Aust construction sector looks in for continued growth
Australia's construction sector is poised for continued growth, despite a likely softening of the economy driven by slowing consumer spending and jobs growth, industry experts say.

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  Demolition company fined after accident injures worker
A Malaga demolition company has been fined $30,000 for failing to provide a safe workplace for its employees.

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  Building Commission’s audit program educates south-west builders
The Building Commission’s audit blitz of the south-west region including Ballarat and Geelong has highlighted the importance of educating builders on the features of the new Building (Interim) Regulations 2005, according to Building Commissioner, Tony Arnel

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Owner-Builder Laws Push Shonky Builders Out
Owner-builder permits in Victoria have decreased significantly in the latest quarter following the introduction of owner-builder law reforms in June this year.

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Sydney 60s project homes unique and visionary
The NSW Chapter of the Royal Australian Institute of Architects (RAIA) has defended post-war project home villages in Sydney, saying they were “unique in their planning and vision” and “raised the living standards for the everyday new home purchaser”.

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Beattie Government's Mini-Budget - The Wrap
While last Friday's mini budget is overwhelmingly aimed at fixing the ailing Queensland health system, the Property Council was pleased to see the Government heeded the Property Council’s call to recommit to the infrastructure plan for South-East Queensland.

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Wages growth could be a concern for firms:economists
A strong rise in average weekly earnings suggests the current pace of wages growth is a concern for businesses, economists say.

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