WA injects $4M to restart Cardup Brickworks and boost material supplies
WA government is injecting up to $4M to restart the Austral brickworks in Cardup, aiming to ease brick supply shortages caused by high housing demand.
Up to AU$4 million in WA government funding to recommission the Austral brickworks in Cardup.
Will WA's $4M brickworks restart fix the brick shortage for builders?
Builders and bricklayers in WA face material delays. Restarting this facility could improve brick availability and reduce project hold-ups.
Key takeaways
- WA government is committing up to $4M to restart the Austral Cardup brickworks.
- The move targets brick supply shortages driven by unprecedented housing demand in WA.
- Builders relying on bricks may see improved material availability if recommissioning succeeds.
- No timeline for the restart or production volumes has been detailed in the announcement.
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HIA welcomes recommissioning of Cardup Brickworks
The HIA has welcomed the WA Cook Government's support for recommissioning the Austral Brickworks facility at Cardup, calling it a positive step for building material supply in Western Australia.
Why it matters: Builders and bricklayers in WA may benefit from improved access to locally produced bricks, potentially easing supply constraints on residential construction projects.
Cardup Brickworks to recommence operations
Brickworks will restart operations at its Cardup facility in WA, with support from the WA Government. Industry group HIA has welcomed the announcement.
Why it matters: Builders in WA may see improved local brick supply, easing material shortages that have slowed residential and commercial construction projects.
Brick supply and allocation update
HIA is working with government and manufacturers on brick supply and allocation issues affecting home building in WA. No specific outcomes or changes have been announced yet.
Why it matters: Builders in WA may face ongoing project delays due to brick shortages. Supply constraints can affect scheduling, contract timelines, and cash flow.