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GS Engineering & Construction launches industry leading Lotus Program to support employees impacted by family and domestic violence

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New assistance offers comprehensive assistance for employees affected by FDV, launched on International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women GS Engineering & Construction (E&C) Australia is proud to launch the Lotus Program, a groundbreaking initiative for the construction industry, designed to support employees impacted by family and domestic violence (FDV). The program provides … Continued

Congratulations to all National Excellence in Building and Construction Award Winners

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25 November 2024   The best and brightest in building and construction stepped off the construction site and headed to Hobart to celebrate the 2024 National Excellence in Building and Construction Awards. Master Builders Australia CEO Denita Wawn praised the outstanding achievements of the winners across 50 award categories, applauding their talent, innovation, and dedication … Continued

Australia’s best and brightest steel designs honoured at national awards

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Australia’s best and brightest steel designs were honoured at a gala awards dinner at Doltone House, Jones Bay Wharf in Sydney last night (November 21).   Forty-eight state and territory winners competed in the 2024 Australian Steel Institute (ASI) National Steel Excellence Awards in six categories, with winners and high commendations as follows:   The Large … Continued

CIMIC’s CPB Contractors selected for Fleurieu Connections Main South Road Duplication Project

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CIMIC Group’s CPB Contractors has been selected by the South Australian Government, as part of the Fleurieu Connections Alliance, with the Department of Infrastructure and Transport, Aurecon and GHD, to deliver Stage 2 of the Main South Road Duplication (MSRD2) Project. The contract will generate revenue of approximately $200 million to CPB Contractors. CPB Contractors’ … Continued

6 Most Googled Kitchen Renovating Questions (With Answers!)

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6 Most Googled Kitchen Renovating Questions (With Answers!)   Google is the first place many renovators turn for help when planning a new kitchen. But fact is, the answers it generates don’t always hit the mark. To clear up the confusion and put kitchen renovators on the right track, Mike Turner, a kitchen-renovation expert and … Continued

Keturah Reserve Infrastructure Works Completed

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Contractor to be announced in the following weeks DUBAI, United Arab Emirates–BUSINESS WIRE– Keturah, the revolutionary global luxury wellbeing real estate and hospitality concept has announced the completion of infrastructure works at Keturah Reserve, its luxury residential development in Meydan, which offers transformational living through the design of space. Following a rigorous process, the project’s … Continued

Keturah Completes Infrastructure Works for ‘The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Dubai, Creekside,’ Starts Construction

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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates–BUSINESS WIRE– Keturah, the revolutionary global luxury wellbeing real estate and hospitality concept has announced key construction milestones with the completion of shoring, piling, excavation and infrastructure works at The Ritz-Carlton Residences, Dubai, Creekside. The project’s main contractor, CECEP Techand Middle East, has commenced construction on the AED 2.8 billion development, which … Continued

ACA welcomes Queensland’s pause on BPIC

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14 November 2024 The Australian Constructors Association (ACA) welcomes the Queensland Government’s decision to pause of the use of Best Practice Industry Conditions (BPIC) on new government funded construction projects. ACA has long advocated for a focus on improving productivity to ensure it can deliver the infrastructure Queensland needs, when it needs it and at … Continued

Monash expert: New construction fund provides hope, but can’t afford same mistakes

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The federal government has announced up to $900 million to boost competition and productivity across the economy, including cutting red tape in the construction industry to meet housing demands. Monash University’s Associate Professor Duncan Maxwell is available to discuss whether the policy will help meet the National Housing Accord’s target of building 1.2 million homes. … Continued

Opinion: Cash incentives for tradies misses the bigger picture (Jon Davies, CEO, Australian Constructors Association)

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Opinion: Cash incentives for tradies misses the bigger picture – by Jon Davies, CEO, Australian Constructors Association In response to Western Australia’s ongoing labour shortage in the housing sector, the government is apparently considering a $10,000 cash incentive to attract skilled tradespeople from other Australian states. On the surface, this idea sounds logical—a quick fix for … Continued