Hemping Hands Volunteers needed NSW Jul-Aug
Want hands-on experience building with hempcrete? Volunteers needed Week 2, Mon 28th July and Week 3, Mon 4th August.
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5 Star Google Reviews
Thanks so much to people we have helped taking the time to give us a quick review on Google. This mean so much for not just HBD but the wider hemp community.
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Video: Senator Richard Colbeck Hemp interview
Senator Richard Colbeck Hemp interview at Hemp-Connect Forum 2025. The Hemp-Connect forum was opened by the honourable Senator Richard Colbeck who provided an update on an parliamentary inquiry which includes how hemp based materials fits into the construction industry.
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Reflections on the Hemp-Connect Forum
The Hemp-Connect Forum was more than just a gathering—it was a strong demonstration of what’s possible when different parts of the hemp industry come together. From researchers and product manufacturers to designers, developers, and policy influencers, the event showed how collaboration can expand the pie for everyone involved.
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Permastructure
Permastructure Pty Ltd is a sustainable building company based in the Northern NSW region of Australia.
Getting Approval for Hempcrete Homes
One of the most common questions I get during presentations on hemp building is about the approval process under the Building Code of Australia (BCA). This may not be the stuff of glossy photos, but it’s the essential information that gets hemp houses approved, and built.
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Tasmanian Hemp Association (THA)
The THA is the peak industry body for hemp in Tasmania, first formed in 2010.
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Kohu Hemp
Kohu Hemp is committed to developing non-toxic, waste-free, and sustainable products for the New Zealand market. Each item is carefully designed and rigorously tested, with a focus on quality over quantity.
Why Low Carbon Materials Matter By Dick Clarke
In a time of climate disruption and escalating material costs, the case for low carbon building materials has never been more urgent. This panel discussion…
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Video: Off-Grid Hempcrete Shed in Hartley Vale
In a quiet valley west of the Blue Mountains, a remarkable off-grid shed is showing Australia what’s possible when sustainable design meets natural building materials. This isn’t your average backyard project…
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Book for Hemp-Connect Forum: Building a Low-Carbon Future, One Wall at a Time
The Hemp-Connect Forum, taking place 25–27 June 2025 at the AgriBio Centre, La Trobe University (Melbourne), is Australia’s premier event for builders, architects, engineers, certifiers and developers curious about bio-based materials and how to apply them in modern construction.
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Hempcrete Stargazing Dome Villa | Building with the Stars
A striking example of hempcrete’s global rise is taking shape under the clear skies of southern Colorado. Stargazing Resort, has opened its first off-grid hemp villa, blending sustainable design, astronomy, and natural building methods.
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