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  • Redesigning Australia’s housing crisis: How to deliver more homes with more social value over the next five years

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    How to deliver more homes with more social value over the next five years

    For generations, the Australian Dream has been to own your own property. However, according to recent data, Australia’s housing shortfall is expected to be at least 175,000 homes by 2027. In late 2023, ... more

  • Designing for Community: The Future of Build-to-Rent

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    Designing for community: The future of Build-to-Rent

    As the housing crisis in Australia continues to intensify, the build-to-rent (BTR) sector has been identified as a housing option that may relieve the rental market. With BTR set to become the most significant ... more

  • Shortlist announced for 2024 Victorian Architecture Awards

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    Shortlist announced for 2024 Victorian Architecture Awards

    The Australian Institute of Architects has unveiled the shortlist for the 2024 Victorian Architecture Awards, showcasing the best architectural projects in the state. With a record number of entries from all... more

  • Clean up completed at Minihans Reserve following asbestos discovery

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    Clean up completed at Minihans Reserve following asbestos discovery

    The City of Casey has completed clean-up works at Minihans Reserve — in Melbourne, Victoria — after a small sample from a mulched garden bed tested positive for asbestos. A clearance certificate has been... more

  • How to deliver more homes with more social value over the next five years
    26 Apr, 2024
  • Designing for community: The future of Build-to-Rent
    24 Apr, 2024
  • Shortlist announced for 2024 Victorian Architecture Awards
    22 Apr, 2024
  • Clean up completed at Minihans Reserve following asbestos discovery
    22 Apr, 2024
WA govt invests $21.5 million to expand GTO apprentice program

WA govt invests $21.5 million to expand GTO apprentice program

The WA government is investing an additional $21.5 million to expand the Group Training Organisation (GTO) Wage Subsidy Program — immediately creating 150 new apprentice positions for the building and construction industry. The program — a joint effort of the Department of Training and Workforce Development and the Construction Training Fund — helps address skilled labour shortages in the sector. The initiative aims to accelerate home construction by providing up to $135,000 for a four-year apprenticeship, covering the average award wage for full-time apprentices in the building and construction in... more
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What can your construction business do if facing labour shortages?

The construction industry currently faces a significant challenge of acquiring skilled labour, impacting small local contractors and large multinational firms. Addressing labour shortages is crucial for ensuring business continuity and promoting growth. By tackling this problem head-on, construction businesses can secure their future, expand their operations and contribute to the economy. It also builds a resilient and adaptable workforce capable of meeting tomorrow’s challenges. Understanding the causes The primary reasons behind labour shortages in construction include: Aging workforce: Many sk... more
Cracking the Code on Talent: Strategies for today's job market

Cracking the code on talent: strategies for today’s job market

In today’s fiercely competitive job market, the demand for top talent across various industries poses a significant challenge.  Many sectors like mining, construction and IT, are subject to an ageing workforce and there is an urgent need for more young talent to fill these vacant positions. Professions that need specific skill sets, such as software development and engineering, are difficult to occupy, particularly among recent university graduates. Despite the ongoing global demand for minerals, unfavourable perceptions of related industries have dampened enthusiasm for pursuing careers in this field. Fur... more
Australia's low carbon future relies on lowering embodied carbon

Sustainable construction expert urges industry to cut carbon emissions

Australia's construction industry, a significant contributor to the country's carbon emissions, is facing pressure to reduce its environmental impact. Dr Ali Kashani, a sustainable construction expert from UNSW, highlights the importance of addressing materials' embodied carbon in construction to advance Australia's low-carbon future. Embodied carbon refers to the carbon dioxide emissions released during the manufacturing and transportation of construction materials. While efforts have been made to reduce emissions from operational activities like heating and cooling buildings, the focus on embodied car... more
Dulux Colour Awards unveil 2024 finalists

Dulux Colour Awards unveil 2024 finalists

The finalists for the 38th annual Dulux Colour Awards have been announced by this year's esteemed judging panel. A stunning 83 projects have been chosen from a record 527 entries, as judged by five design industry professionals from Australia and New Zealand. The awards attract an array of extraordinary projects, spanning various categories such as Commercial Interior - Public and Hospitality; Commercial Interior - Workplace and Retail; Commercial & Multi-Residential Exterior; Residential Interior; Single Residential Exterior; and, Student work for both Australia and New Zealand, with the coveted Australi... more
CAA celebrates innovation and collaboration

Consult Australia Awards celebrate innovation and collaboration

The Consult Australia Awards (CAA), held at the ICC Sydney on 14 March 2024, recognised businesses addressing Australia’s complex design and engineering challenges and leaders driving innovation in digital transformation, sustainability, and diversity. The event honoured consulting firms operating in Australia’s built and natural environment sectors, presenting 14 awards for projects and programs in 2023. Consult Australia CEO Jonathan Cartledge said: “Australia has close to 60,000 businesses providing highly technical and specialised engineering, design, and advisory services. Without these business... more
Finalists announced for 2024 Australian Construction Achievement Award

Finalists announced for 2024 Australian Construction Achievement Award

The Australian Constructors Association and Engineers Australia have announced the four finalists for the 2024 Australian Construction Achievement Award (ACAA). The finalists include projects ranging from roads to rail, water infrastructure to airports, showcasing excellence and commitment to sustainability in the construction industry. The finalists are: Cairns Southern Access Corridor Stage 3: Edmonton to Gordonvale Project (E2G) in Cairns, Queensland - By John Holland Group, Seymour Whyte, and AECOM. Central Station Metro Sydney, New South Wales - By Laing O'Rourke. Rookwood Weir Project Goga... more