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Daily Mail
a day ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE I make a living inspecting dodgy new properties… here are six steps you can take to stop your dream home turning into a nightmare
A property inspector who exposes dodgy new builds has revealed the best way Australians can avoid getting caught out when buying a home. Zeher Khalil, who goes by the moniker ' TikTok Inspector', has used his decade in construction to inform potential buyers on how to avoid poorly built homes. Clad in black clothes, the 43-year-old uses a body camera and phone to shine a light on every crack or shaky awning at new properties. The videos are a way to raise awareness about his day-to-day, Melbourne-based business 'Site Inspections', which provides customers with forensic assessments. The aim, he told Daily Mail Australia, is to save people from losing money by highlighting issues before they move in and the builders leave the property. 'It's one of the biggest investments you will ever have in your life,' he said. 'These guys that we're busting, they're just scammers and I'm glad we're naming and shaming most of them.' While inspections by his company can cost up to a few thousand dollars, Mr Khalil has shared some steps for buyers to avoid their dream homes becoming a nightmare. Don't trust the display home 'Sometimes a display home is made by the A-team,' he said, adding that this doesn't always guarantee they will also be the builders behind the other properties. 'The company will get different supervisors for different jobs, and you might end up with a different kind of home,' he said. As a result, Mr Khalil advised buyers to keep an eye on the property during its progress to follow changes that are made. Always get an independent inspection Leading on from his first suggestion, Mr Khalil advised bringing in an expert throughout the construction process. 'If you're building (a home), before you make a payment, or you go to make a final stage payment, get it checked,' he said. 'Because you might not see it again, and you might not be getting what you're paying for.' But even if a buyer isn't able to afford an independent inspector, Mr Khalil suggested customers tell the builders they are planning to. 'If they resist, that is a massive indicator that you have to get someone to look at it because these guys are trying to hide something,' he said. He said homeowners he previously worked for have told builders they are bringing in an independent inspector and the job has been delayed, cleaned up or fixed. Read the contract 'Read the contract like you're suing them tomorrow,' Mr Khalil said, warning that there could be clauses that customers might not expect. 'If you're late on payment, or you have to accept alternative solutions, there's all these things that come up later on. 'People just sign the contract, they don't even read it.' The inspector said a lawyer costs a few hundred dollars but it would be worth it to make sure 'no shifty things' are in the contract. Never use the builders' surveyor or certifier Builders sometimes recommend a surveyor who gives a building permit, but Mr Khalil advised buyers to 'always consult someone else'. 'Get someone independent, not someone who's recommended by a builder, because most likely, they'll be more lenient,' he said. 'You want somebody to be really assertive and stringent with their findings.' What to focus on Mr Khalil suggested there are three features on properties that should always be checked when buying: the roofing, bathrooms and balconies. He said these locations are the most common areas that have potential issues with water. 'Water just destroys everything and that's the biggest problem here in Australia,' he said. 'Get those assessed properly and watch out for what's going on.' He also advised that, if there is any subsidence in the pavement around the home or if there are cracks in the external walls, this could mean there is 'movement in the slab'. The Victorian Building Authority has previously described this issue as 'foundation movement' or 'slab heave'. When the foundation lifts excessively in part of a house, this can then develop cracks. Mr Khalil also pointed to 'patched up bricks' as a sign that vendors might be 'trying to hide something'.
India.com
a day ago
- Sport
- India.com
Amidst Kohli's Roar and Pujara's Wall, Rohit's Test Heroics Went Unnoticed
photoDetails english Updated:Jun 27, 2025, 01:13 PM IST Silent Hero 1 / 9 Since 2018, one man has consistently risen to the occasion when India needed to win. Former India skipper ROHIT SHARMA is India's highest run-scorer in Test victories during this period. Let's break down how the Hitman ruled the longest format! ROHIT SHARMA 2 / 9 Runs: 2092 Innings: 41 Average: 55.05 Centuries: 9 He is Leading the pack with class, consistency, and clutch knocks. Rohit's Big Hundreds in Wins 3 / 9 127 vs ENG, Chennai (2021) 161 vs ENG, Chennai (2021) 176 vs SA, Vizag (2019) 127 vs SA, Ranchi (2019) 102 vs WI, Rajkot (2018) 132 vs AUS, Oval (2021) 103 vs SL, Mohali (2022) 120 vs AUS, Nagpur (2023) 131 vs ENG, Rajkot (2024) His Hundred = Indian win more often than not! Most Consistent Match-Winner 4 / 9 Rohit Sharma in Indian Test Wins (2018-Present) 50+ scores: 13 Conversion Rate: One of the best among Indian batters Home Domination 5 / 9 Matches: 17 Runs: 1324 Avg: 66.20 100s: 6 He Turned Indian conditions into a personal fortress. Overseas Contributions 6 / 9 Matches: 7 Runs: 768 Avg: 43.78 100s: 3 He Played pivotal roles in victories in England, Australia & West Indies. Most Runs in Winning Tests (Since 2018) 7 / 9 1. Rohit Sharma – 2092 2. Virat Kohli – 2061 3. Ajinkya Rahane – 1498 4. Cheteshwar Pujara – 1470 5. Rishabh Pant – 1393 6. Ravindra Jadeja – 1186 THE HITMAN IN TESTS 8 / 9 Opened a new chapter in 2019 as a Test opener Has been India's backbone in wins since Not just a white-ball legend, but a true red-ball match-winner Rohit Sharma: India's Silent Giant in Test Victories Most Runs in Winning Tests (2018-Present) 9 / 9 Since 2018, one man has consistently risen to the occasion when India needed to win. Former India skipper ROHIT SHARMA is India's highest run-scorer in Test victories during this period. Let's break down how the Hitman ruled the longest format!
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First Post
a day ago
- Sport
- First Post
TV umpire under scrutiny in WI vs AUS Test as former cricketers question Adrian Holdstock's decisions: 'Everything has gone against West Indians'
TV umpire Adrian Holdstock has come under fire from former West Indian and Australian cricketers for his 'unfortunate' decision-making. West Indies coach Darren Sammy also criticised Holdstock's inconsistency. read more TV umpire Adrian Holdstock is facing criticism from fans, experts and commentators after his controversial decisions to give West Indies batter Roston Chase and Shai Hope out on Day 2 of the first Test against Australia at the Kensington Oval, Barbados. Adrian Holdstock of South Africa had already been questioned by the cricket fraternity for making a contentious decision on Day 1 of the West Indies vs Australia 1st Test. An appeal against Travis Head for caught behind was turned down by Holdstock as he felt there wasn't sufficient evidence to prove the ball had carried. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Umpiring controversy erupts in WI vs AUS Test match On Day 2, the controversy became even bigger as Holdstock upheld an on-field decision to give Roston Chase out. Chase was outfoxed by a Pat Cummins ball that stayed low and hit him on the pads. After being given out LBW, Chase referred it upstairs, but Holdstock upheld the decision. He felt there was a clear gap between bat and pad, but former West Indian pacer and commentator Ian Bishop felt that the ball had nicked the bat. Bat first or pad first? 🤔 Roston Chase given OUT… but UltraEdge had a spike. Should that have been given out?#WIvsAUS — FanCode (@FanCode) June 26, 2025 'I disagree with the decision, I disagree with the technology, I thought he hit that but somehow, it's worked against Roston Chase,' Bishop said. 'I feel sorry for the officiating team there, in my view that should clearly have been not out. I apologise to the officials, but I'm in total disagreement, as he [Chase] is in bewilderment. You see a deflection, a change of direction of the ball as it approaches the bat. 'If you've watched the game for long enough, you can see it. If you're new to the game, maybe you don't notice it.' Shai Hope's dismissal also added to the controversy. He was caught behind by Alex Carey, but replays suggested that the ball may not have carried. Caught or did the ball touch the ground? 🫣 Windies are furious with that decision. What's your call? ☝️ or ❌#WIvAUS — FanCode (@FanCode) June 26, 2025 STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'There are not many fans of [third umpire] Adrian Holdstock in the West Indies at the moment,' former West Indies player Carlos Brathwaite said on air as Hope walked back after a controversial decision. Former West Indian spinner Samuel Badree claimed that all the decisions are going against the West Indies. 'It's unfortunate, it really is unfortunate,' Samuel Badree told ESPN. 'It feels as though everything has gone against the West Indians.' Badree's claims have also been supported by former Australian player Greg Blewett, who acknowledged that the decision-making was not clear. 'I felt like the third umpire had some really tough decisions to make,' Blewett said on ESPN. 'A lot of them weren't really clear decisions; it was down to a bit of interpretations. 'I think Australia got on the right end of the decisions.' West Indies coach Sammy questions TV umpire Meanwhile, West Indies coach Daren Sammy questioned Holdstock and his decision-making at the end of Day 2's play. He said that the umpire needs to be consistent across all dismissals. 'We are just trying to find some sort of understanding as to what the process is,' Sammy said. 'We only hope for consistency. That's all we could ask for. When there is doubt in something, just be consistent across the board. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD 'I have noticed, especially with this particular umpire, it's something that for me started in England. It's frustrating. I just ask for consistency in the decision-making.' West Indies were bowled out for 190 on Day 2 in reply to Australia's 180. The visitors ended the Day 2 on 92/4 and currently enjoy a lead of 82 runs.
News.com.au
4 days ago
- Politics
- News.com.au
Sussan Ley to hero 'aspirational Australians' in first NPC address as Liberal Leader
Sussan Ley is set to outline how the Liberal Party intends to 'rebuild trust' with Australian voters after admitting the party was 'smashed' on the May 3 federal poll, stating her 'focus' will be on 'aspirational Australians'. After the party was reduced to a mere 43 seats, the Opposition Leader is set to use Wednesday's National Press Club address to acknowledge the party's abysmal performance, stating that: 'We didn't just lose. We got smashed'. Notably, Ms Ley's attendance at the Canberra institution also bucks the trend set by her predecessor Peter Dutton, who was criticised by Anthony Albanese for snubbing the tradition. While Ms Ley's speech won't detail any firm policy commitments, with the party still undertaking an election post-mortem, she is expected to comment on the party's new approach to policy and outline priority areas she aims to focus on in the next three years. She will also outline her plan to rebuild the Liberal Party into a 'effective alternative' before the next election, Ms Ley will say that the new-look party will restore living standards and reward 'aspirational Australians'. She will also identify the cost-of-living crisis, stagnant wages and the barriers to home ownership as key barriers to success. 'Aspiration is the foundation of the Australian promise: that if you work hard, play by the rules, do your best for your kids and contribute to your community, you will be able to build a better life for yourself and your family,' she said. 'That promise feels distant for many Australians today.' Ms Ley is also set to define her vision of 'modern Australia' in an attempt to win back key groups alienated by the Liberal Party in May. This includes women, young voters and people in metro areas, with the party progressively losing its hold in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth and completely wiped out in Adelaide. Instead, Ms Ley will describe Modern Australia as 'diverse, dynamic and ambitious,' and 'made up of people from every corner of the world'. Her comments will also indicate that the Liberals will make a concerted effort to appeal to 'families raising children in the suburbs,' plus young people entering the workforce, renters, students and older Australians 'who helped build this country'. 'Modern Australia is not just one story. It's all of them,' she is expected to say. 'And our party must be big enough to represent that shared experience.'
Sharjah 24
4 days ago
- Business
- Sharjah 24
AUS, HNW to empower engineering students with industry experience
'This agreement is a reflection of our continued efforts to embed meaningful industry collaboration into the fabric of engineering education,' said Dr Fadi Aloul, Dean of the AUS College of Engineering. 'By working closely with forward-thinking partners like HNW Research and Management Consultancy, we are creating pathways that equip our students with the skills, exposure and confidence needed to thrive in today's fast-paced and innovation-driven economy.' As part of the agreement, HNW will offer annual internship placements for AUS students providing them with practical, on-site training and engagement. The collaboration also involves joint supervision of selected capstone and research projects, delivery of keynote sessions by HNW experts and participation in research and development initiatives tied to graduation and course-based projects. Dr Hassan Khudair, Director General of HNW, said: 'At HNW, we've proudly employed dozens of AUS alumni over the years—particularly from the industrial engineering program due to their exceptional calibre and adaptability. We're excited to deepen that connection by contributing industry knowledge and market insight to help prepare AUS graduates for real-world demands. Our consulting model is built on genuine partnership: we work hand-in-hand with government entities to co-create solutions rooted in customer-centric research and collaboration. It's a distinctive mindset—but one that is essential for the kind of meaningful public sector transformation that HNW is known for pioneering. We're thrilled to partner with one of the region's most prestigious universities to further that mission.' To further support student development, HNW will offer discounted rates on all its training programs for AUS students, with specific details to be announced separately. Job opportunities offered by HNW will also be shared with AUS alumni and master's students, strengthening their access to relevant career pathways. HNW is a boutique consulting firm specializing in the design and implementation of government service transformation programs, aimed at improving customer experience and institutional efficiency across the public sector in the region. An initiative of the College of Engineering, the AUS Engineering Al Nukhba Program connects high-achieving students with leading industry partners for hands-on, career-shaping experiences. Through exclusive internships, research collaboration, expert mentorship and advanced training, the program prepares students to tackle real-world challenges with creativity, technical expertise and professional readiness.
