With 2025-26 state and territory budgets now handed down across the country, Roads Australia has prepared an overview of the state of the economy and key transport sector investments in each jurisdiction. This document will be updated once Tasmania reaffirms …
In the complex and dynamic field of project planning and management, especially within the construction and energy sectors, selecting the optimal contract model is a crucial task. Choosing the appropriate contracting model for each project’s unique characteristics is the foundation …
By Justin Smith, Managing Director of Ansarada Australia’s transport infrastructure sector is at a critical crossroads as it navigates rising costs, climate change challenges, ageing assets, and regional connectivity issues. Despite ranking third globally in total for transport infrastructure transactions …
By Louisa Bloomer and Blake Feehely Originally published by Stantec: https://www.stantec.com/au/ideas/content/blog/2025/the-real-risk-of-using-ai-in-transportation-not-moving-fast-enough The cost of waiting on AI in transportation is too high. Here’s why it’s time to act—and how it can deliver better outcomes for our communities. We’ve spent years …
By Harri Bancroft, Policy Manager – Roads Australia Source: Bruce Highway bridge collapse cuts off flooded north Queensland – published by ABC on 3 Feb 2025 Just weeks ago, supermarket shelves in Cairns and Gympie were left empty after a …
20 February 2025 A renewed focus on long-term transport planning and investment is critical to support economic growth, maintain living standards and accelerate decarbonisation, says Roads Australia. Amid a significant downturn in the transport investment pipeline, Roads Australia’s 2025-26 Pre-Budget …
By Beth LilfordHead of Digital, Altus Traffic Beth.Lilford@altusgroup.com.au Temporary traffic management in Australia hasn’t much evolved since the invention of electricity. Resources in the form of people, vehicles and equipment, are coordinated for supply ahead of time. Once deployed, …
Road Worker Day of Remembrance 2024 By Peter Frazer OAMPresident, Safer Australian Roadways and Highways (SARAH) GroupFounder, National Road Safety Week November 9th is Road Worker Day of Remembrance (RWDOR). This day has been established to honour the Road …
By William Phillips2024 Roads Australia Promise, Passion and Pursuit Award Winner Graduate Construction Advisor – BMD Constructions Australia’s infrastructure industry presents a wealth of opportunities for young people starting their careers, but ensuring they feel supported from the outset is …
By Jewels Carter, Vice President, Global Zero Emission Bus Facilities Lead – AECOM Electric vehicles (EVs) are revolutionising transportation and reshaping how our urban landscapes interact with buildings. Beyond their environmental benefits – zero emissions and reduced noise pollution – …