Combustible homes meet collapsing steel

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By Leith van Onselen

Throughout the year, we have heard several reports on how cheap imported combustible cladding covering potentially thousands of buildings across Australia represents a clear and present fire risk for owners of recently built apartments (see here for rundown).

Last night, ABC’s 7.30 Report ran a segment warning about the safety of overseas steel that is now being used in bridges, roadways and construction across Australia.

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About the author
Leith van Onselen is Chief Economist at the MB Fund and MB Super. He is also a co-founder of MacroBusiness. Leith has previously worked at the Australian Treasury, Victorian Treasury and Goldman Sachs.