Archived News for Industry Professionals - March, 2013
The ACT Government has announced it has accepted all of the 28 recommendations of the Getting Home Safely report into the Territory’s construction industry.
Commonwealth pledges funding for motorway
The Federal Government has announced it will commit funding to towards the Westconnex road project, subject to a number of conditions outlined by the Prime Minister.
Dwelling approves remains weak finds ABS
ABS Building Approvals show that the number of dwellings approved fell 2.4 per cent in January 2013, in seasonally adjusted terms, and has fallen for two months.
Hunt starts for new MCA Chief
The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) has announced it has commenced succession planning to replace outgoing Chief Executive Officer Mitch Hooke, following his announcement that he will not renew his contract at the end of the year, ending an 11 year tenure at the top job.
Italian court proceedings claims Qantas scalp
Qantas has announced the resignation of Corinne Namblard as a director of the company following reports she was involved in Italian court proceedings.
Lynas announces senior shakeup
Mineral sands miner Lynas has announced sweeping changes to its senior executive and Board, with Nicholas Curtis stepping down from the role of Chief Executive.
NSW announces funding to boost women's trade participation
The New South Wales Government has announced $200,000 in funding to assist women into non-tradition trades.
Rinehart's fortunes grow
Gina Rinehart, Australia’s richest citizen, is now the richest woman in the Asia-Pacific region, and is well on her way to becoming the richest woman in the world according to Forbes Magazine.
TWU hails UPS deal
The Transport Workers Union has hailed the new workplace agreement struck with United Parcel Service (UPS), saying it will ensure working conditions, standards and pay rates are kept high.
Victoria launches road safety strategy
The Victorian Government has announced it will increase funding to improve the state’s highest risk roads and intersections to $1 billion over the next 10 years.
$82 million for truck safety
Federal, State and Local Governments and the trucking industry have announced a new $82 million spending initiative aimed at upgrading the safety of the country’s road network.
Boral announces restructuring
Construction materials specialist Boral has announced the company will merge its construction materials and cement divisions into a single integrated division, with the appointment of Joseph Goss as the new Division Managing Director to preside over the new body.
Gulf Spencer action plan announced
Billions of dollars worth of investment stands to be unlocked in South Australia’s Spencer Gulf following the announcement of a Federal, State and Local government collaboration.
HIA releases Trades Report
The Housing Industry Association’s (HIA) Trades Report for the December 2012 quarter has painted a gloomy picture of the residential construction sector.
NTC calls for charges input
The National Transport Commission (NTC) has released the heavy vehicle charges review discussion paper, which it says is aimed at building a fairer and improved system of managing the charging system.
Queensland seeking code feedback
The Queensland Government has announced it is seeking industry feedback on guidelines for the building and construction code of practice in a bid to prevent unnecessary time delays and cost blow-outs on major infrastructure projects.
Report finds housing shortage
A new report released by the National Housing Supply Council (NHSC) has concluded that Australia continues to be dogged by an on-going housing shortage and chronic affordability issues.
SA to undertake transport plan for SA
The Commonwealth has provided $2 million to the South Australian Government to undertake an Integrated Transport and Movement study in Adelaide to help the city develop an aligned transport plan.
Signs of life in Australian manufacturing
The Australian manufacturing sector has posted some ‘tentative signs of improvement’ according to the latest report released by the Australian Industry Group (Ai Group).