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AfPA supports reopening of construction, urges government to maintain support
The Australian flexible Pavement Association (AfPA) has welcomed the NSW Government’s move to reopen construction as scheduled, while noting that many projects will be impacted by ... -
Regulations renewed to manage COVID-19 risks
Critical regulations to ensure the efficient and effective management of COVID-19 risks in Victorian workplaces are being renewed. The remaking of the regulations for an additional ... -
KONE upgrades TAFE NSW lifts, elevators as part of asset renewal project
The KONE Corporation has partnered with TAFE NSW to undertake the largest lift upgrade modernisation project in Australia. Due to commence September 2021, it’s part of ... -
New design guide supports NSW building reforms
Consult Australia, Engineers Australia and the Australian Institute of Architects have joined forces to develop the guide for design practitioners and engineers to help their members ... -
Holcim unveils world’s first 3D concrete printed bridge
Holcim has unveiled Striatus, the world’s first 3D concrete printed bridge that is now open to the public in Venice, Italy. It was designed by Block ... -
Standards Australia provides temporary free access to mandatory construction course
The recent COVID restrictions have forced New South Wales and other states into lockdown again, and for the first time, have put the brakes on the ... -
380% price surge in timber as domestic suppliers contend with global demand
Global demand for critical building materials could bring Australia’s residential construction industry to its knees, according to data compiled by Grafa. Australian builders have been left ... -
NSW to shutdown construction industry due to COVID-19 outbreak
NSW premier Gladys Berejiklian has announced that all construction will be paused for two weeks, effective from today in a move to halt the spread of ... -
More education needed about the impact of sediment runoff
Work is needed to educate renovators and builders on the importance of erosion and sediment control to prevent runoff from building sites according to results from ... -
Pro-Visual Publishing releases new VIC Construction Guide
Pro-Visual Publishing and its partnering industry associations have launched an updated annual safety guide for the Victorian construction industry. This edition is aimed at increasing safety ...
