The massive multi-billion-dollar expansion of the Snowy Mountains Hydroelectric scheme has broken ground this month, following the federal government’s recent announcement of shareholder approval for the project. Dubbed “Snowy 2.0”, the project will see new tunnels and … about Snowy 2.0: Building on a Legend and Legacy
What You Should Know About New Energy Changes
Low-energy and net-zero buildings are set to become business as usual in Australia as the Building Ministers Forum has committed to investigating necessary changes to the National Construction Code. The COAG Energy Council has also … about What You Should Know About New Energy Changes
Building Ministers Prepare for Industry-Wide Reforms
Federal, state and territory building ministers have promised to deliver a joint implementation plan for progressing reforms recommended by the Shergold Weir “Building Confidence” report within the next few weeks. The recent issues with Opal … about Building Ministers Prepare for Industry-Wide Reforms
Technology Helps Keep Workers Safe from Heat Stress
While the kind of extreme heat Australia experienced through January is a risk to construction projects and the industry workforce, those challenges can often be managed with some foresight. Christine Killip, Managing Director of Katestone … about Technology Helps Keep Workers Safe from Heat Stress
WA Government Supports MATES In Construction
The Western Australian Government has marked this week’s R U OK? Day by flying the MATES in Construction flag at WA Parliament House and announcing a $310,000 grant to the organisation. The money will be … about WA Government Supports MATES In Construction
John Holland’s Big Sustainable Winning Streak
Leading construction and engineering firm John Holland has taken a bold leap forward with its sustainability credentials, becoming the first construction company to join the Qantas Future Planet program.
Call for Stronger Oversight and Enforcement of Building Products
A spokesman for Insulation Australasia Scott Gibson tells Jobsite that while the industry commends some of the Inquiry’s recommendations, the broader industry issue of non-compliance needs addressing. Whether it is non-conforming products or non-compliant product … about Call for Stronger Oversight and Enforcement of Building Products
The Latest Buzz Around Electric Vehicles in Construction
There’s currently a real buzz around electric vehicles. However, while zippy passenger vehicles are growing in numbers on Australian roads, they aren’t ideal for hauling tools, materials and equipment around to construction sites.
What the Industry can Learn from the Opal Tower
Compliance and quality issues are back in the headlines following the failure in concrete components of the Opal Tower in Sydney’s Olympic Park. The faulty structure forced the Christmas Eve evacuation of some residents of … about What the Industry can Learn from the Opal Tower
Independent Review of Engineering Design Vital for Quality & Safety
The independent expert report commissioned by the NSW Government into the causes of the Opal Tower incident has highlighted the importance of independent verification of engineering designs.
