Construction
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Navigating the Ever-Evolving Terrain of Construction Technology
Amelia Atkins | March 21, 2023Innovation is the cornerstone of progress, driving forward the realms of human endeavor in once unimaginable ways. Nowhere is this dynamic more evident than in the realm of construction, where technological advancements are continuously reshaping the landscape of building practices. As we stand on the precipice of a new era, characterized by rapid technological growth […]
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Trends in the Construction Industry to Watch Out For in 2022
Amelia Atkins | December 2, 2021From worldwide health crises to economic uncertainties, the last few years have had a significant impact on most industries, including construction. However, the sector is slowly overcoming the novel challenges, and deciding to leverage technology in an effort to make site management and operations more efficient than ever before. As a result, new trends and […]
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The Construction Industry: Advice for Improving Operational Efficiency
Carolin Petterson | November 29, 2021Operational efficiency represents a business’s ability to deliver its services or products in a timely and cost-effective manner, all while maintaining high standards of quality. Although a challenging task, this is often achieved across industries by developing detailed plans, managing projects more effectively, minimizing resource wastage, and similar strategies. But when it comes to construction, […]
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Construction reopening on 11 August with vaccination terms: CFMEU NSW
First 5000 | August 9, 2021All construction will recommence at 50 per cent of peak onsite capacity from Wednesday 11 August. Under the government’s plan, construction workers from locked-down LGAs and suburbs will be required to have received at least one vaccination as a condition of their return to work.
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CFMEU and MBA join forces to battle impact of coronavirus
First 5000 | March 23, 2020The MBA and the CFMEU National Construction Division are joining forces to ensure the construction industry remains a backbone of the Australian economy and able to sustain the millions of people dependent upon it throughout the coronavirus crisis.
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Engineering construction at 12-year low as action on infrastructure needed
First 5000 | February 27, 2020ABS data indicates that the volume of engineering construction work done during 2019 dropped by 11.8 per cent compared with the previous year to record its lowest calendar year total since 2007.
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Mentoring to boost women in building, construction
First 5000 | September 23, 2019A national mentoring program for women will boost the numbers of women working in the building and construction industry.
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Commercial construction facing mixed outlook
First 5000 | August 22, 2019Forecasts released by Master Builders Australia suggest that the next few years will be a bit softer on the commercial building front.
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4 exciting trends in the Australian construction industry
Carolin Petterson | June 25, 2019The construction industry is embracing change and innovation is at the forefront of the industry. Carolin Patterson explores trends emerging in 2019.
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New funding to support more women in construction
First 5000 | March 9, 2019More building and construction industry career opportunities for women will result from the Minister for Women’s announcement of $675,000 for the Women Building Australia program, according to Master Builders Australia.
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Recognising business success, best practice in building and construction
First 5000 | February 10, 2019Master Builders Australia has announced the establishment of new national excellence awards to celebrate and encourage business success and best practice.
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ABCC crucial to maintaining the law, protecting workers and small businesses
First 5000 | January 11, 2019Workers and the businesses that employ them have every right to be seriously concerned at reported plans by Federal Labor to abolish the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) and put the burden of dealing with complaints on the Fair Work Ombudsman.
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Australia sees continued strength in construction applications
First 5000 | December 17, 2018Some 2,210 new projects entered Australia’s construction work pipeline in November 2018, with their combined worth of $25 billion nearly double the 3 year median value.
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Prompter payments for subbies
First 5000 | November 12, 2018Building contractors and sub-contractors in NSW will now enjoy more financial security and prompter payments for their work, under reforms introduced to Parliament.
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Precycling in the construction industry saves money and resources
Benito Carbone | October 27, 2018A South Australian company is trailblazing a path to bring the environmental and financial benefits of the “circular economy” to home construction sites.