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Make safe work your business

At the start of National Safe Work Month, Safe Work Australia is encouraging all Australians to make safety their business.

Dubbo Bridge project taking shape

  Work on the once-in-a-generation new Dubbo Bridge continues to progress with one third of the concrete deck now in …

Largest Australian solar salt project kicks off

The third largest solar salt project in the world has commenced operations in Western Australia’s Pilbara region, after BCI Minerals …

New parts warehouse for Kubota Australia

  Kubota Australia has officially opened the doors to its state-of-the-art parts warehouse in Victoria, marking a significant milestone in …

Builders sponsor robotics group

  Leading constructors Laing O’Rourke and John Holland will help lead the future of robotics by working with local developers …

High fatalities for machinery operators

  Machinery operators and drivers accounted for the highest proportion of worker fatalities in Australia (37 per cent) in 2003, …

Builders pave the way for solving workforce shortages

Master Builders Australia says the building and construction industry needs 130,000 additional workers this year to overcome workforce shortages.

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What do your Cat® machines mean to you?

  Get reliable solutions for any application with genuine Cat® parts and services.

The Kobelco SK850LC: The perfect digging machine

  Kobelco’s massive new SK850LC excavator has taken durability to the next level.

Komatsu: Good as gold

  Komatsu is back again as the Gold sponsor of the National Diesel Dirt & Turf Expo.
epiroc local mix

Epiroc helps break it down for Local Mix

  Local Mix provides quarrying products, recycled concrete, and mobile crushing services to clients across Victoria. And to keep business …
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Epiroc: Clearing the air

Epiroc’s water spraying systems for its range of hydraulic attachments offer a variety of efficiency and productivity benefits. But, as …
The Volvo ECR235E

Short swing, big potential: the Volvo ECR235E

How Volvo’s ECR235E short-swing excavator with Co-Pilot technology is setting new standards for precision and efficiency.

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Case Study

Cat® AP400 paves way for Malatesta success

  In the South West of WA, when asphalt sealing jobs need to be done, one company comes to mind: …

Avalon Group: Cat® 140 Grader has the final say

  In road grading work, the final touch is the most crucial. And for this, Cat® equipment has proven to …

Volvo comfort and performance key to Densford Civil success

  With a third of its fleet comprised of Volvos, WA-based Densford Civil has grown to become an industry leader …

WA Limestone and Kobelco: Solid as a rock

  The power of Kobelco’s XD series excavators has proven to be indispensable for WA Limestone, a quarry operator working …

Events

Celebrating excellence in building and construction

  The winners of the Master Builders Australia 2024 National Business Excellence Awards have been named, held at Metropolis Events …

Challenge finds top local Caterpillar dealer technicians

  The Asia-Pacific leg of the inaugural Caterpillar Global Dealer Technician Challenge was held in Melbourne last week, aiming to …

CCF Qld recognises civil construction achievers

  The winners of the 2024 Civil Contractors Federation Queensland  (CCF Qld) Earth Awards, People’s Awards, and Industry Training Awards …

BULK is back

  The Australian Bulk Handling Expo (BULK) will be held this year at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, from …

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Services

Yellowgate: Easing into machinery ownership

  Equipment rental specialist Yellowgate outlines the reasons why renting machinery before buying can be a prudent financial decision for …

Get smart with G.E.T

  Scott Lidster of Australian Earth Training provides tips to machine operators on maximising the lifespan of ground-engaging tools (G.E.T).

Comprehensive wellpoint dewatering services

  In the demanding world of construction, effective dewatering programs and groundwater management are crucial for maintaining project timelines and …

Motion: Tailored training supports transient workforce

  When you’re investing thousands of dollars in complex equipment, it pays to make sure you get the most out …

Last call for Hitachi dump trucks auction

  Here’s the last call for your chance to snap up heavy-duty equipment upgrades in the form of Hitachi EH …