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13/10/2026

...Don't take our word for it.
Speed is one thing. The ability to actually use the data in your workflow is another.

A Property Development Operations Lead testing highlighted both:

“The speed at which utility data loads within a selected area is impressive, and the level of detail available is excellent.”

And there's more:

“Being able to export the data into design software is a huge benefit as well.” – Ops Lead, Property Development

It’s feedback like this that shows how digital utility information can support better, more efficient planning and design.

it. us what you think.
Your feedback will help shape the next stage of BDUP as we work towards a national rollout.

Join the pilot 👉 https://safe.byda.com.au/BDUPpilot26

12/10/2026

👷Whether you’re a gardening guru or weekend DIY warrior be aware of the services buried in your humble backyard!

Before doing ANY digging always 💯 take the essential🥇first step and request utility plans for your property to help plan and identify what’s buried below.

For FREE 24/7 access to utility plans go to 👉 www.byda.com.au

05/10/2026

BYDA members are united by a shared commitment to safeguarding people, infrastructure, and communities.

Together, they:
🔸 Promote a national culture of utility safety
🔸 Enable timely access to critical infrastructure information
🔸 Support education and awareness across industries
🔸 Advocate for best practice in excavation safety
🔸 Strengthen Australia’s utility damage prevention ecosystem
🔸 Lead by example in safety and accountability.

BYDA members are not just participants.

They are leaders in utility damage prevention and safety.

30/09/2026

Great example .plumbing of proactive utility damage prevention and safety by taking the first essential step .

Thanks for the shout out and showing how easy it is to use the BYDA service to request utility plans for their worksite.

We really appreciate seeing someone in the plumbing trade get behind the BYDA service and promoting utility safety! 🦺 🪏

www.byda.com.au

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28/09/2026

What does it really take to dig a hole safely?
A lot more than picking up a shovel.

Before You Dig Australia’s Head of Safety, Standards and Assurance, Riley Bryn, recently went on site with utility locators Tim Laidler and Antonio Matejasevic from Locate & Map to see firsthand what goes into finding and protecting underground services.

The project involved installing 12-metre pipes along a multi-kilometre route, working around busy roads, powerlines and existing underground services.

And it was a good reminder of something every locator and excavator knows: are indicative only.

On just one section of the job, several services were found in different locations to those shown on the plans – including gas, electrical, Telco and fibre assets.

That’s why locating, potholing and verification are so important before excavation.
But all that locating, digging, vacuum excavation, redesigning and rechecking takes time and money.

So, what does it actually cost to dig a hole?

BYDA is working on putting a dollar value on it.
Watch this space 👀

22/09/2026

Still waiting for utility plans before you can start designing?

Every project starts with good information.

The BYDA Digital Utility Portal ( ) gives you access to available underground and overhead utility information through one secure digital map – eliminating the need to piece together multiple PDF plans.

🔸 Spend less time chasing information.
🔸 Spend more time designing.
🔸 Experience it for yourself.

Australia’s first national utility digital mapping platform is now available for industry testing.

it. us what you think.
Your feedback will help shape the next stage of as we work towards a national rollout.

Join the BDUP pilot 👉 https://safe.byda.com.au/BDUPpilot26

21/09/2026

Utility safety doesn’t stand still – and neither do we! The BYDA Damage Prevention team has been out and about across the Mid North Coast and Newcastle, talking with the people who plan, manage and deliver work around underground utilities.

At MidCoast Council in Taree, we delivered five BYDA Utility Awareness and Plan Reading sessions over two days, with 130 council staff taking part.

That’s an important conversation for local government, where council works are among the top four contributors to utility damage. Building awareness of what’s underground – and how to safely plan and work around it – is key to preventing strikes, disruption and harm.

The team also joined the in Newcastle, connecting with around 2,000 attendees and sharing practical utility safety and damage prevention advice.

We were also joined by our friends at Telstra who were on hand to share useful information about their services and help tradies understand how to avoid damaging telecommunications infrastructure.

From council crews to construction and trades, the more people who understand what’s underground and how to work safely around it, the safer Australia’s utility networks will be.

That’s what BYDA’s Damage Prevention team is all about – sharing knowledge, building awareness and helping prevent utility damage wherever the work takes us.

Contact our damage prevention education team to find out how we can work with your crew 👉 https://safe.byda.com.au/utilitysafetyeducation

15/09/2026

DON’T TAKE OUR WORD FOR IT.

What do the people testing Australia’s first consolidated utility mapping platform think of the BYDA Digital Utility Portal ( )?

“I absolutely love it. It’s incredible to see all the assets combined.”

And the verdict?

“I can’t wait for it to be rolled out nationally – it’s a game changer!” – Electrical Design Consultant

The is being tested by industry now, helping shape the future of how utility information is accessed, viewed and used across Australia.

An industry game changer? We’ll let you decide.

it. us what you think.
Your feedback will help shape the next stage of BDUP as we work towards a national rollout.

Join the BDUP pilot 👉 https://safe.byda.com.au/BDUPpilot26

14/09/2026

Safety starts with awareness – and it’s great to see leading civil contractor John Holland continuing to put utility safety front and centre on one of Queensland’s major infrastructure projects.

BYDA’s Damage Prevention Officer recently joined project crews on the Beerburrum to Nambour Rail Upgrade to deliver refresher BYDA Utility Safety sessions.

The crews had previously attended BYDA sessions, but regular refreshers are an important part of keeping safe digging practices and underground infrastructure risks top of mind – particularly on a complex project of this scale.

And it’s an important message to keep front of mind.

With around 12km of rail duplication, new bridges, track realignments and level crossing removals underway, there’s a lot happening on this $1 billion-plus project.

Taking the time to reinforce utility safety knowledge today can help prevent damage, delays and disruption tomorrow – supporting safer work practices while helping keep major projects productive and on track.

A big thanks to the John Holland team for continuing to make utility safety part of the conversation on site👏

Because when it comes to utility safety, .

If utility damage prevention and safety is a priority at your workplace, contact our damage prevention education team 👉 https://safe.byda.com.au/utilitysafetyeducation

09/09/2026

BYDA’s strength and the safety of Australia’s utility network is built on .

With every new member, the network becomes more complete, more accurate, and more valuable to everyone who relies on it.

Growth isn’t just a milestone – it’s a mission.

Because when more asset owners and industry partners contribute utility data, Australia benefits from:
🔸 Better data
🔸 Faster access to information
🔸 Improved safety outcomes
🔸 Stronger infrastructure protection

A more informed network means safer communities.

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