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- 11/09/2025
11/09/2025
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ā Headlines & Industry
Minister for Housing and Building Harriet Shing today introduced the Fairer Payments on Jobsites Bill, delivering tough new measures to help subcontractors recover money they are owed for completed work.
NSW will remove construction site speed limits outside active work hours under new legislation aimed at easing traffic. The reform ensures safety while preventing unnecessary slowdowns. Additional changes include seatbelt enforcement via mobile phone cameras and requiring foreign licence holders to co
Climate-focused venture capital firm Wollemi Capital has committed to investing more than $100 million to expand renewables developer MPowerās pipeline of mid-scale solar and battery energy storage projects after finalising its acquisition of the company.nvert to NSW licences within six months.
Mining companies have been urged to work with governments, transmission developers and energy providers to deliver a coordinated approach to building energy infrastructure in the Pilbara. A report commissioned by the Federal Governmentās Clean Energy Finance Corporation found that more than $30 billion could be saved over the next 25 years through a coordinated approach to developing renewable electricity transmission and generation infrastructure in the region.
šļø Projects
NSW
A seven-storey, $200m development is coming to the heart of Mosman.Luxury developer Dare Property Group is set to launch Amara Mosman, which will include 26 bespoke residences complemented by a concierge and a 1,600 sqm wellness and retail precinct.
Property developers will have clearer and more detailed information about requirements for building on flood-prone land in Coffs Harbour under draft changes to a document now on public exhibition. The Coffs Harbour Development Control Plan (DCP) 2015 (Part 4E) has been reviewed and amendments are proposed to ensure it remains effective and aligns with the NSW flood planning framework, the Council said in a statement today.
QLD
The Government has today announced funding of $4.3 million under the Residential Activation Fund will support the construction of a critical project in Rockhampton for the delivery 505 new homes.
TAS
Marinus Link has selected the DT InfrastructureāSamsung C&T joint venture, TasVic Greenlink, as preferred bidder for its final major contract. The project includes converter stations and 90km of civil works in Victoria. Construction begins in 2026, boosting local business, renewable energy integration, and grid resilience between Tasmania and Victoria.
VIC
The Victorian governmentās draft maps propose apartment towers up to 16 storeys across 25 Melbourne suburbs, aiming to boost housing near public transport. Planning control shifts from councils to the state will speed approvals. Bayside suburbs like Hampton and Brighton face height increases despite local opposition, with outer zones capped at 3ā6 storeys.
Bass Coast Shire Council has awarded a works contract for its Cowes Foreshore Precinct Project to Fulton Hogan. This major project is being delivered thanks to $8 million in funding from the Australian Governmentās Regional Precincts and Partnerships Program, alongside Council and private investment.
Significant challenges need to be overcome if Victoria is to meet its target of delivering 180,000 new homes in Melbourneās outer suburbs over the next ten years, an industry briefing has heard.
The Allan Labor Government has finalised a redevelopment plan for Apollo Bay Harbour, backed by $12.6 million federal funding. The project will improve public spaces, dining, pedestrian access, and port facilities, while preserving the harbourās historic character. It forms part of the $676 million Geelong City Deal to boost regional development.
WA
Neoen wants to develop a wind farm and giant eight hour battery in one of the windiest spots on W.A's main grid, as the state scrambles to quit coal by 2030.
A planning committee has approved Blackburneās 17-storey apartment development in South Perth, with an estimated end value of $162 million.
š§° Construction Au Other
Liebherrās Game of Cranes competition has entered its next stage, with five Australian operators shortlisted to compete in a national showdown in Adelaide, South Australia on September 25.
Verbrec said the divestment will strengthen its balance sheet and enable reinvestment into core operations, including energy transition and automation services. The company plans to pursue organic growth and bolt-on acquisitions aligned with its strategy to support sustainable infrastructure.
š Innovation, Digital & Futuristic Technology
With world-class infrastructure, a hub of startups, tech companies, and universities, all with a shared commitment to collaboration, Sydney is positioning itself as a global hub for innovation. But this isnāt Silicon Valley 2.0, it is something that will be uniquely Australian.
FLOAT AI in action through drill-and-blast sandstone. Untethered and in-service, The FLOAT AI is helping utilities and contractors rethink how high-risk sewer assets are inspected, prioritised, and managed at scale.
Tesla has unveiled its next-generation utility storage products, the Megapack 3 and the Megablock, which the company says will slash both installation times and construction costs.
Wipfliās 2025 report reveals constructionās digital journey is early-stage: 82% have AI strategies but limited integration; 73% plan cybersecurity investments amid widespread breaches. While real-time automation grows, and smaller firms adopt AI faster, enterprise-wide tech alignment remains crucial for turning tools into smarter, faster decision drivers.
š± Sustainability ā& Environment
KlimaKover, a low-energy cooling shelter, debuts on Governors Island, NY, offering 10x energy savings over traditional AC. Developed by Henning Larsen and partners, it uses solar-powered radiant panels to cool outdoor spaces. The prototype showcases scalable, sustainable cooling for cities amid rising heat stress and will tour NYC in 2026.
After years of dedicated research and development in cooperation with Victoria University and Reclaim Waste in Laverton, The Environmental Groupās PFAS extraction technology has been approved for operation at Reclaim Waste by the Environment Protection Authority Victoria (EPA VIC).
The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) has published a climate map that uses geospatial data, dynamic layers and static reference maps. The ABCB collaborated with the Department of Industry, Science and Resources data strategy team and the Digital Atlas of Australia team at Geoscience Australia to create the interactive map.
AI is transforming sustainable construction through smart design, energy optimization, and predictive maintenance. However, challenges like high costs, poor data access, interoperability issues, and lack of research in building renovation and heritage hinder widespread adoption. Researchers urge open standards, better datasets, and policy support to realize AIās full potential.
Material research studio Matter at Hand, founded by Assemble co-founder Lewis Jones, has created a prototype clay-based construction method named Poured Earth that emulates casting concrete.
š Around the World
Ethiopia inaugurated the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam on 9 September 2025, aiming to generate 6,000+ MW of electricity. Despite regional benefits, tensions persist with Egypt and Sudan over water rights, as no binding agreement governs dam operations. The project challenges colonial-era treaties and underscores the need for equitable transboundary water cooperation.
š Miscellaneous
Architect Michael Lewarne outlines eight systems for building adaptable, resilient architectural practices. These include strategic planning, clear positioning, knowledge sharing, flexible delivery, financial resilience, strong client relationships, team development, and intentional tech use. Embracing adaptability ensures practices stay relevant, thrive amid change, and help shape the future built environment.
Geologic hydrogen, also called natural or white hydrogen, forms underground through natural earth processes and could provide a low-carbon, cost-effective hydrogen source. Though promising for decarbonisation with vast scalability and low emissions, its commercial viability and extraction challenges require careful pilot projects, monitoring, and further research.
ACAās advocacy aims to protect consumers, support architects, and promote a sustainable, high-quality built environment. Through constructive engagement with government, industry, and stakeholders, ACA influences legislation and policy. In Victoria, recent efforts focused on the Domestic Building Contracts Amendment Bill, highlighting the need for mandated standards similar to NSWās successful DBP Act.
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