Tradies

Apprentice incentive scheme called out for leaving key trades behind

Construction education leaders have warned the industry is still missing half the blueprint to fix the tradie shortage, despite the government’s $10,000 apprentice incentive scheme. The plan, designed to hammer two nails with…

By Paul Eyers 3 Min Read

Construction crisis looms as Australia’s only float glass manufacturer goes bust

Australia’s construction industry just took another hit, with the country’s only architectural float glass manufacturer, Oceania Glass, entering voluntary administration.  The Dandenong-based company, which employs 260 people and produces 165,000 tonnes of flat…

By Jarrod Brown 4 Min Read

Investors dodge costly mistakes thanks to this property AI tool

Property development is a high-stakes game where knowledge is power, and one wrong move can cost you millions.With property markets in constant flux and regulations always evolving, having the right tools can mean…

By Paul Eyers 4 Min Read

WorkSafe Awards to shine a spotlight on safety

The Australian construction industry is no stranger to high-risk environments, but this year’s WorkSafe Awards are proving that innovation and dedication are paving the way for safer workplaces. With 21 finalists across six…

By Paul Eyers 3 Min Read

How to stay safe on scorching worksites during this week’s heatwave

Australia is no stranger to extreme heat, but as heatwaves grip multiple states, construction workers face some of the toughest conditions on the job.  With the mercury soaring as high as 40°C in…

By Jarrod Brown 5 Min Read

Aussie home builds still lagging behind despite December uptick

Australia’s big goal of building 1.2 million new homes by 2029 is looking more and more like a long shot as falling housing approvals put builders even further behind schedule. Fresh data from…

By Jarrod Brown 6 Min Read
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Meet the newest robo-recruit set to revolutionise communication on Aussie job-sites

When some tradies arrive at the job site next week, they might be in for a surprise as they welcome their newest colleague for the first time.  Under a foot tall, unable to…

By Paul Eyers 5 Min Read

Wearable tech is helping ageing tradies construct an extended career by building on experience

We are all familiar with the feeling of getting old.  But no one feels the harsh realities of ageing quite like those working in construction.  Being left with sore backs, dodgy knees, and…

By Paul Eyers 6 Min Read

Wearable site mapping tech slashes surveyancing times in half

Entering the job site to see someone wearing the NaVis VLX 3 and you’ll be mistaken for thinking you’ve accidentally walked onto a Star Wars movie set instead.  The futuristic-looking surveyancing tool has…

By Paul Eyers 4 Min Read

These 3 simple actions can save you money and help make the most of your rooftop solar

Written by: Dani Alexander, UNSW Sydney; Baran Yildiz, UNSW Sydney; Michelle Vaqueiro-Contreras, UNSW Sydney, and Mike Roberts, UNSW Sydney Four million Australian households and businesses have rooftop solar installed, making us the world…

By Build-it 7 Min Read

After 65,000 years caring for this land, First Nations peoples are now key to Australia’s clean energy revolution

Written by Heidi Norman, UNSW Sydney Australia is on the cusp of a once-in-a-generation transformation as our energy systems shift to clean, renewable forms of power. First Nations peoples, the original custodians of…

By Build-it 8 Min Read

How late is your favourite home improvement store open ahead of Christmas?

With the Christmas countdown officially underway, hardware and home improvement stores nationwide are extending their trading hours to help Aussies complete their last-minute shopping lists. Whether it's snagging a DIY gift, upgrading your…

By Paul Eyers 4 Min Read

Bunnings wacky christmas inflatables you have to see to believe!

The inflatable Christmas decoration trend is once again blowing up Aussie front yards ahead of this holiday season.  These larger-than-life, quirky displays have skyrocketed in popularity in recent years due to their affordability,…

By Paul Eyers 5 Min Read
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