News and Industry Updates

Why Australia's Construction Workforce Can't Keep Up With Demand

Australia’s construction workforce is stretched thin as demand from housing, infrastructure, and energy projects keeps rising faster than labour supply.

STRABAG SE Targets Australian Market with Acquisition of Georgiou Group

STRABAG SE has announced plans to acquire Georgiou Group Pty Ltd, one of Australia's leading construction companies, in a major strategic move to enter the Australian market.

CREG Unveils 15.7m TBM for Sydney's Western Harbour Tunnel Package 2

CREG has completed production of TBM 1459, a 15.7-metre diameter slurry tunnel boring machine destined for Sydney's Western Harbour Tunnel Package 2. This is the largest TBM CREG has ever exported outside of China.

Australia's High-Speed Rail Project: Transforming Connectivity and Creating Opportunities

Australia's High Speed Rail Authority is developing an ambitious east coast rail network connecting major cities. The Newcastle-Sydney phase promises significant construction and employment opportunities.

Qantas Direct Flights to Auckland and Johannesburg: A Game-Changer for Perth’s Mining and Infrastructure Boom

Qantas' new direct flights from Perth to Auckland and Johannesburg launching December 2025 promise to attract global mining talent and accelerate Western Australia's economic growth in the resources sector.

Civmec Acquires Luerssen Australia | Naval Shipbuilding Jobs & Opportunities

Comparing Construction Marvels: Fehmarn Belt Fixed Link Vs. Australian Infrastructure Projects

Jordan compares the groundbreaking Fehmarn Belt Fixed Link between Denmark and Germany with Australia's impressive infrastructure projects, examining scale, budget, and advanced engineering techniques.

Australia's Mining Superpower Ambitions and Downer's Business Sale: Energex Apprenticeships Opportunities

A roundup of significant Australian mining and construction industry news, featuring insights on Australia's mining superpower ambitions, recent business developments, and exciting apprenticeship opportunities with Energex.

Major Infrastructure Projects: Construction, Connectivity, and Defence Developments Across All States

Australia's construction sector is booming with significant infrastructure projects underway across all states and territories. From NSW's $116.5 billion pipeline to defence developments, discover the latest projects enhancing connectivity and economic growth.

Catherine, First EPB TBM launched on Sydney Metro Project

A third Tunnel Boring Machine named Catherine has been launched on the Sydney Metro Western Sydney Airport project, marking a significant milestone in the infrastructure development of western Sydney.

Mega Infrastructure Projects of the Decade Australia 2020 - 2030

Discover the mega infrastructure projects transforming Australia from 2020-2030, featuring billion-dollar investments in rail, airports, and roads across the nation.

Major Infrastructure Projects Commencing in 2025: State-by-State Insights!

Australia is set for significant infrastructure development in 2025 with major tunnelling, roadway, and railway projects commencing across multiple states. Explore state-by-state insights into pivotal projects reshaping the nation.