The scourge of bureaucratic “make work”

The scourge of bureaucratic “make work”

An Internationally based colleague who spent some time in Australia, most graciously sent me a provocative reply to one of my recent posts.   He raised the issue of Australian Engineering & Construction companies large and small suffering from the effects of...
Engineering Capability in the Public Sector – how well is this being sustained?

Engineering Capability in the Public Sector – how well is this being sustained?

Since the 1980s, Public Sector engineering departments have undergone a dramatic shift in capacity……   Many of you who know me would be aware that I commenced my working life as a Cadet Engineer with the NSW State Rail Authority. In my era, the NSW State...
WestConnex Roads Project or 2nd Rail Harbour Crossing – which would you choose?

WestConnex Roads Project or 2nd Rail Harbour Crossing – which would you choose?

The WestConnex project continues to attract heavy criticism from many quarters, particularly in relation to the in excess of $11Bn price tag. Sydney’s public transport network is also attracting significant expenditure and it is widely accepted that a Second Sydney...