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When it comes to safety on a job site – even in industries where men traditionally dominate the workplace – risks and hazards are equal opportunists.

Fit for work: Why gender-biased workwear is unsafe

When it comes to safety on a job site – even in industries where men traditionally dominate the workplace – … William Arnott5 days agoApril 7, 2021 185

Products, Technology

Hale Corp builds a strong growth roadmap and new efficiencies

Hale Corp, a custom builder, needed to streamline its construction and financial software to capture new efficiencies, productivity, and economies … William Arnott6 days agoApril 6, 2021 192

Concept designs for the Melbourne Airport Rail Line project have been released, which showcase the potential for one of the highest bridges in Melbourne.

Industry News, Latest News, Projects, Victoria

Designs released for Melbourne Airport Rail line

Concept designs for the Melbourne Airport Rail Line project have been released, which include potentially one of the tallest bridges … William Arnott6 days agoApril 6, 2021 701

Downer EDI and the Logan City Council will work together over the next five years on a $520 million contract to plan, design and deliver water and wastewater infrastructure for the region.

Industry News, Latest News, Projects, Queensland

Big Rocks Weir named a coordinated project

Queensland’s Coordinator-General has declared the $60 million Big Rocks Weir project a coordinated project, which will now undergo a full … William Arnott6 days agoApril 6, 2021 300

The Northern Territory Government and Sun Cable have signed the Project Development Agreement for the $22 billion Australia-ASEAN Power Link (AAPL).

Industry News, Latest News, Victoria

Victoria cracks down on dodgy solar installers

The Victorian Government is increasing the number of solar safety inspectors to keep up with record demand and shine a … William Arnott6 days agoApril 6, 2021 182

Construction Technology

Australia could become a leader in using Artificial intelligence (AI) to design and build better cities, towns and infrastructure, according to a roadmap developed by CSIRO.

Procore launches Action Plans

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New Zealand civil construction company Bodley Construction has implemented a suite of Procore’s safety tools following a competitive market review.

Bodley Construction removes software silos with Procore

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The Victorian Government has credited its Big Build as one of the drivers of its job creation boom.

Australian construction leads the recovery to new normal

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A new survey has found 26 per cent of owners, 24 per cent of subcontractors and 20 per cent of head contractors have adopted technology in response to COVID-19.

Autodesk Build now available worldwide

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Research & Analysis

A new research initiative aims to use robotic technology to improve the Australian construction industry’s productivity and quality.

New facility to develop construction robots

March 18, 2021, 9:16 amMarch 18, 2021 657

The natural strength of lobsters shells inspired the research team. Lobster x-ray image by Florian Elias Rieser, licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0 International license

How lobsters can improve concrete 3D printing

January 25, 2021, 10:28 amJanuary 25, 2021 1196

Australia could become a leader in using Artificial intelligence (AI) to design and build better cities, towns and infrastructure, according to a roadmap developed by CSIRO.

Boral wins grant for AI research into concrete improvements

January 13, 2021, 11:59 amJanuary 13, 2021 1253

Products

The issue of derating the cranes lift capacity when operating on uneven surfaces led DRA Group to develop the Autoleveller System for its high capacity Humma 55T pick and carry crane.

Autolevelling versus side slope deration

March 16, 2021, 10:04 amMarch 16, 2021 405

Australia could become a leader in using Artificial intelligence (AI) to design and build better cities, towns and infrastructure, according to a roadmap developed by CSIRO.

Balmain & Co swaps to Procore to up the ante on productivity and quality

March 1, 2021, 11:25 amMarch 1, 2021 962

ATG Gloves focuses on innovation

February 22, 2021, 1:29 pmFebruary 22, 2021 529

Events

The winners of Bentley Systems' annual Year in Infrastructure awards program have been announced, to celebrate excellence in the design, construction and operation of infrastructure.

Finalists announced for Year in Infrastructure 2020 Awards

September 18, 2020, 2:45 pmSeptember 18, 2020 1239

MATES in construction fly the flag for suicide prevention

September 9, 2020, 3:54 pmSeptember 9, 2020 1547

Nominations are closing soon for the upcoming 2020 Women in Industry Awards, which aim to acknowledge outstanding women from a range of industries, including construction.

Women in Industry 2020 winners announced

August 24, 2020, 3:37 pmAugust 25, 2020 2367

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The Victorian Building Authority (VBA), Victorian Managed Insurance Authority (VMIA) and Domestic Building Dispute Resolution Victoria (DBDRV) have joined forces and created the Building Surveyor Career Pathways Program.

Victorian building authorities join forces to train new surveyors

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Work has begun on the Queensland Academy of Sport’s (QAS) $9.8 million Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre (QSAC) in Nathan.

Upgrade works start on Queensland Sport and Athletics Centre

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NEXTDC has appointed Multiplex to deliver stage one of the S3 data centre, located in Artarmon on Sydney’s lower North Shore.

Multiplex to build Sydney data centre

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A wave of subcontractors opportunities for the tunnel and station work packages will be released for the Cross River Rail project in the coming weeks.

Free TAFE and apprenticeships help 30,000 Queenslanders

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Frasers Property Australia and Dexus have lodged development plans with the City of Sydney for the $2.5 billion Central Place Sydney project.

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Developers lodge plans for $2.5B Central Place Sydney project

March 31, 2021, 1:58 pmMarch 31, 2021 432

The Department of Defence has awarded a contract to design and build the $30m Health & Wellbeing Centre at Puckapunyal in Victoria.

Contracts & Tenders, Industry News, Latest News, Projects, Victoria

Builder picked for Puckapunyal Health and Wellbeing centre

March 31, 2021, 11:45 amMarch 31, 2021 395

Tasmania has recorded the highest number of monthly dwelling approvals in a decade, with 369 being reported, which is expected to continue according to the state government.

Contracts & Tenders, Industry News, Latest News, Northern Territory, Projects

Tenders to come for Darwin’s State Square car park

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Industry News, Latest News, New South Wales

SafeWork NSW targets state’s scaffolds

March 29, 2021, 2:45 pmMarch 29, 2021 283

NSW commits $3B to build $100B construction jobs pipeline

Contracts & Tenders, Industry News, Latest News, Projects, Victoria

Builder and designs revealed for $492M mental health facilities

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