Alternative Construction

Traditional construction methods are widely understood by skilled tradespeople working with standard building materials including wood, metal, brick, stone, and concrete.
Many other construction methods have been used and refined in different countries and cultures over millennia. These “alternative” construction techniques can sometimes be a better choice for many reasons, such as cost, reduced environmental impact, aesthetics…


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Plumbing and Irrigation - Skills in Demand

Plumbers, drainers, irrigation designers and irrigation technicians are all listed as “Occupations in Demand” in Australia. Plumbers are increasingly in short supply in other countries - such as the UK - due to an aging workforce and decreasing entrants into the trade.

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Designing Gardens for Impact

Gardens can have a profound effect on our mood. A good gardener can choose and design the landscape to create and enhance the desired mood. Some gardens are designed to quieten the senses. Others aim to stimulate. If your goal is to have a garden that stimulates, there are some ways to achieve that…

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How Training Affects Productivity

Training in trades is often focused on improving the actual ‘work’ skills set. For the individual that has experience, a wide range of skills, opportunities for advancement are further increased through the development of their management skills. Graduates who are educated to have such a positive attitude are a big part of what drives productivity. Read more...

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Trade Career Choices

Have you ever wondered why someone becomes a plumber while another picks up the tools of a carpenter, or why some thrive in auto mechanics while others head into electrical work? The world of trades is as diverse as the people in it — and that’s what makes it fascinating.

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