Features
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A modular movement: Can prefab homes tackle the housing crisis?
As Australia’s housing crisis continues, modular and prefab construction is emerging as a potential solution. Daniel Williamson talks to industry professionals and academics to understand its ... -
Four major legal changes in the construction sector
As we move into 2025, a series of significant developments and reforms are unfolding in the construction industry. It is crucial for stakeholders in construction to ... -
Improving fall safety in 2025: Case studies for innovation
While falls from a height can happen in seconds, the consequences can last a lifetime. Falling several meters can easily lead to lifelong injuries or death. ... -
Building a safer tomorrow by reducing construction fatalities in 2025
Construction is an essential but dangerous industry. Fatal accidents are all too common, so building firms must take all necessary measures to ensure safer workflows. While ... -
Returning to work post illness or injury
It can be tempting to return to work as soon as possible after an illness or injury. Dr. Farhan Shahzad explains why it’s best to be ... -
Estimating how many hours the job will take: Why 83% get it wrong
Estimating is one of the hardest parts of any trade job. Daniel Fitzpatrick explores why and how tradies can start forecasting more accurately. How often have ... -
Top tax tips for the new year
With a new year comes fresh starts, which includes getting on top of your tax and super obligations. Here are some tips for tradies looking to ... -
Understanding heat vulnerability for cooler homes
With soaring temperatures and extended heatwaves becoming more common, traditional housing in Australia is struggling to keep residents cool. San Williams explores the challenges faced by ... -
Stressed up to my eyeballs
Running a business isn’t all about getting the job done on the tools. There’s a lot of stress that comes with the increased responsibility. Daniel Fitzpatrick ... -
Back in black: Independent tradies thrive amid economic unrest
Self-employed tradies are experiencing an extensive uptick despite other industries continuing to face hardships. San Williams unravels the difference between employment styles and why more should ...
