Made To Build by HIA
Made to Build is the podcast that dives into the real stories behind residential building—the wins, lessons, and practical advice from the people shaping Australia’s housing future today. Each ep brings you raw, honest conversations with HIA members across the industry. Voices of experience who go beyond polished project photos to share the grit, growth, and hard-earned knowledge that truly make an impact. Wherever you are in the industry, we’re your go-to for insights that help you build better, smarter, and with purpose. Some people are just made to build. New eps every second Tuesday.
Episodes
Ben and Aaron Tass were done with plans changing after the slab was poured, so they put the architect’s desk next to the builder’s. A multi-award winning construction company, every custom job now starts with real numbers, not wishful thinking. They walk through upfront cost breakdowns, clear client chats, and keeping growth steady in a brother-run shop. Want fewer variations and smoother builds? Give this one a run.
Solar used to be a “nice‑to‑have.” Now tougher NCC energy‑efficiency targets are steering every new build toward full electrification. Anthony Igmen from Specialized Solar & Electrical lays out what that means on site - panels, batteries, EV chargers, subsidies, and the margins hiding in smart tech. We cover early‑stage design, ditching gas, and teaming up with the right sparkies. Tune in for tactics you can plug‑in to the next...
Luke Callery is a builder on a mission to make homes perform better — and help other builders do the same. In this ep, he shares how chasing the ‘one percenters’ changed the way he builds, runs his business, and connects with clients. From letting go of micromanaging, to tracking your numbers, to rethinking what makes a quality home - it’s full of small shifts that actually make a difference.@callerybuildingCallerybuilding.com.au
Neil Hipwell left school at 14, started hiring tradies by 20, and built FutureFlip into one of the most recognised design and build companies in the country. In this episode, he talks about how backing yourself, leaning into your strengths, and making hard calls early on helped him build a business — and a life — on his own terms.
Tune in for an honest chat about backing yourself, resilience, and what most builders get wrong about s...
Welcome to Made To Build. The voices shaping the future of residential building in Australia.
Each ep brings you the stories, lessons, and practical insights from those who know building best. These are award-winning builders, design professionals, business coaches, mentors, and hands-on trades. They’re HIA members that have all been through it; navigating challenges, embracing change, managing growth, and seeking better ways to bu...
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