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Evans: employers must put locals first

Leader of the government in the Senate and Minister for Immigration and Citizenship Senator Chris Evans, said last week that the government does not support any employer who seeks to use the temporary skilled migration program as a substitute for local labour.

Geofabrics opens Qld R&D facility

A Geofabrics Australasia developed, world-first geosynthetic clay liner resistant to high pH solutions, will feature in further research at the company’s new research and development facility, opened in Queensland last week.

US grant to boost construction safety

The US National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health, has awarded RMIT University researchers, a $US500,000 grant for a five-year project investigating innovative approaches to improving OH&S in the construction industry.

Abigroup appoints new rail chief

Greg Rush has brought more than 23 years rail business experience to his new job of general manager rail for Abigroup.

Congestion to cost $20bn by 2020

Road congestion could cost the economy $20bn by 2020 unless urgent action is taken, a new report shows.

Anketell Point to be Pilbara’s new deepwater port

The Western Australian Government has backed the construction of a deepwater iron ore port at Anketell Point, 30km east of Karratha.