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New home construction rates show positive signs, still require vast increase
Australia started construction on 43,247 new homes during the first three months of the National Housing Accord according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics. These figures ... -
MPA NSW calls for action on trade school funding
The Master Plumbers Association (MPA) of NSW has called on the Federal and State Governments to address the critical shortage of skilled tradespeople in Australia. The ... -
Critical skill shortage in Australia impacting housing goals
A critical skill shortage in the Australian building and construction industry is hurting the Federal Government’s target of 1.2 million new homes in the next five ... -
University of South Australia develop automated tool to predict construction site hazards
The research team from the University of South Australia has constructed a “knowledge graph” that predicts construction site hazards. Construction sites account for approximately 20% of ... -
IAPMO Oceania laboratory to rollout renewables
IAPMO celebrated its first day of construction at its Narre Warren-based energy efficient and appliance safety laboratory. The laboratory is funded by the Victorian Government’s Industry ... -
Galvin Engineering distributing Ifo and Kolo products in Australia
As of July 2024, Galvin Engineering is distributing Ifo and Kolo products in Australia, giving plumbing professionals access to high-quality European products. Galvin Engineering chief executive ... -
Australia’s first Hydrovar X commissioned in Victoria
Brown Brothers Engineers Australia has announced the commissioning of Australia’s first Hydrovar X. The pump control system was launched in July 2024 and installed in a ... -
ARC addresses misconceptions in the refrigeration and air conditioning industry
Recent reports have indicated a shortage of qualified refrigeration and air conditioning (RAC) technicians across Australia. Latest data from the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) has revealed ... -
Gold Coast construction company: Infrastructure projects to help underpin 2025 growth
Gold Coast-based construction company Red Dog Group says numerous infrastructure jobs are currently underway to help underpin economic growth into 2025. Red Dog Group managing director ... -
Ai Group: Victoria’s gas strategy needs responsible and pragmatic changes
The Victorian Government’s latest set of policies to address the state’s high gas prices and declining supply need significant changes according to Ai Group Victorian head ...
