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Haslin delivers multi-disciplinary transport, water and wastewater, public domain and energy infrastructure. (Images: Haslin) Australian-owned construction and engineering company Haslin Constructions has streamlined project delivery and improved productivity with Procore. Founded in 1991, Haslin has over 30 years’ experience delivering complex government infrastructure and has safely delivered over $2 billion in civil and building works across the Eastern Seaboard. Known for its engineering expertise, innovative approach and collaboration with clients, the company delivers multi-disciplinary transport, water and wastewater, public domain and energy infrastructure that plays a vital role in shaping Australia’s built environment. The challenge Like many civil contractors, Haslin was feeling the strain of relying on spreadsheets and online file systems. The complexity and rigidity of using different tools slowed teams down, with information spread across various locations and diff...

KISTERS is the principal sponsor of The Collaroy Breakers Cadets program. (Image: Cameo/stock.adobe.com) On Sydney’s Northern Beaches, a new chapter of surf lifesaving is inspiring the next generation of coastal leaders, with help from environmental technology company KISTERS. The Collaroy Breakers Cadets program, launched this summer by Collaroy Surf Life Saving Club (SLSC), gives local teens aged 13 to 18 hands-on surf lifesaving experience, leadership mentoring, and a chance to build confidence and community spirit. Spearheading the program is surf lifesaving legend Sean Kenny, one of Australia’s most decorated competitors and coaches. As mentor and coach, Kenny brings years of experience to guiding young participants through resilience workshops, ‘look out for a mate’ sessions and coastal safety modules. “This program is about more than surf skills,” says Janelle Kenna, program lead at Collaroy SLSC. “It is about building character, connection and confidence – lessons that st...

NAWIC’s ‘Safety in Focus: Building an Industry Free of Sexual Harassment and Gender-Based Violence’ panel participants. (Images: NAWIC) Thirty years strong, the National Association of Women in Construction continues to challenge convention and change culture, creating a fair and inclusive industry for all. By Cathryn Greville, CEO of the National Association of Women in Construction. In our 30th anniversary year, the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) remains committed to supporting women in the sector and tackling sticky issues head-on to drive culture change. Cathryn Greville, CEO of the National Association of Women in Construction. During National Safe Work Month in October, we launched our Ending Gender Harassment and Building Safer Workplaces campaign with a panel event in Melbourne. We also released the findings from a study commissioned by our NSW Chapter into parental leave in the construction industry. Figures from the Australian Human Rights Co...

KISTERS’ guide to weather impact documentation explores how simple, automated monitoring tools can give site teams a reliable record of on-site conditions. (Image: Chanakon/stock.adobe.com) Unpredictable weather and tightening project margins are forcing construction professionals to rethink what resilience really means. For environmental monitoring solutions provider KISTERS, being resilient is less about enduring disruption and more about preparing for it with evidence. Across Australia, weather events are growing more frequent, localised and costly. Yet when projects grind to a halt, many site teams still struggle to prove that the conditions truly justified a delay. The result? Rejected claims, schedule disputes and profit pressure that could have been avoided with better evidence. “Too many legitimate claims fall over because the documentation just is not defensible,” says Chris Tornatore, business development manager at KISTERS. “Project managers need reliable, site-specifi...

Plascorp manufactures PVC-U pressure pipes from a consistent raw material blend extruded across a range of diameters and wall thicknesses. (Image: Plascorp) Supporting Australia’s shift toward lower-carbon, data-driven construction, Plascorp has released Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for its PVC-U pressure pipe range. Published through EPD Hub and compliant with EN 15804+A2 and ISO 14025, the declarations provide designers, utilities and civil contractors with third-party-verified insights into the environmental performance of PVC-U pressure pipes manufactured in Australia. As infrastructure delivery faces increasing scrutiny for embodied and operational carbon impacts, transparent product data has become an essential tool for responsible material selection. The new EPDs enable project teams to evaluate lifecycle impacts across raw materials, manufacturing, transport, installation and end-of-life scenarios for the PN6–PN18 pressure pipe range, including both rubber rin...

MYOB Acumatica Construction supports integrated subcontractor management, giving project teams real-time visibility. (Image: Vlad/stock.adobe.com) Construction projects across Australia and New Zealand are operating under pressure. Labour shortages, rising material costs and tighter margins mean that even the smallest inefficiencies can have a ripple effect. Yet for many large-scale construction firms, subcontractor management is still being handled with spreadsheets, emails and paper files. At first, these methods might seem manageable. But as projects grow in size and complexity, manual systems introduce hidden costs from compliance risks and invoice disputes to missed deadlines and strained subcontractor relationships. In civic infrastructure, mechanical services and large-scale builds, those inefficiencies don’t just create admin headaches. They put entire projects at risk. The pressure is forcing a shift from reactive processes to tighter control. The hidden costs of manua...

Jon Davies, CEO of the Australian Constructors Association. (Image: Australian Constructors Association) The Australian Constructors Association has announced chief executive officer Jon Davies will step down at the end of June 2026, concluding six years in the role. During Davies’ tenure, the association navigated some of the most challenging market conditions faced by its members, including the COVID pandemic and price escalation. Over that period, the Australian Constructors Association (ACA) initiated the National Construction Strategy , shaped the Industry Blueprint and was an active sponsor of the Culture Standard . The association funded the creation of the Construction Industry Culture Taskforce, which delivered the Culture Standard, and successfully advocated for its adoption by governments. The ACA has also committed to long-term cultural reform through a landmark pledge focused on increasing female participation and requiring 50 per cent of newly appointed board direc...

The village in full celebration mode at the EWIT 2025 Gala Awards. (Images: Anna Nguyen Photography) Energy, connection and purpose filled Marvel Stadium in October as the Empowered Women in Trades (EWIT) 2025 Gala Awards celebrated a community driving change. By Melinda Davis, GM of Empowered Women in Trades. Walking into Marvel Stadium on 3 October for the EWIT 2025 Gala Awards and seeing our logo and the words “it takes a village” appear on all the screens was a pinch-me moment for the team. We don’t just talk about the village; it isn’t a made-up concept – it is very much real. The village is at the heart of all we do, and to see them show up with passion and purpose ready to celebrate the everyday heroes we had come to acknowledge was incredible. Melinda Davis, GM of Empowered Women in Trades. Stepping on stage as MC of the EWIT Gala wasn’t just about opening an awards night; it was about welcoming everyone to the village – a community built by good humans, courageous or...

Strong leadership helps to drive a stronger industry. (Image: Coetzee/peopleimages.com/stock.adobe.com) Exploring the final chapter of her book, Dr Gretchen Gagel offers advice for construction leaders seeking to elevate their impact. By Dr Gretchen Gagel. I have had such fun sharing the highlights of my book, Building Women Leaders: A Blueprint for Women Thriving in Construction, in this year’s Inside Construction editorials . I am thrilled to know that men are also reading my book, an homage to your care for your own leadership and for the women in our industry. The final portion of my book focuses on how we lead our industry. I believe my peers inducted me into the US National Academy of Construction in 2021 for this very reason: that in addition to my leadership position, I care deeply about our industry and seek out opportunities to contribute. This editorial is a perfect example – three years of taking the time to share my thoughts with you because I care about how we t...

A standout of the event was the Major Projects Stage. (Image: Prime Creative Media) If you missed the Major Projects Stage at Converge Expo 2025, Inside Construction has you covered. Excitement filled the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre in September as the inaugural Converge Expo 2025 brought together construction innovators and professionals from across Australia. While the event delivered inspiration at every turn, it was the Major Projects Stage that stole the spotlight. Showcasing the people and projects shaping the built environment, the stage provided a platform for industry trailblazers and project leaders to share lessons from the nation’s most ambitious builds and the key themes influencing the sector. After witnessing the energy and engagement of attendees across both days, we knew we had to bring the Major Projects Stage to life in Inside Construction for those who couldn’t be there. The case for wellness in infrastructure The infrastructure const...