A $3000 tool grant for apprentices is up for grabs and all you have to do is share your best apprenticeship story in 100 words or less. The free competition closes end of November.
CCAA has released its Australian Concrete Rating System – Interpretation and Application Guide which includes practical guidance and case studies to support consistent use of Australia’s concrete carbon rating system across construction and infrastructure projects.
Custom precast concrete road pits are playing a critical role in stormwater infrastructure for projects seeking solutions that require structural integrity, fast delivery, long-term durability and compliance, according to Australian manufacturer Civilcast.
The Australian Constructors Association’s long-serving female Board directors have been recognised in the 2026 Top 100 Women in Construction list.
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Work is underway on the $249.7 million redevelopment of the Australian Institute of Sport. Demolition is 50% complete and the project will include a new indoor sport dome, the first of its kind in the Southern Hemisphere. Richard Crookes Construction will deliver the main works.
The City of Gold Coast is seeking Expressions of Interest from experienced developers to deliver a landmark community and lifestyle precinct in Nerang, in the region’s hinterland.
The Queensland Government has appointed CPB Contractors to deliver the Townsville Correctional Centre Capacity Uplift project which will provide 400 new beds in 200 additional cells, as well as security enhancements.
Multiplex has been appointed as the early contractor involvement building partner for the new $2 billion Bankstown Hospital project in Western Sydney and will work with the project team, designers, hospital clinicians and staff to finalise the design ahead of main works construction.
A consortium comprising Gamuda Engineering and MTR Corporation has been awarded an $880 million contract to design and construct the new Parramatta Metro Station, surrounding precinct, and integrated developments above and adjacent, as part of Sydney Metro West.
Image: Concrete road pits play a critical role in stormwater infrastructure. Credit: Civilcast.
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