The Good Builder Podcast

It’s a special one today...Az is joined by none other than his better half, Renae !  Fresh off a big long weekend, they’re diving into the stories mainstream media won’t touch and the ones sparking real conversations across the building industry. Here’s what’s coming up: The Bank of Mum & Dad : New Mozo report reveals it’s now worth $2.7 billion a year, but the way parents are helping is shift...

Big news today with stamp duty officially abolished for first home buyers – but is it truly a win for everyone? In today’s episode, we dig into what this change really means, and ask: who’s still getting left behind? We’re also on the ground at the Sydney Home Show , so if you’re around, come say hi and catch all the action. Plus: 💪🏽 A message from a community member sheds light on a real gap in...

On the pod today, Pete and Az unpack a massive week for the Queensland building game.    Pete attended the UDIA Summit and drops some truth bombs about the land crisis – apparently, there's barely a month's worth of decent land left in South East Queensland!    We also dive into the Productivity Review and the big question no one wants to say out loud: is union interference strangling site product...

On the pod today, Pete and Az are cracking into May with a big one. They cover the new $78 million fast-track program to get experienced but unqualified workers onto tools faster — without cutting corners. It’s a game-changer for builders short on trades and long on pressure. Pete breaks it down and shares how builders can work with RTOs to speed up apprenticeships without sacrificing quality . Th...

On the pod today, Pete and Az get stuck into a big Wednesday session — kicking off with three marketing tools every builder should have in their back pocket (yes, even if you reckon you're "not techy"). We’re talking Google Trends, Canva, and CapCut — and how even the most old-school operators can use them to find leads, build brands, and smash out content faster than ever. Plus, Az drops a wild i...

On the pod today, Az and his wife Renae sit down for a chat with the absolute powerhouse that is Kim Allen. Kim’s story is one of grit, guts, and growth. From answering emails under her husband’s name to leading a growing business and landing international awards, Kim’s journey proves what can happen when you back yourself and back your values. We yarn about building confidence, flipping the scrip...

On the pod today, Pete and Az dive into a sneaky good tip for builders: how to tap into the surge of Kiwis moving to Australia and buying homes. Pete breaks down how KiwiSaver funds can be used to get into the Aussie property market — and why builders should be marketing to this growing crowd. We also chat about what’s coming up at the Sydney Build Expo (spoiler: we’ve got a no-BS panel you won’t...

On the pod today, Pete and Az dive into one of the most overlooked parts of home building — display homes. Are you just opening the door and hoping for the best? Or are you actually tracking foot traffic, creating experiences, and giving people a reason to remember your home? They talk about real, simple ways to measure your traffic (without your sales rep playing head counter), how to make your d...

On the pod today, we chat with Tom Egan — founder of Avia Homes — about what it really took to build a $100 million construction business in just three years… right after the company he worked for went bust. Tom’s story is a real one. An honest reflection from building something from the ground up. From site delays and supplier chaos to crying clients and tough calls, he copped it all during COVID...

On the pod today, Pete and Az get stuck into a short week full of big talking points. From the rise of cashed-up boomers building new homes (and where to find them), to why some of the prettiest towns in the country are dropping in value—there’s a lot in this one. They dive into: Why Metricon is seeing a surge in self-funded retirees building homes How to actually reach this growing demographic (h...

On the pod today, Pete and Az get real. From a shocking carjacking close to home to a powerful reminder to live life like it matters, this one hits deeper than usual. They cover:– A fully signed Titans jersey raffle for TIACS – Why real supplier relationships beat order-taking any day – Jaymee from Stiebel Eltron’s advice for adding value, earning trust, and backing young women in the industry – N...

On the pod today, Pete and Az sit down with Jaymee Tresize , National Sales Manager (Home Builders) at Stiebel Eltron. This one’s all about relationships, real support for builders, and how suppliers can actually add value — not just drop off product and disappear. Jaymee talks straight about what builders really want, how to navigate the chaos of compliance, and why a good builder doesn’t just ta...

Welcome back after your Easter long weekend! On the pod today, Pete and Az dive into the big one, are builders becoming the next wave of influencers? They talk through what it means to build a personal brand in the building game, why trust and personality matter just as much as your project photos, and how names like Duayne Pearce and the Graya bros have built loyal followings without the fluff. T...

On the pod today, Pete and Az fire up the mics on Easter Monday — while most of the country’s still in holiday mode — to unpack a big week in the world of building. They cover a standout meeting at the new HIA HQ, the real value of industry advocacy (and why builders should back it), plus a great convo with Frameology’s Matt Grieve — a builder Az reckons is part of the “new breed” who’s business f...

A word of warning from Pete, a word on culture from Az...this episode is jam packed for your Easter Long Weekend! Please subscribe to The Good Builder Pod for more Daily Goodness!

On the pod today, Pete and Az sit down with Greg McGee, GM of Ryse Constructions. Greg is a top bloke who’s seen it all and was happy to share some of his insights. From building Billy carts as a kid to running 49 homes at once as GM of Ryse Constructions, Greg’s story is packed with real lessons for anyone in the game. They cover a heap: – What it really takes to be a good builder – Learning the...

In this episode of The Good Builder Daily Dose , Pete and Az get stuck into a few hard truths. From a conversation with Brendan Bathersby about the idea of “time in the boat” (why experience, patience and showing up over the long haul matters), to a deeper look at why the industry often feels built on mistrust. They also challenge the growing trend of emailing quotes. If you’re in sales or client...

This one’s got it all, from messy job sites and million-dollar hemp homes to what really makes a builder's brand stick. Pete’s fresh off a guest appearance on The Level Up Experience with Duayne Pearce, and the boys dive into what it means to show up as a “good builder”. They cover why site cleanliness matters more than you think (yep, even the neighbour’s watching), how builder duos like Aletha a...

From farm life and carpentry to running one of Queensland’s busiest home building companies - meet Aletha and Slade Walters, the powerhouse duo behind Stroud Homes Wide Bay. In this episode, Aaron and Pete sit down in Hervey Bay to unpack how this husband-and-wife team grew from small renos and shed builds to selling a huge volume of homes a month. They talk growth, systems, and the power of stayi...

Pete and Az cut through the political spin to break down what the latest housing policies actually mean for builders on the ground. Pete dives into the expansion of the Home Guarantee Scheme (think 5% deposits and no LMI), Labor’s bold plan to build 100,000 affordable homes, and the Coalition’s surprising tax break on mortgage interest for first home buyers. They chat through the real-world implic...

Az and Pete are back with a Monday dose of energy, good banter, and practical takeaways for builders. They kick things off with a wrap of the weekend, before diving into: A clever land-ranking tool on OpenLot that could help sales teams get ahead. Why respect on site matters — and what Kim Allen had to say about setting the tone, contagious energy, and avoiding the “energy vampire” trap. Pete’s go...

It’s Friday on The Good Builder and the boys are back covering everything from AI tools you should actually try, to how one builder’s maintenance mindset is bringing in more referrals. Pete runs through the potential impact of US-China tariffs on local building, while Az shares why Canva might be the ultimate builder secret weapon. Have an excellent weekend!

In this episode of The Good Builder , we sit down with Aaron Morris, Group Sales Manager at Stoddart and a legend in the Australian construction industry. Aaron shares his journey from humble beginnings as a roof tiler to leading national sales across the business. He opens up about the lessons learned over the years, the power of relationships in building, and the evolution of compliance, afforda...

On today’s episode of The Good Builder Daily Dose , we cover a stack of hot topics shaking up the industry: National Housing Summit – What the Property Council got right and what’s still missing. Orange Land Release – 330 homes in the pipeline thanks to a Landcom and council partnership. Builder Booms – We spotlight some companies climbing from $10M to $50M+. Client Education – Should customers do...

Aaron and Pete are back with a Wednesday dose of real talk and stories from their backgrounds in construction. In today’s episode, they unpack a bit of Aaron's role in the rise of Avondale Homes, a marketing experiment that turned into one of SEQ’s most recognised acreage builders. They also dive into the evolving role of builder brokers , explore the idea of floating homes as a future housing sol...