowler Proof to take a more customer centric approach to the enormous amount of product variability requests while still meeting mass production economies of scale. By investing in innovation and technology, Prowler Proof has been able to manufacture security doors and window screens that offer Strength, Reliability, Quality, Finish and Value at the core of every product made. Prowler Proof has successfully applied technology through e-business systems, production automation, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and uniquely designed products to move the production processes from custom made to mass customisation. Through investment and simplification of this technology, Prowler Proof has been able to leverage these innovations to simplify production processes and implement quality systems which ensure a higher quality product, whilst ensuring an average product turnaround time of 3 days, with less material wastage.

Prowler Proof’s investment in innovation has seen them nominated as Finalists in two categories for the Telstra Business Awards for the Panasonic Australia Medium Business Award 2008 and the AMP Innovation Award 2008.

• Special Projects Maryborough
• Beaudesert Police Station
• Public Housing work
• Various primary and state schools within the south east Queensland region
• Aurukun housing
• Yarrabah State School
• Lockhart River Housing
• Weipa Housing
• Edward River Housing

• Australian National University
• Auki Prison Facility on Solomon Island
• Residences on Vanuatu
• Australian Catholic University housing

• Seamless robotically welded corners
• Average production turnaround of 3 working days
• Focus on strength, finish, value, reliability and quality
• Prowler Proof offers a extensive product range from Insect Screens to Heritage designs which provides a security solution for every door or window in your home
• HD20 SD30 and ForceField® meet Australian Standards
• Most accessories colour coordinated to suit the door or window
• All of the Prowler Proof products have a large range of manufactured options and upgrades available from different insect screen gauzes, lock guards, door furniture, pet doors and port holes. Just ask your friendly local authorised dealer about which option will best suit your needs.

For more information visit www.prowlerproof.com.au, call 07 3267 1188 or email info@prowlerproof.com.au

The Versaline Solar Clothes Dryer
The sun is a sustainable resource that in combination with a breeze offers us a free, gentle and natural alternative to the electric dryer. Electric dryers offer an energy using, environmentally unfriendly and harsh way of drying clothes. They can stress and destroy valuable garments, generate static electricity within them, and crush the clothing so they require ironing.

Solar clothes dryers are the most natural and environmentally friendly way to dry clothes as it conserves energy, decreases greenhouse gas emissions and has the added bonus of saving money on the electricity bill and on time wasted ironing.

The Versaline clothesline, an eco friendly alternative to the electric dryer, utilises a unique bracket mounting system that gives the homeowner unlimited control over where to place a clothesline to better suit their needs. Because of its disappearing and flexible length qualities, the Versaline clothesline offers a discreet clothesline that can be utilised in areas not normally considered for a clothesline.

What makes the Versaline clothesline so unique?
The Versaline clothesline offers the consumer the versatility of being able to install a clothesline where it best benefits their lifestyle. Traditional clotheslines usually dictate where they should be positioned in a household space and are limited in this area. The Versaline clothesline’s unique bracket mounting system allows the homeowner to dictate where to place their clothesline to better suit their requirements. The Versaline clothesline is easy to install in any size space, any length and removes in seconds when you need it to, allowing the homeowner to utilize this area for other purposes.
The Versaline clothesline is normally installed onto the face of a wall or posts any distance apart, but can also be mounted onto curved surfaces, or perpendicular from a surface, at a 45° diagonal across a corner or onto round posts. With the introduction of an extra bracket and bar, the Versaline clothesline can be made longer than standard or installed onto three posts to cover a longer span. Duel drying positions is also possible with the purchase of an extra set of wall brackets. No other clothesline can offer the versatility and flexibility of the Versaline clothesline.

The Versaline clothesline has the capacity of a large clothesline yet, because of its unobtrusive and removable features, it has an additional market as an undercover and internal clothesline closer to living areas.

Protool has specialised in manufacturing, press metal tooling and general engineering as well as product development for clients, for over 10 years with the principle owner having 35 years experience as an Engineer. Protool is proud to be now developing Australian made products of their own which include the Versaline clothesline range. Protool is excited to be contributing to the Spring Hill “Enviro-Cottage” Project.

Visit www.versaline.com.au for more information or send an email to info@versaline.com.au.

TESTIMONIALS

“Quick to put up and remove, leaving the courtyard free for entertaining.”
Nona Putral
Lilli Pilli, NSW

“I bought this clothesline as a second undercover, but now find it's the only clothesline that I use. We entertain most weekends and, because it removes so easily, it fits well into our lifestyle.”
Ross & Lonah Hinton
Engadine, NSW

“I bought 2 Versaline clotheslines to fit a space along the side of my home too small for other clotheslines. One is installed in a sunny position and other is installed undercover. They are so compact and I really like the slim line appearance.”
Mrs. B. Lane
Grays Point, NSW

“Fantastic product. I couldn't think of another clothesline that could fit where I wanted it to go. My wife brought it home and as soon as I saw it I knew I had a place for it. We love the fact that you can make it fit anywhere. When we move, we are taking it with us.”
Mr. J. Strong
Mosman, NSW

“Well.... I am amazed. I ordered my Versaline 4pm Monday arvo. It arrived here on the north coast by 9am Tuesday morning and it was on my wall by 5pm Tuesday arvo!!!!!! It was the easiest installation I have ever come across and it looks great. I got rid of that bloody awful oversized and old hills hoist and I now have a much bigger backyard.

Great product, great service - GREAT (AUSSIE!) STUFF!”
Justin Garnett

Queensland Heritage Masonry are stone masons committed to building and preserving Queensland's history. Based in Brisbane, Queensland - Queensland Heritage Masonry’s objectives are to incorporate the craft of stonemasonry, heritage conservation and modern requirements to provide an integrated approach for all clients. Heritage conservation is a delicate process, which often requires specialised skills. Queensland Heritage Masonry has experienced tradespeople with both contemporary and traditional skills.

Queensland Heritage Masonry source, process, manufacture, deliver and fix on site to the highest quality standards. Works are carried out in many different mediums including Granite, Sandstone, Marble and Brisbane Tuff. Projects are conducted in major centres and all regional areas of Queensland and New South Wales.

Queensland Heritage Masonry provide the following:

• Fixed price or Hourly charge pricing structures
• Stringent quality control systems
• Able to complete all size projects due to capacity of business structure and capital expenditure
• Ability and facilities to deliver on stringent deadlines and budgets
• Multi-disciplinary trades team
• Occupational Health, Safety and Environmental guidelines on all aspects on works carried out
• Training programs

• Stonemasonry
• Banker Masonry
• Fixing Masonry
• Letter cutting
• Monumental Masonry
• Block/Bricklaying
• Carving

Majestic Pools has led the industry with a range of “sustainability and conservation” technology developments. From products such as the “Backwash Recycler” to spearheading the now SPASA-wide concept of “EcoPool” self sufficient swimming pools, and commercialising Ozone/freshwater pool systems. Majestic Pools is also heavily involved with developing further water, energy and chemical saving technologies, some of which may be incorporated into the Spring Hill “Enviro-Cottage”Project.

Majestic Pools & Landscapes have partnered with Astral/Hurlcon Pool and Spa Equipment in the development of a range of these products, and also further major developments in the way of sustainability and “eco-friendliness” in the pool and backyard.

Majestic Pools & Landscapes is one of Australia’s largest concrete pool builders and designers, building more than 750 concrete pools each year. Established in 1986 by Jack and Lydia Jakovac, the company employs ten designers and six project managers. The company takes pride in its well-equipped design team, which specialises in full concept and custom outdoor designs, including sustainability and EcoPool aspects. Majestic Pools & Landscapes has two showrooms: one in Chandler and the other in Albany Creek.

The company builds pools along the Queensland coast from the New South Wales border up to the Sunshine Coast and as far west as Toowoomba.

The team at Majestic Pools & Landscapes also designs for the Sydney, Melbourne, American, Middle East and European markets. Majestic Pools & Landscapes was one of the major winners in the 2008 SPASA Queensland annual awards, taking away 22 awards including Pool Builder of the Year. The company is also a gold award winner in the national SPASA awards. Its many accolades are testament to the high-quality finished product provided.

For more information visit www.majesticpools.com.au, call (07) 3245 2111 or email mail@majesticpools.com.au.

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Maxi (formerly Bretts Design) will be contributing relevant solutions in this category.  Specific details of solutions in this category will be provided soon.



Maxi are providing full product selection and consulting services to the Spring Hill “Enviro-Cottage” Project, particularly in the areas of water and energy efficient appliances.

Maxi is a company that brings the world of renovations to your door. From a simple set of taps to a complete renovation they have the solutions for you. Maxi products and services include:

Kitchens – Maxi has the latest in colours, styles and accessories. Packed into their showroom is a large selection of ideas that when put together will create your dream kitchen.

Bathrooms – With over 30 bathrooms on display Maxi allows you to picture what your new bathroom will look like without having to use brochures.

Renovating - Maxi takes the guess work out of renovating. Experienced designers help turn your dreams into practical and functional kitchens and bathrooms.

Powerful 3D Software – Ever thought what your kitchen or bathroom would look like without having to spend one cent. Let Maxi’s designers show you with revolutionary 3D CAD powered software.

Finance – What would a brand new kitchen and bathroom do to the value of your house? Allow maxi finance to refinance and unlock equity you never thought was there

Service – Want service, want patience, you need Maxi. Maxi knows what is needed to help smooth out the bumpy rollercoaster known as renovating. Maxi will provide service that is patient, helpful and most of all pleasurable.

Come in and see us at any one of our showrooms and let us at Maxi “do it right”.

For more information go to www.maxidesign.com.au or email info@maxidesign.com.au.

Granitgard is the Spring Hill “Enviro-Cottage” choice for long-life non-toxic termite protection.

New buildings can be protected from termites with one treatment of natural, non-toxic, Granitgard graded stone physical termite barrier material. This treatment is easily applied during construction and could save the building from destruction. With a wide range of simple installation methods that are fully approved, Granitgard can protect all common building designs. Granitgard offers long-life, one system termite protection without the worry of toxic chemicals, building schedule delays and on-going retreatments. Because Granitgard remains visible, it is easy to determine whether an area has been properly protected.

Granitgard’s flexibility means that it will remain effective when the building’s service connections, footings, foundations and walls expand and contract. Granitgard allows building components to move independently without breaking the termite barrier or cracking walls, footings and pipes.

The specially graded and shaped Granitgard stone particles are used in combination with durable termite resistant strip shielding materials to provide a flexible, non-toxic, long-life termite barrier. This barrier protects buildings by blocking concealed termite access and forcing those termites that are trying to enter the building out into the open where they are visible and can be easily eradicated.

Granitgard termite barriers do not require replenishment or repairs unless the barrier has been disturbed, during renovations or plumbing repairs, for example. In situations such as these, contaminated graded stone should be removed and the barrier topped up to the appropriate level with fresh stone.

This work should only be performed by a licensed Granitgard Installer. Termite shielding may also need to be repaired after renovations or plumbing work. Again this is a simple process that can be carried out by a licensed Granitgard Installer who will issue a new Granitgard Treatment Certificate and Warranty to cover the new work and repairs.

CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

The natural stone material used to make Granitgard is a by-product of concrete and road sealing aggregate crushing. That portion of quarry output which is too fine for other products is re-processed to make Granitgard. Crushing, screening, vacuuming, packaging and delivering the volume of Granitgard required to treat one home uses very little energy and has low environmental impact. There are no chemicals added to Granitgard. Installing Granitgard in a building actually reduces that structure’s energy demand because Granitgard also helps to insulate the underside and perimeter of concrete slabs.

A 100mm layer of Granitgard has an “R” value of 0.6. Being a once-only treatment the efficiencies of Granitgard termite barriers multiply over time as other systems require re-application or replenishment. The strip shielding materials used as part of the Granitgard System are manufactured. PVC strip shielding is made using some recycled plastics. Like the Granitgard graded stone, strip shielding can be re-used.

Granitgard Pty Ltd’s research and development efforts, in collaboration with the CSIRO, continue to refine sustainable termite protection techniques to better meet the requirements of architects, engineers and builders. Investigations into the use of lower impact recycled materials for Granitgard strip shielding and penetration collars are examples of the company’s innovative approach. Such innovation and flexibility ensures that Granitgard continues to be the responsible choice for termite protection.

Visit www.granitgard.com.au or call 1800 032 549 for your nearest GranitGard provider or email sales@granitgard.com.au.

Greenbins is a privately owned and operated Brisbane skip bin company providing a high level of service to both homes and businesses throughout the Greater Brisbane area. They have over 500 bins, 10 trucks and are expanding year on year. They pride themselves on prompt, efficient and friendly service, to provide for your entire waste disposal needs.

Greenbins respects the environment, so they aim to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill each year. Their facility has the resources to sort and recycle most re-usable material and where not possible they use only respected recycling stations within Brisbane.

Do the right thing use greenbins!

For more information visit www.greenbins.com.au, call 1300 656 624 or email greg@greenbins.com.au.

Atlantis® Matrix® tank modules

The Spring Hill "Enviro-Cottage" Project has utilised Atlantis � Matrix � tank modules, underground rainwater harvesting, detention and infiltration tanks. The Atlantis underground tank system is a modular sub surface system that can be constructed to hold any volume required. The sub surface location of the tank frees up space for landscaping or driveway use while also ensuring optimal conditions for retaining water is always maintained. All macro and micro pollutants are completely kept out of the system through an Atlantis Filtration Unit.

ATLANTIS
Established in 1986, Atlantis Corporation Pty Ltd has become the leading international provider of water sensitive urban design solutions in the field of stormwater management, collection and purification.

With offices and partners around the world, Atlantis integrate consulting, technical services and the supply of innovative technologies to develop total environmental solutions for urban stormwater management.

MISSION
Atlantis’ objective is to create sustainable environmental solutions for stormwater management, turning major environmental problems into rejuvenated assets that enhance water quality and reduce or eliminate contaminated water discharge into our rivers and oceans.

THE ATLANTIS APPROACH
The Atlantis approach is modern, holistic and creative resulting in a more natural and environmentally, sustainable design.

The Atlantis system guarantees compliance with environmental regulations, thereby avoiding costly legal cases. Our strategies include partnering with customers to develop the specific customised solutions, anticipating and meeting their development needs while, at the same time, repairing or protecting the environment in a manner which makes economic sense for all parties involved in urban development.

Atlantis incorporates all environmental considerations when analysing development design. Their multi-skilled team of environmental engineers, landscape architects and biologists work together to solve customer’s problems in an ethical and holistic way.

PRODUCT RANGE

flo cell	The Atlantis® Flo Cell is an ideal structural and lightweight system designed for Planter Box and Roof Garden applications. The Atlantis® Flo Cell allows optimal growing conditions for vegetation through ideal moisture conditions and aeration. Only excess water is removed and the soil profile retains a high moisture content. In addition the Atlantis® Flo Cell features water storage cups used for passive irrigation and due to the structural design of the cell, a void space is created, providing aeration and promoting growth for root systems. The Atlantis® Flo Cell will also function as a protective membrane for waterproofing on concrete slabs, walls and provide ventilation for concrete slabs, alleviating heat induced stress and cracking.
Strip Filter Pipe	Highly efficient alternative to traditional ag pipe - Permeable Pipe The Strip Filter Pipe is a modular, hollow structure with male to female connection at alternate ends. Compared with traditional slotted pipe it has superior crush strength and a significantly higher infiltration capacity due to the void surface area of over 80%.
Drainage Logs	Sub-surface trench drainage system
Wall panels	Vertical drainage for retaining walls The cellular wall drainage system provides a permanent structural cavity to relieve hydrostatic pressure and control water seepage. Perfect for underground car parks, basements, retaining walls and seepage cut-off trenches.
Atlantis� Turf Cell�	A patented HDP grid structure designed to reinforce and stabilize turf grass in a range of applications.  The system provides simple, fast and low-cost installation and is suitable for both flat and sloping surfaces.
Atlantis� Gravel Cell�	Provides heavy load-bearing support and containment of gravel to create a porous pavement surface.  When used with proper porous base course material, Gravel Cell acts as a filter medium for gross pollutants, allowing the stormwater to be treated before flowing into a storage area utilizing Atlantis Matrix tanks.  Gravel Cell minimizes stormwater runoff, inhibits weed growth and acts as a permeable pavement surface.
Atlantis� Flo-Grid�	The Flo-Grid™ permeable paver revolutionizes the ancient curb & gutter drainage system. The Flo-Grid™ permeable paver allows the infiltration of stormwater along the entire length of the road, directing stormwater to naturally infiltrate into the ground below, recharging natural aquifers. By replacing impermeable curb & gutter drainage system, the Atlantis system reduces stormwater runoff, streambank erosion and contaminated waterways.

APPLICATIONS

Atlantis Channel System: Bio-Swale - The Atlantis channel system is based on permeable sub-surface waterways that recharge the ground water table with clean water and reduces erosion. The Atlantis Bio-Swale can be designed to follow contours of landform, landscaping, and emulate the flow of natural waterways.
Ecological roads, kerb & guttering
Ecological carparks – permeable paving (Turf Cell/Gravel Cell)
Atlantis Matrix tanks for reuse, infiltration and detention
Roof gardens and planter boxes drainage and infiltration design and construction
Sports field drainage and infiltration (Golf course, Playing fields)

• Telstra Stadium - 30mm Flo Cell installation
• Sydney Aquarium - Flo Cell installation
• Jackson’s Landing, Pyrmont  - 52mm  Flo Cell Titan tank installation
• ResMed Building, Norwest Building Park - Flo Cell installation
• Reserved Bank, Norwest Building Park - Wall Panels installation
• Sydney Aquarium - Turf Cell installation
• Woollhara Golf course - Turf Cell installation
• Melbourne Cricket Ground, Vic. - 9000m3 30mm Drainage Cell installation
• State Hockey Centre, Victoria – 17000m3 Turf Cell installation
• Business Park, Penrith - 1000m3 detention tank installation
• Salamander Bay - housing estate - tank installation
• Thomas Town, Vic - 620m3 detention tank installation
• Sydney Airport – 270 m3 infiltration tank installation
• Blackmores, Warriewood                
• 600 m3 reuse tank installation
• 700 m3 detention tank installation

IT STARTED WITH A DREAM
In 1980, motivated by the mission to improve the cities of the world, Humberto Urriola and a small team of people who had the same beliefs, set out to change the way we managed water.  Many of today’s water technologies are based on a system developed by the Roman Empire some 2,000 years ago.

Internationally recognised environmental group, Greenpeace, sums the situation up with a slogan “When the last tree is cut, the last river poisoned and the last fish dead, we will discover that we can’t eat money…”

We hope these days never eventuate.

According to Humberto: “To dominate nature, we have to respect it.” A philosophy shared by many environmentalists right around the world.

As we are all a part of the world’s living environment, we are responsible to fix the things that contaminate our home.  We must think: “Environment First”.

This is one of the cornerstone messages preached by Humberto.  His ‘Atlantis’ philosophy of healing the planet and stopping environmental degradation should take place in a variety of forms.

His driving desire to protect the environment resulted in his unique, internationally acclaimed invention: the Atlantis Drainage Cell. The first real change in water management in over 2,000 years.  His invention of an ecologically sustainable and environmentally friendly water management system is based on nature itself: let water fall where God had intended it to and manage it at point source.

“Make your home and your life a little bit greener and you will see positive results,” he says.
Our architecture, the way we build cities, the way we manage water and air all has to change.  If not, the Earth will not recover from centuries of degradation and environmental mismanagement.

Our civil engineers, architects, builders and governments must change their way of environmental thinking.  Global warming, floods, droughts and killer storms are a result of man’s lack of understanding the environment.

Our cities are an impermeable cover over the earth.  They stop water from penetrating the ground, they create hot thermal plumes that lead to global warming and they are the source for disease and contamination of the environment.

Environment First!

Breezway specialises in products that bring light, air and a sense of space to the built environment. Altair Louvre Windows by Breezway were selected by the Spring Hill “Enviro-Cottage” Project to be inst