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EWPA welcomes release of latest Standard
The Elevating Work Platform Association (EWPA) has welcomed the updated version of the Australian Standard for elevated work platform (EWP) manufacturers and operators. Standards Australia ... -
PIP acquires Honeywell’s PPE business
Protective Industrial Products (PIP), an Australian-based leader in personal protective equipment, has completed its acquisition of Honeywell’s personal protective equipment (PPE) business. The acquisition brings a ... -
ARC reports record growth in RAC licences
The ARCTick licence scheme is at record levels with major increases in consecutive years. This reflects the sector’s expanding workforce and increasing industry profile. In the ... -
Home building to rebound with interest rate cuts
The number of homes starting construction in Australia is expected to increase over the next few years. It’s driven by population growth, low unemployment and falling ... -
NSW Government introduces digital applications for high-risk work license holders
The NSW Government is making is an easier process for construction workers, manufacturers and factory operators to apply for a High-Risk Work License. Customers can apply ... -
TAFE NSW and its role in helping Australians change careers
A survey by Indeed predicted 5.5 million people in Australia were considering a job change in 2025. That’s more than one third of Australia’s workforce. According ... -
ARC building consumer awareness through licence scheme
The Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC), through its ARCTick licence scheme, is strengthening consumer awareness of the significance of using licensed professionals. The 2024-25 campaign showed website ... -
Industry bodies speak on impact of Albanese’s re-election on new housing projects
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) and Australian Constructors Association (ACA) has called upon the newly elected Federal Government to make housing a first-order priority from day ... -
Next Cycle launches in Australia
Next Cycle, a heating, cooling, hot and chilled water supplier, has officially launched in Australia. Partnering at launch with leading Italian brand Maxa, Next Cycle has ... -
Labor promises to fast-track formal qualifications of skilled tradies
The Australian Labor Party has promised, if re-elected, to fast-track the formal qualifications of skilled tradies in a $78 million pledge that aims to boost new ...