Industry News, Safety & Training Updates

Keeping Australia's civil construction, road maintenance and plant operations industries informed with the latest government announcements, safety guidance, training developments and regulatory updates.

Government Funding & Grants

Keystone rebates available for civil, plant and high risk work training

Keystone Tasmania's current rebate list includes civil construction areas such as earthworks, excavation, roadworks, large plant operations and traffic management, along with high risk work and safety training. Eligible businesses apply through a Keystone account before training starts.

Why it matters: Tasmanian construction employers and sole traders may be able to reduce the cost of upskilling their crews. Funding is never guaranteed, so check eligibility before booking.

Source:: Keystone Tasmania
Original announcement:: Not dated by source
Summary published:: 31 October 2026

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Training & Licensing

Keystone's 2026–27 training funding policy is now in place

Keystone has published its Training Funding Policy for the 2026–27 financial year, setting out eligibility and funding conditions for building and construction industry training in Tasmania.

Why it matters: Businesses planning training this financial year should read the current policy, as conditions and caps can change from year to year.

Source:: Keystone Tasmania
Original announcement:: Not dated by source
Summary published:: 31 October 2026

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