A new Industry Advisory Panel for the Future of Housing Construction Centre of Excellence has been established, bringing together leading voices from Australia’s construction industry and ensuring real-world industry needs are driving the Centre’s training, education and innovation agenda in modern methods of construction (MMC). Twelve industry experts, along with an industry Co-Chair, have been [...]
The Australian steel industry has sought emergency trade relief measures to address a surge in low-priced imported fabricated steelwork threatening the local industry. The Australian Steel Institute (ASI) on behalf of the industry has lodged a Safeguard application with the Federal Government requesting it apply temporary emergency provisions to protect the industry. This application presents [...]
The gently curved Grace Medical Centre, a wonderful feat of sensitive architectural design, sits on a hillside overlooking the Brindabella Ranges. The project was initiated by Dr John and Dr Mel Deery, a husband-and-wife team who wanted to build a medical facility that would grow with the Gungahlin community. Speaking about their motivation for [...]
MATES has unveiled a new range of branded hi-vis workwear designed to recognise and celebrate the vital role of trained volunteers who provide peer-based suicide prevention support across the construction, energy, mining and manufacturing industries. Developed in partnership with TRu Workwear (TruBrands/Private Brands), the new MATES Workwear Range represents more than just functional safety gear, [...]
To meet rising food demand in Sydney, Canberra, and regional NSW, Woolworths needed a vast new distribution centre. After selecting Eastern Creek in Western Sydney, plans began for the world-class Chilled and Fresh Distribution Centre, with Fielders Design Solutions Group joining to bring the ambitious project to life. The proposed state-of-the-art, 93,000m2 facility is set [...]
ADMARES, a global leader in industrialised home-manufacturing technology, recently announced the establishment of its Australian subsidiary, Admares Australia Pty Ltd, headquartered in Brisbane, Queensland. Damian White, previously Group CFO at ADMARES and a key contributor to the development of the company’s Smart Factory solution, has been appointed CEO of the new entity. This expansion marks [...]
Located in Mermaid Waters, Queensland, the Sunkids Childcare Centre exemplifies how innovative construction methods can enhance both design and delivery. Built by 9 Constructions and designed by Realspace Creative, the centre reflects Sunkids’ holistic educational philosophy, where the environment plays a vital role in early childhood development. Architect Hooman Jaffar envisioned a space fostering community [...]
Specialist infrastructure engineering software company Bentley Systems, Incorporated has unveiled new infrastructure AI capabilities at the company’s Year in Infrastructure conference in Amsterdam. Bentley also announced an Infrastructure AI co-innovation initiative, inviting engineering firms and asset owners to collaborate on the next generation of AI workflows. “AI is poised to transform infrastructure,” said Bentley CEO [...]
As part of the University of Tasmania’s Northern Transformation Program, The Shed at the Inveresk Precinct represents the next chapter in innovative educational spaces. The Shed is a state-of-the-art facility dedicated to health and science education, setting new standards in design, sustainability, and functionality. What makes The Shed remarkable isn’t just its scale. It’s how [...]
People in the bustling Sydney neighbourhood of Green Square now have more space to meet, perform and play – thanks to an innovative state first, which sees the City of Sydney and NSW Government share the ongoing operation of the integrated school and community spaces. New halls and a sports court on the ground floor [...]
