CSQ’s 2016 Industry Survey is open!
We want to know what you’re seeing in Queensland’s building and construction industry and how this is affecting our workforce.…
4 February, 2016
Tradie twins head to Vegas
Bricklayers Jack and Patrick Sommerfeld are heading to Las Vegas after being invited to compete in the ‘2016 Fastest Trowel…
2 February, 2016
Researchers predict prefabrication will transform Queensland construction industry
New research from CSQ and the CSIRO is predicting the construction industry will be transformed by prefabrication and modular housing…
1 February, 2016
7 big trends for the Queensland construction industry in 2016
The last five years have been a tumultuous time for the Queensland construction industry. During this relatively short period we…
27 January, 2016
Prefabricated versus Conventional Building – the battle for the future
Dr Stefan Hajkowicz is a Senior Principal Scientist at CSIRO, exploring future trends, risks and scenarios to help businesses plan for…
22 January, 2016
Former number cruncher lays out his future
TAFE Queensland SkillsTech graduate, 24-year-old, James Sharvell of Everton Park was considering accountancy as his career choice when he was…
21 January, 2016
8 great tips for securing a construction apprenticeship in 2016
As Christmas and New Year’s festivities come to an end, many school leavers are turning their attention to careers and…
15 January, 2016
SHE SKILLS build it, fix it, do it yourself, Sister!
Empowering women to imagine, design and create anything is Meg Solly’s mission, and she’s off to a flying start with…
11 January, 2016
Queensland Leads the Nation in Building Approvals
Residential building approvals in South-East Queensland are leading the nation, with the latest results showing the outlook is positive for…
8 January, 2016
Painters Training Wheels
A new mobile training facility is changing the way training is being delivered in the regions. The Painters Training Wheels…
22 December, 2015
From baby boomers to Gen Z: How to effectively manage a multi-generational workforce
Stephen Veness is Group Manager of Davidson Projects & Operations. With eight years experience in construction recruitment he has gained…
21 December, 2015
Skills hub a success on the Sunshine Coast
The Work Shop (TWS) began in 2013 as a unique pilot project to create a construction employment and skills hub,…
17 December, 2015