Civil Infrastructure
The World’s tallest hybrid timber tower granted approval in Perth with the project valued at $350 million.
October 3, 2023
The hybrid timber tower standing at 183 meters in height, designed by Fraser and Partners, has received development approval. The 51-story building is poised to become the tallest hybrid timber tower globally, surpassing the current record holder, Atlassian’s hybrid timber tower in Sydney, designed by Shop Architects and BVN. The project, valued at $350 million, is set to be constructed three metres taller than its predecessor. The hybrid timber tower will use 7,400 square meters of exposed timber in its construction. The development will be named C6, representing the chemical element for carbon on the periodic table, highlighting its status …
Western Australia’s Government shortlists proponents for High-Capacity Signalling system for the Perth urban rail network.
August 31, 2023
With Western Australia’s goal to upgrade its rail network, the government has shortlisted two proponents: Alstom Transport Australia & Downer EDI Works (ADJV) Siemens Mobility , Siemens Mobility GmbH and Wabtec Contril Systems (SafePerth) These proponents are to design, supply, build and maintain a High-Capacity Signalling (HCS) system for the Public Transport Authority. The HCS project aims to create a more modern, integrated, communications-based train control system, replacing the aging urban rail network control system in Perth. The new system will play a vital role in facilitating the substantial growth of passenger rail services as part of the State Government’s …
Progress continues on the Fitzroy River Bridge Replacement project in Western Australia.
August 9, 2023
The construction of a brand-new Fitzroy River Bridge in Western Australia is going smoothly, as the first deck pieces are scheduled to be installed within the next month. In December 2022, Ex-Tropical Cyclone Ellie caused major damage to the Fitzroy River Bridge, necessitating its reconstruction. The Fitzroy River Bridge Replacement project aims to construct a new two-lane bridge over the Fitzroy River, providing a pedestrian pathway, reconstructing bridge approaches, constructing flood and scour protection, and modifying utility services. The new bridge will be six times stronger and 100 meters longer. The large-scale infrastructure project in a remote region, involving local …
Major construction commences on $330m METRONET New Midland Station
July 27, 2023
Major construction has started on the METRONET New Midland Station project, a cutting-edge train station in the center of Midland, Western Australia, after development authority was granted last month. The modern three-platform station near Midland Town Centre would improve connectivity to Midland Gate Shopping Centre and Health Campus. Premier Roger Cook praised the government’s investment in public transport infrastructure, including the New Midland Station, which focuses on Midland’s future and preserves the area’s rail heritage. The project includes platforms, a pedestrian overpass, a 12-stand bus interchange, a multi-story car park, a 1-kilometer shared path, a kiosk, bike shelters, and operations …
$1.5 million construction begins on Perth City Deal, creating local jobs.
March 8, 2023
Construction on the causeway pedestrian and cyclist bridges project has started. The $100 million project, which features two cable-stayed bridges, providing a 6-metre-wide shared path linking Victoria Park foreshore at McCallum Park with Heirisson Island and Perth’s CBD at Point Fraser is part of the Perth City Deal. Civmec Construction and Engineering Pty Ltd, Seymour Whyte Constructions Pty Ltd, WSP Australia Pty Ltd and Main Roads, which comprises the Causeway Link Alliance is expected to complete the project which aims to provide improvement to safety, connectivity and amenity for commuters and tourists. Western Australia Transport Minister Rita Saffioti mentioned that …
The Smart Freeway Influence on Perth WA
December 10, 2021
Let’s talk Smart Freeways and how they are benefiting our roads here in Perth WA…. First Developed by Highways England, The Smart Freeway employs active traffic management (ATM) techniques to increase capacity using Motorway Incident Detection and Automatic Signalling (MIDAS). Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS) such as road sensors, detection radars and CCTV cameras monitor traffic conditions adjusting them in real time. For instance, changing speed limits when needed, using ramp signals to make merging safer during busy periods, opening and closing lanes if necessary, whilst gathering and feeding information to a state-of-the-art Road Network Operations Centre (RNOC). The RNOC is …
Great Eastern Highway Bypass Interchanges – Project Underway
November 17, 2021
Major construction is now underway on the $386.5 million Great Eastern Highway Bypass Interchanges project. When complete the project is expected to slash 10-minutes off peak hour journey times. The project includes: Construction of two grade separated interchanges along Great Eastern Highway at Abernethy Road and Roe Highway; An extension of Lloyd Street from its current end point to south of Clayton Street to Great Eastern Highway Bypass, including a new bridge over the Helena River; Upgrades to the Great Eastern Highway Bypass, including the removal of the existing intersection at Stirling Crescent; Upgrade of Roe Highway between Talbot Road …
Contractor announced for Stephenson Avenue Extension – Phase 2
November 1, 2021
Monday, 1 November 2021 The contract for Phase 2 of the $165 million Stephenson Avenue Extension has been awarded to Acciona, Clough and WSP under an alliance contract. When complete, the project will provide a new connection from Cedric Street to Scarborough Beach Road, including a new grade-separated Mitchell Freeway interchange to replace Cedric Street and local road links to Ellen Stirling Boulevard. The Stephenson Avenue Extension Phase 2 project scope also includes: A Smart Freeway southbound on-ramp; A $90 million upgrade to the Stirling Bus Interchange from an 18-stand facility to a 30-stand bus interchange; A new road connecting …
Metronet’s Malaga Station – Design Unveiled
September 8, 2021
The new Malaga station, part of the five stations being delivered on Morely-Ellenbrook line project, will be a ‘station within a park’. It draws influence from the surrounding parklands in Whiteman Park, Lightning Park and the banksia bushlands. Morely-Ellenbrook line project is Perth’s largest public transport project since the Mandurah Line, the 21-kilometre Morley-Ellenbrook Line will be connecting a re-located Bayswater Station on the Midland Line to Ellenbrook, travelling in the centre of Tonkin Highway, through land north of Marshall Road, along the western side of Drumpellier Drive. The circa $500 million project, being delivered by MELConnx consortium led by Laing …
METRONET – Midland Station preferred proponent announced
August 25, 2021
Midland Junction Alliance (McConnell Dowell Constructors, Georgiou Group, Arcadis Australia and BG&E) has been chosen to deliver the new METRONET Midland Station. The project includes decommissioning and demolishing the existing 53-year-old train station and the design and construction of a new facility between Helena and Cale streets. The design will incorporate three platforms catering for up to six-cars, a publicly accessible pedestrian overpass connecting both sides of the railway, a bus interchange and cycling facilities. The station is expected to have 3,300 daily boardings, with a projected growth of 3,700 in 2031. Passengers will now have a 25-minute, two-zone journey …
