Shows
Sustainable Builders YakEp. #50 EV Fires: Is Your Electric Vehicle A Fire Risk? - With Emma SutcliffeSend us a textIn this episode, Simon Clark and Brian Guinan chat with Emma Sutcliffe, Director of EV Firesafe, about the realities of electric vehicle (EV) fire safety. Emma shares how losing her plug-in hybrid in a 2018 bushfire inspired her mission to protect emergency responders, educate the public, and advance EV safety research in Australia.Dive behind the scenes of EV fire testing, from controlled burns in Perth to large-scale experiments with the National Fire Protection Association...
2025-11-171h 07
Sales Trajectory Podcast“Leadership, Resilience & Mental Health in the Building Industry” with Jason O’Hagan, CEO of WeathertexEpisode OverviewIn this episode, recorded back in early 2025, Jason Howes sits down with Jason O’Hagan, CEO of Weathertex, to explore leadership strategies during challenging market conditions. We talk about the importance of mental health initiatives, and how Weathertex continues to innovate and thrive. From safety and sustainability to sales excellence and team culture, this conversation is packed with insights for business leaders and sales professionals navigating today’s building industry.What You’ll LearnMental Health Advocacy: How Weathertex partnered with TIACS to start meaningful conversations in the...
2025-11-1120 minSustainable Builders YakEp #44 Herald Sun Journalist on Why Sustainability Is a Must-Have for HomeownersSend us a textA conversation with Nathan Mawby, Property Journalist from the Herald Sun and Realestate.com where we discuss consumer trends with property sustainability.This episode is brought to you by Weathertex, Wunderbuild & VapoursealBuilders, Designers & Architects; Sign up to be an Sustainable Builders Alliance member via https://www.thesba.com.au/signup
2025-08-181h 00
Webinex TalksPower of Authentic Leadership with Jason O'HaganJason O'Hagan, Managing Director of Weathertex joins Peter Cox on his podcast - How To Lead Your Business At the core of great leadership is trust—a value exemplified by Jason O'Hagan, Managing Director of Weathertex, whose inspiring journey from starting as a pallet clerk to heading a global company exporting sustainable timber cladding to 16 countries.
2025-05-1242 min
The Builders EdgeWhy Weathertex? The Smart Choice for Home CladdingIn this episode, we break down why Weathertex is a smart, sustainable cladding choice for modern homes. From its durability to its eco-friendly benefits, learn what makes it stand out in today’s building world.
2025-04-1214 min
Webinex TalksWeathertex on Energy Matters Road to ZeroIn this episode, @roshan.ramnarain, CEO of Energy Matters, catches up with Jason O’Hagan, CEO of Weathertex, and Jason Zantiotis, Executive Operations Leader of Weathertex, to discuss this episode of ENERGY MATTERS.This Energy Matters episode features host @designerjamestreble and Jason Zantiotis as they tour the manufacturing facilities of @weathertexaus. Rosh, Jason O'Hagan and Jason Zantiotis discuss the episode, the story behind Weathertex, and their incredible manufacturing processes that result in all-natural cladding.
2025-04-0718 min
The Builders EdgeCladding Mistakes That Could Cost You Thousands — And What to Choose InsteadThis episode is all about cladding with Cheeky from Weathertex.
2025-03-0815 min
Building Design, Prime TimeE73. Weathertex Cladding with special guest Vanda from WeathertexIn this episode of the Building Design, Prime Time Podcast, Amelia and Frank were on location at Wrest Point Convention Centre in Hobart at the Building Designers Association of Australia (BDAA) Festival of Design trade night. They invited special guest Vanda, from Weathertex, to talk about Weathertex products and talk about the importance of sustainable building materials in today’s construction industry. Weathertex is a leader in eco-friendly timber cladding, providing durable and stylish solutions for builders, designers, and homeowners. Vanda explains the unique features of Weathertex products, including their all-natural composition, carbon-positive certification, and low...
2024-11-2919 min
The Builders EdgeBreakthrough in Green Building: Weathertex’s Declare Label Revealed!In this episode, we dive into Weathertex’s newest Declare Label program, a game-changer in sustainable construction. The program emphasises transparency, showcasing Weathertex’s commitment to eco-friendly and non-toxic building materials. We explore how this initiative helps architects, builders, and clients make informed choices, ensuring projects align with environmental standards and future-proof building codes. Through expert insights and real-world applications, we uncover how Weathertex is setting a new standard for green construction in the Bundaberg Region.
2024-11-2313 min
Webinex TalksSearch Alex - Specification Podcast - WeathertexJoe Vu & Laurence Ritchie from Search Alex talk to Andrew Savage about Weathertex.
2022-10-2539 min
The SpecificationE23 - Weathertex - Andrew Savage (Weathertex)We've got a particularly interesting one for you this week. Based in Newcastle, Weathertex have been producing their unique cladding and lining products for over 50 years. Utilising a highly specialised and sustainable process, they use a local resource of timber to create highly durable timber products suitable for either internal or external use. In this episode of The Specification Joe and Laurence welcome Andrew Savage from Weathertex to learn more about how their products are made, and why this matters for designers. Their conversation spans the production process, discussion of the timber r...
2022-10-2539 min
The SpecificationE22 - Breathable Buildings - Glenn Lawrenson (McCormacks Australia) and Robin Curtis (Health Based Building)The building envelope plays an important role in the comfort of building inhabitants, and is a significant contributor to both healthy indoor environments and building durability as a whole. In this episode Joe and Laurence welcome guests Health Based Building and McCormacks Australia, who respectively manufacture and supply Magnum Board to the Australian market. With vapour permeability a major drawcard of the product, Robin, Glenn, Joe, and Laurence discuss how this impacts the design of a building, and what designers need to know if they are considering specifying these products in a pr...
2022-10-1830 min
Webinex TalksGlobal Greentag International – what makes them unique as building product certifiers?Global Greentag has taken on the critical task of eliminating Modern Slavery from supply chains. But what puts Greentag in a unique position to help build trust in the green marketplace and maybe even save the planet in the process? Join David Baggs from Global Greentag to learn more.
David Baggs is CEO and Program Director of Global GreenTagCert Australia and the World’s leading LCA based product ecolabelling, rating, certification, EPD and Product Health Declaration (PhD) Program Operator. Voted one of Australia’s Top 100 Most Trusted Building Sector Brands, GreenTag guarantees professionals peace of mind when purch...
2021-09-1534 min
Webinex TalksR U OK Webinar… Weathertex Talks with NRL Legends Wayne Pearce and Chris WalkerAs part of R U OK Day, Jason O’Hagan, Managing Director of Weathertex will be interviewing NRL legends Wayne Pearce and Chris Walker to discuss some of their career highlights, how they managed their own wellbeing during high pressured situations and challenges and current charity work involvement.
2021-09-1548 min
Webinex TalksWebinex Talks - Circular Economies and the Built EnvironmentSimply put, a circular economy is a systemic approach to economic development designed to benefit businesses, society, and the environment. In contrast to the ‘take-make-waste’ linear model, a circular economy is regenerative by design and aims to gradually decouple growth from the consumption of finite resources, by designing-out waste and pollution, keeping products and materials in use for as long as possible, and regenerating natural systems. Business and Political leaders alike are coming to the realisation that continuous economic growth through endless consumption is not a sustainable way forward. Join us as we explore how circular economies may provide hope...
2021-09-0232 min
Webinex TalksIs passivhaus the future for Australian house design?Dick and his colleagues at Envirotecture have carved out a reputation as the main ‘go-to’ Passive Haus design practice in NSW, having designed all three Certified Passive Haus projects built to date in NSW.
Europe is leading the way when it comes to the Passive Haus movement, but is it necessary in Australia? Tune in to find out… the answer may surprise you.
Dick Clarke is principal of Envirotecture, Architects and Building Designers who focus exclusively on ecologically sustainable and culturally appropriate buildings. Dick holds a Master of Sustainable Futures degree and is Director of Sustai...
2021-08-2628 min
Webinex TalksBiophilia and the Built EnvironmentSimply put, Biophilia focuses on those aspects of the natural world that have contributed to human health and productivity in the age-old struggle to be fit and survive. Biophilic Design seeks to connect our inherent need to affiliate with nature in the modern built environment.
Biophilia is one way of working towards more sustainable and healthier construction – don’t miss this fascinating discussion.
Matilde Martin is a Sustainability Advocate with a degree in Interior architecture and a passion for the environment, sustainable practices and Biophilia. Matilde has a broad range of career experience in various Desi...
2021-08-1930 min
Webinex TalksBehavioural Design in a Covid/Post Covid WorldIn partnership with DNA Behavior International™, Deborah provides a suite of behavioural management solutions to help businesses “know, engage and grow” their executives, departmental and team leaders, employees and clients. Callie’s ‘Designing for Human Behaviour’ places ‘predictive human behavioural sets and sequencing’ at the heart of each design challenge, which maximises both the physical and emotional reward for the visitor and, by extension, meets the financial (and other) objectives of the owner. Both Callie and Deborah aim to alter the way we apply our understanding and approach to social spaces.
Deborah De Jong is a seasoned Interior Designe...
2021-08-1228 min
Webinex TalksPrefabrication Building in AustraliaModular prefabricated projects are on the rise in Australia, with more and more buyers turning to prefabricated options rather than the typical onsite build.
At present, five per cent of all homes are modular but that is expected to rise to as much as 25 per cent by 2025. Is this the inevitable future of construction in Australia?
Join Weathertex and four key experts in this field to discuss this topic in more detail:
Lester Raikes, Managing Director – Anchor Homes (VIC)
As one of our founding directors, Lester utilises his 15 years of design and construction experience to support his team, going above an...
2020-09-0756 min
Webinex TalksSustainable Design TrendsWe discuss some of the prominent, stylish and sustainable design trends making waves across Australia and around the globe. We speak with renowned Australian designers about balancing art and function, style and sustainability in their recent residential projects. And we examine current and future internal design and trends.
Kylie Mitchell, Principle & Designer at Art Houses by Kylie Mitchell
My passion since childhood has been creating beautiful art and by the time I was a teenager that had extended to designing beautiful spaces to live in. I’ve been in the design industry now for 20 years and over that time I ha...
2020-09-0759 min
Webinex TalksAdditions & RenovationsRenovations and additions can improve the value, liveability and sustainability of your home with careful planning, thoughtful design and a considered choice of materials.
Given the current economic climate, is there likely to be a greater demand for additions and renovations Australia?
Join Weathertex and key experts to discuss the benefits, challenges, design factors , material selection and more, when it comes to alternations and additions.
Anthony Windust, Director of Windust Architecture x Interiors
Windust Architecture x Interiors is led by Anthony Windust. Anthony is a registered architect with more than twenty years’ industry experience. Prior to starting Windust, Anthony was a...
2020-09-0256 min
Webinex TalksWeathertex Natural Range – Staining & TreatmentsThe Weathertex Natural is a series of unprimed weatherboards and architectural panels that have been in the market since 2011, and were created with the environmentally responsible designer, architect or builder in mind.
The Weathertex Natural range offers a unique appearance with the characteristics and looks of raw undressed timber. Its surface is pressed to create a random woodgrain effect, showing the knots, grains and imperfections of natural wood. The Natural range is extremely versatile with a wide range of uses, treatments and applications. Leave it untouched to ‘silver off’, stain or seal it… the choice is endless!
It’s the only man...
2020-09-0254 min
Webinex TalksThe benefits of selecting ‘healthier’ productsAt the beginning 2020, many of us felt that this was going to be a big year, but none of us expected the huge impact that has come with COVID 19. Our shared global experience of the last seven months has brought the topic of health starkly into focus.
Similar to food, many building materials today are highly processed and sometimes include toxic chemicals which may adversely affect our health. Simply by living in a modern home or work environment, we may unwittingly compromise our daily health.
Through better planning and informed choices—frequently at little or no additional cost—we can sele...
2020-09-0257 min
Webinex TalksGreenfield Building in AustraliaExperts predict Australia’s population to double in the next 50 years, with the Australian Bureau of Statistics forecasting our population to increase to 42 million people by 2056.
Australia’s infrastructure needs to keep pace with this expected population boom. The Federal and State governments are looking to encourage and fund new initiatives aimed at anticipating this population growth by making our cities smarter, curbing congestion in urban population centres, increasing our national supply chain capacity and enhancing connectivity.
Join Weathertex together with the following respected construction industry panellists to discuss Greenfield Residential projects and foreseeable trends in Australia in the coming year...
2020-08-261h 10
Webinex TalksBenefits of Sustainable BuildingBuilding construction currently consumes between 30-50% of raw materials worldwide. With significant growth taking place in the building sector, it’s important to make more informed choices when it comes to sustainable building with regards to the impact that material sourcing will have on the environment .
Sustainable construction goes beyond green building practices — structures are designed to have a lower environmental impact over their entire lifetime, while providing a normal level of comfort, durability, wellbeing and functionality for occupants.
Learn about the benefits (environment & wellbeing), challenges as well as any misconceptions of sustainable building.
Join Weathertex and five key experts in t...
2020-08-251h 04
Webinex TalksPassivhaus Movement in AustraliaPassive Housing looks like it could be ‘the next big thing’ in Australia. While it’s a relatively new idea here, it’s been around in Europe for a couple of decades. Originating in Germany in 1992 where it is known as ‘Passivhaus’, it has proved to be a very useful means of getting buildings of all types (not just residential) to provide high quality, low energy indoor environments.
If you’re thinking of building, designing or living in a Passive Home or want to know more about this topic, join Weathertex together with 2 very reputable panellists in this field.
Join Weathertex and...
2020-08-251h 02
Webinex TalksTiny House Movement in AustraliaAustralia’s homes are among the largest in the world but there’s an increase momentum behind the downsizing trend. Now, people are starting to understand that good things really can come in small (or tiny) packages.
Housing affordability, simple way of living and sustainability are some of the main triggers that many people are considering living small or tiny.
Grant Emans, Director of Designer Eco Tiny Homes will be joining Weathertex to discuss the benefits, challenges and some misconceptions about Tiny Housing and answer any questions you may have.
Family owned business, Designer Eco Tiny Homes offer design and cons...
2020-08-2556 min
Webinex TalksWomen in ConstructionBuilding and construction is the nation’s second largest industry. It impacts on our everyday lives by building our communities and the homes, schools, hospitals, roads, offices, shops and airports that we take for granted. It also builds prosperity in every city, town and region employing more than a million people.
But with women currently making up only 11% of the industry’s total workforce and only 1% of building trades, the industry is missing out on the skills and talents of half the population. Great architecture, design and construction have no gender. Attracting the best the workers regardless of their gender means...
2020-08-201h 13