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The Good Builder Podcast

The Good Builder

This week in home building news! Catch up with Az and Pete and a colourful array of guests, to hear about who"s killing it, who"s innovating, and who"s getting into strife in the world of new home construction.

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13:10

The Daily Dose #172 | Building Smarter: What WA’s...

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2025/11/12

In today’s episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Aaron Ng breaks down what it really means to build smarter — in business, leadership, and communication.We start with good news from the West, as the WA Government rolls out a $600,000 Builder Support Program designed to upskill trades and strengthen the state’s home building network.Then, Aaron shares a costly lesson from his own business journey — a real-world reminder that trust is good, but contracts are better — before previewing

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55:41

The Daily Dose #171 | From Western Sydney to Global...

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2025/11/11

From a computer science degree and long nights on site, to leading one of Australia’s fastest-growing construction tech companies — this is the story of Tim Cocaro, founder and CEO of Canibuild.In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, host Aaron Ng sits down with Tim to unpack how an idea born out of frustration on a Canberra building site turned into a platform now used by thousands of builders across Australia, including G.J. Gardner Homes, to quote faster, build trust, and win

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19:30

The Daily Dose #170 | Marketing with Mak: How to Make...

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2025/11/10

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, host Aaron Ng sits down with Makayla from Lauxes Grates, one of Australia’s most creative construction marketers, to talk about how builders and suppliers can stand out online.Makayla shares her Top 3 Marketing Rules every builder should follow:1️⃣ Keep it short — grab attention fast.2️⃣ Keep it fun — stop people scrolling.3️⃣ Keep it educational — add real value.They dive into practical, data-driven insights on social media marketing for

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12:54

The Daily Dose #169 | Tech That Builds Trust: Digital...

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2025/11/09

Today on The Good Builder Podcast, Az kicks off Monday with a builder’s guide to what’s new and what to do about it.Queensland tradies can now go fully digital — find out how to download and use your new QBCC licence through the Queensland Digital Licence app.We unpack the rise of “Passivhaus” marketing hype, the 70% problem of unbuilt home designs, and why pricing before design could save you thousands.Plus, a preview of Wednesday’s powerful episode with Tim Cocaro, founder of Canibuild —

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20:24

The Daily Dose #168 | Shaz from Lauxes Grates on...

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2025/11/06

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Az finally sits down with the legendary Shaz from Lauxes Grates, someone who’s become a real force in the construction industry for all the right reasons.From 24 years in childcare to leading national sales at one of Australia’s most loved suppliers, Shaz’s story is proof that passion, care, and connection can change an industry. She shares how her background in education shaped her leadership style, how she builds trust with builders across

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47:54

The Daily Dose #167 | Inside iGyro: The...

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2025/11/04

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Az sits down with Glenn Leet and Tim Martin, the duo behind iGyro and Integrity New Homes, to unpack how an Australian-built platform, 20 years in the making, is transforming how builders run their businesses.From integrated weather tracking and client portals to automated scheduling and data security, iGyro has been battle-tested in the field by real builders. Even better...it’s free for single-user builders.Glenn and Tim share how it all began,

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6:43

The Daily Dose #166 | From Councils to Robots: The...

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2025/11/03

Queensland’s regions are getting a real shot in the arm — nine local councils have just received funding to fast-track housing approvals and modernise planning schemes.In this episode, Az breaks down what that means for builders on the ground, why it’s actually a smart move, and how it could help unlock new land and smoother approvals across the state.Then we switch gears to something out of a sci-fi movie — Charlotte, a spider-like robot that can 3D print entire houses.Why it matters, how

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9:54

The Daily Dose #165 | The AI Tools Builders Should...

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2025/11/02

AI isn’t coming for builders...it’s coming for the admin pile.In this Monday Edition of The Good Builder Podcast, we break down the three AI platforms every builder, estimator and supplier should have on their radar right now: Atlas, Canibuild, and Lindy.From quoting and compliance to client updates and scheduling, these tools are already changing how smart operators run their businesses. But this isn’t another hype piece — we show you exactly how they’re being used in the field, what

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7:35

The Daily Dose #164 | Building Better: Leadership,...

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2025/10/30

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Aaron dives deep into what it really means to build — not just homes, but teams, culture, and legacy. Drawing on a powerful conversation with leadership coach Dan Urquhart, he unpacks how small unhealthy habits can quietly erode a business and why great leaders act before things turn toxic.Then, we head west to explore WA’s $75 million Build-to-Rent Kickstart Fund and what it means for builders on the ground.Finally, Aaron shares a deeply

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9:26

The Daily Dose #163 | Innovation, Mindset & Mastery:...

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2025/10/29

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Az unpacks three powerful stories shaping the future of Australia’s building industry.First up, we look at how Goop Guys went from a small Aussie idea to the gold standard in site protection — proof that innovation and quality still win in a tough market.Then, former NRL stars Todd Carney and Mitchell Pearce join us to share their next chapter with Reboot Mindset Academy — a raw and honest conversation about pressure, resilience, and leading with

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81:01

The Daily Dose #162 | Rebooting the Mindset: Todd...

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2025/10/28

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The Daily Dose #161 | Toxic or Just Unhealthy? How to...

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2025/10/27

In this powerful episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Az sits down once again with leadership coach Dan Urquhart from A Thousand Feet Deep — and this one cuts deep.They unpack one of the toughest challenges in business: dealing with high performers who destroy culture. From toxic personalities to unhealthy behaviours, Az and Dan explore where leaders go wrong, how to set clear expectations, and why accountability and culture always start at the top.Dan shares his framework for

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8:18

The Daily Dose #160 | Mindset, Leadership & Lessons...

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2025/10/26

This week on The Good Builder Daily Dose, Az kicks off your Monday with a mix of mindset, leadership, and industry insight.We dive into Reboot Mindset Academy with NRL greats Todd Carney and Mitchell Pearce — two blokes turning life’s hardest lessons into a movement helping builders, tradies, and business owners rebuild confidence and purpose.Then we unpack Battle-Tested Leadership, featuring Matt Moran, the former Army officer now leading Master Builders WA, bringing discipline and

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58:25

The Daily Dose #159 | How To Find The Gaps & Fill...

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2025/10/23

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, we sit down with the team from ScaleUp Smart to talk about the real work of growing a building business — finding the gaps and fixing them before they cost you time, money, or clients.From missed margins and process bottlenecks to leadership blind spots, the conversation digs into how builders can identify where things break down and create systems that make growth sustainable. The ScaleUp Smart crew share practical tools, data-driven insights,

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7:53

The Daily Dose #158 | Fast Cars, Fast Builds, and the...

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2025/10/22

In today’s episode of The Good Builder Podcast, Az dives into an action-packed Thursday covering three big stories shaping the building industry — and a bit of racing excitement for good measure.First up, the MyConstruct Porsche is back on track at the Gold Coast 500. We talk about how this bold partnership is turning heads (literally, thanks to a crane stunt over Surfers Paradise) and how builders can show their support — including snagging a 30-day free trial of MyConstruct’s powerful

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48:52

The Daily Dose #157 | James Stroud on Building...

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2025/10/21

In this episode, Az sits down with James Stroud, founder of Stroud Homes, to unpack what it really takes to build a sustainable, trusted building company in today’s market.From starting out on frozen job sites in Canada to leading one of Australia’s most successful home building franchises, James shares his story with raw honesty and plenty of wisdom.They dive deep into:The mindset behind starting and scaling Stroud HomesWhy systems and structure are essential for growthThe value beyond

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18:24

The Daily Dose #156 | How We Grew The Good Builder’s...

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2025/10/20

In this special episode, Aaron sits down with his wife — and the real brains behind The Good Builder’s YouTube success — Renae. Together, they break down how they grew the channel from zero to 7,500 subscribers in just three months, and how other builders, trades and suppliers can do the same.You’ll learn:1️⃣ Why knowing your audience is everything2️⃣ How to focus on value over virality3️⃣ The power of consistency and creativity4️⃣ How to make your videos easy to find5️⃣ Why building a

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9:04

The Daily Dose #155 | Good Vibes Only: Builders,...

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2025/10/19

This week on The Good Builder Podcast, we’re kicking off Monday with some well-earned good news.Metricon’s EveryOne Homes has delivered 100 affordable homes in just 12 months, the Queensland Government is investing $60 million into a new TAFE Centre of Excellence in Moreton Bay, and Victoria’s Small Sites Expansion is unlocking land for smaller builders and developers.Plus, mindfulness coach Stacey Combe joins us on the couch ahead of her December 5 event to share how staying calm under

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56:14

The Daily Dose #154 | Doing Hard Things & Raising the...

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2025/10/16

From dawn discipline to on-site discipline, Craig O’Leary explains why safety has to sit at the front of the queue. We cover making toolbox talks a two-minute habit, inducting visitors, photographing controls, and connecting safety to your job systems so it pays you back. No fluff, just hard things done well, every day, so your people go home safe and your brand stands taller.About HazardCoHazardCo helps small to mid-sized builders put safety front and centre without slowing jobs down

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The Daily Dose #153 | Prefab’s Big Leap, Supplier...

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2025/10/15

In today's Good Builder Podcast, Az brings you three key stories shaping Australia’s construction industry, plus two important shoutouts ahead of a big weekend in building.Prefab Construction on the Rise:Australia’s prefabricated building sector is growing at more than twice the rate of traditional construction, projected to reach $27.6 billion by 2029. We unpack what’s driving the boom, from labour shortages to new technology, and what it means for builders ready to innovate.Rethinking

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