Author: Sean Carroll
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HIA: Support for trade training can make a real difference
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) says that increased support for training in the building and construction industry can make a real difference. It adds that funding ... -
Australian PCI: Construction sector shrinks for fourth month
The Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI) fell by 1.4 points to 46.5 in September, indicating a contraction in activity ... -
Defy the elements with the Trex RainEscape under-deck drainage system
Wooden decking is very popular across Australia but despite its prevalence, there are little-to-no effective draining solutions. The RainEscape from Trex aims to counter this issue, ... -
MBA: “Removing supply constraints is critical for affordable housing”
Removing supply constraints to make housing more affordable, a key recommendation of the Productivity Commission Report into the National Housing and Homelessness Agreement (NHHA), has been ... -
MBA predicts a bumpy ride for residential building
Master Builders Australia (MBA) has released an updated forecast of the residential building and civil construction industry, saying that there will be a bumpy ride ahead ... -
Pro-Vis AR App focuses on crystalline silica regulations with new safety guide
The new Pro-Visual AR Interactive – VIC Construction Site Safety Guide 2022/23, produced in tandem with the Civil Contractors Federation (CCF), has been released. The new ... -
SafeWork NSW targets Central Coast work sites
SafeWork NSW has cracked down on dangerous construction site work practices with a targeted operation on the Central Coast last week. The three-day operation focused on ... -
Exploring new ways to encourage more women in trades
The NSW Government is looking at new ways to encourage more women to consider getting into the trade and construction business. Deputy Secretary of Customer, Delivery ... -
Gyprock releases Enviro Paper Jointing Tape
Gyprock, an Australian plasterboard manufacturer, has released the Enviro Paper Jointing Tape. Manufactured in Australia from 100% recycled paper, Gyprock’s Enviro Paper Tape is a more ... -
Constrained land supply sees knock-down rebuild market grow
An unusually sharp rise in the price of residential land indicates the supply of land is not keeping up with new demand that has emerged during ...
