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    Paving the way for a circular economy: Knauf Gypsum down cycles 12,000 tonnes of plasterboard waste
    Paving the way for a circular economy: Knauf Gypsum down cycles 12,000 tonnes of plasterboard waste

    Australia's construction sector is transitioning from linear to circular practices, driven by resource scarcity and waste management needs. Initiatives like the National Waste Policy support this shift. Knauf Gypsum is leading by downcycling 12,000 tonnes of plasterboard waste into useful products for agriculture and engineering, aiming for zero waste by 2032 and encouraging broader industry participation in sustainability efforts.


    215 million hectares of forest – an area bigger than Mexico – could grow back by itself, if we can just leave it alone
    215 million hectares of forest – an area bigger than Mexico – could grow back by itself, if we can just leave it alone

    About 215 million hectares of land – an area bigger than Mexico – could be reforested naturally and without costly manual planting, our new research shows.


    Knauf Insulation delivers a high-quality living experience at The Star Gold Coast
    Knauf Insulation delivers a high-quality living experience at The Star Gold Coast

    Knauf Insulation products were chosen to insulate both the walls and ceiling to help achieve a sealed acoustic and fire-resistant envelope between rooms, which exceeded performance requirements.


    Found in translation by the Robin Boyd Foundation: Join the conversation
    Found in translation by the Robin Boyd Foundation: Join the conversation

    How can the interaction with Japanese architecture help tackle challenges like ageing populations, hybrid households, urban greening and climate adaptation in Australia? Join the conversation at the “Forum: Found in Translation”, presented by the Robin Boyd Foundation and curated in collaboration with David Neustein from Other Architects.


    New homes built up to 45% faster than traditional construction methods
    New homes built up to 45% faster than traditional construction methods

    AltForm, in collaboration with SRH Architecture and Highline Living is launching its first Victorian prototype in Ormond, revolutionising the way new homes are built in Australia by reducing construction time by up to 45%.


    The fine art of optimising sound in a space: Acoustic expert Michael Phillips weighs in
    The fine art of optimising sound in a space: Acoustic expert Michael Phillips weighs in

    Think of acoustics and what comes to mind is a complex branch of science filled with arcane concepts relating to energy, wave propagation and vibration. At its simplest, acoustics relates to how we subjectively experience sound.


     Lendlease receives greenlight for 900 Collins Wharf waterfront homes
    Lendlease receives greenlight for 900 Collins Wharf waterfront homes

    Lendlease is set to offer more high-quality waterfront residences to complete its Collins Wharf precinct with an additional 915 apartments approved by the Victorian Department of Transport and Planning.


    GHD names Van Tang as new Asia Pacific CEO
    GHD names Van Tang as new Asia Pacific CEO

    Van Tang has been appointed GHD’s new Chief Executive Officer for the Asia Pacific (APAC) region, effective 1 December. In this role, she will lead the company’s operations in Australia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Papua New Guinea and Fiji, comprising more than 5600 people.


    Geelong Design Week returns for 2024
    Geelong Design Week returns for 2024

    Regional Victoria's largest and leading annual design festival — presents 10 days of 70+ innovative exhibitions, workshops, tours, talks and experiences throughout Geelong, the Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast.


    Reimagining workplaces on campus with Hassell
    Reimagining workplaces on campus with Hassell

    Highly educated, mission-oriented and independent — academics and university staff are unique. So, what do they need to thrive on campus? Discover Hassell’s new report.


    Manufacturing change: Sync at the 2024 Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards
    Manufacturing change: Sync at the 2024 Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards

    The Sync team proudly attended the 2024 Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame Awards as we continue on our journey to manufacture change across the construction industry.


    ATDC launches premium grade bi-folding door for commercial applications in Australia
    ATDC launches premium grade bi-folding door for commercial applications in Australia

    Ideal for securing retail, commercial and hospitality applications, this manually operated, side stacking and bi-folding door system slides on a heavy duty extruded overhead aluminium track.


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