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3rd International Urban Design Conference - 09/03/2010
The 3rd International Urban Design Conference is being held from August 30 to September 1, 2010, at the National Convention Centre, Canberra. Read More... |
Blue Lagoon received architecture accolade - 09/03/2010
Mackay's Bluewater Lagoon has been named one of the region's best examples of architectural design. Read More... |
Watpac wins $40m of Civil & Mining Contracts including Flinders Street Redevelopment in Townsville. - 08/03/2010
Watpac’s Civil & Mining division has successfully bid for $40 million worth of projects including Major project for Townsville City Council - Flinders Street Redevelopment.... Download File: WATPAC announcement.pdf Read More... |
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New electronic development assessment for Cairns - 05/03/2010
Cairns Regional Council will roll out a new electronic development assessment system to speed up the application process and reduce costs for councils and industry, Minister for Infrastructure and Planning Stirling Hinchliffe announced today (Friday 5th March). Read More... |
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Planning for the future - builder appointed for Pacific Motorway widening - 04/03/2010
The construction company that will widen the Pacific Motorway (M1) from four to six lanes between Nerang and Worongary has been selected, clearing the way for work to begin next month. Read More... |
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Unlock the door to Government Funding - FREE Workshop - 04/03/2010
Do you want to take advantage of the numerous government funding programs available but not sure where to start? Confused about how to get the best advice for your business? Download File: Government_Funding_FREE_Workshop.pdf Read More... |
2010 North Queensland Regional Architecture Awards - 04/03/2010
Seventeen architectural projects were entered into this year's awards, ranging from Magnetic Island and Hamilton Island to Townsville and Ingham. Read More... |
Bowen show goes climate smart with low carbon diet - 03/03/2010
Climate Change and Sustainability Minister Kate Jones said the Bowen Pastoral Agricultural Association had received $9,900 to transform the annual show into a climate smart event. Read More... |
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Three of the big four mirror Reserve Bank's increase - 03/03/2010
Three of the big four banks have officially raised their standard variable mortgage rate in line with the Reserve Bank’s 25 basis point increase. Read More... |
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Commet invited on proposed Hancock rail corridor - 28/02/2010
Work has begun to secure a 500-kilometre land corridor for a potential new rail project which could move bulk coal from Hancock’s Alpha Coal mine to the Port of Abbot Point... Read More... |
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Information for workers in the Insulation Industry - 26/02/2010
The Australian Government has announced an assistance package for workers affected by the cancellation of the Home insulation Program...... Download File: Information for Insulation Workers in the Construction Industry.pdf Read More... |
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Questions & Answers - Renewable Enegry Bonuses and Support for Affected Workers - 26/02/2010
Hotline numbers for Employers, Staff, Home Owners .... Download File: 100225InsulationFAQs.pdf Read More... |
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$9 MILLION FOR SCIENCE FACILITIES IN REGIONAL QUEENSLAND SCHOOLS - 19/02/2010
Premier Anna Bligh and Education Minister Geoff Wilson today announced that 10 regional Queensland schools will share in $9 million for state-of-the-art science facilities. Read More... |
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Green Townhouse Development Shows Star Credentials - 15/02/2010
A townhouse complex at Redbank Plains is the first in South East Queensland to meet tough new environmental requirements for the maximum six star energy rating in new residential buildings. Read More... |
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Northern Pipeline Interconnector Stage Two Approved. - 15/02/2010
The Federal Government today approved the underground reverse flow Northern Pipeline Interconnector stage two (NPI2) between Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. Read More... |
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Central West Queensland to get 1 million over next 4 years to help stimulate economic growth. - 15/02/2010
Regional development organisations in Central West Queensland (Fitzroy) will be eligible for almost $1M over the next four years to help stimulate economic growth and create jobs. Read More... |
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Action Stations for Social Housing in Queensland. - 15/02/2010
Housing Minister Karen Struthers said the Bligh Government is rolling out 4,038 new social housing dwellings across Queensland, with 3,000 of them to be completed by the end of this year. Read More... |
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Jobs Growth for Queensland - 15/02/2010
New Figures show jobs growth and unemployment down in QLD.. Read More... |
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Revised sustainability declaration now available. - 07/02/2010
A simplified, new sustainability declaration is now available to ensure homeowners can supply important information to potential buyers. Under laws in place since January 1, anyone selling a house, townhouse or unit must provide a declaration listing their home’s sustainable features... Read More... |
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APPOINTMENT OF QUEENSLAND CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL MANAGING CONTRACTOR - 28/01/2010
The $1.2 billion Queensland Children’s Hospital moved one step closer to reality today with the appointment of Abigroup Contractors Pty Ltd as the project’s managing contractor. Read More... |
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Economy still the major challenge in 2010: Fraser - 28/01/2010
Treasurer Andrew Fraser said Queensland’s economic recovery was underway but warned challenges remained. Read More... |
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Improved Econcomic Forescast welcome. - 28/01/2010
Access Economics’ latest Business Outlook forecasts the Queensland economy to grow faster than the nation in 2009-10. Read More... |
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Free User Choice Information Sessions - 25/01/2010
From 1 July 2010, the Queensland Government will intorduce a range of changes to User Choice to better meet the needs of employers, apprentices and trainees. Download File: Factsheet - User Choice Information Sessions.pdf Read More... |
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TENDER AWARDED FOR TOOWOOMBA BIRTHING CENTRE PROJECT - 24/01/2010
The $1 million redevelopment of Toowoomba Hospital’s new birthing centre is in full swing with the appointment of the successful tenderer. Read More... |
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3,700 jobs created last month: fifth straight month of job creation in Queensland - 24/01/2010
New jobs data today revealed Queensland’s trend jobless rate for December was 6.1%, down from the published November figure of 6.2%... Read More... |
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Work Starts on Cairns Cruise Ship Terminal Redevelopment - 24/01/2010
The first sod was turned today on the $11.2 million Cairns cruise ship terminal redevelopment.. Read More... |
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Massive social housing roll-out boosts Queensland economy - 24/01/2010
Queenslanders are due to see a massive roll-out of social housing across the state as the Bligh Government works to build more than 3000 social housing dwellings by the end of this year.... Read More... |
New - Current Projects Advertising - 11/01/2010
BIO is maximizing advertising exposure for our members with our new ‘Current Projects” – Advertising page. Only those projects listed as current and available will be promoted... Download File: Current Project Advertising.pdf Read More... |
Clements Apprenticeship & Traineeship Services - 04/01/2010
Clements Apprenticeship & Traineeship Services have taken on the responsibiity of sourcing potential apprentices and trainees and act as the "go between" between the trainee,Registered Training Organisation and relevant government bodies,such as the Australian Apprenticeship Centre. You get all the benefits of hiring an appretice without any hassle, making it easier for your business to source train and develop entry level staff..... Download File: Clements Apprecticship and Traineeship Services.pdf Read More... |
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Changes to BSA Legislation - 09/12/2009
From 1 December 2009, there will be a change to building licensing regulations in Queensland. Most work valued at $3,300 or less is now exempt from BSA’s licensing requirements. The previous threshold was $1,100. The following PDF provides answers to questions you may have about what has changed and the impact of this legislative amendment Download File: BSA Legislation Update.pdf Read More... |
BIO November Newsletter - 02/12/2009
For the full information on our October Newsletter including Industry Updates and Member only deals, click the link below. Read More... |
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Cutting Red Tape for Small Business - Superannuation Clearing House Service - 16/11/2009
The Minister for Superannuation, Chris Bowen MP, and Minister for Small Business, Craig Emerson MP, today announced that the Government will deliver its free superannuation clearing house service for small business through Medicare Australia.... Read More... |
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Government Partners with Industry to Provide Additional Training Places - 16/11/2009
The Minister for Education, Julia Gillard, today announced that the Rudd Government will co-fund up to 11,000 additional training places for small and medium business in a $25 million program designed to address skills shortages as the economy improves... Read More... |
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Government Opens Jobs Fund Round 2 - 16/11/2009
Minister for Employment Participation, Senator Mark Arbib, today invited organisations to apply for the second round of the Australian Government’s Jobs Fund.... Read More... |
Easy Step BIO Training starts this Friday, 13th November. - 12/11/2009
Want to learn how to use Building Industry Online to benefit your business? Join our online traning session this Friday 13th November and make your membership work for you.... Download File: BIO Training Webinar.pdf Read More... |
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Daunia Coal Mine Project Advances to next stage - 05/11/2009
The Environmental Impact Statement for a new coal mine near Moranbah, in the Bowen Basin, has been approved by the Queensland Co-ordinator - General Colin Jensen. Read More... |
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Changes to Queensland's Building Laws - Free Training Sessions across QLD - 03/11/2009
Free Training Sessions will be held across QLD for proposed changes to: Swimming Pool Safety Laws for new pools form 1 December, 2009 as well as other miscellaneous building matters and new government policies.... Download File: Changes to the Queensland Government Building Laws - Free Training Sessions.pdf Read More... |
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A Current List of Major Projects in the Cairns and Surrounding Region for 2009/10 - 02/11/2009
This publication lists current and upcoming major capital works and related projects in the private and public sectors. Please download attached PDF. Download File: Major Projects Cairns and Surrounding.pdf Read More... |
BIO October Newsletter - 27/10/2009
For the full information on our October Newsletter including Industry Updates and Member only deals, click the link below. Read More... |
BIO New Office Openning - 27/10/2009
Our first networking event was a hugh hit.... Download File: Event Memories.pdf Read More... |
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North Queensland Energy Forum - 27/10/2009
Townsville Enterprise and the Energy Users Association of Australia are proud to present the 6th Annual North Queensland Energy Forum, 10 November 2009.... Download File: sa_fulfillment_44028_NQEF-Program-191009.pdf Read More... |
Member Specials! - John Bradley RetraVision. - 26/10/2009
John Bradley Retravision is supporting their fellow members with some great Trade specials. Download the attached PDF for more information.... Download File: BIO Trade Speicals - John Bradley Retravision.pdf Read More... |
Current Queensland Government Tender Opportunities - 19/10/2009
Building Industry Online provides you with a direct link to current Queensland Government Construction Industry Tender opportunities through the Project Services eTender system.... Read More... |
Bank of Queensland Special offer to all BIO Members - 16/10/2009
Special offer to members of Building Industry Online. No Application Fee on your home loan and 0.7% off BOQ Standard Variable Interest Rate.... Download File: BOQ North Ward Flyer.pdf Read More... |
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Are you looking to get PQC Qualified? - 02/10/2009
To protect the investment of Queensland taxpayers and to expedite the delivery of Queensland Government building infrastructure programs, the Government has a policy of prequalification or registration for all consultants, contractors and suppliers of building related services.. Read More... |
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How to register with Q-Build - 02/10/2009
A large number of Q-Build Projects are currently on Building Industry Online and in order to be eligable you will need to ensure that your organisation is registered with Q-Build.... Read More... |
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Update on Changes to the Code of Compliance - 28/09/2009
The guidelines were changed to reflect the changes made to the workplace relations system by the Fair Work Act 2009. These amendments return the Guidelines to the original intent of the Code as agreed between Federal and State/Territory governments in 1997.... Read More... |
FREE Business Imporvement & Growth Workshop - 23/09/2009
Learn how to successfully improve your productivity, competitiveness and efficiency with the dynamic prospects expected within the economy in the short term future. Download File: sa_fulfillment_43802_FREEBusinessImprovementGrowthWorkshopTownsville.doc Read More... |
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New R & D Tax Credit - 18/09/2009
Releasing the Research and Development Tax Incentive Consultation Paper, Treasurer Wayne Swan and Innovation Minister Kim Carr urged business and other stakeholders to make their voices heard on reforms to the scheme...... Read More... |
BIO launches its new General Public service. - 17/09/2009
This newly developed service has been designed specifically for the general public, who are looking to have work done or developing their property. The BIO jobs board provides links to vital industry contacts to help General Public members take their projects to the next level.... Download File: INTHEKNOW-R.mp3 Read More... |
Building Industry Online - Radio Ad!. Listen now! - 17/09/2009
Building Industry Online has commenced their new advertising campaign. Listen now! Download File: GREATIDEA-NEW.mp3 Read More... |
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Update on Code Compliance Requirements for the BER project. - 16/09/2009
Commonwealth OH&S compliance requirements has been suspended for all BER work and that Code Compliance for Subcontractors is NOT required....... Download File: Code Compliance Update Sept 09.pdf Read More... |
Updates of Award Rates 1st September, 2009 - 07/09/2009
Please download attached Wageline fact sheet of Award Rates effective 1st Sept, 200 Download File: Building Construction Industry Award - State 2003.pdf Read More... |
Small Business Support Line - 07/09/2009
The support line is a free service offering small business advice and support over the phone and was officially launched by Small Business Minister Dr Craig Emerson...... Download File: 090904 Support line response.pdf Read More... |
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Market Rates for 457 Visas - 07/09/2009
The Minister for Immigration and Citizenship, Senator Chris Evans, today announced details of the requirement for temporary skilled overseas workers to be paid market salary rates.... Download File: 085 Sep 6 Market rates for 457 visas.pdf Read More... |
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BIO August News Letter - 01/09/2009
Welcome to our new Newsletter format - a reflection of lots of new, improved and exciting changes that have occured at Building Indutry Online over the past 2 months. Building Industry Online is continuing to expand and we now have just over 1100 members!..... Download File: BIO August Newsletter 2009 final.pdf Read More... |
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Support from Industry Capability Network Queensland ( ICNQ) - 25/08/2009
ICNQ will be running a series of presentations for sub contractors and suppliers to the building industry throught Queensland. Notifications and invitations will be published in regional newspapers and on their website www.icnqld.org.au Read More... |
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Increasing activity from Building the Education Revolution (BER) - 25/08/2009
Increasing activity from Building the Education Revolution ( BER) Read More... |
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WINZIP - 03/03/2009
www.winzip.com : WinZip® is the most trusted way to work with compressed files. No other compression utility is as easy-to-use or offers the comprehensive and productivity-enhancing approach that has made WinZip the gold standard for file-compression tools. Read More... |
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Download FREE PDF Writer - 03/03/2009
PDF 995 is the fast, affordable way to create professional-quality documents in the popular PDF file format. (Win 95, 98, 2000 and Me, NT 4.0 and XP). Go to www.pdf995.com to download free today. Read More... |
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Six Workplace Relations Principles for Code Compliance - 22/02/2009
Summarises the six main principles Contractors must adopt in order to comply with the workplace relations elements of the Code Read More... |
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Code and Guidelines Compliance for Subcontractors - 08/02/2009
The National Code of Practice for the Construction Industry (the Code) establishes minimum standards businesses must meet to be eligible for Australian Government building and construction work. The Australian Government Implementation Guidelines for the National Code of Practice for the Construction Industry (the Guidelines) provide supporting detail on Code compliance requirements. Only parties who are Code compliant can tender to undertake building and construction activities on Australian Government funded projects. This condition applies to the head contractor, subcontractors, project managers, , consultants and material suppliers. Read More... |
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Projects on the go - - 08/02/2009
A list of major projects on the go has been compiled by the Heavy Engineering Industry Reference Group (HEIRG) from publicly available sources. They are at various stages of implementation from Committed, feasibility, design through to tender and construction. HEIRG is a partnership between the Queensland Department of Tourism, Regional Development and Industry through the Office of Advanced Manufacturing, industry and unions to further business opportunities for the engineering, machinery and equipment sector. Read More... |
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Master Builders Backs Government's Housing and Schools Building Program - 08/02/2009
Master Builders Australia, the peak body for the building and construction industry, today reaffirmed its support for the Government’s visionary nation building and jobs plan that will see a reinvestment in social... Read More... |
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Government’s Stimulus Package Welcome Boost for Building Industry - 08/02/2009
Master Builders Australia, the peak body for the building and construction industry, said the Government’s Nation Building and Jobs Plan will provide a welcome and timely boost to the building and construction... Read More... |
