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A McConnell Dowell and Built Environs joint venture has been selected to deliver a new $56.7 million rail and bus interchange.

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McConnell Dowell JV wins $56.7M station contract

A McConnell Dowell and Built Environs joint venture has been selected to deliver a new $56.7 million rail and bus … William Arnott3 days agoMay 21, 2019 251

While hook lifts have traditionally seen use in the waste and recycling sectors, there has been an increase in their use for building and infrastructure construction.

How can construction use hook lifts? [Sponsored Content]

While hook lifts have traditionally seen use in the waste and recycling sectors, there has been an increase in their … William Arnott4 days agoMay 20, 2019 148

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New solution to protect buildings on fault lines

A new foundation system could allow high rises to be built on or near active fault lines, according to new … William Arnott4 days agoMay 20, 2019 181

Around 2000 Victorian construction jobs are set to be created by the recently approved $500 million redevelopment at Westfield Doncaster.

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Westfield Doncaster’s $500M redevelopment to create 2000 jobs

Around 2000 Victorian construction jobs are set to be created by the recently approved $500 million redevelopment at Westfield Doncaster.William Arnott4 days agoMay 20, 2019 414

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Rio Tinto awards $137M rail construction contract

Mining giant Rio Tinto has awarded a $137 million contract to build new rail infrastructure for its Koodaideri iron ore … William Arnott7 days agoMay 17, 2019 231

Construction Technology

Construction software company Bentley Systems had announced the acquisition of a UK provider of cloud-based software that captures, visualises, models and shares geotechnical data, called Keynetix.

Bentley Systems acquires geotechnical tech company

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When Australian-based SEE Civil wanted to advance its survey drone program, it turned to Trimble, Propeller and SITECH Construction Systems.

UAV drones and Trimble grant greater construction site insight [Sponsored Content]

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A smart sensor network has been instrumental in reducing the impact of water infrastructure breaks and leaks on customers and commuters in Adelaide’s CBD.

SA Water sensor network reduces repair disruption

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Engineers called for input on AI development

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City of Melbourne to consider Draft Transport Strategy

May 7, 2019, 9:45 amMay 7, 2019 231

Victorian construction boom grows in value

May 3, 2019, 9:04 amMay 3, 2019 587

Australian construction to help cushion against slowdown

April 23, 2019, 10:42 amApril 23, 2019 442

Products

Constructive welding with the Big Blue 400x [Sponsored Content]

May 14, 2019, 10:46 amMay 14, 2019 168

Every two years, the National Heavy Vehicle Industry Association's Brisbane Truck Show rolls into town. This year the truck show also coincides with West-Trans Equipment celebrating 25 years under the guidance of owner and Managing Director Jim Whittle.

Construction equipment on display at Brisbane Truck Show [Sponsored Content]

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May 2019 sees Jim celebrate 25 years of ownership of West-Trans Equipment.

West-Trans Equipment celebrates 25 years of business [Sponsored content]

May 6, 2019, 11:15 amMay 7, 2019 166

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Metro Tunnel construction blitz starts at South Yarra station

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Global consultancy firm Turner & Townsend has been appointed to provide cost management advisory services for the largest transport infrastructure project ever undertaken in New Zealand.

Financial advisor appointed for $4.1B rail project

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Sydney announces $200M for major infrastructure

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Works begin on Melbourne Suburban Rail Loop

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A new student accommodation complex is the first large scale building in the southern hemisphere to achieve Passive House certification.

Monash and Multiplex build first large scale Passive House

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New Zealand unveils $5.78B infrastructure pipeline

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Expressions of Interest (EOI) are open for two design and construct contracts to remove a level crossing, as part of Perth’s major transport upgrade METRONET.

EOI open for $69M level crossing removal contracts

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The Sydney Metro has reached another milestone as the project’s second tunnel boring machine (TBM) breaks through rock at the site of the new Waterloo Station.

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Sydney Metro reaches new tunnel milestone

May 15, 2019, 10:56 amMay 15, 2019 441

Downer has been awarded a $220 million contract to provide field services over two years and nine months, starting 1 July 2019.

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Downer wins $220M field services contract

May 15, 2019, 9:29 amMay 15, 2019 310

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.

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Both major parties agree on first home buyer fund

May 13, 2019, 11:57 amMay 14, 2019 378

Australia, Industry News, Latest News, Projects, Victoria

Labor pledges $10B for Melbourne’s Suburban Rail Loop

May 13, 2019, 11:32 amMay 13, 2019 298

Industry News, Latest News, Projects, Western Australia

METRONET gets $4.1B to create thousands of construction jobs

May 13, 2019, 9:36 amMay 13, 2019 2369