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GBCA welcomes Victorian Government’s insulation initiative
The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) has welcomed the Victorian Government’s plan to include discounted ceiling insulation in the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program from ... -
Court victory confirms construction leave entitlements beyond the building sector
Millions of dollars in long-service leave entitlements and ongoing liabilities might be owed by major businesses outside of the building sector. This follows two court ... -
Improving fall safety in 2025: Case studies for innovation
While falls from height can happen in seconds, the consequences can last a lifetime. Falling several meters can easily lead to lifelong injuries or death. Trade ... -
Five must-know tax tips for tradies
The end of the financial year is fast approaching and for small trade and construction businesses including family-run operations, tax time can be a stressful period ... -
HIA: Support for tradies and apprentices critical to housing supply
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has welcomed the coalition’s budget reply proposal to provide $12,000 in financial support for small businesses and tradies taking on apprentices, ... -
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Innova innovating the fibre cement industry
Innova is slowly but surely making their mark as a fibre cement specialist. Casey McGuire looks at how Innova operate to become industry frontrunners Along the ... -
Standards Australia adopt over 35 respiratory standards
In a world-first, Standards Australia and Standards New Zealand has adopted an overhaul of respiratory standards from the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO), two of which ... -
GBCA launches guide to drive circular procurement
The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) has launched ‘A practical guide to circular procurement for new buildings and major refurbishments.’ The purpose is to provide ... -
Boral launches Australian first asphalt mix from heavy-duty tyres
Boral has launched an Australian first crumbed rubber asphalt mix from heavy-duty industrial vehicle tyres. This is set to replace common crumbed rubber from Off the ... -
Builder fined $65,000 for ignoring safety protocols on Elwood construction site
A builder from Willoworks Pty Ltd has been convicted and fined $65,000 in the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court after metal scaffolding was assembled within 10cm of a ...
