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Downer EDI has been named the preferred proponent for the design and construction contracts for the $69 million Denny Avenue Level Crossing Removal Project in Western Australia.

Industry News, Latest News, Projects, South Australia

Construction complete on $141 million Flinders Rail Line

The $141 million Flinders Rail Line has opened to passengers, connecting the Flinders Medical Centre and Flinders University to Adelaide’s … William Arnott2 days agoJanuary 19, 2021 185

The Victorian Government has appointed a new Chief Executive Officer to lead the Suburban Rail Loop Authority.

Industry News, Latest News, Projects, Victoria

New CEO for Suburban Rail Loop Authority

The Victorian Government has appointed a new Chief Executive Officer to lead the Suburban Rail Loop Authority.William Arnott3 days agoJanuary 18, 2021 616

Queensland tradies are being encouraged to take advantage of a $37.6 million training package to help the improve skills for big infrastructure projects.

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Work begins on Portland foreshore redevelopment

Construction works have begun to transform Portland’s foreshore into a vibrant and accessible space for locals and tourists visiting regional … William Arnott3 days agoJanuary 18, 2021 180

The New South Wales Government is set to spent $100 million on building and upgrading sports facilities, as part of its new Greater Cities and Regional Sport Facility Fund.

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NSW spends $100M on sport facility construction

The New South Wales Government is set to spent $100 million on building and upgrading sports facilities, as part of … William Arnott3 days agoJanuary 18, 2021 263

Tenders are open to rebuild the $25 million South Australian Dog Fence, which spans 2150 kilometres and will require 71,000 timber posts, 127,500 steel droppers and more than 7000 kilometres of wire.

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Tenders open to build world’s longest dog fence

The New South Wales Government has opened a multi-million-dollar construction tender to build the world’s longest wild dog fence on … William Arnott6 days agoJanuary 15, 2021 611

Construction Technology

A compliance enforcement blitz will target more than 300 high-risk workplaces to prevent the deadly lung disease silicosis.

Trials begin on real-time silica dust detector

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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 announces new products for construction cloud

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Digistor recognised as Autodesk architecture, engineering and construction specialist

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Webinar – Advancing digital construction of infrastructure projects

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Research & Analysis

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 326

Monash launches infrastructure testing facility to save lives

January 8, 2021, 11:35 amJanuary 8, 2021 286

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.

Queensland apprenticeship numbers rise in 2020

December 14, 2020, 11:41 amDecember 14, 2020 519

Products

Downer EDI has been named the preferred proponent for the design and construction contracts for the $69 million Denny Avenue Level Crossing Removal Project in Western Australia.

ADCO appointed preferred proponent for Lakelands Station

December 17, 2020, 11:16 amDecember 17, 2020 665

Skyhouse formed Skyhouse Studios in early 2020 with the purpose of producing creative solutions for any visual endeavour.

Skyhouse chooses Digistor Cloud Render Onboarding Package

December 16, 2020, 3:54 pmDecember 16, 2020 586

Sometimes holes make things better—think Swiss cheese and doughnuts. But can holes also combat climate change?

Can porous concrete combat climate change?

November 19, 2020, 3:35 pmNovember 19, 2020 1044

Events

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 1695

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.

Finalists revealed for 2020 Women in Industry Award

July 9, 2020, 11:03 amJuly 9, 2020 2391

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.

Final chance to nominate for Women in Industry awards

June 25, 2020, 8:55 amJune 25, 2020 2077

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

New Victorian hazardous waste recycling facility to be built

2 days agoJanuary 19, 2021 248

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.

Tenders open for Jabiru health centre design

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The first tracks have been laid for Sydney Metro’s City and Southwest project deep below the suburb of Chatswood.

First tracks laid on Sydney Metro’s City and Southwest project

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

Tenders called for Mangrove Cove construction

January 12, 2021, 11:15 amJanuary 12, 2021 331

Works are underway to redevelop the Atherton Hospital, a major primary health facility for the Tablelands region in Far North Queensland.

Stage two of $70M Atherton Hospital Redevelopment underway

January 12, 2021, 10:35 amJanuary 12, 2021 426

Blueprint for Sydney city centre to help COVID recovery

January 12, 2021, 10:07 amJanuary 12, 2021 397

A contractor has been selected and works are set to begin on a $5.2 million energy depot in Whitsunday, Queensland.

Electricity network upgrade on the way for Jabiru

January 11, 2021, 5:23 pmJanuary 11, 2021 227

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Industry News, Latest News, Projects, Western Australia

WA Govt funds Ellenbrook sports pavilion construction

January 11, 2021, 11:53 amJanuary 11, 2021 246

A further $3.5 billion has been committed to the Western Sydney Airport rail line under a new agreement between the Federal and New South Wales Government, with construction set to begin this year.

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Grants provide $66M for regional airport infrastructure

January 11, 2021, 10:53 amJanuary 11, 2021 416

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.

Industry News, Latest News, Professional Services, Western Australia

First ‘Infrastructure Ready’ graduates hired on METRONET projects

January 8, 2021, 3:29 pmJanuary 8, 2021 482

The first construction contract for the $1 billion Pacific Motorway upgrade has been awarded to Seymour Whyte Constructions.

Industry News, Latest News, Projects, Western Australia

Latest tranche of Wheatbelt Secondary Freight Network projects revealed

January 8, 2021, 3:15 pmJanuary 8, 2021 277

The Western Australian Government has opened a six week request for tender process for the rail component of the $69 million METRONET Denny Avenue level crossing removal project.

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

Contracts awarded for level crossing removals worth $800M

January 8, 2021, 2:44 pmJanuary 8, 2021 748