Major construction has begun on the $720 million Richmond Road upgrade in Western Sydney.
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Project Spotlight: Singelton Bypass (New England Highway)
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The Singleton Bypass is a significant road infrastructure projects currently underway in the Hunter Region of New South Wales.
Project Spotlight: Eastern Freeway Upgrades in Melbourne
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The Eastern Freeway Upgrades form a critical component of Victoria’s largest road investment program, integrated with the North East Link.
Australia’s engineering shortage isn’t just a skills crisis – it’s a system failure.
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Australia is facing a critical engineering shortage, yet nearly half of overseas-qualified engineers already here are not working in their profession.
New Zealand
New 23MW Hydro Project on NZ’s West Coast Set to Create Jobs and Boost Regional Resilience
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After nearly two decades of delays, the Waitaha Hydro project is finally moving with construction set to inject up to $200 million into the region.
Australia’s Infrastructure Boom Is Driving Demand for NZ Civil Construction Leaders
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Australia’s booming infrastructure sector is opening the door for senior civil construction leaders from New Zealand.
Funding approved for final stretch of Eastern Busway in Auckland
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The final stretch of the Eastern Busway in Botany can now get underway with NZ$101 million in funding approved.
Resource Management Act 119 (RMA) to be replaced with a new planning system
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The Government is replacing the Resource Management Act 1991 (RMA) with a new planning system
Surveying
Essential Guide to Surveying Instruments and Devices
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Surveying instruments and devices are indispensable tools that enable surveyors to precisely measure distances, angles, elevations, and contours of the Earth’s surface.
What is Surveying?
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Surveying is the science and practice of measuring and mapping the Earth’s surface to determine boundaries, plan construction, and analyze spatial data for various applications.
Types of Surveying
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Whether it’s planning infrastructure, defining property lines, or studying the environment, there are many types of surveying.
What is Geospatial Science?
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Geospatial science uses information technology to collect and analyze data about people, places, and processes on Earth.
Projects
Project Spotlight: Singelton Bypass (New England Highway)
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The Singleton Bypass is a significant road infrastructure projects currently underway in the Hunter Region of New South Wales.
Project Spotlight: Eastern Freeway Upgrades in Melbourne
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The Eastern Freeway Upgrades form a critical component of Victoria’s largest road investment program, integrated with the North East Link.
All you need to know about Brisbane’s Plan to deliver 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games
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2032 Delivery Plan puts Queensland back on track to deliver a successful 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Project Spotlight: Parramatta Light Rail
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The Parramatta Light Rail transportation project in Sydney consists of 30 stops and 22km of track, aimed to improve connectivity and growth.
Companies
Heidelberg Materials expands its footprint in Australia
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Heidelberg Materials Australia has agreed to acquire the construction materials business of
Maas Group Holdings.
Who is a subcontractor? A guide for Civil Engineers and Construction Professionals
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In Australia, a subcontractor is a business or individual hired by a main contractor to handle specific tasks or services within a larger project.
Murphy enters agreement to partner with Abergeldie Complex Infrastructure
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Australia’s Abergeldie Complex Infrastructure and UK’s Murphy have annouced a new strategic partnership.
AECOM appointed as the dams engineering services provider for Seqwater’s Dam Improvement Program
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AECOM has been appointed as the dams engineering services provider for Seqwater’s Dam Improvement Program in South East Queensland.
UK News
Project Spotlight: Lower Thames Crossing
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The Lower Thames Crossing is one of the most significant transport infrastructure projects currently in development in the United Kingdom.
Civil Engineers in the UK and Ireland : Pack your bags and head Down Under for more sun and great job opportunities!
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Tired of battling grey skies and cold weather? If you’re a civil engineer in the UK or Ireland, there’s a brighter option waiting for you in Australia or New Zealand.
Working Holiday Visa: Young Brits aged 18-35 can now work in New Zealand for up to 3 years
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From July 2023, the age limit for UK applicants coming to New Zealand on a Working Holiday Visa will go up from 30 to 35 years old.
Ferrovial Showcases End-to-End Infrastructure Excellence with Silvertown Tunnel Opening in London
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Ferrovial celebrates the official opening of the Silverown Tunnel in East London after delivering the project as part of the Riverlinx CJV.
Job Search Tips
10 reasons why Civil Engineers should NOT move to Australia
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Australia is NOT for everyone. Below we have compiled a list of most common reasons to think twice before relocating Down Under.
How to approach Recruiters on LinkedIn – a guide for Civil Engineers
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How to contact Recruiters on LinkedIn if you are a Civil Engineer in Australia or New Zealand looking for a new job opportunity.
Finding an engineering job in Australia: 9 reasons why your job application is getting rejected!
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Our Engineering and Construction Recruiters share with you the most common reasons your job application gets rejected.
Understanding the differences between Australia’s Tier 1, Tier 2, and Tier 3 Contractors
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If you are planning to work in Australia’s construction industry, it is important you understand the three different tiers of contractors.
Graduates
Working Holiday Visa 417 for Civil Engineers and Surveyors wanting to live and work in Australia
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The 417 visa is a Working Holiday Visa. It is a temporary visa allowing you to work and holiday in Australia for up to 12 months.
Top Ten Interview Questions for Civil Engineers
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Preparing for an interview can be daunting. To help you out, we have put together the top ten interview questions for Civil Engineers.
How LinkedIn can help Engineers with their job search
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Use LinkedIn to make yourself visible to recruiters, hiring managers or other decision makers within companies you would like to work for!
Snowy Hydro joins forces with ATSE to boost STEM gender diversity
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Snowy Hydro will offer financial scholarships to two undergraduates from underrepresented groups through ATSE’s Elevate program.
Skilled Migrants
Australia’s engineering shortage isn’t just a skills crisis – it’s a system failure.
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Australia is facing a critical engineering shortage, yet nearly half of overseas-qualified engineers already here are not working in their profession.
New Zealand fast-tracks residency for skilled tradespeople
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From 18 August 2025, New Zealand will add ten new trades occupations to the Green List’s Work to Residence pathway.
New residence options to bolster New Zealand’s workforce
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New Zealand will be introducing two new skilled migrant residence pathways from mid 2026 to bolster its workforce.
10 reasons why Civil Engineers should NOT move to Australia
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Australia is NOT for everyone. Below we have compiled a list of most common reasons to think twice before relocating Down Under.
Technology
A comprehensive overview of estimation software used in Australia and New Zealand
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In Australia and New Zealand, a variety of estimation software platforms are used across the construction, civil engineering, and infrastructure sectors.
Your Civil Engineering Job Might Be at Risk: Here’s How AI Is Changing the Industry
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AI is increasingly impacting the civil engineering and construction sectors, particularly white-collar roles.
Boral launches Australian-first crumbed rubber asphalt bitumen surfacing
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Boral has launched an Australian-first proprietary crumbed rubber asphalt bitumen made from Off the Road (OTR) tyres.
Boral trials recycled end-of-life solar panels as ‘sand’ for concrete
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Boral is trialling a sustainable concrete blend ahead of use in major North East Link project.
Sustainability & Renewables
Skills for net zero: new national workforce game plan to decarbonise infrastructure projects
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Australia is rolling out a new national plan to build the skilled workforce needed to decarbonise infrastructure and reach net zero by 2050.
Boral leads the way with Australia’s first carbon-captured recycled concrete
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Boral has successfully produced concrete made with recycled concrete aggregates that have been recarbonated via carbon capture technology.
Ten renewable energy projects given the green light to connect to the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ)
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Ten renewable energy projects have secured the rights to connect to the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ).
Port to REZ contract awarded
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BMD Constructions Pty Ltd has been awarded the contract to deliver the first stage of works under the Port to REZ Program.
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Opinion
10 reasons why Civil Engineers should NOT move to Australia
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Australia is NOT for everyone. Below we have compiled a list of most common reasons to think twice before relocating Down Under.
How ConsultANZ can help you find your next hire – Civil Engineering I Construction I Surveying
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If you are struggling to attract civil engineering or construction candidates for your Australian or New Zealand business, it’s time to reach out to ConsultANZ.
If you’re hoping AI will replace Recruiters, you might be waiting a while
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While AI is transforming parts of recruitment, human recruiters remain essential in making the final match between candidate and client.
10 Reasons why Australia is a great place for Civil Engineers
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Thinking of moving to Australia to live and work? Here are ten reasons we think it’s worth moving Down Under.
