Overseeing the activities and functions of QLD’s building industry regulator, the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC), a new board has been appointed to transition the commission into a customer-focused and insights-driven regulator.Read More
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Through the Heavy Vehicle Driving Operations Skill Set offered in Western Australia, more than 230 graduates of the program have found employment after acquisition of heavy rigid (HR) licences.Read More
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Sandvik has signed an agreement to acquire extractive industry optimisation software Polymathian Industrial Mathematics, an Australia-based provider of advanced operation optimisation software and services. Read More
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A recent archaeological dig at a quarry in Scotland found evidence of a potential Roman battle on a former ironworking settlement, with some findings dating back to around 2000 BCE.Read More
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Set to be hosted online by the IQA on 17 November 2022, the Mental Health & Wellbeing Awareness Online Workshop provides the opportunity for members of all levels within the IQA to learn important principles of psychological safety.Read More
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Proficiency Testing Australia has completed the 31st round of a soils proficiency testing program on the determination of California Bearing Ratio (CBR) in soil.Read More
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With a growing emphasis on Chain of Responsibility legislation and improving productivity, access to accurate weight information and keeping track of loads has never been more important, which is where Position Partners come in. Read More
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Alan Hamilton has been at the helm of the Welding Industries of Australia (WIA) for almost 20 years. As the Australian welding manufacturer and supplier celebrates its 60th birthday, Alan reflects on the reasons the company has achieved success in a highly competitive landscape whilst remaining true to its slogan: trusted by the best. Read More
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