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Group shot of the Empowered Women in Trades team celebrating National Apprentice Week Australia 2025 at Swinburne TAFE. (Images: Empowered Women in Trades) The Empowered Women in Trades team recently celebrated National Apprentice Week Australia, recognising and celebrating apprentices across the country. By Melinda Davis, general manager at Empowered Women in Trades. Apprentices are our future, and the team enjoyed showing them how grateful and appreciative we are for all they do for trades. Most of the apprentices didn’t know there was such a thing as National Apprentice Week and were surprised to be celebrated. We heard some incredible stories of their achievements, defining moments and wins they had along the way. We also heard about the challenges and the stories of resilience – apprenticeships aren’t easy. Our team went out with the crew from APM Apprenticeships to Swinburne TAFE, Box Hill Institute, Skillinvest, and Builders Academy, celebrating apprentices with donut dr...

Image: Komatsu Komatsu Australia is committed to supporting the needs of customers in Papua New Guinea following the acquisition of existing distributor UMW Niugini. The business has been renamed Komatsu Niugini Limited (KNL) and is now a wholly owned subsidiary of the Komatsu Group. Sean Taylor, managing director of Komatsu Australia, says the acquisition follows a change in the ownership structure of the joint venture parties that previously owned UMW Niugini. “As a result of this change in structure, KNL has become a fully owned part of the Komatsu Group. Komatsu Australia is the obvious choice to manage Komatsu Niugini going forward, given our proven expertise and success in the Oceania region,” says Taylor. “The KNL team will be able to draw on the resources of the broader Komatsu Australia business, especially our technical expertise and training capabilities to support machine troubleshooting and workforce development. “We hope this acquisition will also benefit our Aust...

Timescapes’ small form cameras have a rugged custom enclosure to withstand harsh construction environments. The onboard cellular connectivity, internal battery and solar panel remove the need for an external, wired power source. (Images: Timescapes) Timelapse cameras and job site analytics offer a practical gateway to digital innovation in construction. Convincing a project team to invest in new technology on a construction site is no easy task. The stakes are high, time and budgets are limited, and the inherent risks of rolling out something unfamiliar can feel overwhelming. Many project owners and managers hesitate, fearing disruptions, steep learning curves or the potential for wasted funds if the solution doesn’t deliver tangible results. In fact, 55 per cent of construction leaders in Deloitte’s 2025 Engineering and Construction Industry Outlook said their main barrier to leveraging new technologies like artificial intelligence is identifying the right use cases. Yet, too...

The Australian Construction Achievement Award celebrates industry innovations and achievements. (Image: ขวัญฤทัย เฉลาชาญชัยย/stock.adobe.com) The countdown is on to crown this year’s Australian Construction Achievement Award winner. By Jon Davies, CEO of the Australian Constructors Association. Size and complexity often take centre stage in construction. But the Australian Construction Achievement Award (ACAA) is different. It’s not just about the biggest project – it’s about industry transformation. Winning is about setting new benchmarks for how construction should be done. The award highlights companies that prioritise people, sustainability and innovation, showing what the future of construction should look like. Jon Davies, CEO of the Australian Constructors Association. (Image: Australian Constructors Association) Presented by the Australian Constructors Association and Engineers Australia, the ACAA has been celebrating industry achievements for 28 years. Last year’s wi...

TRUECORE steel is durable and resilient, with BlueScope’s metallic coating, incorporating Activate technology, to provide enhanced corrosion resistance. (Images: Australian Framing Solutions) An engineered, light gauge steel framing solution expedited the construction of this distinctive Queensland childcare centre, delivering time and cost savings. Project – Sunkids Childcare Centre Location – Mermaid Waters, Queensland Principal Steel Product – 24 tonnes of light gauge steel framing made from TRUECORE® steel Builder – 9 Constructions Steel fabricator – Australian Framing Solutions Architect – Realspace Creative Photography – Australian Framing Solutions Sunkids Childcare Centres have a holistic approach to early childhood education, where parents are honoured as the ‘first teachers’, early childhood professionals are the ‘second teachers’, and the physical environment is the ‘third teacher’, providing a safe space where children are allowed to learn, pla...

KONE’s high-rise solutions enhance both new developments and modernisation projects. (Images: KONE Australia) Lighter materials, smarter technology and stronger performance – KONE’s high-rise elevator systems are built for the next generation of skyscrapers. Australia’s skyline is reaching new heights. In Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane, towers are rising fast, reshaping cityscapes and demanding infrastructure that keeps pace. In this vertical race, elevator systems are more than just a convenience – they are essential to functionality, efficiency and sustainability. For buildings designed to stand for decades, elevators must be built for the long haul. KONE has engineered its High-Rise MiniSpace DX system to meet this challenge, optimising space, reducing lifecycle costs and improving energy efficiency. With lightweight hoisting technology and a new precision control system, it ensures smooth operation and minimal service interruptions – an advantage for both new developments and...

Jacon’s new website offers improved navigation and faster access to product and support information. (Image: fotofabrika/stock.adobe.com) In the fast-paced construction industry, quick access to reliable equipment information is crucial to the success of any project. To address this need, Jacon Equipment has launched a new website that gives construction professionals fast, efficient entry to essential resources. The new digital platform combines a streamlined, user-friendly design with enhanced functionality, making it easier for customers to browse equipment, compare specifications and find support materials – no matter where their work takes them. Jacon’s goal was simple: to help users make well-informed decisions by centralising information about equipment, services and support. Bringing equipment closer A standout feature of the website is the integration of interactive 3D models for all Jacon machines, allowing users to examine equipment features and designs in detail. Wh...