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Building Confidence: Effective Ways of Defeating Self-Doubt [2025]

Dealing With Self Doubt

Ever had that moment when you’re standing at the edge of a construction site, blueprint in hand, and suddenly feel like maybe you’re not cut out for this? Trust me, you’re not alone in this hard-hat zone of uncertainty. As someone who’s spent years watching construction professionals navigate the concrete jungle of self-doubt, I can […]

7 Ways to Accelerate Action for Women in Australian Construction

A woman where PPE and an industrial tape rule

As we approach International Women’s Day (IWD) 2025, there’s a bit of confusion swirling around this year’s theme. A quick Google search might leave you scratching your head, as two different themes seem to be competing for attention. On one hand, the website internationalwomensday.com highlights “Accelerate Action” as the theme, while the United Nations has […]

Government Funding in Construction: A Critical Analysis of Impact vs Intent

mismatch in government funding in australian construction

In September 2024, EPIC launched one of the most comprehensive Freedom of Information (FOI) investigations into construction industry funding across Australia. We submitted 26 FOI requests to federal and state departments, spanning education, employment, infrastructure, women’s affairs, and industry sectors. The response pattern alone tells a compelling story about transparency in government spending