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Exposed | A $20 Million Government Housing Oversight Revealed!
In this critical episode, we delve into a troubling revelation uncovered by an ABC investigation regarding a $20 million government housing project linked to a collapsed residential construction company ( Shangri-La Construction ). This story not only highlights systemic failures but also raises profound questions about the integrity of due diligence processes within governmental acquisitions.
🏗️ Deep Dive into a Disturbing Deal:
After reading the ABC article about the Victorian government's purchase of a building constructed by a company with dubious links to a liquidated builder, we decided to investigate further. What we found is both shocking and deeply unfair. Plagued with problems, the building is now under scrutiny by the Victorian Building Authority (VBA), which suspects non-compliant building work.
📉 A Cascade of Failures:
This episode explores the complex web of relationships and poor regulatory oversight that allowed a known problematic constructor to engage in a major government project. We will dissect how these oversight failures not only jeopardised the structural integrity of the building but also threatened the financial security of innocent homeowners.
🚨 Government and Watchdog Accountability:
We question the due diligence claimed by the state government and examine the actions (or inactions) of the VBA. The implications of this case extend beyond just this building, suggesting a systemic issue within the state's approach to managing and regulating public housing projects.
💥 A Call to Action:
This isn't just about exposing flaws; it's about demanding change. Your support and engagement are crucial as we advocate for reform in the building industry. By understanding these issues and demanding accountability, we can work towards a future where such oversights are not just improbable but impossible.
👥 Join the Discussion:
We urge you to share your thoughts and experiences. Have you been affected by similar issues? Your stories are powerful and can help drive the need for systemic reform.
🙏 Thanks for Your Support:
We thank you in advance for your continued support. Only with your help can we hope to influence meaningful change in the building industry, making our lives safer and more secure.
🔗LINKS:
-5 December 2019
Shangri-La Pty Ltd v Kingston CC [2019]n VCAT 1871
-18 July 2022
Apartment owners sound alarm over alleged building defects
www.abc.net.au/news/2022-07-18/apartment-owners-sound-alarm-over-alleged-building-defects/101247114
-7 Nov 2022
Builder facing legal action over alleged defects awarded $22,000 government grant
www.abc.net.au/news/2022-11-07/builder-facing-legal-action-over-alleged-defects-awarded-grant/101613998
-31 March 2023
Shangri-La Construction Pty Ltd
In Liquidation
-September 12, 2023
77 homeowners facing financial ruin as they discover major government oversight after builder goes bust
www.news.com.au/finance/business/other-industries/77-homeowners-facing-financial-ruin-as-they-discover-major-government-oversight-after-builder-goes-bust/news-story/901cfbf069c0a1cb814c486aa31b81ca
-7 May 2023
ua-cam.com/video/FnzEfjKCE_o/v-deo.html
9now.nine.com.au/60-minutes/victorian-building-authority-complaints-families-left-homeless-as-new-homes--uninhabitable/88333276-050f-4335-8608-6826d80f9898
-8 May 2023
www.vba.vic.gov.au/news/news/2023/vba-response-to-recent-media-enquiries
-11 May 2023
www.vba.vic.gov.au/news/news/2023/vba-public-statement
-12 September 2023
Collapsed builder leaves staggering defects in Victorian apartment block
www.news.com.au/finance/business/other-industries/collapsed-builder-leaves-staggering-defects-in-victorian-apartment-block/news-story/f7474651a8ab7008b1019d231448cb59
-24 August 2023
Director Held Personally Responsible For $1.2 Million Cladding Repair Costs In Victoria
harwoodandrews.com.au/news-ha/2023/9/28/director-held-personally-responsible-for-12-million-cladding-repair-costs-in-victoria
May 28 2024
Victorian government spends $20m on affordable housing block linked to liquidated builder
www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-28/victorian-government-affordable-housing-scheme-shangri-la/103840856
🎥 Chapters:
INTRO: 00:00:00
Inside Home: 00:05:49
Roof: 00:13:41
Interview: 00:30:04
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Відео

Welcome to Cowboy Hills | Handover Inspection
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Dive into our latest short video where we conduct a handover inspection of a newly built Australian home, revealing a shocking array of non-compliance issues that every homeowner fears. This property, fresh off construction, is a stark example of what can go wrong when oversight fails and workmanship falters. 🏠 A Laundry List of Faults: From improperly installed windows and unauthorised rain he...
Watch a Builder Learn Her Project's Flaws! Body Cam
Переглядів 40 тис.21 годину тому
Join is on an unexpected journey into a brand new off-the-plan home that turned out to be a cautionary tale for any potential homebuyer. Initially, we didn't plan to film, but the sheer number of defects we uncovered compelled us to share this important story. 🏠 A New Home Nightmare: Imagine walking into your brand new home, only to find that every bathroom leaks into adjacent rooms. That's exa...
Caught on Body Cam: Tense Encounters Between Builders and Inspectors!
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Step into the world of independent property inspections with this exclusive video, featuring two intense encounters captured on body cam. This footage offers a raw, unfiltered glimpse into the daily interactions and challenges we face as inspectors, navigating the complex dynamics between builders, homeowners, and ourselves. 🎥 Real Tensions, Real Reactions: Each segment of the body cam footage ...
I Inspected Troy Candy's Multi-Million Dollar Home: Shocking Finds!
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Join us on an exclusive inspection adventure at Troy Candy's luxurious multi-million-dollar residence. After a social media poll overwhelmingly supported bringing in the TikTok Inspector, we investigated the underlying issues plaguing this stunning property. 🏠 A Lavish Home with Hidden Flaws: As we navigate through the expansive spaces of Troy's home-from the roof to the subfloor-we uncover a s...
I Inspected a Billionaire’s Mansion
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Join me on an exclusive journey as I fly to the Gold Coast on a private jet, courtesy of Adrian Portelli, to inspect his lavish private residence. This isn't just any home-it's a multi-million dollar mansion in one of the most picturesque locations on the Gold Coast. And thanks to Adrian's generosity, I also got to stay in another one of his luxurious properties. Little did he know, I took the ...
Update & Spotlight: Our West Melbourne Story Hits A Current Affair!
Переглядів 309 тис.Місяць тому
🚨 Update on The Project at West Melbourne 🚨 Great news, everyone! Within 24 hours after the release of our investigative video, the developer we scrutinised in collaboration with A Current Affair has just applied to deregister their company. It seems our efforts are truly making an impact, contrary to what Howard Ryan suggested on the show. A huge thank you to everyone who shared and commented ...
Are Homebuyers Getting Scammed…We Returned to the $2M Disaster
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Previous Video: ua-cam.com/video/eoN8S6wxfe4/v-deo.htmlsi=fDLL1nPRKO85Qxcc Dive deeper with us as we revisit the West Melbourne townhouses, a story that initially unveiled a shocking array of construction failures in properties worth nearly $2 million each. This time, our journey reveals even more harrowing discoveries, as the homeowner has stripped back the plaster to expose layers of new issu...
I Revealed a $2.1M Construction Scam: The Project Manager's Downfall
Переглядів 384 тис.3 місяці тому
In today's eye-opening episode, we dive deep into a story that hits close to home, both literally and figuratively. A homeowner embarks on a journey to build their dream home with a budget exceeding $2.1 million, entrusting the project to a family friend turned project manager. What was supposed to be a partnership built on trust quickly spirals into a cautionary tale of manipulation, greed, an...
See What I See: Home Inspection with Apple Vision Pro!
Переглядів 70 тис.3 місяці тому
Join us on a groundbreaking journey as we put the Apple Vision Pro headset to the ultimate field test during one of our detailed property inspections. In this video, we're exploring the cutting-edge technology that could forever change the way we conduct our inspections. With its immersive capabilities and unparalleled precision, the Apple Vision Pro headset promises to enhance our efficiency a...
I Hired Security to Do an Inspection: The Shocking Discovery the Builder Wanted Hidden!
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2023 Worst Builder Aware ua-cam.com/video/DXafnJY4jJI/v-deo.htmlsi=B73OKSW8ZIYkgJEY 📍Greenvale, Victoria In April 2022, construction began on a home that quickly became a blueprint for how not to build a house. Our latest investigation reveals a structure besieged by mould, a frame that blatantly disregards engineering plans, and a series of non-compliance issues that boggle the mind. Despite t...
I Caught a Concreter Red Handed ...
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In this revealing body cam footage, witness the moment our inspector catches a serious breach of the National Construction Codes on camera. During a routine inspection, it was discovered that concretors were blatantly skipping a crucial step in the concrete pouring process - the installation of bar chairs. Bar chairs are not just an accessory but a fundamental requirement in concreting. They pl...
I Uncovered a $950K Build Disaster in QLD…
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🚨UPDATE: www.abc.net.au/news/2024-03-13/couple-calls-for-better-complaints-process-amid-build-dispute/103513360 In this heart-wrenching episode, we venture to the quaint town of Emerald, Queensland, to meet homeowners who've faced what many fear: turning life savings into a living nightmare. After spending $950,000 and transitioning from life in a shed to what was supposed to be their dream hom...
I Exposed Preston’s Worst Build: Police Called During Shocking Home Inspection!
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🚨UPDATE: Building Notice Issued By The Building Surveyor: SHOW CAUSE PROCESS: Under section 108 of the Building Act 1993, you are required to show cause within 30 days of the date of service of this notice - why you should not be required to carry out the building work identified in this notice in relation to the building: 1. Justify non-compliant framework to be in accordance with the Australi...
I Uncovered a Nightmare: Inside the ~$2 Million Townhouses of West Melbourne
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Prepare for an eye-opening journey as we delve into the shocking reality of two new townhouses in West Melbourne, each valued at close to 2 million dollars. In this extensive, over one-hour video, we meticulously uncover the distressing aftermath of an inspection that revealed a litany of issues plaguing these high-priced properties. From leaks and non-compliant roofing to compromised imported ...
Cranbourne West Exposé: Revisiting the Construction Catastrophe
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Cranbourne West Exposé: Revisiting the Construction Catastrophe
VMIA Insurance Inconsistencies: A Deep Dive into a Shangri-La Construction Inspection Report
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VMIA Insurance Inconsistencies: A Deep Dive into a Shangri-La Construction Inspection Report
Unveiling Victoria's Worst Builder of 2023
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Unveiling Victoria's Worst Builder of 2023
Paid in Full, Yet Scammed? Unearthing a $1M NSW Building Nightmare!
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Paid in Full, Yet Scammed? Unearthing a $1M NSW Building Nightmare!
I Uncovered a $1.1M NSW Building Catastrophe: Oversight or Oversight?
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I Uncovered a $1.1M NSW Building Catastrophe: Oversight or Oversight?
Award-Winning Builder's $600K Flop? A Queensland Inspection Shocker!
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Award-Winning Builder's $600K Flop? A Queensland Inspection Shocker!
Off The Plan Disaster Revealed!
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Off The Plan Disaster Revealed!
Builder Demands No Ladders, No Torches | Bodycam Inspection Footage
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Builder Demands No Ladders, No Torches | Bodycam Inspection Footage
I Found This Shocking First Home Buy…
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I Found This Shocking First Home Buy…
I Inspected A Dangerous Build | Illegal Build Caught
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I Inspected A Dangerous Build | Illegal Build Caught
Post Inspection | The Certifier Suspended & Builder Being Investigated Inspection Video…
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Post Inspection | The Certifier Suspended & Builder Being Investigated Inspection Video…
I Inspected An Award-Winning Build | NSW Exclusive
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I Inspected An Award-Winning Build | NSW Exclusive
This Homeowner Thought He Found a $3m Dream Home …
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This Homeowner Thought He Found a $3m Dream Home …
Waterproofing Woes? Expert Andrew Golle Dives into the #1 Problem in Construction!
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Waterproofing Woes? Expert Andrew Golle Dives into the #1 Problem in Construction!
I Caught This Waterproofing Contractor On Bodycam…
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I Caught This Waterproofing Contractor On Bodycam…

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @billhusted1753
    @billhusted1753 42 хвилини тому

    Question. From the US here. When you were up in the roof, right after you mentioned the sensor, there was a white pipe sticking up. What is that for?

  • @leinad.s
    @leinad.s 48 хвилин тому

    I just took a massive shit with more structural integrity than that building.

  • @poppukonfilm
    @poppukonfilm Годину тому

    Please continue to share these vids, builders need to take more ownership of their mistakes and not rush off to the next job after the payment lands.

  • @timmyssweet
    @timmyssweet Годину тому

    Can I say that a lot of people have let the homeowner down. Overlooking the doggy work, I didn't like pine timber being used to support a steel beam. What the hell is the world coming to. An architectural house like that needs serious money for serious builders. I would ask for the plans to be strengthened. It's dangerous. Lucky we have little earth quakes in Australia.

  • @KBHeal
    @KBHeal 2 години тому

    Who actually did this build?? Please expose the building companies as a warning to all 🙏🙏🙏

  • @husainjanrasa4324
    @husainjanrasa4324 2 години тому

    I want to pursue a career in building and construction civil engineering, but I'm unsure about career paths, opportunities, income, and growth. Can someone offer guidance and insights to help me make an informed decision? Many thanks

  • @phanx
    @phanx 2 години тому

    I didn’t realize Mercedes makes a pick up truck that’s cool 😮

  • @phanx
    @phanx 3 години тому

    Lmao I’m Canadian and this build is INSANE to me. I’m lost for words WOW this is HORRID

  • @Hydrnaught
    @Hydrnaught 4 години тому

    This house is nothing you should see what Modco Residential in Perth W.A. gave to my daughter & every other build they did & they just walked away. No penalty.

  • @maxfish4770
    @maxfish4770 5 годин тому

    Hows the ego, gronk

  • @geoffgold6773
    @geoffgold6773 5 годин тому

    Well let’s face it anybody that takes an owner builders certificate to build a project of this size doesn’t have much between the ears the private certifier has not done a framing inspection at all so that’s the only come back for the owner is certifier As for your credentials you sound like text book builder I don’t know what your report will achieve for the owner except cost the owner a lot of money

  • @fstop9466
    @fstop9466 6 годин тому

    Looks like it was the builders first job

  • @theomahera2483
    @theomahera2483 6 годин тому

    Shouldnt the pool have glass fencing around it?

  • @playmaker5601
    @playmaker5601 10 годин тому

    In regards to the 20Mil stairwell... It is the worst formwork i have ever seen... And i seen a few shockers. The walls are architectural as well as structual, so they should have used new sheets of ply.

  • @Howtofewithlove
    @Howtofewithlove 11 годин тому

    Get em

  • @SimonLee-tq4gv
    @SimonLee-tq4gv 13 годин тому

    For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have eternal life.

  • @gregwaghorn8496
    @gregwaghorn8496 15 годин тому

    YEH HA.......

  • @tristan351
    @tristan351 16 годин тому

    I'd like to know how much profit is in these buildings and whose hands it is ending up in

  • @peterhache2012
    @peterhache2012 16 годин тому

    Hey Site Inspector dude, I love what your doing in exposing this shamosle and many like it. Its only just occurred to me that your probably are upsetting a lot of builders and companies. Please be careful and review your security systems if you haven't already. Maybe a security dog (a huge nasty one) to take on site with you and an extra one that stays at the house. There's too much money involved in most of the houses, someone is bound to get nasty with you. Anyway keep up the good work, consider the big dog they are great company and can buy you some time if SHTF.

  • @Robdontasxoxo69
    @Robdontasxoxo69 22 години тому

    Guys he's just there to see his mate 😂

  • @moronicdooshbaggery756
    @moronicdooshbaggery756 День тому

    Thanks for the cleavage shots mate

  • @tonysowry3688
    @tonysowry3688 День тому

    MORE tofu builders its nutts , no skill building

  • @JuggaloOzi
    @JuggaloOzi День тому

    The fake expansion joints prove not just bad workmanship but willful negligence. That should be a massive fine and/or criminal penalty.

  • @tysonjack2783
    @tysonjack2783 День тому

    Respect for helping the bee

  • @nahbruv4024
    @nahbruv4024 День тому

    How do you not even have any pride in your work and literally fuck people over. Absolutely disgraceful

  • @DaveJonesAustralia
    @DaveJonesAustralia День тому

    I remember getting quotes from builders and asking that they provide a price, references and insurances. Only one complied with my request. I asked the others why and one well known local builder replied “that’s not the way it’s done”. Well, the one that did as I asked got the job. Your client being told by their builder they can’t advise you of their concerns because the builder says “that’s not how it’s done” is an example of this.

  • @nahbruv4024
    @nahbruv4024 День тому

    Didnt think I'd watch all of this but enjoyed it very much. Good luck to all the home buyers out there 😅

  • @craigspicer4296
    @craigspicer4296 День тому

    The roof membrane warranty would be voided ? This is absolute shocking for a gov project.

  • @katzolicious
    @katzolicious День тому

    There needs to be a royal commision into the VBA

  • @myspace2001
    @myspace2001 День тому

    Uncovering dodgy construction AND saving bees? Give this man an Order of Australia immediately

  • @Strider181
    @Strider181 День тому

    All the sharpie calculations on finished concrete really shows the level of expertise involved in the making of this project

  • @Strider181
    @Strider181 День тому

    The blue tps ran with the aircon pipes will all degrade in the sun and then you have exposed 240v flapping in the breeze. The amount of unprotected aircon cables amd pipes i see even on multi million dollar homes is crazy.

  • @carbonated_seamen
    @carbonated_seamen День тому

    What a backyard builder and architect whoever it was who built it

  • @jasonpoihegatama1347
    @jasonpoihegatama1347 День тому

    I don't know how builders can get away with that conduct. It seems like anyone can claim to be a builder do a sh*t job then move on to the next job. If the builders needed to be covered by insurances no insures will touch them if they do a sh*t job

  • @j.y.1515
    @j.y.1515 День тому

    Do you sell a flabbergaster gauge?

  • @cfunkbooya
    @cfunkbooya День тому

    I picture you telling your kids before they clean their rooms "NON COMPLIANT"

  • @jasonchristos3813
    @jasonchristos3813 День тому

    You should name the builders - disgusting

  • @paulfairbrass4424
    @paulfairbrass4424 День тому

    How about building a property properly the first time,then there wouldn't be any issues. I've found through life. As soon as people get defensive, there lying and covering things up.

  • @Liverpool_kop96
    @Liverpool_kop96 День тому

    Great outfit to impress. Building inspector tried to impress her

  • @jeremyhoman3623
    @jeremyhoman3623 День тому

    I live in American, am American, and ENJOY YOUR VIDEOS! I don't even work in construction.. haha. Thanks for the content!

  • @PD-fc3og
    @PD-fc3og День тому

    Not that it will happen, but perhaps there is a need for a Royal Commission into the private home and unit building construction industry for the whole country. They could get submissions from affected owners to see how vast this problem is, tradespeople about their issues with payments, and pressure applied from building companies, and further develop or upgrade construction standards to 21st century requirements. Maybe we should go back in time and make it compulsory for each stage of a build to be physically checked and signed off by an independent "qualified" inspector before any payment is made? Also, they could look into developing some absolute minimum qualifications in order to gain a "builder credential" that applies Aussie wide. How is it possible for anyone to simply say they are a builder and get to work just like that? I know, a fairy tale or pipe dream, BUT change is needed and our Politicians have got to be pushed hard into doing something meaningful and do it soon. Imagine how BIG this problem is. In a decade or so the decomposition, and wear & tear of these builds is gonna be massive. Could a building collapse because of all the issues our Site Inspector shows in his videos? Mon dieu, the number of building could be astronomical. Brilliant video again. I was hoping when you were pushing on the Chinese Hats, a little Chinese Leprechaun would spring up and give you a pot of gold. ☘🍀💸

  • @davidleeroth1968
    @davidleeroth1968 День тому

    that little man syndrome is tough

  • @seanmorris
    @seanmorris День тому

    'They've got tazers!' "Nah mate, thats a tape measure! Never seen one before?"

  • @petermclelland278
    @petermclelland278 День тому

    What are you doing in an SS uniform?

    • @Siteinspections
      @Siteinspections День тому

      The building industry is full of criminals FYI

  • @Volkaer
    @Volkaer День тому

    With the whole ventilation thing, what would you do to stop snakes and mice getting into the cavities?

  • @travisflint4187
    @travisflint4187 День тому

    Shocking

  • @tomhicks1009
    @tomhicks1009 День тому

    I find it insane that dam busters can patent a rain head that is essentially a flashing. There should be no need for a performance solution To make a rain head compliant is the ugliest thing you can bolt not the side of your home

  • @kjdtm
    @kjdtm День тому

    What happens in such situations ??? Did the builder come and demolish the building ????

  • @Hajsansvejsan
    @Hajsansvejsan День тому

    What a mess🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

  • @bimocular4312
    @bimocular4312 2 дні тому

    Tax payer dollars going to dodgey contracts. Cash grab and disgusting workmanship