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The Housing Industry Association (HIA) is using National Apprentice Week to highlight the urgent need for more apprentice training, warning that workforce shortages are limiting Australia’s ability to meet housing demand. Shortages in critical residential construction roles, particularly carpentry, are continuing to restrict building capacity nationwide. ADVERTISEMENT “Workforce shortages remain one of the biggest constraints on increasing home building activity, with the nation needing an estimated 83,000 additional skilled workers across our ...
NHP Electrical Engineering Products has upgraded its Auckland facility, making it the company’s second-largest distribution centre alongside its main hub in Laverton, Victoria. The upgrade was completed to increase capacity, improve safety and compliance and make distribution more efficient as demand continues to grow. ADVERTISEMENT The project included expanded storage, improved safety measures and updated workflows to support faster and more efficient operations. The site has also been designed to accommodate future growth. “This investment r...
The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) has released the National Construction Code (NCC) 2025 preview, giving practitioners early access to the next edition before its full publication. Jurisdictions may consider adoption from 1 May 2026. The preview reflects updates informed by public consultation and technical review, helping building professionals understand changes that could affect their projects. ADVERTISEMENT Key updates in NCC 2025 Proposals not included Some public comment proposals have been excluded from NCC 2025: The NCC 2025 pr...
Telecommunications services are a lifeline during emergencies, supporting mobile networks, internet access, financial transactions and the rapid dissemination of critical information from authorities. As recovery efforts begin in areas affected by floods or fires, there is a real risk of unscrupulous operators presenting themselves as cablers, particularly for home and small business installations. ADVERTISEMENT Telecommunications sparkies are required by law to be registered and to provide compliance certificates to clients after completing wo...
Hydro Tasmania has marked a significant milestone in the proposed redevelopment of the historic Tarraleah Power Station, announcing the first phase of its construction tender as part of plans to modernise one of the state’s oldest hydropower assets. Tasmania Minister for Energy and Renewables, Nick Duigan, said the release of a Request for Proposal (RFP) signals a critical step in securing the future of the scheme and strengthening the state’s renewable generation capacity. The RFP seeks engineering, procurement and construction contractors t...
At IFAT 2026 in Munich (Hall 3A, Stand 222), Lutz-Jesco will present modular technologies designed to modernize and secure drinking water networks worldwide. The company’s portfolio includes chlorine gas dosing systems and electrolysis units that generate disinfectants directly from commercially available salt, addressing both centralized and decentralized supply infrastructures. Intelligent chlorine gas dosing systems A key exhibit will be the Easypro 2 measuring and control water panel. Integrated into water networks, the system continuousl...
Global load and haul attachment manufacturer Schlam Payload has released what it describes as the world’s first mining truck beds made from green steel, targeting lower embedded carbon emissions while maintaining productivity in large-scale open-pit operations. Known as Xeroline, the truck beds incorporate 100 per cent carbon-free steel from the SSAB Zero range and are available across all Hercules models, from 100t to 400t payloads, including the Hercules, Hercules EXO and Hercules ULTRA variants. Schlam chair and chief executive officer Dav...
Work to restore Cornwallis’ flood-damaged drainage network and rebuild a missing section of Cornwallis Road in New South Wales is now complete. The restoration of the drainage network and levee, led by Hawkesbury City Council in partnership with NSW Public Works, delivers robust and resilient protection for landowners along the low-lying and flood-prone section of the Hawkesbury River. The initial damage in Cornwallis was caused by the March 2021 flood in the Hawkesbury River, which caused the previous drainage system from the 1970s to fail. ...
Alligator Energy’s commencement of a bankable feasibility study for its Samphire uranium project is timely, as the price of uranium continues to surge. For the first time since early 2024, prices for the metal have climbed above $US100 per pound, bolstering renewed interest in Australia’s local sectors. Alligator’s BFS follows the appointment of Ammjohn Solutions Pty Ltd as the site’s project manager and key engineering support, a crucial step for advancing and de-risking Samphire for development. Alligator chief executive officer (CEO) Andr...
The second stage of the Main South Road Duplication Project has officially opened to traffic in Adelaide, South Australia. The delivery of these road works by Fleurieu Connections Alliance marks a major milestone for the region, doubling the capacity of Main Road South between the Aldinga and Sellicks Beach suburbs. Construction specifically included building the new Aldinga underpass, upgrading intersections along the road, and creating a dedicated shared path linking Aldinga to Sellicks Beach for pedestrians and cyclists. These features ai...
PFC Consulting has floated a tender to establish a 3×500 MVA, 400/220 kV substation at Humnabad in Bidar district, Karnataka. The scope also includes the development of the associated transmission lines. The transmission system forms part of a broader plan to evacuate 12,580 MW of renewable energy. It involves three 765/400 kV substations and multiple 400/220 kV substations in north Karnataka to supply power to load centres in South Karnataka. According to the tender guidelines, the scope of work covers developing a 400/220 kV substation equip...
Blackout-hit Iraq is to receive its first liquefied natural gas cargo this year, with Qatar expected to be the supplier, according to analysts. Iraq has not ruled out importing LNG from other countries including Oman and Algeria, but analysts believe Qatar is the most likely given its proximity to Iraq, its massive LNG output and the fact that the two countries maintain good ties. Last October US company Excelerate Energy signed an agreement with Baghdad for the supply and operation of a large offshore LNG import terminal with a value of abou...
Boerger has unveiled the OrbitGrinder, a cutting-basket macerator engineered to deliver consistent solids reduction while safeguarding pumps and downstream process equipment in wastewater and sludge handling applications. At the core of the OrbitGrinder is a distinctive star-shaped blade arrangement, which maintains even circumferential speed at every cutting point. Unlike conventional macerators with round perforated disks, this design ensures homogenous maceration of solids and reliable protection against blockages. The macerator features...
Aeris Resources will acquire Peel Mining’s South Cobar copper project in a $214 million landmark deal, while Peel spins out its remaining Cobar Basin assets into a new ASX-listed explorer, NewCo. The transaction delivers Peel shareholders a total consideration of $0.234 per share, combining Aeris shares and proposed NewCo shares. Under a scheme of arrangement, Aeris will acquire 100 per cent of Peel’s shares, gaining control of the Mallee Bull and Wirlong copper projects. At the same time, Peel’s high-grade Southern Nights Complex, cash an...
The Planning Inspectorate has outlined new technologies and methods it is incorporating to streamline the consenting process for Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects (NSIPs). The government introduced a suite of reforms primarily through its Planning and Infrastructure Act, which became law in late 2025, to address delays in the NSIP regime. These measures aim to reduce the average pre-application period from two years to 12 months and shorten examination times to less than six months. At a Westminster Forum on 2 February, Planning...
The National Transport Commission (NTC) has released a Consultation Regulatory Impact Statement to progress legislative reforms aimed at improving safety, productivity and competitiveness across Australia’s rail networks. The C-RIS focusses on 12 legislative reforms recommended in the 2024 review of Australia’s Rail Safety National Law (RSNL) to: The 12 proposed reforms are designed to build interoperability and greater transparency directly into the law. They include new governance arrangements to support long-term reform, reduce operationa...
Posted: 12 February 2026 | Gabriel Higgins | No comments yet Miami International Airport introduces TSA PreCheck Touchless ID across three terminals, offering faster biometric identity checks and streamlining security ahead of the busy spring travel season. Credit: Miami Dade International Airport (MIA) Miami International Airport (MIA) has introduced TSA PreCheck Touchless ID across its North, Central and South Terminals, reinforcing its commitment to modern biometric security infrastructure and streamlined passenger processing. Launched ...
Saltchuk Resources is expanding its US maritime footprint with a definitive agreement to acquire Great Lakes Dredge & Dock for $1.5bn in an all‑cash transaction that takes the Nasdaq‑listed dredging giant private. Under the deal Great Lakes shareholders will receive $17.00 per share, a 25% premium to the company’s 90‑day VWAP and a 5% premium to its all‑time high closing price. The board of Great Lakes unanimously approved the transaction, which values the company’s equity at roughly $1.2bn and is financed by fully committed lending from B...
Commercial doors are a critical component of any manufacturing facility, playing a vital role in security, safety and operational efficiency. Having a trusted commercial door partner ensures minimal downtime when problems occur. Here are five of the best commercial door repair companies around the country. Vortex Doors serves the manufacturing sector, delivering robust solutions including repair, service and installation of all major types of industrial and commercial doors. This includes sectional, rolling steel, impact, high-speed and more...
Less than two months into Netflix’s push into sports podcasts, the streamer is already dealing with copyright issues. A YouTube channel racked up more than 100,000 views posting pirated video of the podcast 3 & Out with John Middlekauff, one of several shows that moved its video rights to Netflix last month alongside popular mainstays like Pardon My Take from Barstool Sports and The Bill Simmons Podcast from The Ringer. Middlekauff’s show is the primary NFL and college football show from The Volume, which is Fox Sports personality Colin C...