Author: Sean Carroll
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Builders call for building and construction stimulus to rebuild Australia
Master Builders Australia has released its pre-budget submission including a plan for rebuilding Australia with a program of fiscal and policy measures to boost economic growth. ... -
Introducing the 2020-21 Navman GPS range
Automotive GPS designers, Navman has released its lineup of sat-navs for 2020-21 which aims to get drivers where they’re going without hassle. First on the range ... -
Eaton launches line of wireless mobile control solutions for heavy machinery and field operations
Power management company Eaton has announced its new range of Eaton OMNEX Trusted Wireless mobile control solutions for heavy machinery and field operations. These 900MHz two-way ... -
Medium density development dominates in QLD
COVID-19 is sparking a boom in medium density housing construction with Queensland’s largest steel framing company. Australian Framing Solutions (AFS) has reported a 20% lift in ... -
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 ...
