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15 Oct 2019 | Construction

Your Complete Guide to Getting a Builders Licence in Australia

If you're in need of a builders licence to work in Australia, check out this state-by-state guide to getting licensed in construction and building.

09 Oct 2019 | General

How Online Courses Help to Build a Shining Career in Construction

Online courses in building and construction are not only effective, but they are financially better for you! Read on to find out how...

27 Sep 2019 | Construction

Steps in Site Preparation for Construction Projects

How do you turn a block of land into a viable and safe construction site?

11 Sep 2019 | Construction

What's Asbestos and How to Work with it Safely

There was a time when Australia was one of the world’s highest users of asbestos. It took decades until the awareness hit people: exposure to asbestos can be fatally dangerous.

21 Aug 2019 | General

Biomimicry in Architecture

Turning to nature for innovative and long-lasting solutions.

30 Jul 2019 | Construction

What makes a house livable, accessible and adaptable?

It all started after Jeff was badly injured while riding his motorbike. Shortly afterwards, the need for a wheelchair and an accessible house arose.

21 Jun 2019 | Construction

How to Choose a Suitable Construction System

You might think it’s easy, but you don’t have the luxury for trials and errors. The consequences are always painful, sometimes even fatal.

12 Jun 2019 | Construction

NCC 2019: It’s Now Adopted and in Effect

The construction industry has long marked its calendar for May 1. Finally, the new National Construction Code is adopted.

07 Jun 2019 | Construction

Six Causes of Construction Failures

Too often failures in construction hit the headlines of local and foreign media.

14 May 2019 | General

What are the Major Components of a Sustainable Building?

Major shifts are coming to the construction industry. Buildings, once a shelter and a space for living or working, are becoming something more.

02 May 2019 | Construction

The Concrete Takeoff - Your How To Guide

Concrete. We use it everywhere and it is not cheap! Here hows to figure out how much you need.

29 Apr 2019 | General

Top 5 Sustainable Building in Australia

As soon as you lose the sight of set rules, innovation is born.

03 Apr 2019 | General

Sustainable Building - Is it the answer to the growing concern of climate change?

Your Quick Guide to the Why and How of Going Green

29 Mar 2019 | Construction

Who is Involved in the Construction of a Safe Building?

A team of professional is present on any safe building site. Below is a list of who they are.

14 Mar 2019 | Construction

Construction Industry Facts (Updated 2019)

Statistics are dry and dull - no drama, no human stories. But the moment you start reading the meanings behind numbers, they help you make wise decisions and grasp unique opportunities.

07 Mar 2019 | Construction

A Quick Guide to Help you Design a Safe Building

Designing for safety is not merely a big task on your to-do list

18 Feb 2019 | General

Questions Answered - Should I work for myself or a PCBU??

There are plenty of upsides for both sides of this, read on to see where you sit.

04 Feb 2019 | Construction

NCC 2019 Updates - What they are and what you need to know.

You can’t miss this. 2019 is the year of a big release. But what does the new version of the NCC mean for you? Read on to find out about the changes and where they might effect you.

15 Jan 2019 | Construction

Your Ultimate Guide to the Building Code of Australia (BCA)

It’s hard to imagine the construction industry without regulations and standards - they are the reason we are safe and comfortable in our homes and offices.

09 Dec 2018 | General

The USI Number - Why you need it and how to get one.

All students of recognised training in Australia are required to have a USI, in this quick guide we will walk you through why you need one, and how to get it.

01 Dec 2018 | Construction

Carpenters - Building Australia one stick frame at a time!

So you want to become a Carpenter? Read on to find out how!

06 Oct 2018 | Construction

Become a Construction Supervisor

Your guide on how to become a Construction Supervisor

18 Sep 2018 | General

9 Key Steps to Building a Reputation in the Construction Industry

The Australian Construction Industry is built on good relationships, read on for your guide to building and maintaining great business relationships.

03 Sep 2018 | Construction

What Contracts Administrators do and how to become one.

If you are considering becoming a Contracts Administrator, read this now!

28 Aug 2018 | Construction

Your Guide to the NSW Builders Licence

All your questions answered in this easy to read guide.

24 Aug 2018 | Construction

Builders Licences in Queensland - What you need to know!

Back to Basics explain Licence Classes and the Application Process in this straightforward guide.

20 Aug 2018 | Construction

The Western Australian Builders Licence Explained

The best guide to getting your Builders Licence in Western Australia

06 Jul 2018 | Construction

How to get your Victorian Builders Licence

In Victoria, you have to obtain a Victorian Builders Licence if you want to carry out building work either as a sole trader, or as a company. If you're new to the area and want to be a registered building practitioner, here's what you need to do.

23 May 2018 | General

Multiplex Timelapse Footage

Brilliant time lapse footage of a tower crane from Multiplex

04 May 2018 | General

Student Testimonial - Peter Lawrence

The first volunteer for our brand new YouTube channel

01 May 2018 | General

Win a $250 gift voucher at Bunnings!

Everyone loves Bunnings!

27 Apr 2018 | General

Meet Big Pete - Our new Facebook personality

Big Pete will be making appearances on our Facebook page as our on-site correspondent. He works for a large tier 2 builder and is one of our students at Back to Basics!

08 Feb 2018 | General

Payment Plans FAQs

Think you can't afford to study? Think again!

01 Feb 2018 | Construction

Winner of Bunnings gift voucher competition

Thank you to all entrants, we have now drawn a winner!

31 Jan 2018 | General

Back To Basics new website

Welcome to Back To Basics new website

31 Jan 2018 | General

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