Turf wars see minister order guidelines for councils

NSW councils will get the state’s first guidelines on the use of artificial turf because of concerns about environmental and other impacts.

24 October, 2021

AI driving innovation in geographic information systems

Artificial intelligence is transforming the geographic information systems (GIS) industry.

21 October, 2021

Australian’s largest electric bus fleet to be deployed in Sydney

A depot in Sydney’s inner west will be retrofitted for 40 electric buses, 36 chargers, stationary batteries and rooftop solar PV.

21 October, 2021

‘Unprecedented wave’ of public infrastructure spending ahead

Investment in public infrastructure over the next five years will top $218 billion with annual spending set to hit $52 billion by 2023.

13 October, 2021

TAHE under scrutiny at parliamentary hearing

It’s been revealed that the CEO of the controversial NSW TAHE is paid $575,000.

7 October, 2021

Council alliance takes collaborative approach to waste management

Three South East Queensland Councils have formed an alliance to push for a new regional recycling facility.

23 September, 2021

The greening of government fleets

Government fleets are going green. We take a look at some of the latest initiatives.

20 September, 2021

Milestone contracts awarded for major NSW infrastructure projects

The NSW government has awarded three significant contracts for major infrastructure works

20 September, 2021

Dumped contractor disappointed over nuclear subs decision

Global defence contractor Naval Group says it’s a major disappointment that it has been dumped as the builder of Australia’s next fleet of submarines after the Prime Minister announced a deal with the UK and US to build a nuclear fleet.

16 September, 2021

More than half Commonwealth procurement non-competitive

Despite its competition policy more than half of the Australian government’s procurement is via limited tender, an inquiry has heard.

14 September, 2021

Interactive map helps stakeholders plan EV infrastructure

The NSW government has released an EV charging masterplan to help providers and planners develop future fast-charging infrastructure.

12 September, 2021

State govt assets worth $120b facing climate risks

NSW state government agencies aren’t being supported to manage climate risks like floods, bushfires and extreme weather that could affect billions of dollars worth of assets.

9 September, 2021

Sustainability at centre of Infrastructure Australia 2021 plan

Infrastructure Australia has released a 15-year vision of what it thinks infrastructure investment and delivery should look like in a post pandemic, climate-compromised world.

6 September, 2021

WA develops road safety rating tool for local government

WALGA is developing a safety rating tool to help councils prioritise investment in road works

30 August, 2021