Build Australia: A construction Magazine

22 May, 2026

Industry bodies criticise Federal Budget for snubbing skilled migrants

The Australian federal budget’s changes to the migrant intake have drawn sharp criticism from the construction sector, with industry leaders warning the measures fall short of addressing severe worker shortag... more

22 May, 2026

New report finds office development will decline as margins tighten

Australia’s new office development pipeline is expected to decline further from its multi-decade lows as elevated construction costs and tighter feasibility conditions halt new builds, according to new resear... more

22 May, 2026

City of Sydney unveils $1B budget for infrastructure and services

The City of Sydney will invest more than AU$1 billion investment in infrastructure, services, and city-shaping projects over the next 12 months to support its 242,000 residents. The 2026/27 budget allocates ... more

22 May, 2026

South Australia revives medium‑density housing to boost supply and affordability

The South Australian government is set to bring back ‘missing middle’ housing, aimed at plugging the gap between traditional detached suburban homes and high-rise apartment blocks. The initiative reintro... more