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The mechanism also allows the trommels to handle larger feeds. Image: Tricon Equipment For Michael Tripolone, success in quarrying isn’t about selling equipment, it’s about understanding the realities of tough worksites. Michael Tripolone has spent his career working alongside quarry, mining, and construction operators, gaining first-hand insight into the challenges that define their day-to-day operations. …

Cementing South Australia’s green future

Image: Hallett Group Hallett Group’s Green Cement Transformation Project is ramping up to be a revolutionary low-carbon initiative. After more than a decade of development, investment, and persistence, Hallett Group is approaching a turning point that could redefine how cementitious materials are sourced, processed, and supplied in South Australia. At the centre of it all …

Bulk Expo welcomes SRO Technology as Platinum Sponsor

Image: Prime Creative Media Bulk Expo is proud to announce SRO Technology as a Platinum Sponsor of the event, with the Australian instrumentation and measurement specialists also confirmed as the Sponsor of the Networking Drinks.  A long-standing name in bulk-materials handling measurement and protection systems, SRO Technology’s sponsorship reinforces the company’s deep alignment with the …

Boral recognises regional road safety leadership

L-R: Leading Senior Constable Lee-Anne Nelson, Duncan Harris. Image: Boral Boral has presented its Supporting Excellence Police Award to Portland police leading senior constable Lee-Anne Nelson, in recognition of her commitment to next-generation driver education in regional Victoria. The award was announced during the delivery of the Ryda road safety program at Deakin University, as …

IQA launches national awareness campaign for quarrying sector

The IQA has launched its national awareness campaign. Image: IQA The Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) has launched its national awareness campaign for the quarrying sector.  That’s Solid is a new initiative designed to raise public awareness about the essential role quarrying plays in communities across Australia – from supplying the materials that build schools, …

IQA opens March training registrations

Image: IQA Registrations are now open for a comprehensive suite of professional development courses offered by the Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA), with places already filling fast as the sector plans for a skill-boosting March program. Designed to help quarry operators, supervisors and leaders strengthen competencies across safety, risk management, plant operations, and leadership, the …

CCAA calls for materials coordination

Michael Kilgariff is the CCAA chief executive. Image: CCAA As the Australian Government advances plans for a high-speed rail link between Sydney and Newcastle, industry group Cement, Concrete & Aggregates Australia (CCAA) said the move highlights the urgent need for coordinated planning of heavy construction materials to keep infrastructure projects on schedule and within budget. …

Out and about with the IQA: safety and celebrations

Image: IQA The Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) has welcomed its members around Australia to a series of events, including conferences, networking events and site tours. Blast safety under scrutiny at WA Seminar Flyrock incidents and misfire management gaps are driving increased regulatory scrutiny across WA – a key focus at the IQA WA’s recent blast …

Stay connected with the IQA Connect App

Image: IQA The Institute of Quarrying Australia (IQA) has launched the new IQA Connect App to help its members stay up to date with each other and the latest sector events. The new app enables users to connect easily with fellow professionals in Australia’s quarrying sector and stay up-to-date with the latest events and training.  …

Taking a national view

The construction sector is currently 141,000 workers short of the required number to deliver the major public infrastructure pipeline. Image: Anoo/stock.adobe.com Industry stakeholders have welcomed the release of Infrastructure Australia’s latest report, which reveals a growing demand for projects nationwide. Australia’s infrastructure pipeline continues to be driven forward by investment in housing and energy projects; …