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Boral launches Australian first asphalt mix from heavy-duty tyres

1 month ago | buildingconnection.com.au | Casey McGuire

Boral has launched an Australian first crumbed rubber asphalt mix from heavy-duty industrial vehicle tyres. This is set to replace common crumbed rubber from Off the Road (OTR) used for heavy-duty industrial vehicles. The alternative asphalt mix has a higher cracking resistance and extends the life of pavements up to two times of normal road treatment. OTR tyres are made for demanding conditions and support of heavy machinery used in construction, mining, aviation, manufacturing and agriculture.
LG expands its smart fridge range

2 months ago | buildingconnection.com.au | Casey McGuire

LG Electronics Australia has expanded its InstaView refrigerator lineup to include a bottom-mount fridge model. An InstaView sleek glass panel shows the fridge’s inside with two knows to allow users to see what’s inside the fridge without opening it to help reduce cold air loss and unnecessary temperature fluctuations. Its matte black finish compliments other LG appliances to create a cohesive and modern aesthetic for the kitchen.
UniSA creates SiteSeer program for construction and architecture students

2 months ago | buildingconnection.com.au | Casey McGuire

UniSA students can safely and freely navigate building sites and connect theory to practices using the SiteSeer program. Students experience a realistic digital environment of construction sites and learn to translate two-dimensional plans in three-dimensional structures to bridge the gap between plans and built reality.
Australian first study highlights rapid rise of silicosis in artificial stone work

2 months ago | buildingconnection.com.au | Casey McGuire

An Australian first Monash study shows the rapid rise of silicosis linked to artificial stonework. Australia is the first country to ban artificial stone in January 2025 as cases of silicosis in Victorian workers who fabricated and installed artificial stone benchtops have spiked.
VBA suspends, fines builder over public safety risk

Jan 6, 2025 | buildingconnection.com.au | Casey McGuire

Andrew Little has been suspended and issued a significant fine for risking public safety and causing serious financial and emotional harm to consumers. The ADL Home Building and Constructions worker was delivered a show cause notice by the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) foreshadowing disciplinary action on 58 grounds, including knowingly disobeying the Building Act 1993.
Sustainable ‘cardboard’ homes could become resource-efficient temporary solution

Dec 2, 2024 | buildingconnection.com.au | Sean Carroll

A pioneering approach to resource-efficient building design from several universities and industry partners could give people quicker access to high-quality temporary homes after disasters like flooding. Researchers have teamed up with government and industry partners to develop a bio-based, low-carbon housing system using waste cardboard and under-utilised timber materials sourced from the local area.
Building stakeholder call for NCC review and update

Nov 10, 2024 | buildingconnection.com.au | San Williams

A coalition of industry, built environment and social sector stakeholders are calling for the commitment to the regular three-year review and update of the National Construction Code (NCC) following a recent industry dialogue attended by Australia’s building ministers.
Central Element breaks ground on Coogee Ballamac House

Nov 5, 2024 | buildingconnection.com.au | San Williams

Highly regarded Sydney builder/developer Central Element (CE) has broken ground on its Ballamac House project in Coogee. Officially marking the commencement of construction, this is the fifth project scheduled to be delivered by CE in 2025, with the five amounting to an end value of more than $700 million.
KingGee launches its XtremeGuard Footwear Range

Nov 3, 2024 | buildingconnection.com.au | San Williams

KingGee launches its XtremeGuard Footwear Range, an industrial safety footwear range combining innovative technologies with modern design. Designed by Workwear Group footwear designer/developer Emma Shirgwin, the boots offer comprehensive functionality and gender-specific options, tailored to meet the diverse needs of workers. “The range incorporates state-of-the-art technologies including reinforced toe caps, anti-slip soles, heat-resistant materials and ergonomic designs,” Emma says.
Report reveals construction demand growing but lacks trust

Oct 20, 2024 | buildingconnection.com.au | San Williams

A recent report based on consumer research by Equifax has revealed that the construction demand is growing but is still impacted by a lack of trust. Half of Australians (51%) plan to purchase, renovate or build a home or investment property in the next five years, up from 45% of Australians in 2023. Despite this, these ambitions are constrained by concerns about building quality, builder solvency, defects and delays.