High-rise building situation in Australia at risk?

An interesting watch on Youtube in the high-rise building situation in Australia and the alarming rate at which they are going up. Concerns towards defects and safety are starting to build and that many Australian dollars could be at risk.

Housing and banking expert Martin North North has criticised developers and the housing industry for “throwing up” high-rise buildings at such alarmingly fast rates. He warned viewers that significant defects and safety concerns are imminent.

 


Housing and banking expert Martin North North has criticised developers and the housing industry for “throwing up” high-rise buildings at such alarmingly fast rates. He warned viewers that significant defects and safety concerns are imminent.

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