HIA has a long association with Austral Bricks and Bristile Roofing as a key industry leader in the supply of building materials to the housing industry across Australia. Their commitment to sustainability through the HIA GreenSmart initiative is a welcome move” said ……… HIA.

Today, austral Bricks operations consist of factories throughout Australia making Austral Bricks the leading clay products manufacturer.

Also integral to the Brickworks family, Bristile Roofing is Australia’s leading manufacturer and supplier of concrete roof tiles and other roofing products designed for use in the residential and commercial sectors.

“Austral Bricks and Bristile Roofing have placed themselves at the forefront of research and development on the environmental aspects of clay and concrete building products.

“Research projects underway with the University of Newcastle and the Clay Brick & Paver Institute aim to provide clear data on the benefits of thermal mass and the importance of its role in good passive design for the construction industry” said Richard West Austral Bricks marketing manager.

“Austral Bricks is committed to a better environment through sustainable housing design. As a member company of the CBPI, Austral Bricks is playing a driving role in the Institute’s research program to ensure housing consumers have the right information when making home design decisions that will affect the future of their families and our planet” Richard West added.

HIA GreenSmart is a voluntary industry driven initiative where buildings, contractors, manufacturers & suppliers along with building designers and specifiers can learn more about sustainable housing design and construction.

Austral Bricks and Bristile Roofing join AGL, Australand, Boral, Colorbond, Delfin Lend Lease, Hyne Timber, James Hardie, Nylex and Pilkington Smart Glass as National GreenSmart Leaders.

For more information:
Kristin Tomkins, Deputy Director,
Residential Development
02 9978 3319