For generations of Australians, a trip up the Bruce Highway wasn't complete without pulling over for a photo at the Big Pineapple. Since opening in 1971, the heritage-listed attraction has become one of Queensland's most recognisable landmarks and an enduring symbol of the Sunshine Coast. It's even played host to King Charles III and Princess Diana back in 1983 during their official tour of Australia. Now, the landmark is getting a significant upgrade, with the Queensland Gov

The Queensland Government has proposed a new Queensland Construction Code that could reshape procurement and industrial arrangements on major publicly funded infrastructure projects. If adopted, the code would apply to all Brisbane2032 projects, as well as any taxpayer-funded building projects over $10 million and major civil projects over $20 million. A new approach to major projects Deputy Premier Jarrod Bleijie says the reforms are designed to improve productivity while ma

The pipeline of work on Queensland's Bruce Highway continues to grow, with 52 new tenders set to be released between mid-2026 and mid-2027 as part of the $9 billion Bruce Highway Targeted Safety Program. The upcoming release includes 40 construction packages and 12 design tenders, creating significant opportunities for contractors, consultants and the wider civil infrastructure workforce. The new tenders will support a range of safety-focused upgrades, including: More than 20