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August 13, 2026

Highest Paying Construction Jobs in Australia (2026): Salaries, FIFO & Mining Roles Explained

Discover the highest-paying construction jobs in Australia in 2026, including salary ranges for major projects, FIFO, mining, tunnelling, trades and senior roles.

July 1, 2026

Visa Fees Jump From 1 July 2026: What It Means for Construction Hiring and Migrant Workers

Australia’s visa application charges increased from 1 July 2026, with several employer-sponsored skilled visa streams seeing sharp fee rises. The changes add extra cost for construction, civil and mining employers already relying on sponsored workers, while higher salary thresholds also make sponsorship harder for some lower-margin roles. The fee rise is unlikely to stop migrant labour supply, but it does make sponsorship planning, budgeting and candidate selection more important.

July 14, 2026

Bechtel Named Delivery Partner for Newcastle to Sydney High-Speed Rail Development Phase

Bechtel has been appointed Delivery Partner for the Newcastle to Sydney High-Speed Rail development phase, marking a major step for Australia’s east coast rail ambitions. The project is now moving deeper into planning, design and delivery readiness, with major workforce and infrastructure implications ahead.

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