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Renewables News – Green Light to offshore Wind Farm near Bunbury
September 4, 2024
The federal government has approved the construction of a wind farm off the coast of South West WA. Energy Minister Chris Bowen announced that the project will proceed however, it will now only cover about 4,000 square kilometers, half the size originally planned. The wind farm is expected to generate up to 11.4 gigawatts of energy, helping meet WA’s future energy needs. Bowen explained that one wind turbine can produce as much energy as solar panels used all day and can turn up to 15 times per minute. The wind farm will be located 41 km from Bunbury and 55 …
WA Infrastructure News: Perth Airport to begin A$5bn Construction Works
September 3, 2024
Perth Airport in Australia has kicked off a A$5 billion (US$6.4 billion) capital investment project aimed at expanding its infrastructure to support Western Australia’s growing aviation industry needs. The project includes major developments, including the construction of two multi-story car parks, a new terminal, an expanded international terminal, the airport’s first-ever on-site hotel, and a new runway. Jason Waters, CEO of Perth Airport, emphasized the importance of integrating new infrastructure with existing operations to ensure a seamless experience for passengers. He stated that the goal is to make sure that all future infrastructure developments are smoothly connected with the current …
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 …
$13.6 billion invested into the WA Transport budget for the next four years!
May 16, 2023
Western Australia’s 2023-24 Budget has been announced, showcasing $13.6 billion worth of investment over the next four years in transport infrastructure, including 23 new train stations. The budget will include $5.9 billion for the government’s transformational METRONET program, including delivery of: Morley-Ellenbrook Line, with $620 million invested New Bayswater Station, with $83 million invested Yanchep Rail Extension, with $318 million invested Victoria Park-Canning Level Crossing Removal, with $467 million invested Thornlie-Cockburn Link, with $220 million invested Byford Rail Extension, with $333 million invested 23 new train stations Removal of 16 level crossings 72km of new rail The investment in the …
1.53 million people were employed in Western Australia during March, including the highest ever level of full-time employment.
April 14, 2023
New jobs data from the ABS for March 2023 show WA’s economy remains strong. A record 1.53 million Western Australians were employed in March, including the highest ever level of full-time employment. The strong result has been underpinned by women finding full-time employment growing by more than 10% over the past 12 months – a terrific result. And WA’s unemployment rate fell to 3.4% in March 2023 – the second lowest of the States, while our labour force participation rate remains the highest of the States at 69.1%. Source: Link
$100M Southern Hemisphere’s Largest Wave Park to generate new local jobs in Perth.
March 21, 2023
The $100 million proposal includes a surfing lagoon (with over 25 different kinds of waves), a boutique surf hotel, a health and wellness centre, a beach club, restaurants and more – just 20 minutes’ drive from the CBD. Western Australia’s Environmental Protection Authority chairman has announced that the surf park project will not be a risk to the local environment and will not require any further assessment. The project is still waiting on final regulatory approvals but is expected to start construction in 2023 and be open to the public late in 2025. Global wave park developer Aventuur has been …
$6 billion allocated to WA’s METRONET program
May 18, 2022
Western Australia’s METRONET program of works will continue delivering projects that will transform Perth as well as support and create jobs as the State Government allocates $6 billion through 2022-23 State Budget. This significant funding injection will progress different METRONET projects over the next four years, including new projects such as the Morrison Road Level Crossing Removal in Midland and the Canning Bridge Bus Interchange. Key milestones for METRONET in 2022-23 include: About 20,000 passenger trips per day when the Forrestfield-Airport Link is completed, providing quick and easy access to Perth Airport and the eastern suburbs The first C-series train …
Federal Budget Boost For Western Australian Infrastructure
March 30, 2022
With over $2.1 billion committed to the state’s infrastructure pipeline, Western Australia continues to benefit from the Morrison-Joyce Government’s record infrastructure investment. As part of the governments plan for a stronger future, it continues to invest in projects that create jobs, keep commuters and freight safe and moving and drive economic growth. The government’s national rolling 10-year infrastructure investment pipeline will continue to increase from $110 billion to over $120 billion. Key new projects funded in Western Australia in the 2022–23 Budget include: 145 million for the Thomas Road – Dual Carriageway – South Western Highway to Tonkin Highway and …
Perth to get $4.3b dry dock facility in Henderson defence precinct
March 16, 2022
The federal government has committed around $4.3 billion for a new dry dock facility in Perth. The project is expected to support 500 jobs during the peak of construction and 2000 when it’s built. It would be the country’s second dry dock which would be used to build and maintain large ships. Prime Minister Scott Morrison says the project would turn the Henderson maritime precinct into a “world-class building powerhouse”. He also stated that this is a vote of confidence towards Western Australia’s shipbuilding capabilities, training, jobs, and economy. Pledged to work with the Western Australian government, the Commonwealth aims …
$678m funding injection to get more works underway on Outback Way
February 23, 2022
With plans of providing upgrades on Australia’s longest shortcut, the Federal Government is said to invest an additional $678 million. Some parts in Queensland and Western Australia are still unsealed and are substandard, and they funding commitment is said to seal these remaining sections. They plan for a strong economy across Queensland, the Northern Territory and Western Australia. Their investment locks in a pipeline of works that will drive investment in regional Australia and boost economies from Winton to Laverton. Sealing the entire 2,720 kilometers of Outback Way will slash travel times for freight and tourists while providing residents along …
