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CIVIL CONTRACTORS FEDERATION SA PRIORITIES FOR THE 24/25 STATE BUDGET

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Please see a summary of key initiatives and priorities for the 2024/25 State Budget and the Civil Contractors Federation SA’s (CCF SA) ongoing efforts to support the Civil industry. These initiatives align closely with CCF SA’s strategic priorities, emphasising workforce development, efficient project delivery, equitable commercial frameworks, and inclusive community benefits. Rebecca Pickering, CEO, CCF … Continued

Future workforce discussions underway for FF24

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The Australian Constructors Association (ACA) has launched its second discussion paper for the annual benchmark event for the construction industry, Foundations and Frontiers (FF24), focusing on the future workforce. Setting the stage for the paper, ACA CEO Jon Davies said, “At a time when industry productivity is at its lowest in 60 years, the demand … Continued

New student accommodation for CDU City Campus

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Charles Darwin University (CDU) has received land in the Darwin CBD from the Northern Territory Government for the development of purpose-built student accommodation, next door to CDU’s City Campus.  The new student accommodation building – expected to house around 350 students – will be located across the road from the campus, also known as Education … Continued

Freight and Logistics Transformation for the Outback & Australia

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Freight and Logistics Transformation for the Outback & Australia Creating a new transport route, the Outback Way is an iconic stretch from Laverton in Western Australia to Winton in Queensland, connecting east coast to west coast Australia, passing through Alice Springs in the Northern Territory. Currently being sealed, the highway is set to become a … Continued

Futureproof your home: The Essential Guide to Energy Efficiency in Australia

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As Australians contend with rising home prices, the significant surge in gas and electricity costs, which far outstrips inflation, highlights energy-efficient homes as a crucial solution for keeping costs down. Building or renovating your home with the right insulation isn’t just about comfort – it’s about creating a sustainable future and saving on energy bills, … Continued

Breaking ground: Why now is the time for addressing gender diversity in Australian construction

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Recent statistics reveal that while women comprise nearly half of the total Australian workforce, they represent only a fraction of those employed in construction roles. According to the Australian Constructors Association, women only make up 12% of the construction workforce. Research demonstrates that companies with diverse teams not only exhibit higher levels of innovation and … Continued

April Building Approvals Hit New Low

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Newly released Australian Bureau of Statistics data on new building approvals has shown yet another month of decline, with detached house approvals down one per cent and higher density dwellings 7.5 per cent down on a year ago.   Master Builders Australia’s Chief Economist Shane Garrett said the new data covering the month of April … Continued

RMIT and council trial world-first coffee concrete footpath

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Freshly brewed coffee concrete may be coming to a street near you after RMIT University teamed up with Macedon Ranges Shire Council to conduct a world-first coffee concrete footpath trial. Several other upcoming infrastructure projects around Victoria, Australia, will also turn spent coffee grounds into biochar and transform this waste into a valuable resource for … Continued