Civil Infrastructure
Australia is Set for a Tsunami of Road and Rail Projects
April 6, 2021
BIS Oxford Economics latest forecasts shows that the expected overall dollar value for construction work done on civil and engineering projects will surge from $88.7 billion in 2019/20 to almost $120 billion by 2022/23. The rebound is said to be driven by unprecedented levels of spending on road and rail infrastructure. The BIS expects activity on transport infrastructure to increase from $30.7 billion in 2019/20 to reach a peak of almost $50 billion by 2022/23. BIS Oxford Economics Principal Economist Nicholas Fearnley stated that the boom in transport construction which is expected to take place over coming years will differ …
Perth Build-to-Rent Tower Gets Nod
March 31, 2021
Sentinel Real Estate has secured approval for its third project in Perth. The project, to be built on the corner West Coast Highway and Manning Street will comprise 175 apartments in a mix of sizes atop a three-storey mixed mixed-use podium. The 21-storey build-to-rent project will be developed and leased by Sentinel and will feature four commercial tenancies, 230 bike parking bays, 215 car parking spaces and end of trip facilities for commercial tenants. The first stage of the three-stage development, known as Element 27, has been in operation and tenanted since early 2019. The second stage is under construction …
Fini, Goh Submit Skyscraper Plans at Elizabeth Quay
March 23, 2021
Perth property doyen Adrian Fini and Malaysian Victor Goh have lodged plans for a 54-storey mixed-use tower to add to Perth’s skyline as part of the Elizabeth Quay redevelopment. The Metropolitan Redevelopment Authority approved CA and Associates’ $85-million bid for the 4486sq m parcel of land in 2017. The consortium have now lodged plans to develop Lot 4 at Elizabeth Quay. The proposed development is expected to have a strong architectural identity and provide a sophisticated corporate and community environment, which will provide a valuable contribution to the amenity of the Elizabeth Quay precinct and the Perth skyline. Plans for …
Joint media statement – Contract awarded for road gateway in Perth’s Eastern Suburbs
February 4, 2021
The Greater Connect consortium comprising Laing O’Rourke, AECOM, and Arcadis has been awarded the contract to deliver the Great Eastern Highway Bypass Interchanges project. The project is expected to bust congestion and improve safety for traffic across the Hazelmere and Forrestfield industrial and freight distribution centres. The Morrison Government is allocating $247.25 million funding from its $110 billion, ten year infrastructure pipeline. Hon Rita Saffioti MLA, said procurement for the upgrades had been streamlined to boost the State’s economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic and would support up to 2,700 jobs. This would also help provide critical new connections for …
Joint media statement – Biggest ever South-West road project now underway, unlocking thousands of local jobs
February 1, 2021
Work on the Bunbury Outer Ring Road has kicked off today, which is expected to provide thousands of local jobs and economic benefits for the Greater Bunbury region. The South West Gateway Alliance, comprising Acciona, NRW Contracting, MACA Civil, AECOM and Aurecon, together with Main Roads, will build the 27-kilometre, four-lane, high-standard road from Forrest Highway near Australind to the Bussell Highway, south of Bunbury. According to Deputy Prime Minister Michael McCormack, upon completion the project would improve freight capacity, efficiency and productivity across the region. The project which has gone through planning for several years, recognizes the significance of …
Joint media statement – METRONET steaming ahead with three projects moving to shortlist phase
January 25, 2021
2021 looks set to be another big year of progress for METRONET, with three projects now moving into the major construction procurement shortlist phase. This includes the main construction contract for the Byford rail extension, the removal of three level crossings through Victoria Park and the construction of a new Midland Station. Premier Mark McGowan, said METRONET was creating local jobs and helping the Western Australian economy through COVID-19. With the nine Metronet projects in construction and another three major construction contracts to be awarded later in the year, there will be more opportunities for local jobs and businesses to …
Ocean Reef Marina full steam ahead with selection of local contractor
November 23, 2020
The McGowan Government has announced two Western Australian companies – WA Limestone and Italia Stone Group as the preferred contractors to work on the two-kilometre-long breakwaters (the longest in WA) required for the marina. Both companies, are expected to employ 56 local workers to construct the $60 million breakwaters using up to 650,000 tonnes of limestone, sourced from Development WA’s limestone quarry in Neerabup, and about 300,000 tonnes of granite. The breakwaters will be the longest in WA, with the work expected to commence by the end of 2020, subject to approvals and is to be completed by mid-2022. The …
Mitchell Freeway Extension a step closer with preferred proponent named
October 23, 2020
The Mitchell Extentions Joint Venture (MEJV), which consists of BMD Construction and Georgiou group, has been chosen to deliver the $215 million Mitchell Freeway Extension. The project, which is expected to create and support 1,200 local jobs and involves extending the Mitchell Freeway 5.6 kilometers from Hester Avenue in Clarkson to Romeo Road in Alkimos. The extension aims to alleviate pressure on the local road network, reducing travel times and improving safety and connectivity for commuters and local residents. The final contract is expected to be awarded in coming weeks with early works to commence in early 2021. The Mitchell …
Western Australia’s $27 billion transport infrastructure budget
October 20, 2020
The Western Australian Government has released a suite of investments under its 2020-21 State Budget which includes an overall $27 billion investment in infrastructure over the next four years. The State Budget includes $2.39 billion for road infrastructure and maintenance, $1.43 billion to capital works and $960 million for asset management (maintenance, road safety and minor works), network operations and grants to local governments for works on local roads. Major projects to be progressed as part of the State Budget include: • $100 million to install Smart Freeway technology on the Mitchell Freeway between Hester Avenue and Vincent Street, including …
McGowan Government to unveil plans for $50 million pedestrian and cycle bridge across Swan River
September 4, 2020
A new bridge stretching across a popular part of Perth’s Swan River has been announced today, with the project estimated to cost around $50 million. The pedestrian and cycle bridge will connect Victoria Park to the CBD via Heirisson Island and will ease congestion on the Causeway. The new project which is to be managed by Main Roads WA and carried out by WA companies is expected to create hundreds of local jobs and deliver a pipeline of work for local WA industry. The new bridge will feature a 6m-wide path, with lanes dedicated to cyclists and pedestrians. While the …
