A construction materials producer has upgraded an abandoned road network free of charge to help young people obtain driver’s licences – one of the major barriers to employment.
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IQA membership value more than just the education on offer
It’s an exciting time for the Institute of Quarrying Australia. I have to thank Clayton Hill for his leadership and passion in overseeing transformational change in the Institute in the past two years.
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Thinking about our workforce’s future skills, professional development
Geelong was a wonderful host for the IQA’s 62nd annual conference in October. The city itself showcased a progressive region that supports infrastructure growth, tourism, agriculture and light industry. The theme – The Future of Quarrying – was apt for the region as we had the privilege of visiting Barro Point Wilson and Boral Deer Park Quarries.
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WIQ conferences go from strength to strength
The IQA has recently hosted two very successful Women in Quarrying conferences in New South Wales and Queensland.
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IQA Conference 2019: Focusing on the future of quarrying
The Geelong Football Club’s home stadium and modern convention centre were a grand backdrop to this year’s IQA annual conference – which highlighted the industry’s progress and people, and debated its future challenges. Damian Christie reports.
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New environmental guidelines developed for concrete batch plants
The CCAA has released a new resource aimed at helping concrete batch plant operators comply with their environmental obligations.
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Education Foundation returns to the IQA fold
The Australian Institute of Quarrying Education Foundation has formed a new governance structure under the Institute of Quarrying Australia, in a move expected to generate savings of up to $50,000.
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Key industry figures to lead safety seminar
The impact of automation, critical control management, dust control and aerial observational data will feature on the agenda of an upcoming construction materials safety seminar in New South Wales.
Hanson parent balances economic, environmental targets
Following record sales and profit figures, global aggregates producer HeidelbergCement has moved to prioritise climate protection by committing to ambitious emission reduction targets.
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