Author: San Williams
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Building approvals remain short despite hitting five-month high
A temporary pause in interest rate hikes has seen building approvals rise to a five-month high but remain at their lowest levels since 2013 by year-to-date ... -
Green Star required for government-buildings
Green Star and electrification requirements will now be required for government-owned buildings as part of the federal government’s Net Zero in Government Operations Strategy. The strategy ... -
Stronger powers proposed for the VBA to protect home builders
New laws have been introduced that will give the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) more powers to act if builders are found to have done the wrong ... -
Retention solutions needed for the future of Australian apprenticeships
The construction industry in Australia has always been a vital sector, contributing significantly to the country’s GDP and economic growth. Similarly, the Australian Apprenticeship System has ... -
Trade industry leaders weigh in on Closing Loopholes Bill
Trade industry leaders have weighed in on the Closing Loopholes Bill with support and criticism for the 2023 Fair Work Legislation Amendment. With reports that Australians ... -
Entries open for the 2024 Australian Small Business Champion Awards
Entries have officially opened to the 2024 Australian Small Business Champion Awards, the nation’s pinnacle recognition awards program that celebrates the achievements and considerable economic, social ... -
Latest changes made to WHS laws
The latest changes have been rolled out for the Work Health and Safety Amendment Act 2022. The bill, containing a suite of amendments to the Commonwealth ... -
Clarence Street undergoes revamp using recycled glass and reclaimed asphalt
Clarence Street has seen a revamp using recycled glass and reclaimed asphalt thanks to the City of Sydney’s road renewal program. Around 120,000 glass jars and ... -
RMIT to launch Trades Innovation Centre
RMIT will be launching its Trades Innovation Centre, a technology-backed facility that will support a training pipeline for northern corridor population growth and infrastructure investment. Located ... -
ACTU raises concerns over RBA cash rate rise
The RBA’s decision to raise the cash rate to 4.35% has been met with concerns by the Australia Council of Trade Unions (ACTU). With the rate ...
