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30 July 2024 Newly released Australian Bureau of Statistics data has shown another slow month for building approvals, with just 13,237 new dwellings approved in June, a 6.5 per cent decline since May. Concerningly, only 163,000 homes were approved in the 2023/24 financial year, 77,000 homes short of our annual Housing Accord target … Continued
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CIMIC Group company CPB Contractors has been selected by the Federal and the South Australian governments to deliver the Tram Grade Separation Projects, in an Alliance with McConnell Dowell, Mott MacDonald, ARUP and Aurecon. Designed to improve safety, efficiency and the reliability of transport, the Tram Grade Separation Projects will also improve amenity, connectivity and … Continued
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Carbon-neutral construction aims to reduce the environmental impact of the construction industry by addressing carbon emissions and resource efficiency throughout a building’s lifecycle. This comprehensive approach, known as the lifecycle approach, considers every phase of a building’s existence—from design and construction to operation and demolition. Research from the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) … Continued
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The transformative Keystone Tower project has achieved a significant milestone, receiving planning approval from the State Planning Commission. This approval paves the way for the construction of what will become Adelaide’s tallest skyscraper, rising to an impressive height of 183 metres. Located at 254 North Terrace, the $400 million development will transform the city’s … Continued
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Keyton, one of Australia’s leading retirement living developers, has acquired its first land parcel under its new name with the purchase of 500 Burwood Highway in Melbourne’s leafy green Vermont South. “This is an exciting milestone for Keyton as we pursue our growth strategy both here in Victoria and across Australia,” said Nathan Cockerill, Keyton Chief Executive Officer. … Continued
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The Australian Constructors Association (ACA) applauds Workplace Relations Minister Tony Burke’s announcement today, committing to “immediate” action for appointing independent administrators to the CFMEU’s construction branches. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed that this action will incorporate the NSW and QLD branches of the CFMEU. ACA CEO Jon Davies said, “Whilst the joint media investigation has … Continued
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17 July 2024 Master Builders Australia welcomes today’s announcement that the Fair Work Commission is seeking advice on making an application to appoint an independent administrator to oversee the CFMEU. The announcement is a significant move in addressing a range of serious allegations against the CFMEU while ensuring workers retain access to workplace … Continued
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By Michael Fisher* While Australasian cities are far safer than many other international urban centres, our facility specifiers, designers, and managers are nevertheless becoming quietly aware of the increasing incidence of lone wolf attacks on staff and visitors at public and private facilities. According to the Global Terrorism Index, lone wolf attackers are … Continued
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The issues highlighted with the CFMEU by the joint media investigation are shocking but unsurprising to anyone who has worked in the industry for any length of time. Australian Constructors Association CEO Jon Davies said that although the investigation focused on Victoria, the problems are widespread across the construction industry. “These issues contribute to the … Continued
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The joint media investigation into the operations and underworld links within the CFMEU confirms what Master Builders has long known and called out – union representatives with a comprehensive disregard for the law and the industry it claims to represent. Governments cannot turn a blind eye to this abhorrent and alleged criminal behaviour that we … Continued
