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External cladding banned in Victoria
Victorian government

External cladding banned in Victoria

The ban is set to tighten fire safety in multi-storey buildings and may pressure other Australian states to follow Victoria’s lead.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Wed, 27th Jan 2021
Australia’s rail manufacturing capabilities must be recognised
Supply Chain

Australia’s rail manufacturing capabilities must be recognised

A Victorian train order is expected to protect 100 manufacturing jobs and bolster calls for a national rail procurement framework.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Thu, 1st Oct 2020
The COVID-19 impact on NZ market dynamics
Hybrid & Remote Work

The COVID-19 impact on NZ market dynamics

Auckland landlords and developers now face slower office demand and delayed projects as COVID-19 and recession fears cloud the recovery.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Thu, 10th Sep 2020
What Australia’s $50m inland port can teach us about rail
Supply Chain

What Australia’s $50m inland port can teach us about rail

Cheaper freight and fewer truck trips are expected as the terminal links directly to the Port of Melbourne and cuts Monash Freeway congestion.

By Staff Writer • 5 min read • Tue, 25th Aug 2020
Workplace wellness rises up the agenda
Hybrid & Remote Work

Workplace wellness rises up the agenda

Health and hygiene measures are likely to become permanent fixtures as the COVID-19 outbreak pushes employers to rethink office design and indoor air quality.

By Michael Curreen • 9 min read • Mon, 30th Mar 2020
How this Kiwi-Aussie partnership is making breakthroughs in construction
Software-as-a-Service

How this Kiwi-Aussie partnership is making breakthroughs in construction

Contractors are already seeing clearer project oversight and faster reporting as the new Acuite-photoSentinel link feeds live camera data into dashboards.

By Michael Curreen • 3 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2019
How timber construction is transforming Australian development
Supply Chain

How timber construction is transforming Australian development

Mass timber is opening up faster, cheaper projects across Australia, with new code changes and local supply widening its use beyond niche builds.

By Staff Writer • 10 min read • Fri, 1st Nov 2019
Emerging challenges in Australia’s infrastructure
Smart Cities

Emerging challenges in Australia’s infrastructure

Australia faces a 1 percent of GDP infrastructure gap as rapid city growth, labour shortages and slower productivity strain new projects.

By Staff Writer • 6 min read • Tue, 15th Oct 2019
Is an industrial development boom coming to New Zealand?
Supply Chain

Is an industrial development boom coming to New Zealand?

Demand for warehouse space is rising as online retail squeezes physical stores, with New Zealand investors watching Australia’s boom closely.

By Michael Curreen • 5 min read • Sun, 14th Jul 2019
New skyscraper unveiled in Auckland
Skycity

New skyscraper unveiled in Auckland

It will add 226 apartments and a 233-room hotel to downtown Auckland as demand for CBD homes outstrips supply, with completion due in 2024.

By Michael Curreen • 4 min read • Sun, 23rd Jun 2019

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Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Zscaler?
Public Cloud

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams - Who is Zscaler?

Zscaler's cloud-based cybersecurity solutions and response to COVID-19 are discussed in TechDay's latest IT Jams interview.

By Nick Forrester • 5 min read • Thu, 20th Aug 2020
Video: 10 Minute IT Jams – Who is Aussie Broadband?
Unified Communications

Video: 10 Minute IT Jams – Who is Aussie Broadband?

We speak with Aussie Broadband's general manager of sales, Aaron O'Keeffe, about Aussie Broadband and key business milestones.

By Sara Barker • 5 min read • Thu, 9th Jul 2020
City of Melbourne announces financial package for SMEs to migrate online
Data Analytics

City of Melbourne announces financial package for SMEs to migrate online

The City of Melbourne unveils a AUD $5 million support package to help SMEs enhance eCommerce capabilities and adjust to remote working demands.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Thu, 26th Mar 2020
Coronavirus: City of Melbourne outlines $10m support package
COVID-19

Coronavirus: City of Melbourne outlines $10m support package

City of Melbourne announces over $10 million stimulus package to support businesses and jobs amid COVID-19 outbreak.

By Shannon Williams • 3 min read • Wed, 18th Mar 2020
Oracle opens new Melbourne Cloud region
Cloud Services

Oracle opens new Melbourne Cloud region

Oracle opens its second Australian Gen 2 Cloud Region in Melbourne, enhancing business continuity and compliance capabilities for local enterprises.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Tue, 11th Feb 2020
An esports gamer's dream: Fortress Melbourne to open in 2020
Gaming

An esports gamer's dream: Fortress Melbourne to open in 2020

Fortress Melbourne, the Southern Hemisphere's largest gaming and esports venue, will launch in early 2020, spanning over 2700 square metres across two floors.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Wed, 4th Sep 2019
Northern Melbourne council launches cloud-based solution Nintex
Customer Experience

Northern Melbourne council launches cloud-based solution Nintex

The cloud-based solution will be used to improve customer experience, and to capture and manage processes, according to a statement.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Tue, 13th Aug 2019

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