Heritage Trades
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How Tasmania became Australia’s heritage construction capital
Australia’s commercial construction sector is continually evolving, with today’s projects capitalising on new technologies that drive efficiencies, quality and innovative design. However, a subset of projects ... -
A piece of history from Cairns Wharf to find a new home
Historic rare timber from the world heritage-listed Wet Tropics of Queensland could find a new home with recycled timber specialists Kennedy’s Timber removing hundreds of metres ... -
Traditional trades still making an impact
Traditional trades still play an important role in Australia’s building industry despite a move towards mass production and the use of modern technology. However, a lack ... -
Apprentice shortage affecting traditional trades
Cuts to TAFE over the past five years have left Australia with a nation-wide apprentice shortage that is particularly affecting traditional trades, such as stonemasonry. Adelle ...
