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Meet the partners of ISTT No-Dig 2013

Wed, 23 January 2013 Trenchless Australasia introduces you to the event partners and sponsors already locked in for the 31st ISTT No-Dig Conference and Exhibition, to be located in Sydney from 1-4 September 2013.

New app for soil databases

Tue, 11 December 2012 Australia’s national soil databases can now be accessed in real time online through a new iPad app called SoilMapp.

Keeping your HDD site safe

On construction sites today, we find a high emphasis placed on work safety and the work practices surrounding it. A horizontal directional drilling site is no different to any other construction site and in some aspects requires even more precautions.

Trenchless Live 2012 an industry success

In Melbourne from 22–24 October 2012, over 900 participants attended one of the largest trenchless exhibitions ever hosted in the Southern Hemisphere. Live demonstrations were the centrepiece of the conference program, with exhibitors displaying innovative and proven trenchless technologies.

Trenchless Live 2012 kicks off in style!

Tue, 23 October 2012 The largest live trenchless event in the Southern Hemisphere has commenced in style - last night ASTT Chairman Trevor Gosatti welcomed delegates, exhibitors, speakers and partners to the event at the ASTT's Opening Cocktail Party, sponsored by HOBAS.

Trenchless Live 2012 opens tonight

Mon, 22 October 2012 The ASTT’s annual event of 2012 will officially open tonight at the 5 pm Oktoberfest-themed Opening Exhibition and Cocktails party.

Why job seekers should subscribe to industry magazines

Fri, 31 August 2012 Engaging with the trenchless industry through a magazine subscription will help you with your career development. Plus, if you subscribe today, you’ll receive a thank-you gift; an e-guide on how to get involved with the NBN roll-out.

Countdown is on! Register for Trenchless Live today

Tue, 14 August 2012 The early bird registration deadline for Trenchless Live 2012 is fast approaching, and there's only three weeks left to take advantage of this special offer.

No-Dig Down Under 2013 gears up

Mon, 30 July 2012 The Call for Papers for the 31st ISTT No-Dig – No Dig Down Under 2013 – is now open, with the program committee comprising ISTT and ASTT representatives.

Public Utilities Office opens its doors

Tue, 24 April 2012 The Public Utilities Office has recently opened its doors at Albert Facey House in Perth, as a new business entity of the Western Australian Department of Finance.

Acquiring approval for trenchless works

Peter Brown from Trenchless Advisor explains the process of acquiring the required approvals for a recent trenchless railway crossing.

New body to control infrastructure planning in NSW

Wed, 3 August 2011 Legislation introduced into the New South Wales Parliament to establish a new independent decision making body, Infrastructure NSW, has been passed.

A sustainability rating scheme for the infrastructure industry

Tue, 14 June 2011 A national sustainability rating scheme will be completed early next year and provide a common metrics framework for assessment of the Australian infrastructure market.

Trenchless Live 2010 video: see what you missed

Mon, 14 February 2011 Highlights from the Trenchless Live conference and exhibition, held in Coffs Harbour in October 2010, are now available on line.

Be a part of Australia’s communication future

Fri, 11 February 2011 The Communication Network Design and Construction conference will be held at Rydges Melbourne, located in Victoria, from 16–17 March 2011.

Prioritising water programs

Wed, 2 February 2011 GHD has been selected by the Water Services Association of Australia to facilitate the development of national principles and guidelines for the urban water sector.

CCTV course in Coffs

Wed, 3 November 2010 Following on from the success of Trenchless Live 2010, held in Coffs Harbour, Streamline Learning is offering a CCTV conduit inspection and reporting course from the 9–12 of November 2010.

Solutions to encroachment issues need to come from government and the industry

The Australian Pipeline Industry Association is developing a low-key campaign to engage with planning authorities and to raise awareness of gas transmission infrastructure and issues. APIA has begun to reach out to state planning departments, and the early responses have been positive.

Extra care with manhole shafts and sewers

Working in shafts and sewers has always been dangerous, as they can be affected by dirt, noise, humidity and in some cases sewer gases, and should be given extra care with respect to safety issues.

Part 2: An in-depth look at Australasian councils and water authorities

The provision of water and wastewater services throughout Australasia is complex, as various entities have different roles and responsibilities. Trenchless Australasia has the facts on who does what, and who is responsible for the services in each region. We make clear the information and contacts you need to get that next underground infrastructure contract.

Champion-ing local government engineering

The Institute of Public Works Engineering Australia (IPWEA) is the latest incarnation of an organisation that has undergone various evolutions over the past century. Here Trenchless Australasia talks to CEO Chris Champion on achievements, projects and what the future holds for the organisation.