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We're Hiring - Carpenters

info@twaits.com.au (Nat Twaits) — Wed, 13 Jul 2022 03:24:49 GMT

We’re hiring carpenters!

Growing construction firm
Full time
Busy role with variety of carpentry work

Nat Twaits Building is a leading and growing domestic custom builder. With a specialisation in high quality new architectural homes, renovations and extensions in Ballarat, our pipeline of work is strong and we look forward to continuing to help our clients realise their dreams and aspirations.

To continue to meet the needs of our clients, we are looking to employ carpenters or engage sub-contractors who take pride in their work.

Full time work (however will consider flexible working hours for the right candidate)
Individuals or crews considered
Ongoing work available
Dynamic team with a great work environment
Immediate start available.

Apply by sending your resume through to info@twaits.com.au

Dawson Street Project airs on Restoration Australia

info@twaits.com.au (Nat Twaits) — Tue, 10 Nov 2020 00:56:29 GMT

National TV Audience for Ballarat Icon

After much anticipation, Restoration Australia Season 3 featured Ballarat's iconic Dawson Street Baptist Church on Sunday, November 8. The bluestone landmark, located at 3 Dawson Street Ballarat, was originally designed and built in the 1860s and has since served as a church, and later a nightclub and restaurant, before falling into disrepair. Local Ballarat resident Mike Whitehead bought the property in 2013 and has restored the building to align with the more modern era.

To watch the incredible journey documented by Restoration Australia on the ABC, click here .

To view our suite of images and to find out more about the history of the property.

Mike Whitehead discusses Dawson Street Baptist Church restoration on local radio

info@twaits.com.au (Nat Twaits) — Thu, 05 Nov 2020 02:49:37 GMT

Mike Whitehead on Local Radio 3BA

Mike Whitehead, owner of the Dawson Street Baptist Church, discusses the mammoth restoration with Brett Macdonald on Ballarat's 102.3 3BA and the upcoming feature on the ABC's Restoration Australian on Sunday, November 8.

Nat Twaits Building interviewed by The Ballarat Times regarding their Dawson Street Baptist Church project

info@twaits.com.au (Nat Twaits) — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 02:15:57 GMT

Nat discusses the Dawson Street Restoration Project with The Ballarat Times

Great article courtesy of The Ballarat Times, original article can be found here :

IF the walls could talk at number three Dawson Street, they would tell tales of baptisms and weddings, fine dining, and nights of partying to dance music.

They could also share some more recent action.

The old Baptist church has been restored since 2019 by owner, Michael Whitehead, and the construction project will be presented in the ABC’s latest series of Restoration Australia, hosted by architect and historian, Stuart Harrison.

Derelict for more than a decade and a home to vermin, Mr Whitehead relished the chance to show some love to the CBD icon, known for its former church, nightclub and restaurant days, and its column façade.

“Our focus was to honour the architecture of the building while also creating a liveable, modern residence,” he said.

“We not only retained and restored the building’s striking roman columns, but have also incorporated the original Baptism pit as a feature of the main living area,” he said.

Builder Nat Twaits arrived on the scene when it was only “dirt floors with four walls,” following some previous preparation and labouring work.

He said Restoration Australia visited about five times, showing the project at varying stages of completion.

“We rang them before we laid the hydronically heated floor, which is very unique in Australia, and they came up, filming us putting it down,” Mr Twaits said.

“They came back when it was all framed up and watched my crew, then when it was all plastered, when structural steel was going in, when we put the double-glazed glass windows in, and then the final.”

He’s rapt that Ballarat can see what became of the church they feel connected to, with fond memories of its previous lives.

“I have a passionate team and we’re really proud. The response has already been astronomical on Facebook. It’s the best advertising we could get.”

Restoration Australia is airing on Sunday nights, 7.40pm.

Houzz discusses our Dawson Street Project with Stuart Harrison from Restoration Australia

info@twaits.com.au (Nat Twaits) — Mon, 26 Oct 2020 02:03:23 GMT

Do You Know the Difference Between Restoration and Renovation?

Houzz interviews Stuart Harrison from Restoration Australia regarding the current season on the ABC. Stuart discusses the current renovation trend in Australia, hurdles to overcome when it comes to restoration and touches on the former Baptist Church in Dawson Street, Ballarat and the unimaginably large restoration of this derelict building. Click here to read the full article by Houzz.

Restoration Australia comes to Ballarat

info@twaits.com.au (Nat Twaits) — Thu, 08 Oct 2020 23:20:51 GMT

Former Dawson Street Baptist Church to be featured on Restoration Australia

Ballarat’s history-filled former Baptist Church will be showcased on Restoration Australia this month, with season 3 airing on the ABC from Sunday 11 October.

The bluestone landmark, located at 3 Dawson Street Ballarat, was originally designed and built in the 1860s and has since served as a church, and later a nightclub and restaurant, before falling into disrepair.

Owner and restorer, Michael Whitehead, seized the opportunity to salvage the building which had lay dormant and become overrun with vermin, engaging local company, Nat Twaits Building, to manage and complete the project.

Mr Whitehead outlined that the design philosophy of the project was to bring the property into the modern era, while retaining the architectural style and unique elements.

“Our focus was to honour the architecture of the building while also creating a liveable, modern residence,” Mr Whitehead said.

“We not only retained and restored the building’s striking roman columns, but have also incorporated the original Baptism pit as a feature of the main living area.”

Project leader and builder, Nat Twaits of Nat Twaits Building has been working on the restoration since 2019.

Nat highlighted their specialisation in intricate builds and renovations as the catalyst for being selected for this project.

“Michael had a clear vision for what he wanted to achieve and we worked closely with him to bring this to life, using our eye for detail and commitment to high-quality to produce an outcome befitting the building’s architectural history,” Nat said

“We’re excited to reveal the finished product with the Ballarat community, and beyond, many who have fond memories of the building over its lifetime.”

Website Launch.

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 23:22:59 GMT

Nat Twaits Building Launches New Website.

We're excited to announce the launch of www.twaits.com.au. We plan to add plenty more of our portfolios and keep you up-to-date with the latest renovations, restorations and building projects we're undertaking. You can meet our team and learn more about the team on the tools. Check it out by visiting www.twaits.com.au. Also follow us on Facebook and Instagram for all our news.

Dawson Street Project to be featured on Restorations Australia.

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 23:21:05 GMT

Tune in to Restorations Australia on the ABC to see our latest project.

In the midst of February, Restorations Australia, an ABC television series, visited our Dawson Street Project to film for an upcoming episode. The episode is due to go to air in the coming months and we'll be sure to let you know when this happens. Due to confidentiality, we're unable to share any photos of this incredible project until it's aired on the ABC. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and continue to visit this website for any updates!

Team Photos.

Tue, 25 Feb 2020 23:19:29 GMT

Three generations of Twaits'.

We recently had some team photos taken and everyone was looking splendid. It was great to have the 3 generations of the Twaits family together including Harry, Neil and Nat pictured above. Check out the Our Team page for all the info on the team and read the About Us section for the history on Nat Twaits Building and the Twaits name.