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The Bridge Inn Road Upgrade has opened all lanes in Doreen. (Image: Major Road Projects Victoria) Melbourne’s northern suburbs received a significant boost in travel safety and efficiency with the completion of major works on the Bridge Inn Road Upgrade, which now has all lanes open in Doreen. The project team, led by Major Road Projects Victoria in partnership with Laing O’Rourke, recently opened the final section of new lanes between Painted Hills Road and Garden Road, effectively doubling traffic capacity between Plenty Road and Yan Yean Road. Originally scheduled for completion in 2025, the project’s major works were finished ahead of time. Dipal Sorathia, program director at Major Road Projects Victoria, expressed satisfaction with reaching this milestone early, highlighting the benefits for local residents and commuters. “We thank the community for its patience during these important works,” said Sorathia. “We now look forward to completing the project’s finishing touches...

Participants of the networking event in Smithfield, New South Wales. (Image: Empowered Women in Trades) Empowered Women in Trades is uniting the industry through dynamic networking events, fostering a connected and supportive community. By Melinda Davis, COO of Empowered Women in Trades. “Connection is why we’re here; it is what gives purpose and meaning to our lives.” – Brené Brown. As humans, we have a deep-rooted need for connection in both our personal and professional lives. Whether it is a connection to other people or to our jobs, feeling connected gives us a sense of purpose and belonging. Feeling like you are part of a community, team or group boosts your self-esteem and wellbeing. It helps establish relationships and friendships, and allows you to be part of something greater than yourself. When connection is missing, it can be isolating and negatively impact your wellbeing. The Empowered Women in Trades (EWIT) team identified an opportunity t...

Applied Bolting’s Squirter direct tension indicating washers. (Images: Hobson Engineering) With a robust supply of Applied Bolting products in its Australian warehouses, Hobson Engineering is empowering contractors to deliver projects faster and with greater efficiency. For nearly a century, Hobson Engineering has been a key partner to the construction industry, offering high-quality fastening solutions through collaborations with top global suppliers. Among these, its partnership with Applied Bolting has transformed structural bolting practices across Australia. Around 17 years ago, Hobson Engineering introduced Applied Bolting’s Squirter direct tension indicating (DTI) washers to the Australian market. These washers contain a unique orange media that squirts out when the bolt achieves the correct tension, providing a visual indication of proper installation. Today, Squirter DTI washers are specified for major construction projects nationwide, further cementing Hobson Engineeri...

Toyota’s new Mirai fuel cell electric vehicle. (Image: CPB Contractors) CPB Contractors, a member of CIMIC Group, has introduced Toyota’s new Mirai fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) into its fleet. This integration follows the contractor’s Australian-first pilot of Toyota’s prototype HiAce powered by a hydrogen-fuelled internal combustion engine (ICE) earlier this year. Two Toyota Mirai vehicles have replaced traditional diesel and petrol assets in Melbourne … The post CPB Contractors goes green with the Toyota Mirai appeared first on Inside Construction . View Source

Payapps’ Misty Cronin at FCON-Tech 2024. (Image: Payapps) In today’s fast-evolving construction landscape, technology has become more than just a helpful tool – it is essential. However, as the industry becomes increasingly complex, it is clear that no single technology can address every challenge. A technology ecosystem built with purpose-fit solutions is critical to navigating the specific pain points of the construction lifecycle. Whether it’s progress claim management, compliance or subcontractor coordination, specialised technology is crucial for success. This was the focus of Misty Cronin’s speech at FCON-Tech 2024 , where she highlighted the power of specialised solutions to streamline processes and improve project outcomes. She shared how Payapps, a comprehensive progress claim management platform, helps construction companies reduce disputes, accelerate approvals and ensure projects stay on track. As Cronin pointed out, building a cohesive technology ecosystem doesn’t ha...

Image: Lab_Photo/stock.adobe.com With nearly 30 per cent of business collapses in the construction sector last financial year, industry players are increasingly seeking solutions to adapt and thrive. Access Construction is taking the lead, encouraging the sector to embrace transformation through enterprise resource planning (ERP) software. Alex Boury, general manager at Access Construction, emphasises that now is the time for the industry to adopt a more modern and efficient approach. “In general, the construction industry has been slow to adopt change,” says Boury. “Resistance to new technologies had led to the sector falling behind many others when it comes to digitising business processes.” Boury observes that a growing number of construction firms are recognising the value of ERP software. The sector’s rapidly changing landscape has prompted many businesses to seek a single platform for construction management – one that replaces the complexity and cost of managing separate ...

Eumemmerring Business Park. (Image: 2023 Josh Brnjac) Eumemmerring Business Park in Dandenong South, Victoria, has become the second‑ever project – and the first industrial site – to achieve a Green Star Buildings certification, with a 5 Star Green Star rating representing Australian excellence. Green Star, created by the Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA), is a globally acknowledged, independent rating framework that sets benchmarks for creating a built environment that is healthy, resilient and efficient in its operation. Green Star Buildings is the latest rating tool created by GBCA, designed to meet the challenges of the next decade by delivering buildings that not only exceed today’s expectations, but are future-ready and able to stand up to evolving regulatory requirements, customer demands and increased scrutiny against greenwashing. When Goodman Group (Goodman) acquired the Dandenong South former electrical parts site in 2019, it saw an opportunity to aim for a G...