QLD property market shows signs of recovery
The Queensland property market has come up against some difficult times recently, but if new figures are to be believed, its fortunes are starting to be reversed.
Construction watchdog to regulate industry
A new building industry watchdog will come into power in Queensland next month, in what has been hailed as the most significant reform to construction regulation in more than 20 years.
Job satisfaction ‘generally high’ among Australian workers
Job satisfaction plays a major part when undertaking labour hire in Queensland, but new figures suggest that Australians are generally happy about their current situation.
Rockhampton has sights set on growth
Rockhampton is expecting to experience significant population growth over the next two years, leading to a plan being put in place to meet the needs of residents.
Indigenous workers ‘in high demand’
Businesses across the country are exhibiting strong demand for Indigenous workers, one mining magnate has noted.
Toowoomba housing development on the cards
Opportunities for construction apprenticeships in Toowoomba could soon increase if a new housing development is given the go ahead.
Mining sector ‘still offers employment opportunities’
The mining sector has not had its day just yet, one group claims, with certain aspects of the industry still creating opportunities for labour hire in Queensland and supporting the economy.
High unemployment among Indigenous Australians
There is a considerable employment gap between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island peoples and non-Indigenous Australians, according to the latest figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).
Overview of the Queensland resources and mining industry
The Queensland Department of Natural Resources and Mines (DNRM) has released performance highlights and key indicators of the current condition of the state’s resources sector. The news is encouraging for those seeking employment, training or apprenticeships in Queensland.
‘Construction Kickstart’ exceeds expectations
The Gold Coast’s Construction Kickstart program has drawn to a close, and initial figures show the results have far exceeded predictions.
