We are
future thinkers.
We exist to challenge convention, advance progressive ideas and deliver people centered solutions.
About NEX
Building Group.
The NEX Building Group has set a new standard in quality, residential housing for Australian families. Affordability, unbeatable value, innovative designs and exceptional customer service combined with the fact that each of our businesses offers something special and unique to our customers, has allowed us to lift the bar in new home building across the entire industry.
We know the decision to build a new home is most likely the biggest decision a person will ever make; they do so to improve their family’s way of life. We are passionate about building homes around people, not the other way around.
All our businesses operate under the same ethos – people are at the heart of everything we do.
If there is one thing we understand at NEX Building Group, it’s that our customers are the future of our business. Every one of our decisions is based on what is right for our customers, as we know that they will be right for the NEX Building Group, our staff and ultimately for all our stakeholders.
NEX Building Group is focused on designing a better life for our customers, we challenge convention and create brilliant homes for all Australians. We’ve been in business for more than 36 years and operate multiple businesses across New South Wales, Australian Capital Territory, Queensland, Victoria, Tasmania and South Australia.
In 2017, Asahi Kasei Homes, part of the Japanese Asahi Kasei Group, acquired 40 per cent of the NEX Building Group. During the following four years, this partnership flourished and saw the acquisition of Weeks homes and broad growth across the business. In April 2021, Asahi Kasei Homes acquired a further 40 per cent of the business, making them the majority shareholder. Managing Director Andrew Helmers retains his 20 percent share and continues to lead the business day-to-day.
Through our partnership with Asahi Kasei Homes, we have access to world leading building design and building product technologies. Asahi Kasei Homes delivers approximately 8,000 buildings a year. Asahi Kasei Group has more than 40,000 employees around the world.
Our History.
The NEX Building Group has grown from early beginnings in 1987 as a family-owned new home building business based in the Hunter region of NSW, to become one of Australia’s most well-known and respected new project home, multi-residential and investment property building companies.
Originally founded under McDonald Jones Homes, our continued focus on setting the benchmark in residential construction in Australia and providing our customers with a unique and exceptional building journey, has led to the evolution of our company and the development and establishment of new businesses within the NEX Building Group
In 2017, a strategic alliance was formed with Japan's Asahi Kasei Homes, and in 2021 Asahi Kasei Homes increased its shareholding, and today this is 80%.
The NEX Building Group benefits from experienced leaders and a dedicated team of over 1,300 employees. Through our people's commitment, professionalism, knowledge, guidance and quality service, the Group is well-positioned to respond and overcome the challenges from the market and build on the solid foundations of the business
“We have the best job in the world, building new homes for Australian families.” - Andrew Helmers
The Timeline.
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1987
Feb 2023
Arden Homes Acquisition
The Group expanded into Victoria with the acquisition of Arden Homes.
Apr 2021
Asahi Kasei Homes 80% Shareholders
In 2021 Asahi Kasei Homes increased its shareholding to 80% as Bill McDonald retires.
Feb 2020
Acquisition of Weeks Homes
Expanded into South Australia with the acquisition of Weeks Peacock Quality Homes.
Mar 2020
Acquisition of Supaloc
Move into the manufacturing sector with the acquisition of Supaloc Steel Building Systems
Jan 2018
Brighton Homes Commence Trading
Brighton Homes commences trading following consolidation of McDonald Jones (QLD), Hayman Homes & MJH Multi (QLD).
Feb 2018
Complete by McDonald Jones Commence Trading
Complete By McDonald Jones commences trade offering ready built fully complete spec homes.
Jan 2017
Asahi Kasei Homes Purchase 40%
Asahi Kasei Homes purchase a 40 percent stake of MJH Group and form strategic alliance partnership.
May 2015
Acquisition of Wilson Homes
Expanded into Tasmania with the acquisition of Wilson Homes.
Jul 2015
1,500 Homes
Group record completing 1,500 homes in a single financial year.
Jan 2014
MOJO Homes & MJH Multi
MOJO Homes and MJH Multi commence in 2014. The group moved into the investment homes segment with the acquisition of Hayman Homes.
Jan 2012
Expanded to Canberra and Queensland
The group expanded operations to Canberra and Queensland and completed 1,000 homes in a single financial year.
Jan 2009
McDonald Jones Homes Expands
The business expands operations previously in the Hunter and Illawarra, to Sydney.
Jan 2008
Largest Home Builder
McDonald Jones Homes becomes the largest residential home builder in New South Wales.
Jan 2003
Supaloc
The MJH Group partner with steel frame supplier, Supaloc.
Jan 2001
First to Market
From 1987 to 2001 the group are first to market with Wattle Pods, Ultrafloor and Hebel Block House.
Jan 1987
McDonald Jones Homes Inception
Bill McDonald, Cliff Princehorn and Phil Jones incorporate McDonald Jones Homes.
About Asahi Kasei Homes.
Asahi Kasei Homes are a high-earnings operational entity with strong brand recognition in the Japanese urban homes market.
Asahi Kasei Homes is focused on "Long Life Home" products that have delivered customer satisfaction for more than fifty years. Innovative, high-quality home products help enhance connections between the family and the community and enable residency to span across different generations with a focus on harmony within the natural environment.
Asahi Kasei Homes is part of the Asahi Kasei Group a diversified manufacturer that was founded in 1922. It now operates across a range of products spanning from construction to health care and operates under the mantra ‘Creating for Tomorrow’.
