Rising construction costs are a major concern for homeowners across Wollongong and the NSW South Coast. Materials, labour, and interest rates have all crept upward in 2024, and 2025 is expected to continue the trend.

Wondering whether to use a CDC or DA to build your granny flat? Learn the key differences, pros and cons, and how Wollongong Granny Flats helps you choose the right approval path.

In places like Wollongong, the Southern Highlands, and the Shoalhaven, people can spot a blow-in or a rip-off merchant from a mile away. We all know the drill — dodgy workmanship, promises that don’t stack up, and tradies who disappear the moment the deposit clears.