Build Australia: A construction Magazine

24 Sep, 2026

Australian architects urge government to reform national AI policy

Australia's peak body for architecture has urged the federal government to prioritise public value and design quality over mere speed in its national AI policy. In a comprehensive submission to the Senate in... more

24 Sep, 2026

NSW to fund council planner training to speed up housing approvals

The New South Wales government will fully fund training for up to half of the state's council planners to accelerate housing development assessments and decisions. Developed jointly by the Department of Plan... more

22 Sep, 2026

New trade remedies watchdog to protect Australia’s industry competitiveness

The Australian federal government has passed legislation to strengthen the trade remedies system so it is easier to access and more effective. Under the new legislation, responsibility for safeguard inquirie... more

21 Sep, 2026

CIOB reveals finalists celebrating architecture and people

Stunning images capturing architecture, people and the relationship between buildings and their surroundings have been shortlisted for the Chartered Institute of Building's prestigious annual photography compet... more