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Bernie Banton Foundation to close as Karen Banton retires
Karen Banton, asbestos-related disease campaigner and widow of Bernie Banton, has announced that she is retiring from her role as chief executive of the Bernie Banton ... -
Blundstone celebrates 150 years
Australian footwear brand celebrates its 150th anniversary this year. Established in Tasmania in 1870, the family-owned company started with the idea of making fit-for-purpose footwear that ... -
Home building begins dip in September quarter
Housing Industry Australia has announced that the September quarter of 2019 signalled the start of a dip in the new home market. “While we saw confidence ... -
Key tradies in short supply this year
Despite a downturn in local residential building, Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) has identified that there will be a demand for additional electricians, plasterers and tilers across ... -
TAFE NSW students learn the importance of passive design in Canada
A group of TAFE NSW students have travelled to British Colombia as part of the Australian Government’s Endeavour Leadership Program (ELP) which aims to promote research ... -
Back to work: new year, new boots
While it may seem unnecessary to change boots that look like they’re still fine to wear, work boots don’t last forever. Boots that have been worn ... -
Countdown on to ARBS 2020
Over 250 exhibitors will take part in ARBS 2020, a conference aimed at HVAC&R and building service professionals. The event takes place in Melbourne Convention from ... -
TAFE NSW students build support for the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Foundation
TAFE NSW building design, carpentry, plumbing and electrical students will be using hands-on skills in The Provident Project Management – House that Youth Built project to ... -
Experts to discuss Sydney’s urban heat dilemma
A master class event on tackling Sydney’s urban heat dilemma will take place in 2020. The event, organised by Penrith City Council, aims to bring key ... -
Timber Offsite Construction: call for speakers
Expert speakers are invited to present at Australia’s only event that focuses on the design, manufacture and construction of offsite timber and mass wood buildings. The ...
