http://www.urbantrend.com.au/ Fri, 18 May 2012 09:11:17 Urban Trend Construction Articles http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/Gold-Coast's-Light-Rail-System.html http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/Gold-Coast's-Light-Rail-System.html For me, living in central Broadbeach, it's sometimes difficult and time consuming trying to leave my house. Not only having construction at the end of your street, but throughout the whole suburb and neighbouring suburbs, both day and night, it can prove to be a little frustrating. And I'm sure I'm not the only one who feels this way. However, we need to look at the bigger picture. The light... http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/Get-Fit-and-Healthy...FOR-FREE!.html http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/Get-Fit-and-Healthy...FOR-FREE!.html It's warming up and it's pretty much beach season already, which means less clothes and more flesh. And for some of us (yes, i'm including myself) we've eaten lots over winter and our bodies may not be in the shape they were last summer. Well don't stress, I've spoken to the wonderful staff at Fenix Fitness and they've given me 10 vouchers for ONE FREE WEEK at their... http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/Moving-Up.html http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/Moving-Up.html We are expanding our services North! It is our immense pleasure to announce our services are now available at our newly opened branch at 239 Nebo Road, Mackay.  Our newest office is now providing our signature range of renovation solutions to the Mackay region.  We boast a wealth of local knowledge with cutting edge design and construction innovations. We invite all new enquiries for any of our specialized... http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/Youtube-DIY-Disasters.html http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/Youtube-DIY-Disasters.html DIY Disaster Compliation http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/Renovation-Inspiration.html http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/Renovation-Inspiration.html   Recently while visiting a new client I was introduced to a fantastic website packed full of design inspiration that I just had to share with you all.  And then I got to thinking I should put together some of my favourite renovation inspiration websites.  So here's my Top 6 Inspirational Renovation Websites.  Houzz Reece Freedom Kitchens Wind... http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/New-homes-and-the-carbon-tax.html http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/New-homes-and-the-carbon-tax.html The construction industry is one of the greatest and most economically important components to Australia's wellbeing, and it will be hit hard by the carbon tax. Even though the actual constructing and renovating of a house is not polluting the environment, sadly the manufacturing of building materials is. The suppliers will be hit with a possible $23 per tonne of CO² emissions fee, which will... http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/Healthy-Breakfasts.html http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/Healthy-Breakfasts.html I know I talked to you about breakfast last month, but I can't stress enough how important it is to eat breakfast, ESPECIALLY for you guys! Think about it like this - we go without food and water for 8 hours (give or take) while we're asleep, so when we wake up we're dehydrated, have no engery and got nothing in our tummies. So how can our bodies function properly until smoko time? Check out these quick... http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/And-The-Award-Goes-To....html http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/And-The-Award-Goes-To....html The Urban Trent Construction team got dressed up for a night out at the Master Builders Gold Coast Housing & Construction Awards 2011, which was held at Jupiters Casino on the 13th of August. It was a great night filled with good company, amazing food, lots of laughs and huge celebrations. Oh, and some sassy burlesque dancers! To make the night even better was the announcement of the winner for the 2011 Gold Coast Region... http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/Honey-and-Peanut-Butter-Boost-Bars.html http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/Honey-and-Peanut-Butter-Boost-Bars.html Holly’s healthy tradie tips Having Maccas or a servo pie for breakfast? These yummy honey and peanut butter booster bars are easy to make and will keep you energised until smoko time. Ingredients: 125g unsalted butter 150g brown sugar 125g crunchy peanut butter (can be replaced with a banana if allergic or not a fan of peanuts) 75g honey 200g porridge oats 150g dried fruit (raisins, sultanas, chopped... http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/Keep-safe-this-winter!.html http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/Keep-safe-this-winter!.html It’s still chilly outside, so it’s always nice to come home to a house that’s toasty and warm, but with the recent rise in house fires across Australia, we need to be more careful with how we maintain the perfect temperature in our homes during winter. Below are some tips to help keep your house cosy and fire free! - Portable heaters are great and can heat a room within minutes, just make sure they have... http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/QLD-Building-Boost-Grant.html http://www.urbantrend.com.au/articles/QLD-Building-Boost-Grant.html As of the 1st August 2011, first home buyers won’t be the only ones eligible to receive a government grant towards a new home. A $10,000 grant is now available for anyone purchasing a new home under $600,000. So here are the facts: - The $10,000 is available for any person or corporation wanting to buy or build a new home under $600,000. - The grant may be applied for more than once, as long as each is a new home. - The...