Image: CPB Contractors CPB Contractors have revealed how it has expanded its biodiesel usage across all plant and equipment on a key Western Sydney project. CPB Contractors has been one of the early adopters of biodiesel since it started using the renewable alternative to diesel fuel on major infrastructure projects in 2014. CPB Contractors, in …
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Image: Kobelco Quarry looks at the latest innovations in the short-radius heavy excavator range from Kobelco. Kobelco launched an exciting range of new short radius heavy excavators last year with the introduction of the new SK380SRLC-7, SK225SR-7, and SK235SR-7 models in Australia. Instantly recognisable from the striking blue Kobelco blue colour scheme, the new additions …
TailScrape fully integrates with AirScrape to deliver outstanding sealing at the rear area. Image: Kinder Australia Kinder Australia’s clever engineering is helping save quarries from excess dust and spillage. When dust escapes from a plant at a quarry site, it can create all kinds of headaches. Not only does it pose a danger to workers …
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IQA president Michael Close. Image: IQA Institute of Quarrying Australia president Michael Close has shared his thoughts about what lies ahead for IQA members in 2025. The start of 2025 brings exciting developments as we strengthen our commitment to serving the quarrying sector and our members. Our focus remains on creating meaningful connections, enhancing professional …
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Boral has trialled a new recycled sand product in the North East Link Project. Image: Boral Boral has trialled a new recycled sand product which has been specifically created for Victoria’s North East Link project. Boral has used the new recycled sand in concrete mixes, which has been created using crushed glass from end-of-life …
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Hardox Wearparts members have access to one of the world’s largest industry knowledge bases. Image: SSAB Service networks play a key role in the quarrying industry. This is why Hardox Wearparts has built a global network for its wear parts. Hardox Wearparts has been a recognised name in heavy industries like quarrying since it opened …
Caterpillar has a big 2025 ahead of it. Image: Caterpillar Greg Mumford, Caterpillar’s head of sales, service and marketing for the ANZP region, shares his thoughts on how the industry and Caterpillar are positioned for 2025. While change may take time within the quarrying industry, it certainly never stands still. Caterpillar is right amongst this …
The PNG Expo aims to connect the who’s who of Australian and PNG industries. Image: Prime Creative Media Major exhibitors are securing their spot at the upcoming Papua New Guinea Industrial and Mining Resources Exhibition and Conference. Key players in the Australasian resources sector will converge in Port Moresby to attend the PNG Industrial and …
The new Australian War Memorial entrance. Image: Dr Gordon Reid MP Gosford Quarry’s sandstone has supported a multi-million-dollar upgrade to the Australian War Memorial, including new additions to the revered venue. The new main entrance to the Australian War Memorial required 380m3 or around 800t of Wondabyne Sandstone from the Gosford Quarry. The sandstone …
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Left to right: Grace O’Sullivan, Saksham Sharma, Bernard Curry, Liam Neeson, Caroline Pitcher, Al Corley, Fan Bingbing, Louisa Coppel and Bart Rosenblatt. Image: Daniel Mahon Liam Neeson’s love of Victoria has continued after the Hollywood star took to the regional areas for his latest film, The Mongoose. For a man with a very particular set …
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