Optimistic Times Ahead for Maintenance Spending

As construction activity in some sectors slows down, opportunities for contractors lie ahead within maintenance work, as spending is set for growth in the next few years.

Construction: What’s in Demand?

Good news for those in building and construction: thanks to the apartment building boom, professionals and tradespeople are highly in demand.

Australia’s Home Renovations Market: the Winter 2016 Renovations Roundup Report – Insights and Analysis

As the market regains its strength, we take a look at what is forecast for the industry’s future.

Australian Home Builders Enjoy Huge Profits from Construction Boom

Australian home builders are enjoying the residential construction boom, with the nation’s top 100 builders showing a 6.7 per cent increase in revenue this year, making almost $18 billion.

Safe Work Month

Each year, in October, Australia focuses on work safety. Safe Work Australia’s CEO shares the details of this year’s activities.

The Practical Impact of Academic Research in the Construction Industry

As the government implements new measures to determine tertiary education funding, we discuss how academia and the construction industry can collaborate and benefit from these changes.

Construction: Changes on the horizon

Parliament is processing consumer protection amendments to the domestic building law landscape.

Australia’s Booming Construction Markets

86 housing construction market hot spots revealed in new report. 18 of them in Queensland, followed by New South Wales, Victoria and Western Australia. Read on for details and top 20 list.

Metronet and Perth Freight Link

Western Australia's transport infrastructure plans hinge on the 2016 federal election outcome. Read both sides of the discourse.

A Job Deluge Spurs Demand for Australian Construction Professionals

Which Australian construction professionals can expect soaring job prospects this year?

The Australian Construction Sector Is Gearing Up For 2016 Boom Times

The Australian construction sector is gearing up for an exceptional 2016, with rail, road and apartment projects leading the recovery.

Australian Construction Leaders Advise on Boosting Productivity & Efficiency Within The Industry

Australia’s construction leaders have come together to share ideas and discuss ways in which to improve productivity and efficiency within our construction industry.

What’s Happening in NSW Construction Sector

Get yourself up to date with what’s going on in NSW’s construction sector and find out why it’s doing better than other parts of the country.

Caloundra South Project Underway & Expected to Create 20,000 Jobs

The Caloundra South master community in southeast Queensland is finally under construction and set to create up to 20,000 jobs for the region.

NBN Roll-Out Time-Table Finally Announced

The NBN has finally revealed its network construction time-table. Find out when construction is set to begin in inner-city Sydney & Melbourne.

Gold Coast’s Light Rail Network Is A Step Closer to Fruition

The Gold Coast Light Rail Network Stage 2 is finally moving closer to construction thanks to recent government announcements.

Sydney’s Construction Projects – What Happening around the City

Check out Sydney’s 10 major construction projects, both planned and underway.

New Building Materials Bulletin Invaluable for Building Materials Industry

The latest Building Materials Bulletin from Australian Construction Insights is a must-read for those engaged in the manufacture, distribution, marketing & sale of Australian building materials.

Government Building Code Changes – All You Need to Know

A massive change to the Building Code has been ushered in by the government affecting workers employed on most government funded projects. Find out what it is and whether it affects you.

Hotel Construction Boom on the Way for Australia

If recently released data and predictions from Deloitte Access Economics pan out, Australia may be on the horizon of an accommodation construction boom.

3 Australian States Outdo the Rest When it comes to Construction Activity

Find out which 3 states are enjoying the highest levels of construction activity across Australia!

3 Recommendations to Optimise Australian Construction Productivity

The Australian Construction Forum has 3 Recommendations to improve construction productivity and minimise wasted construction efforts to potentially blow-out building output by more than $10 billion annually.

Women Under-Represented in Construction At Home & Abroad

Women are under-represented within construction industries world-wide. Wondering why? Take a look at the latest statistics and research findings right here.

Long Lasting, More Sustainable Concrete Could be on the Way for Australia

Proposed changes to concrete durability criteria could set Australia up as a leader in the development of more sustainable and long lasting concrete and other construction materials.

Australia’s New Construction System is laying the Foundations for Next-Gen Building

Permanent formwork systems are on the rise within the Australian construction sector, replacing traditional temporary formworks.

Wooden Opportunities Arising in Australian Construction

Timber as a building material is showing great potential in modern construction and is growing in popularity, gaining traction on conventional concrete and steel.

Why the Slow Uptake in Australian Prefab - The Experts Rundown

Prefab is taking off around the world, but Australia is lagging behind. Let’s take a look at why it’s vital we catch up to the rest of the world when it comes to new building technologies and methods.

What’s happening with Australian Green City Future Planning?

Efforts to set up Australian cities for future population and living demands are under way within several of our major cities.

China’s Green Building Explosion Signal Huge Export Opportunities for Australia

China’s Green Building boom, offers opportunities for Australian efficiency and sustainability companies if they jump on board.

Australian Construction Costs Drop, Peaking Investment Interest

Overseas investment in the Australian Construction market is expected to rise as the sector chips away at building costs.

Sydney’s Light Rail Network to Begin Construction

Sydney’s Light Rail System will enter the construction phase in October of this year. Here’s what you need to know.

SkyTower Construction in Brisbane CBD to Begin in Weeks

Brisbane’s luxury apartment living, SkyTower project will enter construction in a few weeks and is set to bring in jobs for Queenslanders.

Health & Safety should take Priority in the Australian Construction Industry

SafeWork Australia points to alarmingly high numbers of construction workplace injuries and deaths, while RMIT Melbourne University looks into improving safety on the work-site.

Good Year Ahead For The Building Sector

The latest nation-wide Master Builders survey points to a good year ahead for the building sector, with business and employment conditions expected to keep improving for owner builders, employees and sub-contractors alike.

Sydney's Skyline Will Get a Makeover

Massive foreign investment to redevelop and convert old Sydney CBD offices into luxury apartments and hotels is spurring on the state’s construction boom.

Infrastructure & Road Construction Growth Nationwide - Leading To New Jobs

Nationwide road and infrastructure projects are taking off, bringing jobs and revenue to Queensland, South Australia, Victoria, Western Australia and NSW. Check out what projects are happening where.

Hotel & Accommodation Building Boom is Upon Us

With tourism set to pick up and hit highs not seen in 10 years, things are looking good for building and construction workers.

Construction Boom Set to Continue Australia-Wide

Workers in the building and construction industry are in high demand Australia-wide as home buyer/builder grants spur on massive residential projects throughout most Australian states.

No End in Sight for Australia’s Construction Boom

Australia’s construction boom is breaking records and is creating numerous job opportunities for skilled labourers, office personnel and developers. Unit style living is more in demand than houses as the older generation continue to downsize. Over the long term, this plethora of available housing should push prices down to more affordable levels, allowing more of Generation Y into the property market.

3D Printing Set to Revolutionise the Construction Industry

3D Printing of houses is already underway and it will change the construction industry as we know it. This type of housing will make home ownership more affordable for Australian’s in the long term, but it will require businesses and training institutions to upskill and retrain workers in order for them to operate effectively in this changed environment.

ACT’s Light Rail Project Speeding Along to Create Jobs

The Canberra Light Rail project will equip the ACT with a world-class public transport system and spur jobs growth. With two investors shortlisted and a funding boost, the project is moving ahead steadily.

Margaret Court Arena - The three year construction project

Renovations at the Australian Open centre court have redeveloped it into a world class dynamic environment.

RPD fire-proofs timber construction

Scientists at Stony Brook University have developed a sustainable flame retardant for timber buildings.

Australian Construction Needs To Move To Energy Efficient Materials

The Australian construction industry is lagging behind the world in terms of energy efficient building.

Employment Boom in Construction Industry

The construction industry is creating more opportunity for smaller industry.

Apprentice Shortage Creating Opportunity For Young Construction Workers

Construction apprentices are in shortage, however, this is a fantastic opportunity for future workers.

Top 5 Construction Apps

The top 5 Construction Apps to help out your day-to-day work.

Workplaces Becoming Safer

Workplaces are becoming safer, however, there are still concerns over the safety of the construction industry.

Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sunshine Coast are leading the Queensland Construction Boom!

It’s a positive outlook for construction workers as the residential, commercial and engineering sectors are set to boom.

7 Apps To Help You Create Your Dream House

As Renovation booms, we have some apps to help you create your dream house.

Elevators are getting a makeover before the boom

With an increasing population, comes an increase in high rise building and the elevator industry in jumping on the band wagon.

Recycled Buildings: The Future of Construction.

We all know how to recycle in our homes and at work, however, resources in the very places that we work can also be recycled.

Cure To The Construction Issues: Concrete That Heals Itself !

Like most building materials, concrete has a weakness. It cracks. However, Scientists may have found a way for concrete to heal itself.

Construction Leaders Donate to New Men’s Health Clinic

Construction companies are providing labour and materials to Melbourne’s new, innovative men’s health clinic. Read this article to find out more about what businesses are doing for this initiative.

Home Building Drives Construction Jobs

Home building rates are boosting employment in Australia’s construction industry, according to the latest data. Read this article to find out more about recent construction figures.