Culverts are the hidden heroes of the infrastructure sector and while they are often not as prominent as bridges, tunnels and road networks, they are an essential asset that protects, roads, rail, buildings and structures. Unfortunately, culvert maintenance and repairs are not always prioritised appropriately. One of their common functions is managing stormwater runoff, allowing …
Building more than buildings: how world leading construction is bringing Australia ‘back to life’
The arts, entertainment and education sectors are among Australia’s most culturally defining communities. Built on a history of migration, collaboration and innovation, Australia has long been a ‘meltingRead More
The need to increase investment into construction
Building the future: How does the 2022-23 Budget stack up for Aussie tradies?
Australian tradies have demonstrated that their role as the backbone of the Australian economy is critical, from building housing for the next generation to rebuilding in the wake of recent natural disasters.Read More
What’s ahead for the construction industry in 2022
Making any sort of prediction in these uncertain times, is an activity fraught with risk. A prediction that may have appeared insightful at the outset of the year, may well be proven to be misguided ifRead More
The four C’s of post-pandemic construction: Complex Challenges, Culture and Climate
Like a double-edged sword, the construction industry’s ability to operate throughout Australia’s COVID-19 restrictions has presented its own unique challenges. As 2022 kicks off, the sector must continueRead More
Data, trust and digitalisation are key to construction comeback in 2022
Asset management capability, the key to long-term infrastructure success
Imagine if potholes never got filled, bridges weren’t maintained, streetlights weren’t fixed and there was no such thing as a sewage system. These are all assets, and thankfully there areRead More
How construction firms can automate and increase claims on site
Australian constructors are continuing to operate with thin margins fuelled by the constraints of the global pandemic, and despite an ongoing flood of investment to the sector. Many opportunities to improveRead More
Are digital solutions the answer to managing retention?
In the past year, several high-profile payment disputes in the construction industry have made headlines for all the wrong reasons. Regardless of where fault lies, what is clear is construction companiesRead More