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UniSA creates SiteSeer program for construction and architecture students
UniSA students can safely and freely navigate building sites and connect theory to practices using the SiteSeer program. Students experience a realistic digital environment of construction ... -
Standards Australia release new guidelines for giant slides
Standards Australia has released the SA HB 244:2025, Supplementary guide to AS 4685.3:2021 – Giant Tube slides to help councils, builders and parents keep kids safe. ... -
Australian first study highlights rapid rise of silicosis in artificial stone work
An Australian first Monash study shows the rapid rise of silicosis linked to artificial stonework. Australia is the first country to ban artificial stone in January ... -
BizCover research: Post-construction services thrive
A report conducted by BizCover has revealed the fastest-growing small business sectors in Australia. The report collates all new small business insurance policy leads from 2023 ... -
Why the trades are feeling the pinch — Unpacking the skilled labour shortage
Australia’s trade industries are at the heart of its economy, shaping the foundations of communities and powering progress across the nation. Yet, these industries are under ... -
Albanese Government addresses ongoing tradie shortage
The Albanese Government has addressed the ongoing tradie shortage to overcome Australia’s housing crisis. From 1 July 2025, eligible apprentices in the residential construction sector will ... -
SafeWork NSW investigating Burwood partial building collapse
SafeWork NSW was notified of a section of a multi-storey commercial property collapsing at 52 – 56 Railway Parade during a demolition process at around midday ... -
New home construction rates show positive signs, still require vast increase
Australia started construction on 43,247 new homes during the first three months of the National Housing Accord according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. These figures ... -
UniSA trail aims to resurrect Australia’s crumbling infrastructure
The University of South Australia (UniSA) is set to trial a piece of equipment to resurrect the country’s impending infrastructure. UniSA structural engineer Professor Yan Zhuge ... -
Critical skill shortage in Australia impacting housing goals
A critical skill shortage in the Australian building and construction industry is hurting the Federal Government’s target of 1.2 million new homes in the next five ...
