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Monash University: Lessons to learn from Florida building collapse
Following the Florida building collapse and the ongoing investigation into its cause, a Monash University fellow looks at how it happened and how US and Australian ... -
Australian PCI: Construction expansion hit with high prices and capacity squeeze
The Australian Industry Group/Housing Industry Association Australian Performance of Construction Index (Australian PCI) has fallen a further 2.8 points to 55.5 in June 2021. It’s trending ... -
CCF Vic: Building capability in construction
The construction industry could be facing a “perfect storm” of mental health issues according to Civil Contractors Federation (CCF) Victoria chief executive John Kilgour. CCF Vic ... -
Finalists announced for 35th Dulux Colour Awards
Dulux has announced the 105 finalists for its annual Dulux Colour Awards from a pool of 437 entries. The Awards aim to show off the projects ... -
EOFY 2021: What’s changed and what’s new?
Submitting your EOFY tax return isn’t a simple task for many taxpayers and business owners – following another unusual year with additional allowances and tax subsidies, ... -
Safe work at heights must start at the top
Safe Work Australia reports that there have been 122 workplace fatalities as a result of workers falling from heights, with most occurring from roofs and ladders ... -
Consultation on NCC 2022 public comment draft is closing soon
Don’t miss your opportunity to have your say on the next edition of the NCC with consultation of stage one of the NCC 2022 public comment ... -
VCA calls for reassessment of uPVC window frames in NCC 2022
The Vinyl Council of Australia (VCA) is pressing the Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) to exempt uPVC window frames and sashes from non-combustibility requirements in the ... -
Master Builders Australia supports extension of housing programs
Master Builders Australia has supported the recent federal government expansion of housing programs that aim to provide first homes and strengthen economic recovery. “The release of ... -
Building regulator releases plans for pool safety improvements
Building and Energy has released 16 ways that the WA state government has improve regulatory requirements for private swimming pools and their safety barriers. The planned ...
