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Image: Sophie/stock.adobe.com The New South Wales Government is seeking almost 60 new apprentices and trainees to start their careers on major transport projects in regional areas across the state in 2025. Coby Burkill, now in her second year of the program, exemplifies the transformative impact of the Regional and Outer Metropolitan Apprentice and Trainee Programs. Despite having … The post Apprentices and trainees wanted for NSW transport projects appeared first on Inside Construction . View Source

Image: anut21ng Stock/stock.adobe.com The Keystone Tower project has reached a significant milestone, receiving planning approval from the State Planning Commission . This green light paves the way for the construction of what is set to become Adelaide’s tallest skyscraper, soaring to a height of 183 metres. Located at 254 North Terrace, the $400 million development aims to transform the city’s skyline with its 37-storey mixed-use building. Designed by Walter Brooke and Bara Consulting Group, and to be developed in partnership with Melbourne-based Pelligra Group, the tower will feature Adelaide’s first Westin Hotel, office space, conference facilities, a business lounge, a wellness retreat and a three-storey observation deck. Michael Baragwanath, lead consultant at Keystone Tower, noted that the State Planning Commission’s approval reflects the team’s comprehensive approach to urban development. “ We are committed to creating a building that is both a modern marvel and a respect...

KONE’s UltraRope technology in the elevator shaft. (Images: KONE) In an unprecedented collaboration between KONE and SkyPoint, Australia’s tallest tower has introduced an extraordinary attraction – the KONE Digital Experience Display elevator. KONE’s innovation transports passengers to the 77th floor of the Q1 Building on the Gold Coast in just 38 seconds, offering breathtaking views and an immersive journey. Adam Daly, modernisation director at KONE, highlights the significance of the partnership with SkyPoint on this groundbreaking project. He notes that the collaboration brings Australia’s first-of-its-kind sustainable and immersive elevator experience to life. “The KONE Digital Experience Car and KONE UltraRope technology represent a leap forward in elevator innovation and this collaboration not only enhances the visitor experience at SkyPoint but also aligns with our commitment to eco-friendly and sustainable practices across Australia’s built environment,” says Daly. The...

Coates Hire Belmont. (Image: Paul Kane/The Photo Pitch) With almost 40 per cent of global carbon emissions generated by the built environment, considerable research, innovation and policy-making continue to target emissions reduction in this sector. To date, the focus has largely been on the sustainable operation of buildings. However, with embodied carbon accounting for around one-quarter of the construction industry’s greenhouse gas emissions and 11 per cent of all emissions globally, according to Architecture 2030, momentum is growing for a whole-of-lifecycle approach to decarbonisation. Robyn Simpson , national manager for environment and sustainability at Coates , highlights that operational carbon pertains to the energy used for operating buildings and infrastructure, while embodied carbon is generated during the selection, production and transportation of materials, as well as through construction processes and eventual demolition. “As the energy efficiency of buildings ...

Artist’s impression: Ground level on Morphett Road at Maxwell Terrace looking under the bridge. (Image: South Australian Department of Infrastructure and Transport) An alliance comprising CPB Contractors, McConnell Dowell, Mott MacDonald, ARUP and Aurecon has been selected by the Federal and South Australian governments to deliver the Tram Grade Separation Projects. These projects aim to enhance transport safety, efficiency and reliability, while also improving the amenity, connectivity and liveability along the existing tram line from Adelaide’s CBD to Glenelg. Modifications will also be made to the existing overpass at South Road to facilitate the construction of the anticipated River Torrens to Darlington Project. The Tram Grade Separation Projects are expected to generate approximately $212.8 million in revenue for CPB Contractors, a member of CIMIC Group. CIMIC Group executive chairman Juan Santamaria said: “These upgrades will be critical to supporting economic growth in So...

Artist’s impression: Sunshine Coast Indoor Sports Centre west entry. (Image: Queensland Government) Expressions of interest (EOIs) are now being sought for the roles of managing contractor and principal consultant for the $142 million Sunshine Coast Indoor Sports Centre project. Set to host Olympic basketball preliminaries during the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the new centre will feature at least 6,000 spectator seats. Located within the growing … The post New Sunshine Coast Indoor Sports Centre works now out to market appeared first on Inside Construction . View Source

Image: sornram/stock.adobe.com This month’s Green Construction feature offers a prime opportunity to highlight your business’s sustainable solutions for the construction industry. The building sector contributes nearly 40 per cent of global emissions, but change is in motion. Building owners, contractors and project stakeholders are actively seeking greener methods, materials and technologies to achieve green building certifications and reduce carbon emissions throughout the project lifecycle. As the industry intensifies its commitment to reducing emissions, now is the time to spotlight the products, materials and initiatives driving sustainability across Australia’s built environment. The October 2024 edition of Inside Construction will showcase businesses offering sustainable innovations and solutions, and the contractors leading the charge in carbon reduction initiatives and practices. If you think this is your business and want to get involved, we’d love to hear from you!...

Paul Murphy, chief information officer at GHD, at the recent Illuminate event. (Image: Bentley Systems) Esteemed leaders from the construction sector recently gathered at Bentley Systems’ Illuminate event, underscoring the essential role of collaborative industry relationships in achieving success. A prime example highlighted at the event was the thriving collaboration between Bentley Systems (Bentley) and the engineering, architecture and construction services company GHD. Inside Construction spoke with Paul Murphy , chief information officer at GHD, and Mike Campbell , chief product officer at Bentley, to explore their foundation of collaboration and deep engagement. Murphy said that GHD has been using Bentley products for over 15 years, but had recently sought to forge a much closer relationship with technology providers. “Our rationale for that was in our future, there was no potential to divorce technology from our ways of working and the work that we needed to do,” said M...

Image: Ziyan Yang/stock.adobe.com As billions of dollars flow into the renewable energy transition, the Property Council of Australia and Procore are teaming up on an exciting research project to explore key questions for the property and energy sectors. Buildings are increasingly becoming power plants, new partnerships are forming, new income streams are being discovered, and the relationship between customers and utilities is being reimagined. But where do the biggest sources of value lie? What does innovation look like today? Where is the trendline pointing tomorrow? And what policy, technology or skills gaps need to be closed? A new survey has been launched to spark fresh conversations and spur investment in Australia’s renewable energy future. Survey feedback will help identify trends, challenges and opportunities to build future-ready ecosystems. Related stories: Procore roundtable helps construction industry adapt and thrive The B1M and Procore address a sil...

Image: Yuttana Studio/stock.adobe.com Kennards Hire has today unveiled the results of its third annual Construction Confidence Check survey. The findings reveal that 93 per cent of construction business leaders now view Australia’s construction industry as ‘stable’ and resilient enough to sustain growth ­– a notable 12 per cent increase from last year’s 81 per cent. The 2024 survey, which included over 410 leaders from both small (20-99 employees) and large (over 100 employees) construction firms across Australia, provides unique insight into the fluctuating market. It sheds light on how construction business leaders are faring in the current environment and offers an outlook on the industry’s future. Survey findings suggest strong optimism due to cost-saving measures, with 37 per cent of construction business leaders focusing on increasing workmanship quality to reduce rework. Similarly, 57 per cent of those surveyed indicate that their business plans include investing in techn...

Image: r_tee/stock.adobe.com A major milestone has been reached on the West Gate Tunnel Project with the completion of the entire road surface on the new connections linking the West Gate Tunnel to the city. Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan and Minister for Transport Infrastructure Danny Pearson joined project workers for the first car ride to the project’s highest point – a 27-metre-high ramp connecting CityLink to the new elevated road above Footscray Road. “We said we would build the West Gate Tunnel and that’s exactly what we’re doing – creating new city connections that link the twin tunnels under Yarraville to the CBD, and a vital second river crossing that will cut travel times between Melbourne’s west and the city,” said Allan. Crews recently finished the final concrete road surface on the bridges and elevated roads, which will direct drivers from the West Gate Tunnel to West Melbourne, Docklands and the city. The project will also enhance connections for the freight in...

Image: kthx1138/stock.adobe.com The Milton Ulladulla Bypass project is advancing to the concept design phase following the completion of initial environmental studies. This next stage will focus on refining the corridor to ensure the project delivers improved connectivity and reduced travel times. Additionally, a local access strategy will be developed to ensure the bypass provides access to properties and businesses when local roads may be impacted by construction and operation. This strategy will be formulated in consultation with the Shoalhaven City Council , property owners, businesses and community groups, ensuring the design options address the needs of both locals and the broader community. The Milton Ulladulla Bypass project aims to improve road safety and reduce travel times on the Princes Highway and enhance trip reliability by bypassing the Milton and Ulladulla town centres. Federal Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Minister Catherin...

Artist’s impression: Gunnedah Hospital – single bedroom. (Images: NSW Government) Major construction for the $53 million Gunnedah Hospital Redevelopment is now underway, with the latest designs recently unveiled. The project includes the construction of a new acute services building, which will house an expanded emergency department, along with modern birthing, maternity and inpatient units designed to support contemporary models of care. Newly released artist’s impressions reveal the design of the new inpatient bedrooms. These rooms will feature a carer’s zone and large windows that offer views of the landscaped courtyards. The interior design reflects the Gunnedah landscape, featuring contemporary, calming and welcoming spaces developed in consultation with staff and the local community. Early works, including demolition, have been completed to prepare the site for the next stage of construction. The main hospital entry and reception have also been refurbished to enhance acce...

Image: Summer Paradive/stock.adobe.com Construction on the new Melton Hospital will commence this year, with the Victorian Government naming the preferred consortium to deliver the landmark project. Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan and Minister for Health Infrastructure Mary-Anne Thomas announced that exclusive negotiations will begin with the Exemplar Health consortium to build the over $900 million hospital, which is slated for completion in 2029. “We are getting on with the world-class hospital that families in Melton need and deserve,” said Allan. The consortium comprises Capella Capital as sponsor and investor, Lendlease Infrastructure Investments and Invesis as investors, Lendlease as builder, and Honeywell and Compass Group as facilities and maintenance managers. The new Melton Hospital will be delivered as a Public-Private Partnership, bringing together the private consortium to design, construct, finance and maintain the facility for 25 years. Related sto...

Image: aFotostock/stock.adobe.com In a significant construction milestone, large steel roofing structures are currently being hoisted into position at the Perth Film Studios site in Malaga. These prefabricated modules, spanning 40 metres and weighing 30 tonnes, will form the framework for the roof covering the first of four sound stages. Situated on a 16-hectare site along Marshall Road near the new Malaga METRONET station, the studio complex will boast 8,200 square metres of interior production space upon completion. The complex will feature production offices, an art department, wardrobe facilities, workshops, set storage, parking and a 23,200sqm backlot – larger than the playing field at Optus Stadium. Funded by a $233.5 million investment from the Western Australian Government, the project was developed in accordance with the state’s Market-led Proposals Policy , aiming to foster partnerships that combine the expertise and creativity of the private and public sectors. Treasu...

Image: logopiks/stock.adobe.com The Infrastructure Sustainability Council (ISC) has introduced a new digital tool to help Australian and New Zealand infrastructure projects navigate sustainability changes and ensure their assets are sustainable. IS Essentials is a transformative addition to the ISC’s globally recognised IS Rating Scheme . This scheme consists of third-party assured rating tools that assess the social, cultural, environmental and economic performance of infrastructure assets throughout their life cycle. Specifically designed for smaller infrastructure projects valued between $5 million and $100 million, IS Essentials aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. It aids government agencies, private asset owners and investors in measuring, improving and reporting on the social, cultural, environmental and economic performance of their projects. ISC acting CEO Patrick Hastings highlighted the significance of this tool in advancing the sector’s sustainability ef...

Image: lersan/stock.adobe.com On 8 August 2024, Sydney will host Foundations and Frontiers (FF24) – an unprecedented event for the entire construction industry. FF24 is more than a conference; it’s a movement aimed at creating a more sustainable and inclusive construction industry. Drawing inspiration from the global influence of events like Conference of the Parties (COP) summits and the World Economic Forum, FF24 will bring together around 1,000 participants, including 100 influential leaders from government, private sector asset owners, industry, unions and academia for group discussions on significant industry changes. FF24’s plenary session will feature a unique setup: a circular stage in the middle of the room, hosting TED-style talks and interactive discussions. This format will ensure that participants have ample opportunity to share ideas and insights. Event highlights TED talks Tane Hunter, co-founder of Future Crunch and Lighthouse Data Science, on future work...

Image: beerkoff/stock.adobe.com Construction has begun on the new $330 million Level 4 Eurobodalla Regional Hospital in New South Wales, heralding a significant upgrade in healthcare services for the region. The new world-class hospital will provide additional and expanded health services compared to what is currently available at both the Moruya and Batemans Bay hospitals combined. Key features include an emergency department and an eight-bed Intensive Care Unit/Close Observation Unit, marking the first intensive care service available in the Eurobodalla region. The hospital will also offer increased access to chemotherapy treatments and renal dialysis, surgical and operating theatres with a day stay surgical unit, expanded medical imaging with a new magnetic resonance imaging service, ambulatory care for community outpatient services, paediatric and maternity services including a special care nursery, mental health beds for short-term admissions, and enhanced education and trai...

Image: tippapatt/stock.adobe.com Revizto has announced a minority investment from global growth equity investor Summit Partners. This secondary investment partnership aims to support Revizto’s team expansion, product development and continued global growth. Since its launch in 2012, Revizto has been committed to transforming the architecture, engineering, construction and operation (AECO) industry. The company offers an Integrated Collaboration Platform that helps customers seamlessly turn every project into reality. Revizto provides a user-friendly, cloud-based platform designed for architects, engineers, contractors and owners to collaborate in both 3D and 2D environments. The platform is accessible to all project team members, regardless of their technical skills or location – whether in-office, onsite or on any device. By providing a single source of truth for construction collaboration, Revizto empowers project stakeholders to speed up project delivery, reduce rework and cut ...

Image: pickypix/stock.adobe.com New research from Edith Cowan University (ECU) reveals that medium and large-scale construction projects stand a better chance of success when they adhere to specific success criteria. Dr Neda Kiani Mavi, lecturer at ECU, has developed a machine learning-based decision support system aimed at removing uncertainty from project feasibility assessments. The system is able to … The post New ECU application takes guesswork out of construction projects appeared first on Inside Construction . View Source

Image: bilanol/stock.adobe.com Water-retaining structures, like wastewater treatment plants, require stringent crack control measures to maintain structural integrity and functionality. Concrete experiences volume changes due to early-age thermal contractions, autogenous shrinkage and drying shrinkage. When these volume changes are restrained, shrinkage-induced stresses develop, leading to tensile stress. If these stresses exceed the concrete’s tensile strength, cracking can occur. Excessive concrete cracking is one of the most common forms of damage in reinforced concrete structures. Controlling crack widths in concrete is often achieved by adding steel reinforcement, which distributes strains along the member length, producing many narrow and closely spaced cracks. Inadequate reinforcement, however, leads to fewer but wider cracks. Cracking can cause significant issues, including leakage, reduced structural performance and accelerated deterioration due to the ingress of harmful ...