The Western Australian Government, with vital financial support from the Commonwealth Government, is investing approximately $A4 billion ($US2.8 billion) to develop 72 kilometres (45 miles) of railway line throughout Western Australia.
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Top 20 Hotspots for Residential Construction
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has released its annual Population and Residential Building Hotspots report for 2019. Rockbank at Mount Cottrell in Victoria has taken the crown as the country’s number one hotspot in terms … about Top 20 Hotspots for Residential Construction
Owners – How to Build A Better Project From the Start
Getting your project started off right and seeing it through to completion depends on a huge number of correct decisions as well as following best practices. However, the most critical decisions are those you make … about Owners – How to Build A Better Project From the Start
Preparing Your Business for the Coming Automation Wave
A new study examined the current state of autonomous technology in the industry. It highlights ways companies prepare themselves to not only capitalize on the opportunities the technology presents today, but adapt in anticipation of … about Preparing Your Business for the Coming Automation Wave
What You Need to Understand About Contractor’s Professional Liability Insurance
As the contractor’s professional liability insurance market has grown, so have the claims. CPL Policy limits are also climbing, the average now double what it was just five years ago. Contractors pay a lot for … about What You Need to Understand About Contractor’s Professional Liability Insurance
Waterproofing 101: How to Get it Right
Recent Deakin University research has found defects involving waterproofing are one of the major issues for Australian buildings. The research study focused on multi-residential buildings and included an in-depth examination of 212 building defect audit … about Waterproofing 101: How to Get it Right
Is a Lack of Standards Hurting Construction Technology Adoption?
The construction industry has historically lagged most industries when it comes to productivity, which costs companies revenue and growth opportunities. A key component to boosting productivity is maximizing worker output.
Closing the Skills Gap one Student at a Time
With many secondary school students heading straight into the workforce or University, apprenticeship numbers—both the uptake and completion—have seen a steady decline in recent years. This drop is being felt by construction companies across the … about Closing the Skills Gap one Student at a Time
Breaking Down Barriers for Women in Construction
Given the construction sector’s imminent skills shortage, it's hard to understand why there are still so many barriers for women entering, and remaining, in the industry.
Cool Solar Innovations Coming to a Jobsite Near You
At the end of 2018, Australia passed the milestone of two million households with rooftop solar panels. As new products come onto the market, roof-mounted panels are only one of numerous options that can turn … about Cool Solar Innovations Coming to a Jobsite Near You
