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First ‘Nation Building’ homes constructed in SA country region

Last Updated Jun 2010

The Commonwealth funded Nation Building program has reached a significant milestone in South Australia, with the first of seven homes being completed in regional areas. The homes are located at Barmera, Murray Bridge and Mt Gambier and are part of Stage 1 of the Nation Building Economic Stimulus plan. They were all delivered by the builder ahead of schedule.

BarmeraTwo completed homes at Barmera

Construction of the Barmera homes began in October 2009 and they were completed in mid-April, 2010.  They have now been allocated to families in high need.

The two 3 bedroom units were constructed by Bettio Building Contractors of Glynde. A company spokesperson said that the Nation Building Economic Stimulus plan had allowed them to employ additional employees some of whom were new apprentices.  He added that this project had provided an overall increase in workload to the company of about 8%.

Murray Bridge

Bettio Building Contractors have also built a five bedroom home at Murray Bridge.

“In an area that is suffering from increased unemployment not only from the economic downturn but also as a result of the effect of the depletion of the River Murray, the Nation Building plan has enabled the company to increase employment” the spokesperson said. 

The Murray Bridge home has been allocated to a customer from the Housing SA waiting list.  It is well located, close to the hospital and gives access to Adelaide for any health needs.

Inside the completed home at Murray BridgeThe homes in Barmera and Murray Bridge have been built utilising where possible, local construction suppliers and in addition have:

  • 2000L rainwater tanks fitted
  • A solar powered hot water system
  • Fitted hard wired smoke detectors
  • Aluminium window frames

A Housing SA spokesperson said “These homes are meeting the demand for suitably located properties for clients on the Housing SA waitlist and clients who have been made homeless. In doing so, this has contributed to the local area by providing employment, whilst sourcing materials for the project locally.”