News & Insights

Can Modular Construction Solve Australia’s Housing Crisis?

The housing affordability crisis in Australia is a growing concern, with escalating costs and demand outpacing supply. Traditional construction methods, hindered by high labour costs and prolonged timelines, struggle to meet this demand. Modular construction, a technique involving factory-produced building modules, offers an innovative solution. It promises cost efficiency, speed, sustainability, and quality—critical factors in […]

Is Private Health Sustainable in Australia? Exploring Challenges & Future Solutions

Is Private Health Sustainable in Australia? Private health in Australia is facing critical questions about its future. With rising costs, changing patient preferences, and a strained workforce, the sustainability of private hospitals is under the spotlight. This article dives into the challenges and explores potential solutions for ensuring private healthcare remains a viable option for […]

Our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) has been officially endorsed by Reconciliation Australia!

We’re excited to share that our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) has been officially endorsed by Reconciliation Australia! As a proud member of the RAP network, this endorsement marks a significant step in our journey toward building stronger, more respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. A Reflect RAP helps us lay the […]

Co-Living as a Solution: A “Back to the Future” Approach

The concept of co-living, a contemporary twist on communal living, is gaining traction as a solution to the mounting housing affordability crisis. This approach isn’t entirely new; it’s an evolution of older living models like boarding houses and shared accommodation that continue to be components of urban living. Now, updated to fit today’s needs and […]

Are The Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure’s Planning Amendments the Silver Bullet to Unlock Much-Needed Affordable Housing?

Affordable housing is of growing concern in the media.. With rising property prices and increasing demand, finding viable solutions is crucial. Recently, the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure’s introduced planning amendments aimed at addressing this challenge. But are these changes the silver bullet we need? Let’s delve into the specifics and explore their potential […]

Evolution of the
composition of our Board

The Essence Board recently unanimously endorsed a plan to evolve the composition of our Board. Our current Board comprising 3 executives and 3 non-executives has served the business well taking us through the inception phase, successfully navigating through the pandemic, stepping through the market challenges of the past 18 months whilst always growing and diversifying […]

De-institutionalising
the aged care model

The current NCC falls short in guiding interior design and accessibility for aged care. New design standards will address this align to the Aged Care Quality Standards, ensuring safe, welcoming environments for seniors.

Introducing our new
parental leave policy

We have recently updated our Parental Leave Policy to provide parents with additional support after welcoming a new child into their family. Our new Parental Leave Policy provides the primary carer with 12 weeks of paid leave and 26 weeks of superannuation.

Project managing
heritage buildings

Project Director Chris Callaghan was interviewed on his experience in the project management of heritage buildings and why this field is so unique. Chris has worked on numerous heritage projects, including the Locomotive Workshops in South Eveleigh, 5 Martin Place, 100 Harris Street in Pyrmont, and The Sandstones Precinct on Bridge Street. Chris is passionate about the adaptive reuse of heritage buildings, and in this interview, he tells us why.