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Construcciones Yamaro: Stria Cladding Fine Texture built for efficient on-site installation

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Stria Cladding Fine Texture was used on the exterior of House 4 on The Block 2025. (Image: Julian Brenchley/James Hardie) For many builders, keeping a project moving often comes down to speed on site. When every trade is booked weeks out and schedules are tight, choosing materials that crews can install efficiently becomes more important. Stria Cladding Fine Texture is designed for this environment, allowing external walls to be completed quickly and consistently without relying on specialist trades. Stria Cladding Fine Texture is a 14mm-thick Hardie fibre cement board with a sharp V-groove and an embedded fine render texture across the surface. This texture is engineered into the board, which delivers a consistent, tactile finish without the need for hand-applied coatings. The design keeps installation familiar for carpenters and helps crews maintain a steady workflow from the first board to the last. An advantage for builders is the ability to keep the work with the team alr...
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Construcciones Yamaro: How TAFE NSW helped turn drone skills into a surveying career

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James Vassallo, TAFE NSW graduate. (Image: TAFE NSW) Former drone photographer James Vassallo has turned a technical hobby into professional practice after enrolling in the Certificate IV in Surveying and Spatial Information at TAFE NSW. After building a small drone-photography business alongside his work in photogrammetry, the 24-year-old from Newcastle sought a qualification to elevate his capabilities and unlock new career opportunities. “I started the course just wanting to upskill for my job in drone mapping,” said Vassallo. “But once I got into it, I realised how broad surveying really is; boundary work, construction, rail, mining, you name it.” He now works as a survey assistant at DeWitt Consulting in Charlestown on projects including high-rise developments, residential sites and rail infrastructure, while also returning to aerial mapping, the field that first drew him to surveying. “The TAFE NSW course absolutely paved the way for me to get my current job,” he said. “I...
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Construcciones Yamaro: Head contractor appointed to deliver Bradfield City’s Central Park

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Artist’s impression: Aerial view of Bradfield City’s Central Park. (Images: Bradfield Development Authority) FDC Construction & Fitout will deliver Bradfield City’s Central Park, a two-hectare public space set to anchor Australia’s first new city in 100 years. Bradfield Development Authority CEO Ken Morrison said FDC’s appointment brings the project, described as a “world-class public space”, one step closer to fruition. “Central Park will become the heart of Bradfield City, a place for families, workers and visitors to meet, play and enjoy the outdoors,” said Morrison. “We are proud to be working with outstanding partners to deliver a park that will serve the community for generations to come.” FDC will lead the delivery of the park infrastructure, including the signature Sky Ring, Woven Play and Interwoven Heart play areas, and the multi-use Gathering Green with space for up to 5,000 people. Related stories: Preferred proponent named for Sydney’s Blackwattle Bay projec...
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Construcciones Yamaro: BMD founder Mick Power awarded honorary doctorate by QUT

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BMD founder and chairman Mick Power AM. (Image: BMD) BMD founder and chairman Mick Power has been awarded an honorary doctorate by the Queensland University of Technology in recognition of his leadership in business and long-term contribution to communities across Australia. Since founding BMD in 1979, Power has grown the business into Australia’s largest privately owned civil construction contractor, delivering infrastructure projects nationally and internationally. Today, the company generates more than $2.4 billion in annual turnover and employs more than 2,400 people. He has built his career on a values-led approach to leadership, with a focus on projects that connect and strengthen communities. “Success is not only measured by what we build, but by the opportunities we create for others,” he said. “This philosophy has guided me throughout my career and continues to shape BMD today.” Related stories: Joint venture awarded Gateway to Bruce Upgrade Contract awarded for Per...
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Construcciones Yamaro: Brian Uy appointed IStructE president for 2026

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Brian Uy FIStructE CEng, Scientia Professor of structural engineering at the University of New South Wales and the 105th president of IStructE. (Image: IStructE) The Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE), the representative body for the profession worldwide, has appointed Brian Uy as its 105th president. Uy, currently Scientia Professor at the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), brings decades of experience to the role. His career has spanned roles at consultancies … The post Brian Uy appointed IStructE president for 2026 appeared first on Inside Construction . View Source
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Construcciones Yamaro: Icon donates over $45,000 to support families escaping violence

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A charity auction saw a colourful suit sell for $10,000. (Images: Icon) Australian building company Icon has raised more than $45,000 for the StandbyU Foundation, which supports families affected by domestic and family violence. Icon handed over the funds, raised through monthly on-site BBQs with staff and tradies, at a special event with StandbyU on the Gold Coast on 17 December 2025. The fundraising effort was capped off at Icon’s recent Christmas celebration, where a charity auction saw a colourful suit sell for $10,000, lifting the total raised to more than $45,000. The contribution will support StandbyU’s work providing safety, connection and practical assistance for families facing domestic and family violence, including the expansion of safe accommodation initiatives. Domestic and family violence continues to rise across Queensland, affecting thousands of families each year. Many families have nowhere to turn, making safe accommodation and practical support more critical...
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Construcciones Yamaro: White Card compliance back on the agenda for 2026

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Workers and employers are being reminded that White Card certification is required before stepping onto any construction site. (Image: theevening/stock.adobe.com) As construction sites reopen across Australia for the 2026 work year, checking White Card certification is vital for both workers and employers. The start of the year is a key time for the industry to ensure compliance, refresh licences and maintain workforce readiness. “January is when many employers conduct annual safety audits and onboarding for new workers,” said National White Card Courses director Samuel Bohr. “It’s also when we see expired licences and outdated certifications, but starting the year compliant isn’t just good practice; it’s essential for safety, productivity and legal compliance.” The White Card is a mandatory credential for anyone entering a construction site in Australia. It demonstrates that a worker has completed the nationally recognised Work Health and Safety (WHS) training required by law. ...
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