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Running out of workers Introduction: Projects Are Growing. The Workforce Isn’t. We’ve signed the contracts.We’ve set the dates.We’ve...

CFMEU - Exposed time and time again as a breeding ground for corruption Introduction The Construction, Forestry, Maritime, Mining and...

For years, Australia’s construction industry has been the backbone of economic growth, infrastructure development, and housing expansion....

The Australian construction industry continues to evolve, facing challenges and breakthroughs that are shaping its future. This month's...

Are Project Managers Being Set Up to Fail? Let’s get real about the construction industry.  Project managers (PMs) are being set up to...

Stephen Gardner, Queensland - At What Cost? The construction industry is no stranger to controversy, and Queensland's recent decision to...

Stephen Gardner, Queensland - Housing Crisis Poll The housing crisis in Australia is a topic of national concern, with affordability and...

Stephen Gardner, Queensland - Forgotten Mastery Once upon a time, construction wasn’t just an industry—it was an art form. Craftspeople...

Stephen Gardner, Queensland - Construction Fails In recent years, Australia's construction industry has faced a series of high-profile...

Stephen Gardner, Queensland - Burning Accountability Accountability is the backbone of any successful construction project. It’s what...

Stephen Gardner, Queensland - Housing Shortage The housing crisis in Australia is one of the nation’s most pressing challenges. Across...

Stephen Gardner, Gold Coast - Holding back the next generation In an industry that generates over AUD $234 billion annually and supports...

Stephen Gardner, Queensland - EQ The construction industry faces a turning point. With workforce demands, high turnover, and increasingly...

Stephen Gardner, Gold Coast - Profit over people It’s time to confront a harsh reality:  the construction industry is addicted to profit...

Stephen Gardner, Queensland - Stuck in the past The construction industry is notorious for resisting change. While we innovate in...

Stephen Gardner, Gold Coast - Burnout Culture In the construction industry,  burnout isn’t just common—it’s practically a badge of honor...

Stephen Gardner, Queensland - Iron Triangle When it comes to measuring the success of construction projects, we're often trapped in a...

Stephen Gardner, Gold Coast - Toxic Tough Guy Culture Let’s talk about one of the construction industry's dirty little secrets:  the...

Stephen Gardner, Gold Coast - Modular Construction Australia is facing a growing housing crisis. With demand for affordable housing far...

Stephen Gardner, Queensland - Work-Life Balance As a construction manager, the demands are high, the stakes even higher. Meeting tight...