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VBA: Proactive inspections helping to drive change
The Victorian Building Authority’s (VBA) Proactive Inspection Program (PIP) is aiming to make a difference, with building and plumbing practitioners working cooperatively with the VBA. More ... -
CBA: Aussies boost investment in equipment and machinery
Data from the Commonwealth Bank shows that financing for equipment and machinery was up 21% in May compared to the same time the year prior. CBA ... -
Coates Hire relaunches as Coates
The company formerly known as Coates Hire has launched its new brand, Coates during the State of Origin Game 1. The relaunch comes as part of ... -
MATES in Construction: Saving the lives of Aussie construction workers
MATES in Construction is investing in research for mental health in construction workers to help enhance opportunities for early intervention for workers who are dealing with ... -
Foamex is recycling polystyrene and closing the loop
Building product supplier Foamex has upgraded its Bayswater North plant with a recycling machine that allows it to recycle polystyrene more efficiently from its building customers, ... -
Probuild, CFMEU implement COVID-19 diagnosis plan
Following a Melbourne construction worker’s positive COVID-19 test, the CFMEU and construction company Probuild worked together to immediately implement all safety procedures to mitigate further cases. ... -
Monash-developed technology improves site safety, quality and productivity
Researchers at Monash University, Victoria have filed a patent for new technology that can generate thousands of images of construction machinery, train deep neural networks and ... -
Australian PCI: Strong construction activity in May
The Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI) fell by 0.8 points to 58.3 in May, largely maintaining the strong pace ... -
Timber Offsite Construction going ahead in November
Frame Australia has announced that Timber Offsite Construction (TOC) has been rescheduled to 16-17 November 2021. TOC event founder Kevin Ezard believes November will be a ... -
Pro-Visual Publishing launch annual site safety guide
Pro-Visual Publishing and its partnering industry associations have launched its free annual site safety guide for the NSW construction industry, aimed at increasing safety awareness and ...
