News & Media

SA leads rollout of Blueprint for better mental health in construction.

MATES South Australia is proud to lead the implementation of the Blueprint for Better Mental Health & Suicide Prevention — a national, industry-endorsed program designed to help construction companies create psychologically safe, supportive, and resilient workplaces.

MATES SA 2025 Annual Fundraising Lunch

This year's MATES SA Annual Fundraising Lunch, held at the iconic Adelaide Oval on Friday, 2 May 2025, was our biggest yet — drawing over 480 attendees and showcasing the strength of our community's commitment to mental health and suicide prevention.

National Suicide Prevention Conference 2025: What We Learned

MATES SA team members Matt and Patrick had the opportunity to attend the National Suicide Prevention Conference in Perth.

Lacing Up for a Cause: MATES Joins the City-Bay Fun Run in Adelaide

This September, MATES in Construction SA is hitting the road for a powerful cause – and we want you to join us.

CONSOLIDATED POWER PROJECTS (HOPELAND PROJECT)

Located in Hopeland, just outside Chinchilla, the Ulinda Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) is a cutting-edge lithium battery storage facility under construction

Besix Watpac

Accreditation to Besix Watpac at the Woodford Juvenile Detention Centre.

Fosterville Gold Mine Achieves MATES in Mining Site Accreditation

Fosterville Gold Mine operated by Agnico Eagle, Victoria's largest gold mining operation, is proud to announce its recent site accreditation by MATES in Mining.

MATES SA Appoints new CEO

MATES in Construction SA is pleased to announce the appointment of Karyn Dale as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 July. The Board of Directors extends a warm welcome to Karyn, who brings over 20 years of experience in the construction industry across various sectors.

WA Man to Ski Solo Across Frozen Greenland in Support of Suicide Prevention

In March 2026, Perth local Marcus Arnold will attempt a 30 day, 400km solo crossing around Greenland’s Milne Island.