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Our latest e-news is out now. This fortnightly issue delivers another round of important CCAA & Industry News - including the recent publication of the Industry Decarbonisation Facilitation Plan. Read now https://lnkd.in/gfruHnzP Subscribe here https://lnkd.in/gEw9Q92s

Gordon Dam standing strong after 50 years. “Gordon Dam is a known feat of engineering and innovation which helped establish Tasmania as a global leader in renewable energy,” “It contains 154,000 cubic metres of concrete – that’s more than 21,300 cement trucks, and is more than double the height of Wrest Point Casino.” https://lnkd.in/g-ZauTHu

Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia CEO Michael Kilgariff joined Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) on their Supply Circles series - to share his insights on strategic planning, and its vital role in decarbonising the Concrete and Cement Industry. Tune in to hear more on: - The process of effective strategic planning - The relationship between strategy and culture - The challenge of the circular economy - The opportunities for the concrete, cement and aggregates industry in achieving net zero - The role of power requirements and trucking requirements in achieving decarbonisation - The role of policy in achieving the targets Listen now https://lnkd.in/gvWmR2yi

Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia is delighted to welcome Concrete Support Services (CSS) as a new associate member. CSS specialises in independent concrete testing, with highly experienced professionals and longstanding experience. As a NATA-certified laboratory, CSS offers concrete sampling, compression testing, and additional testing as needed. They provide expert technical advice, support, and efficient data management, issuing results on the same day of crack testing. CSS ensures quality, reliability, and compliance with Australian Standards in every aspect of their work. CCAA welcomes CSS to our association, and looks forward to working together to deliver mutual value, with Joanne Kor

Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia was delighted to accept an invitation from John Mawson, Managing Director of Mawsons, to visit their impressive operations in regional Victoria. Mawsons is a true Australian family success story, starting in 1912 with E.B. (Barney) Mawson in the Kerang Shire. Fast forward to today, this proud legacy continues as a joint venture with Adbri since 2007. With 16 quarry sites, 40 concrete plants, and 7 landscaping centres, Mawsons plays a critical role in supporting Northern and Central Victoria and Southern NSW’s construction needs. Their operations also include mobile crushing and screening equipment and an impressive fleet of delivery trucks, ensuring efficiency and reliability across the region. Michael Kilgariff, Brian Hauser GAICD, and Roger Buckley had the opportunity to tour key sites, including the Seymour and Lake Cooper Quarry operations and the Blue Hills greenfield site near Maldon. This operation is an important part of the Victorian Heavy Construction Materials industry, which is a logistics powerhouse, accounting for 24% of total freight by weight. With 1,500 concrete agitators, 600 tippers, and 280 cement tankers on the move, transport efficiency is essential. Logistics can represent up to 25% of the final material costs, making proximity to projects vital for reducing costs and emissions across transport, energy, housing, defence, water, and social infrastructure projects. A huge thanks to John Mawson and the team for showcasing this cornerstone of our industry! #ConstructionMaterials #Logistics #RegionalSuccess #CCAA #Sustainability #HeavyTransport

Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia was delighted to accept an invitation from John Mawson, Managing Director of Mawsons, to visit their impressive operations in regional Victoria. Mawsons is a true Australian family success story, starting in 1912 with E.B. (Barney) Mawson in the Kerang Shire. Fast forward to today, this proud legacy continues as a joint venture with Adbri since 2007. With 16 quarry sites, 40 concrete plants, and 7 landscaping centres, Mawsons plays a critical role in supporting Northern and Central Victoria and Southern NSW’s construction needs. Their operations also include mobile crushing and screening equipment and an impressive fleet of delivery trucks, ensuring efficiency and reliability across the region. Michael Kilgariff, Brian Hauser GAICD, and Roger Buckley had the opportunity to tour key sites, including the Seymour and Lake Cooper Quarry operations and the Blue Hills greenfield site near Maldon. This operation is an important part of the Victorian Heavy Construction Materials industry, which is a logistics powerhouse, accounting for 24% of total freight by weight. With 1,500 concrete agitators, 600 tippers, and 280 cement tankers on the move, transport efficiency is essential. Logistics can represent up to 25% of the final material costs, making proximity to projects vital for reducing costs and emissions across transport, energy, housing, defence, water, and social infrastructure projects. A huge thanks to John Mawson and the team for showcasing this cornerstone of our industry! #ConstructionMaterials #Logistics #RegionalSuccess #CCAA #Sustainability #HeavyTransport

Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia (CCAA) welcomes the opportunity to collaborate with Civil Contractors Federation National and attend the 2024 CCF Australian Infrastructure Summit in Canberra. As the peak body for Australia’s civil construction industry, representing 1,800 members nationwide, CCF continues to drive critical conversations on the challenges and opportunities across transport, energy, housing, defence, water and social infrastructure. This year’s Summit features an outstanding speaker lineup, addressing how the industry can meet the demands of Australia’s significant infrastructure pipeline. The event concludes with the prestigious National Earth Awards, celebrating excellence in civil construction projects. CCAA values its partnership with the CCF network and other stakeholders as we work together to strengthen our advocacy and deliver a sustainable future for Australia’s infrastructure industry. #Infrastructure #Collaboration #CCF #CCAA Nicholas Proud - CEO Civil Contractors Federation National, Lisa Kinross, GAICD, MComm, MOL - CEO Civil Contractors Federation Victoria, Michael Kilgariff - CEO Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia, and Kylie Yates GAICD - CEO CCF NSW | Civil Contractors Federation NSW

Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia CEO Michael Kilgariff recently had an Opinion Piece in Infrastructure Magazine, outlining the important role the heavy construction materials industry has to play in Australia’s transition to net zero. Cement, concrete, and aggregates form the backbone of our nation’s infrastructure – from roads and bridges to housing, buildings, energy and more. With demand growing, we must innovate to reduce emissions while meeting the needs of our expanding population. At Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia, we are committed to Net Zero by 2050, a challenge that requires bold strategies and strong collaboration. Our Decarbonisation Pathways for the Australian Cement and Concrete Sector highlights key actions: ✅ Adopting whole-of-life carbon approaches for infrastructure. ✅ Revising outdated standards to enable lower-carbon solutions. ✅ Promoting material efficiency and the use of supplementary cementitious materials. ✅ Supporting the transition to zero-emission heavy vehicles. We’re advocating for government policies that incentivise innovation, improve standards, and showcase successful low-carbon projects. Interim solutions, such as biodiesel and performance-based material specifications, can help bridge the gap as we transition to more sustainable practices. #NetZero #Infrastructure #Sustainability #Decarbonisation #CCAA #ConstructionMaterials #Innovation https://lnkd.in/gfScpgWv

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The new issue of Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia fortnightly e-news is out now https://lnkd.in/gDgav-p2 Subscribe to stay up to date with all the latest CCAA and heavy construction materials industry related news. https://lnkd.in/gEw9Q92s