Major residential construction have trended downward in recent months. However, the latest Australian Construction Industry Forum (ACIF) market forecasts show there is still cause for optimism in 2020. This is partially due to millions of … about Australian Construction Forecast for 2020
Why We Need Great Mentors – And How To Be One
For the construction industry to continue to thrive, evolve and grow, encouraging and inspiring the next generation of construction professionals requires more than just excellent leaders. It requires great mentors. Mentors are those that share … about Why We Need Great Mentors – And How To Be One
Preparing Homes for Bushfire Risk
There is more to constructing buildings able to withstand the impacts of bushfire than just adding extra features at the finishing stage. Thinking about fire risk needs to happen at the earliest planning stages, according … about Preparing Homes for Bushfire Risk
Investa, Lendlease and Willow Leap into the Future at Martin Place
Sixty Martin Place by Investa is the latest addition to Sydney’s global skyline. The striking architectural form incorporates a unique curved façade rising over the adjacent heritage church. However, it is not the only ground-breaking … about Investa, Lendlease and Willow Leap into the Future at Martin Place
How to Speak Safety in a Diverse Industry
Both new migrant workers and those whose first language is not English are reportedly concentrated in high-risk work environments including construction. The SafeWork NSW At Risk Workers Strategy aims to address some of the challenges … about How to Speak Safety in a Diverse Industry
Thinking Better and Doing Better With Scaffold Safety
Scaffolding is essential for most building projects, but according to SafeWork NSW, it’s also something too many sites just are not getting right. As part of Safe Work Month, the results of a recent inspection … about Thinking Better and Doing Better With Scaffold Safety
Equipment Management Product Helps Ensure Safety on Construction Sites
While inductions of plant and equipment are an important part of Australian workplace safety regulations for the construction industry, Procore users say it takes a considerable amount of time and they have limitations on how … about Equipment Management Product Helps Ensure Safety on Construction Sites
Australian First Repurposing a Zinc Mine as a Power Plant
Canadian renewable energy innovator Hydrostor’s Australian operation is set to break ground on Australia’s first commercial-scale demonstration project of its Advanced Compressed Air Energy Storage (A-CAES) technology in the coming months. The project has been … about Australian First Repurposing a Zinc Mine as a Power Plant
That’s not waste – it’s a resource!
There is a simple principle anyone can apply to reduce the amount of waste generated on a construction site. As Californian resource recovery entrepreneur Daniel Knapp puts it: waste isn’t waste until it’s wasted. It’s … about That’s not waste – it’s a resource!
Expansion of Cairns Convention Centre Expected to Boost Economy
Designs have been released for a $176 million expansion to the award-winning Cairns Convention Centre in Far North Queensland. The expansion is expected to create 570 jobs, with construction slated to commence in June 2020. … about Expansion of Cairns Convention Centre Expected to Boost Economy
