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Scientists invent heat-regulating building material  7/7/2011
Scientists invent heat-regulating building material
A new material that can retain and release heat according to specific temperature requirements could make a significant difference to the cost of heating and cooling buildings, ...
Australian infrastructure not "bad", but under imminent pressure  6/27/2011
Australian infrastructure not "bad", but under imminent pressure
Australia’s creaking infrastructure may not be as bad as many of us are lead to believe.
Engineering skills shortage problem still "chronic"  6/23/2011
Engineering skills shortage problem still "chronic"
A survey of over 2,300 engineers has found 60 per cent identified a skills shortage in their work area, according to the Australian National Engineering Taskforce.
Two-speed economy is alive & kicking  6/15/2011
Two-speed economy is alive & kicking
The two-speed economy is alive and kicking, albeit with only one of its legs.
Wind power generation saves environment, saves money  5/26/2011
Wind power generation saves environment, saves money
Although European countries have been quick to pick up wind power, Australia is a relative newcomer to the concept.
Working at height, safety remains high on agenda  5/2/2011
Working at height, safety remains high on agenda
Sadly never far from the media spotlight, OHS for the building and construction sector continues to be a hot topic.
Are you a victim of workplace theft?  4/18/2011
Are you a victim of workplace theft?
Theft costs Australian businesses a small fortune each year, and in many cases you should be pointing the finger at your own employees.
How climate change impacts infrastructure maintenance  3/28/2011
How climate change impacts infrastructure maintenance
Understanding how climate change could impact on the deterioration of the basic building block of much of Australia's infrastructure – concrete – is crucial to ensuring major assets ...
Engineering issues arising from earthquakes  3/23/2011
Engineering issues arising from earthquakes
American forensic engineer David Biggs knew the magnitude 6.3 earthquake in Christchurch on February 22 had changed public perceptions of engineering issues when a New York taxi ...
Wireless technology keeps tabs on infrastructure  3/16/2011
Wireless technology keeps tabs on infrastructure
Engineers routinely inspect bridges and other structures for cracks and corrosion.
Engineer issues arising from earthquakes  3/15/2011
Engineer issues arising from earthquakes
American forensic engineer David Biggs knew the magnitude 6.3 earthquake in Christchurch on February 22 had changed public perceptions of engineering issues when a New York taxi ...
Australian mechanical engineering faces skills shortage problems  2/28/2011
Australian mechanical engineering faces skills shortage problems
Mechanical engineering encompasses a broad church, from the design of air-conditioning systems and their installation to automotive materials handling and machinery design, but ...
Containing the spread of cane toads  2/25/2011
Containing the spread of cane toads
Exploiting the cane toad's biggest weakness - a thirst for water - could be the key to stopping its march across northern Australia, according to new research.
Modern houses survived Yasi  2/16/2011
Modern houses survived Yasi
James Cook University’s Cyclone Testing Station (CTS) team is now well advanced on their investigation in the areas most affected by Tropical Cyclone Yasi, focusing mainly on the ...
Civil engineering job prospects on the rise  2/14/2011
Civil engineering job prospects on the rise
If you’re currently a civil engineer wondering about your job prospects, you’re in luck – the industry is on the rise.
Indicators are showing a struggling economy  2/8/2011
Indicators are showing a struggling economy
The question lingering over the latest bout of weak economic figures is whether they have been depressed temporarily by adverse weather or reveal a longer-lasting economic malaise.
Industrial relations in Australia: The facts  1/31/2011
Industrial relations in Australia: The facts
Industrial relations (IR) is an all-encompassing term for the relationships existing between employers, workers and their representatives.
Construction jobs market faces bright future  1/24/2011
Construction jobs market faces bright future
In 2009, the full brunt of the global financial crisis (GFC) hit.
Sustainable houses low appeal  1/24/2011
Sustainable houses low appeal
Homeowners' reluctance to adopt proven sustainability innovations often results from an exaggerated view of the risks involved, according to research carried out at Victoria University. ...
Adapting flood plans to areas  1/21/2011
Adapting flood plans to areas
Tailored flooding solutions which cater to the unique requirements of the area are required, if we are able to adequately manage future flooding risks.
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