Talking Architecture & Design
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Episode 310: Robert Sobyra from BuildSkills Australia on how to fix our building industry skills shortages
38 minutes Posted Aug 24, 2026 at 7:00 pm.
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Australia has committed to building 1.2 million new homes over five years, but there's one enormous obstacle standing in the way: people. According to BuildSkills Australia, the nation needs around 90,000 additional construction workers if we're to have any realistic chance of meeting that target. At the same time, automation, robotics, AI, and advanced manufacturing are beginning to transform how buildings are designed and constructed. So, can technology solve our workforce crisi...