41 Construction Workers Died in Australia Last Year
Forty-one construction workers lost their lives in Australia last year, according to Safe Work Australia's latest report.
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Modern Homes Standard Tweaked, Causing Confusion Among Builders
The Modern Homes Standard has been revised, leading to inconsistencies and additional challenges for builders in Queensland.
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Trades Must Lead Change, Not Wait for It
High-risk industries must take the lead in improving safety and practices, rather than waiting for government regulations to mandate changes.
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AUKUS Success Hinges on Engineering Capability
The success of AUKUS depends on Australia's engineering workforce, which faces a significant challenge with up to 70,000 engineers expected to retire in the next decade.
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Data Centres Shine Amid Sluggish Economy
Despite overall economic challenges, data centre development remains a bright spot in Australia's economy, driven by AI transformation needs.
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Australia's Crane Count Hits Record High
The latest RLB Crane Index shows Australia has more cranes than ever before, with significant increases seen across major cities except Sydney.
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Sumitomo Forestry Australia Takes Top Spot in HIA Housing 100
Sumitomo Forestry Australia has claimed the top position in the latest HIA Housing 100 report, surpassing previous leader Metricon Homes.
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VCAT Overturns VBA Decision on Combustible Cladding
On August 18, 2026, VCAT overturned disciplinary findings against a building surveyor for approving combustible cladding in Melbourne.
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Bathla Collapse Highlights Housing Shortage Crisis
The collapse of Sydney developer Bathla Group, owing A$3.4 billion to lenders and leaving over 2,000 apartments in limbo, underscores the housing shortage crisis.
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New Home Sales Contracts Plummet in Australia
The latest HIA New Home Sales Report shows a significant drop in sales contracts for new homes, signaling a slowdown in construction activity.
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Demand for verified tradies keeps rising in 2026
Homeowners increasingly want proof of licence and insurance before they hire — and it's reshaping how tradies win work.
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The trade skills shortage and what it means
Australia's ongoing skills shortage is reshaping wait times, pricing and how tradies win work.
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How digital tools are changing trade businesses
From quoting apps to job management, technology is helping tradies save hours every week.
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Sustainable building goes mainstream
Energy-efficient materials and electrification are moving from niche to normal in Australian homes.
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More women are entering the trades
Participation is rising across multiple trades — and it's good news for capacity and culture.
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Why verified reviews drive more bookings
Honest, verified reviews increasingly decide who wins the job — here's the data behind it.