Australian construction materials shortage causing delays for new home builders

File photo dated 01/02/18 of houses under construction

File photo dated 01/02/18 of houses under construction Source: AAP Image/ Joe Giddens/PA Wire

A sharp increase in global demand for building products during the COVID-19 pandemic has caused price rises and delays on Australian construction sites.Builders across the country have reported trouble in accessing items like timber for house frames. Renuka presents a feature with the views of Thevakumar-Builder & Civil Engineer and Saradha Ramanathan- Financial planning consultant.



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