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Kalgoorlie Super Pit Inspires National Architecture Conference Competition
Architects Christina Cho and Jenna Campbell have won an unusual competition to design and construct a major foyer feature at the 2014 National Architecture Conference in Perth.
Getting it Right the First Time
Building Connection reports the failure of a metal roof can result in damage of disastrous proportions - and the bigger the building the more critical the outcome. Dimi Kyriakou highlights some of the problems plaguing the sector.
Keeping Up With Best Practice
Building Connection reports a lot of clients choose a metal roof because, quite simply, it looks good. We've put together 10 helpful hints to make sure the great-looking metal roof you install stays that way for many years to come,
How Safe is this RoofTop
Building Connection reports metal roofing installations carry a lot of risk and builders must manage the hazards to ensure a rooftop is safe to work on. However, a lack of knowledge and regulation specific to fall prevention places workers at risk of serious injury every day.
The Power of Local Steel
Building Connection reports the global financial crisis crippled many manufacturers, both large and small, throughout the building industry. For some, it forced them to close their doors. For others, it meant an opportunity to go back to basics.
National COLORBOND® steel award winner a breath of fresh air
Collins and Turner architects' Waterloo Youth Family and Community Centre was awarded the 2013 National COLORBOND® Award for Steel Architecture at last night's Australian Institute of Architects' National Architecture Awards in Sydney.
BlueScope Steel products help to cool Urban Heat Islands
BlueScope Steel is committed to continually improving the sustainability of its activities and has developed products which enable the intensity reduction of urban heat islands (UHIs).
Q&A with Martin Rogers, associate director at Taylor Thomson Whitting
Located in the picturesque Hawkesbury River north of Sydney, Milson Island was once a hospital and a jail but is now a playground for primary school children.
Next Generation ZINCALUME® Steel Gets A More Generous Warranty
An improved version of ZINCALUME® steel featuring a new corrosion-resistant coating will be backed by increased manufacturer warranties from its official launch in August 2013.
Extensive Testing Provides Next Generation ZINCALUME® Steel's Durability
An innovative new building product about to be launched by BlueScope Steel has benefited from a durability testing program remarkable even by its own thorough standards.
BlueScope Steel Develops Longer-lasting ZINCALUME® Steel
BlueScope Steel is preparing to roll-out a third generation of its iconic ZINCALUME® steel, featuring a patented new coating that has a smaller environmental impact* and increases its durability.