Recent reports of asbestos exposure at the nation’s national broadcasting network, the ABC, have highlighted the real and ongoing danger presented by asbestos in Australia, and how it can affect workers in all industries. Slater and Gordon Practice Leader in Asbestos and Dust Diseases, Emily Archer, said that asbestos is too often brushed off as [...]
The Blacktown Exercise and Sports Technology Hub (BEST) in Rooty Hill is a $100M world-class facility, setting new benchmarks in sports performance and community health. With a striking contemporary design, inspired by global cultures, the project posed unique engineering challenges—brilliantly solved with Fielders SlimDek 210®. Fielders’ in-house engineering team, led by National Engineering Manager Marko [...]
Exergio, a company specializing in AI-driven energy management tools for commercial buildings, is bringing humanoid robots into the field. In March, it began training its first humanoid robot, powered by NVIDIA’s GR00T system, to improve management, detect faults, and enhance real-time system monitoring in commercial buildings. Investment in humanoid robotics is growing–global humanoid market was [...]
The Shed is the concluding phase of UTAS’s $304 million relocation to the Inveresk Precinct, designed to enhance accessibility, openness, and community engagement. As a state-of-the-art facility, it supports interdisciplinary health and science education, providing modern spaces for 160 staff and 1,500 students. The elongated twin-shed design, inspired by Launceston’s historic railway sheds, integrates a [...]
A multi-storey, liveable home in suburbia printed with AI powered 3D construction technology will be the first of its kind in the southern hemisphere, with every aspect of the project home-grown in Sydney and Melbourne. In Melbourne’s outer suburbs, a giant robotic crane 3D printer towers over a concrete house being built. The robotic crane [...]
As we step into 2025, the engineering profession is poised for transformation. Renowned futurist Bernard Marr’s trend forecast highlights global changes and points to the critical role engineers will play in shaping the future. From advanced digital tools to decarbonisation initiatives, these trends are set to redefine how engineers work, think, and innovate: The digital [...]
Globally-renowned digital solutions company, ARKANCE, has announced their renewed partnership with not-for-profit organisation, World Green Building Council - marking a major step towards transforming sustainability in Australia’s built environment. As the world-leading technology partner to some of the largest players in the AEC industry, the continued partnership will reshape the Australian market with a [...]
The Victorian Government’s Level Crossing Removal Project is the most extensive infrastructure program of its kind, ever undertaken in the state’s history. Its clear objective is to improve road and rail safety while reducing congestion. To date, 84 dangerous level crossings have been removed and 48 new commuter stations built or refurbished. As part [...]
Released on 23 December, Infrastructure Australia’s 2024 Infrastructure Market Capacity Report signals a major transformation in the nation’s construction landscape. For engineers, these changes present both challenges and opportunities that demand innovation, adaptability, and collaboration. One of the most notable trends is the shift in public infrastructure investment towards Northern Australia. Queensland and the Northern [...]
Recent data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) looks to be positive news for Australia’s new home construction sector in 2025 according to Housing Industry Association (HIA) economists. “Building approvals data reveals the ongoing strengthening in the new home building market and continue to point to a moderate-pace recovery in 2025,” stated HIA Senior [...]
