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Milestone for Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport airport metro as viaduct complete
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The Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport project has achieved a milestone with the completion of more than 3.2 km of elevated viaducts.
WA: Skilled migrants and employers mix to build construction workforce
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The Construction Employment Connect 2024 event aims to connect WA’s construction companies with skilled migrants who have completed a job-readiness workshop.
Australian engineering education report reveals gains despite ongoing challenges
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The Australian Council of Engineering Deans and Engineers Australia have released the Australian Engineering Education Statistics 2012 – 2022 Report.
New Zealand
Great news for Migrants and Businesses as NZ announces huge changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) in 2025
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The New Zealand Government has announced reforms to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) beginning January 2025.
Delay on infrastructure projects impacting New Zealand
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Engineering New Zealand Chief Executive Dr Richard Templer says the delay on infrastructure projects coming to market is impacting Kiwis.
New Zealand release low-emission hydrogen plan
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The NZ Government has released a Hydrogen Action Plan which sets out key steps to unlock private sector investment in hydrogen energy
Project Spotlight: New Zealand’s Takitimu North Link
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Takitimu North Link is a major infrastructure project designed to improve safety and connectivity in the Bay of Plenty region of New Zealand.
Surveying
Plowman Craven launches Australian operation with new Sydney office
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Plowman Craven has announced its entry into the Australian market with the opening of an office in Sydney.
Australia desperately needs more Surveyors!
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While surveying is a well-established profession in Australia, the country is currently experiencing severe shortages of Surveyors.
Setting Out vs. Surveying: Understanding the Differences and Similarities
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While surveying and setting out both involve precise measurements and similar tools, they serve different purposes in construction.
Q&A with Michael Hatton, the Founder and Director of TSS Total Surveying Solutions
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“Surveying is the best job ever,” says Michael Hatton, the Founder and Managing Director of Total Surveying Solutions (TSS) in our latest Q&A.
Projects
Project Spotlight: Parramatta Light Rail
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The Parramatta Light Rail transportation project in Sydney consists of 30 stops and 22km of track, aimed to improve connectivity and growth.
A Complete List of Major Infrastructure Projects in Australia
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We have compiled a comprehensive list of Australia’s top major civil infrastructure projects currently underway.
Project Spotlight: Cross River Rail
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Cross River Rail is a new 10.2-kilometre rail line which includes 5.9 kilometres of a tunnel under the Brisbane River and CBD.
Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) – Melbourne’s biggest infrastructure investment
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The Suburban Rail Loop (SRL) is a 90-kilometre rail loop of the Melbourne metropolitan area and Victoria’s biggest infrastructure investment.
Companies
BMD’s strategic growth and diversification delivers record-breaking FY24 performance
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It has been another record-breaking year for BMD Group with a revenue of more than $2.3 billion in its 45th year of operations.
New appointments to Skanska UK Executive Management Team
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Skanska UK has announced internal appointments to its Executive Management Team.
Georgiou Group advances negotiations with global construction giant, STRABAG Group
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Georgiou Group has entered advanced negotiations for the proposed acquisition of by STRABAG Group, a global construction giant.
Top Civil Engineering and Construction Companies in Australia 2025
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A list of the top civil engineering and construction companies in Australia: CPB Contractors, Laing O’Rourke, John Holland and more.
UK News
New appointments to Skanska UK Executive Management Team
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Skanska UK has announced internal appointments to its Executive Management Team.
Ferrovial secures largest UK construction contract in its history with high-speed rail project
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The Ferrovial BAM joint venture will design and build UK high-speed track infrastructure for the entire 140-mile route of HS2.
Working Holiday Visa 417 Holders: Register your interest in civil engineering and surveying jobs in Australia
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Are you a Civil Engineer, a Construction Professional or a Surveyor heading to Australia on a Working Holiday Visa (417)?ConsultANZ has job opportunities for you.
‘Black hole’ Britain must learn lessons from HS2
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The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) has published a report, The cancellation of HS2 Northern’s leg – learning lessons.
Job Search Tips
How to write an Australian CV
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Applying for a job in Australia? Our blog has the tips, examples, and requirements needed to write the perfect Australian CV.
State and Territory Registration Requirements for Engineers in Australia
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Every Australian State and Territory has its own professional engineer process, each with different requirements and qualifications.
What is RPEQ – a Registered Professional Engineer of QLD?
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RPEQ registration ensures that Engineers in Queensland maintain high standards of quality, safety, and professionalism.
Understanding the differences between Australia’s Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 Contractors
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If you are planning to work in Australia’s construction industry, it is important you understand the three different tiers of contractors.
Graduates
Working Holiday Visa 417 for Civil Engineers and Surveyors wanting to live and work in Australia
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The 417 visa is a Working Holiday Visa. It is a temporary visa allowing you to work and holiday in Australia for up to 12 months.
Snowy Hydro joins forces with ATSE to boost STEM gender diversity
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Snowy Hydro will offer financial scholarships to two undergraduates from underrepresented groups through ATSE’s Elevate program.
Graduate Programs for Civil Engineers in Australia and New Zealand
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Are you a recent Civil Engineering Graduate with little or no work experience? You might be interested in Graduate Programes.
$80m Institute of Applied Technology for Construction officially opens in Western Sydney
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The $80 million Institute of Applied Technology for Construction will offer trade education and industry-responsive training in NSW.
Skilled Migrants
Great news for Migrants and Businesses as NZ announces huge changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) in 2025
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The New Zealand Government has announced reforms to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV) beginning January 2025.
WA: Skilled migrants and employers mix to build construction workforce
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The Construction Employment Connect 2024 event aims to connect WA’s construction companies with skilled migrants who have completed a job-readiness workshop.
Australia desperately needs more Surveyors!
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While surveying is a well-established profession in Australia, the country is currently experiencing severe shortages of Surveyors.
International Recruitment: Civil Engineering, Construction, Surveying
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ConsultANZ is an expert in international recruitment of Civil Engineers, Construction Professionals and Surveyors for vacancies across Australia and New Zealand.
Technology
Robotics Australia Group confirms Laing O’Rourke and John Holland as construction industry sponsors
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Laing O’Rourke and John Holland will sponsor Robotics Australia Group (RAG) to test and integrate emerging robotics and automation solutions.
A comprehensive overview of estimation software used in Australia and New Zealand
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In Australia and New Zealand, a variety of estimation software platforms are used across the construction, civil engineering, and infrastructure sectors.
New project aims to revolutionise tunnel infrastructure installation with robotic AI
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Automated Tunnel Robotic Installation System (ATRIS) the first robotic and AI solution set to revolutionise the installation of mechanical and civil services in tunnels.
Costain successfully trials concrete sensor technology
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Costain has successfully trialled Maturix concrete sensor technology to monitor the strength and temperature of concrete for projects.
Sustainability & Renewables
New Zealand release low-emission hydrogen plan
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The NZ Government has released a Hydrogen Action Plan which sets out key steps to unlock private sector investment in hydrogen energy
Gamuda & Ferrovial JV signs ECI agreement for Oven Mountain Pumped Hydro Storage project
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Gamuda and Ferrovial Construction (GFJV) have signed an Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) agreement with Alinta Energy for the Oven Mountain Pumped Hydro Storage project.
Star of the South shares latest project update
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Australia’s offshore wind project, Star of the South, has released an update following five years of feasibility studies and consultation.
HumeLink transmission project receives tick of approval from NSW Government
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HumeLink transmission project has been approved by the NSW Government, making it one of the largest transmission projects to be approved in the state’s history.
More Sustainability & Renewables
Opinion
How ConsultANZ can help you find your next hire – Civil Engineering I Construction I Surveying
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If you are struggling to attract civil engineering or construction candidates for your Australian or New Zealand business, it’s time to reach out to ConsultANZ.
10 Reasons why Australia is a great place for Civil Engineers
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Thinking of moving to Australia to live and work? Here are ten reasons we think it’s worth moving Down Under.
Q&A with Michael Hatton, the Founder and Director of TSS Total Surveying Solutions
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“Surveying is the best job ever,” says Michael Hatton, the Founder and Managing Director of Total Surveying Solutions (TSS) in our latest Q&A.
Could you be a Recruiter? ConsultANZ is hiring!
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If you are interested in giving recruitment a go, ConsultANZ is on the lookout for people who are driven, hard-working and team-players.
