In late January, the first sod was turned on the residential component of a Melbourne development, ie a soon-to-be world leader in sustainability. Burwood Brickworks is an integrated community comprising mixed housing, open space and … about Burwood Brickworks Aims to be the World’s Most Sustainable Retail Centre
Proptech – what is it and where will it lead us
In the last year alone, the average house price for all of Australia increased by almost 10 per cent, surging 44.2 per cent from 2011 to 2016. This swell has made the Australian real estate … about Proptech – what is it and where will it lead us
Not-So-Good Vibrations: Is Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) In Your Future?
As if working in construction doesn’t come with a host of health and safety hazards, tools commonly used by construction laborers, trade personnel, and other manual workers have been found to create a constellation of … about Not-So-Good Vibrations: Is Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) In Your Future?
Causes and Prevention of Cancer in the Construction Industry
Workers in the construction industry develop certain types of cancer at higher rates than the general population. While the word “cancer” creates a visceral response of fear in anyone who hears it, there are ways … about Causes and Prevention of Cancer in the Construction Industry
A Happy New Year for Construction with Growth Predictions of 7.1%
After three years of reported construction declines. However, the outlook for the next 12 months is looking much brighter. According to the latest Construction Outlook Survey, there will be a 7.1 per cent increase in … about A Happy New Year for Construction with Growth Predictions of 7.1%
Risks and Liabilities of Workplace Violence
The term “going postal” became a morbid joke throughout the end of the 20th century. You don’t hear it used much anymore. Media coverage of mass shootings reaches saturation levels within 24 hours of an … about Risks and Liabilities of Workplace Violence
Incidence of Electrocution Too High in the Construction Industry
According to the Center for Construction Research and Training (CPWR), the rate of electrocution suffered in the construction industry remains unacceptably high. Construction workers represented 61 per cent of all work-related electrocution fatalities. Construction laborers, … about Incidence of Electrocution Too High in the Construction Industry
How Construction Tech Startups are Aiding the Australian Economy
ConstructionTech is a thriving startup sector that has so far been flying under the radar. Technology is on the verge of revolutionising the construction sector, and a new report shows that it will have a … about How Construction Tech Startups are Aiding the Australian Economy
How Robots May Be a Construction Problem-Solver
Are robots the answer to some of the construction industry’s problems, such as workforce shortages and productivity issues? The folks at San Francisco-based Built Robotics think so. The company has developed a suite of software … about How Robots May Be a Construction Problem-Solver
How LinkedIn Company Pages Help Construction Businesses Grow
A social media marketing presence is an absolute must for construction companies looking to grow and remain viable in today’s marketplace and beyond. With so many social media platforms out there, it can be tricky … about How LinkedIn Company Pages Help Construction Businesses Grow
