Welcome to Build Australia

03 Jul, 2026

Construction salary growth fails to meet worker expectations

Average salary increases across Australia and New Zealand's construction workforce sit at around 3.8 per cent for FY26/27, but the headline figure masks a more uneven picture beneath the surface, according to t... more
02 Jul, 2026

WA seeks interest in reviving the historic Sunset Heritage Precinct

The Western Australian government is seeking proposals to breathe new life into one of Perth’s most significant state heritage-listed landmarks, opening an Expression of Interest (EOI) process for the Sunset ... more
29 Jun, 2026

NSW invests $3.46B to rebuild TAFE and skills training

The New South Wales government is investing AU$3.46 billion in skills, training, and TAFE NSW as part of the 2026-27 state budget. The multi-billion-dollar funding package is designed to lower training costs... more
29 Jun, 2026

Supply chain disruption pushes building costs higher in 2026

Commercial real estate fund manager MaxCap has released new research examining how global supply chain disruptions are affecting Australia's construction sector, and what this means for private credit investors... more

Construction salary growth fails to meet worker expectations

03 Jul, 2026
WA seeks interest in reviving the historic Sunset Heritage Precinct

02 Jul, 2026
NSW invests $3.46B to rebuild TAFE and skills training

29 Jun, 2026
Supply chain disruption pushes building costs higher in 2026

29 Jun, 2026

Queensland invests billions to tackle housing crisis

DevCore fast-tracks housing construction in Queensland

WA opens $10M program to expand construction training

Construction safety is digitising. The next challenge? Better data-backed decisions

Industry warns Queensland’s building boom at risk without supply certainty

Projects

Construction begins on Melrose Park affordable housing project

03 Jul, 2026

Sydney developer PAYCE has officially begun construction on the Melrose Park Gateway Project, one of the largest affordable housing developments undertaken in New South Wales. The project, delivered in partnership with construction firm DASCO, will bring 197 affordable housing apartments and 154 co-living units to the fast-growing Melrose Park precinct, accommodating an estimated 700 residents ... more

New Spring Farm Village opens in Kingston Hobart

03 Jul, 2026

Multiplex unveils state-of-the-art $855m John Hunter Health Precinct

03 Jul, 2026

BHP to invest $45M to boost housing supply in the Pilbara

01 Jul, 2026

During the planning stage, construction professionals often discuss affordability and sustainability. Unfortunately, the terms “cheap” and “sustainable” are often pitted against each other. However, sustainability in construction can go hand in hand with affordability due to its cost-effectiveness throughout the project life cycle. The true economics of green building There is a comm... more

Negative Gearing Reforms Tipped to Shake Up Sydney Apartment Supply

25 Jun, 2026

How GIS technology is revolutionising construction project tracking

16 Jun, 2026

Water defects drive 92% of building claims as regional housing ramps up

11 Jun, 2026

Events

Mixed-Use Precinct & Placemaking Summit

28 August 2024

The Mixed-Use Precinct & Placemaking Summit, taking place on August 28th in Sydney, will bring together developers, landlords, investors, city government officials, urban planners, and the AEC sector to discuss successful mixed-use precinct models and placemaking strategies. From public-private partnerships to regenerative design and social housing, mixed-use developments are reshaping our... more

World Utilities Congress

25 May 2026-27 May 2026