If its walls could talk, the old Pentridge Prison could tell tales of Australia’s last execution. It could then spin the yarn about being the resting place of Infamous bushranger Ned Kelly. Closed since 1997, … about Former Pentridge Prison to Become Luxury Hotel
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Measuring and Maximizing your ROI
There are many reasons, of varying degrees of legitimacy, why some construction companies have been reticent to adopt the latest technologies. You read a lot about things like a general discomfort with the idea of … about Measuring and Maximizing your ROI
Putting Construction Waste in its Place
With Australia’s population predicted to exceed 40 million by 2050, the amount of waste the country produces could easily surpass 100 million tonnes. And with a third of the waste from construction sites ending up … about Putting Construction Waste in its Place
Smart apparel: The future of wearable technology on the jobsite
The construction industry is digitising at a fast clip. Understanding technology’s potential to increase efficiencies and workplace safety has been a key factor in the uptake of construction technologies over the past ten years in … about Smart apparel: The future of wearable technology on the jobsite
Why You May Need a Social Licence to Operate – And How to Get It
The concept of the social license is becoming increasingly more important. That is particularly the case of projects that are likely to have an impact on the environment or on a local community, such as … about Why You May Need a Social Licence to Operate – And How to Get It
What Happens to Queensland’s Site after Commonwealth Games?
Held on Australia’s Gold Coast, the 2018 Commonwealth Games, was one of Queensland’s biggest construction undertakings in recent times. So far, although the sporting facilities and the Athlete’s Village cost approximately $2 billion to build, … about What Happens to Queensland’s Site after Commonwealth Games?
Melbourne’s Docklands: Transformation Underway
The Docklands development in Melbourne is well underway with a significant number of projects that have either commenced or are due to start later this year. The new precinct will be a vibrant mix of … about Melbourne’s Docklands: Transformation Underway
How Technology is Changing Construction
Construction projects are becoming ever more complex, while being expected to be completed in less time and with increased operational efficiency. New softwares and the overall digitisaton of the industry is set to soar, with … about How Technology is Changing Construction
Contracts Awarded for $5.3 Billion Western Sydney Airport Project
The first publicly funded Australian airport project in more than 30 years, Western Sydney Airport, is now officially underway, with the awarding of key contracts for project management and early works announced in recent weeks.
The One Thing You Need to Do Before You Walk on Any Jobsite
It might not be the first thing you think about, but insurance and public liability should be the primary consideration for anyone working on a jobsite. Without such protections, individuals could be personally liable for … about The One Thing You Need to Do Before You Walk on Any Jobsite
