Author: Sean Carroll
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Young Multiplex workers inspiring women into construction
The National Association for Women in Construction (NAWIC), in partnership with the Queensland University of Technology (QUT), will host an inspirational session during National Science Week ... -
Updated safety guide for the Victorian construction industry
There have been 15 worker deaths in the construction industry as of 2 July 2020 according to Safe Work Australia’s preliminary worker deaths year-to-date. Working with ... -
Wellbeing and nature: commercial buildings look to bring the outside in
Research has found that the built environment has a significant effect on overall wellbeing as the industry has seen a steady increase in the use of ... -
New research triggers crane compliance blitz
Crane operators are being put on notice with SafeWork inspectors conducting a compliance blitz across NSW next month. Minister for better regulation and innovation Kevin Anderson ... -
Green star building accreditation awarded for sustainability
The GBCA held its first course on Green Star ratings for contractors. Sean Carroll spoke with one of the trainers to understand what they were doing ... -
Fire-proof building wrap sparks growth for Australian firm
The launch of a fire-proof and waterproof building wrap designed for high-rise buildings and homes in bushfire zones is set to drive growth for South Australian ... -
Multiplex site shuts down after confirmed COVID-19 cases
The Multiplex Premier Apartments site in Melbourne has been shut down after 12 confirmed COVID-19 cases and up to 20 close or casual contact workers were ... -
Tradies National Health Month
Trade work across the construction and home building sectors has been relatively unscathed by the COVID-19 downturn compared to many other sectors. To mark the start ... -
Optus and Venture Insights Connectivity Report 2020: Lack of tech expertise holding back SMBs
The Optus and Venture Insights Connectivity Report 2020, which surveyed 600 small and medium-sized businesses Australia-wide, has revealed that over 40% believe adopting smart technology to ... -
Steel Blue’s Australian operations are now carbon neutral
Steel Blue, safety footwear manufacturer, has announced that its Australian operations are now carbon neutral. It aims to progress towards a sustainable future by focusing on ...
