Talking Architecture & Design Podcast (Episode 201) - Laura Connarty-Duncan from the Hire and Rental Industry Association on why it's time to get more women into the industry Listen Now
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    Episode 201: Laura Connarty-Duncan from the Hire and Rental Industry Association on why it's time to get more women into the industry
    Episode 201: Laura Connarty-Duncan from the Hire and Rental Industry Association on why it's time to get more women into the industry

    Laura Connarty-Duncan is the Operations Manager at the Hire and Rental Industry Association (HRIA), the official industry association for hire and rental companies in Australia.


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