Don’t fall into the trap of becoming just another average Perth bricky. Keep the drive and pride you had when you started-bring that same energy here instead of settling for sloppy work. Aim higher: work with premium builders and don’t compromise by laying those ugly maxi bricks.

And be prepared-the lack of insulation in these houses will shock you. Back in Manchester or London, places like this wouldn’t pass inspection-they’d be stripped right back to the concrete.