ACT Streamlines Building Approvals to Cut Costs
The ACT government is overhauling key building regulations to speed up construction and save homeowners money. Learn how these changes will affect Canberra's property market.
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City Diggers demolition time-lapse reveals transformation
Watch Wollongong's City Diggers Club demolition through five months of time-lapse footage. The $230 million Globe development will bring new hotels and RSL facilities to the CBD.
Albanese's environmental laws face industry criticism
PM Albanese's EPBC reforms, backed by Greens, face industry fury over gas project delays and red tape. Will this deal hamper Australia's productivity?
Eight-Storey West Leederville Apartment Complex Approved
A new eight-storey apartment building has been approved for West Leederville, adding 36 residential units to the growing suburb. Discover the development details and community impact.
5 Must-Have Tech Upgrades for Your Australian Desk
Discover five essential tech products that can revolutionise your Australian office setup, from premium keyboards to smart lighting. Transform your workspace today!
Australia's $160bn regulatory crisis revealed
New research shows Australia's regulatory burden costs $160 billion annually, wiping out productivity gains. Discover why both sides of politics are rethinking deregulation.
Singapore developer wants more time for Perth hotel
Singapore's Fragrance Group requests two-year extension to complete what would become Perth's tallest hotel tower amid construction challenges. Will the CBD project get approval?
5 Must-Have Tech Upgrades for Your Australian Office
Discover five essential tech products that will revolutionise your Australian home office setup. From premium keyboards to lightning-fast storage, transform your workspace today!
Fleetwood CEO exits, shares plummet 10%
Fleetwood shares hammered as CEO Bruce Nicholson departs immediately. Stock falls 8.4%, company begins search for new leadership. Read the full details.
Prefab Homes Could Solve Australia's Housing Shortage
Australia faces 48,000-home annual deficit as modular housing offers faster, cheaper solution. Learn how policy changes and bank support could bridge the gap.
Managing Rising Construction Costs in Australia
Builders face financial strain from fixed-price contracts amid material and labour cost surges. RMB Lawyers' Ben Kuzman explains how to manage these risks effectively. Get expert advice now.
Construction Shock Delays Mosman Park Playground
A surprise discovery during construction has pushed back the opening of Mosman Park's new playground to 2025. Find out what workers uncovered and the revised timeline.
Construction starts on 108-apartment North Perth block
Construction is underway on the Celsius, a nine-storey mixed-use development in North Perth. The project will bring 108 apartments, shops, and cafes, with traffic changes now in effect.
BlueScope death sparks union safety warning
A 24-year-old contractor was killed at BlueScope's Port Kembla steelworks, sparking union safety warnings and highlighting worker compensation battles in NSW.
Demolition company fined $20k for illegal waste dumping
A Geelong demolition company has been slapped with a $20,000 fine for illegally dumping and burning construction waste in Charlemont. Learn about the environmental consequences.
Belmont Wharf redevelopment stalled, new tender issued
Lake Macquarie City Council is recasting the tender for the $2 million Belmont Wharf upgrade after terminating the initial contract. Discover the project's new timeline and community impact.
ANZ Boss Urges Labor to Tackle Economic Challenges
ANZ CEO Shayne Elliott pressures the Albanese government to address Australia's economic struggles, highlighting inflation and productivity concerns. Read the full analysis.
WA's Modular Housing Revolution: Speed & Style
Discover how MIRA Residential's architecturally designed modular homes offer a streamlined, cost-effective building solution for Western Australians, with builds completed in as little as 12 weeks.
Cairns Social Housing Water Damage Scandal
Major water damage discovered at Queensland's largest social housing project in Cairns. Insiders reveal construction defects affecting hundreds of apartments. Urgent repairs needed.
CFMEU corruption problems revealed in leaked meeting
CFMEU national secretary Zach Smith exposes union's corruption issues in leaked meeting details. Read the explosive revelations shaking Australia's construction industry.
CFMEU corruption claims revealed in leaked meeting
Queensland CFMEU boss Zach Smith exposes corruption problems within the union during leaked meeting. Read the explosive details and fallout.
CFMEU corruption claims revealed in leaked meeting
CFMEU national secretary Zach Smith exposes corruption problems within the union during leaked meeting. Read the explosive details and what it means for Australian workers.
Fremantle Leisure Centre pool reopens early
Fremantle Leisure Centre's 50m pool has reopened a month ahead of schedule after major repairs. Dive back in just as Perth's summer weather arrives!
Jetty Road traders fight for survival amid works
Glenelg's Jetty Road traders face a perfect storm of construction and disruption. Mark Raphael says self-interest is trumping decency. Read more on the $40m facelift fallout.
New ex ante digital regulations face criticism
Expert analysis reveals why Australia's proposed ex ante competition laws for digital platforms could harm productivity and innovation. Discover the risks of blanket bans.
Mining Innovation Drives Australia's Economic Success
Assistant Minister Andrew Leigh reveals how innovation and productivity in Australia's mining sector are crucial for economic growth and global competitiveness. Discover the future of mining.
Mirrabooka Town Square $1m Upgrade Finished
Mirrabooka Town Square's $1 million transformation is complete, featuring Indigenous-led construction, public art, and community spaces. Join the celebration this Saturday!
Corner stores vital for Australian economy and jobs
Westpac analysis reveals redirecting $100 weekly to local businesses could add $16bn to GDP and create 38,000 jobs. Discover how corner stores drive community prosperity.
Worker dies in tragic M1 upgrade accident near Newcastle
A construction worker has died in a horrific workplace accident on the M1 Pacific Motorway upgrade project near Newcastle, sparking WorkSafe investigations and raising safety concerns.
Concrush: Slashing construction costs and waste
Discover how Newcastle's innovative Concrush technology is turning construction waste into valuable resources, saving money and reducing environmental impact across Australia.
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