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Construction has commenced on a new $55 million medical research facility in South Western Sydney, with the first sod turned on the Lang Walker AO Medical Research Building – Macarthur today. The building will be home to the Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research – Macarthur, dedicated to advancing world-class research for enhanced patient outcomes. The research conducted will focus on five key areas: diabetes, mental health, indigenous health, paediatrics and child wellbeing, and addiction medicine. Upon completion, the facility will provide researchers and clinicians access to the latest research technologies, laboratories and collaboration spaces. This localised expertise aims to enhance community access to clinical trials, serve local health needs and lead research of national significance and global impact. New South Wales Health Minister Ryan Park highlighted the significance of facilities like the Lang Walker AO Medical Research Building – Macarthur in retaining and ...

A new 42-berth marina, designed to accommodate both commercial and tourist boats for overnight docking along the Brisbane River, is poised for construction at Raptis Seafoods in Morningside, near the Gateway Bridge. The marina is one of five projects selected to receive a share of $15 million under Round One of the Growing Future Tourism program. While the marina won’t serve as a pick-up and drop-off point for tourists, it will play a role in providing Brisbane’s marine tourism operators with a secure anchoring space. This comes as a much-needed relief after facing challenges in recent years, including the 2022 floods and displacement caused by waterfront developments across the city. Queensland Tourism Minister Michael Healy highlighted that Brisbane River tourism operators have long sought a home base where they could drop anchor overnight, and this 42-berth marina fulfills that need. “The temporary river berthing installed by Raptis at their Morningside base has helped some op...

The $15.1 million redevelopment of Tasmania’s Cambridge Primary School has achieved a significant milestone with the selection of a contractor to deliver the first stage of works. Tasmanian Minister for Education, Children and Youth, Roger Jaensch, announced that Vos Construction and Joinery has been awarded the contract for Stage One of the project. “The major redevelopment of Cambridge Primary School Stage 1 works will deliver refurbishments to existing facilities and construction of new learning spaces, including break out spaces, sensory rooms and covered outdoor areas,” said Minister Jaensch. “The second stage of works will see construction of a new gymnasium and supporting facilities in collaboration with the Clarence City Council.” “Extensive consultation with students, staff and the local community has helped shape the redevelopment of the school and will deliver high-quality new facilities for our learners and the community.” Related stories: Tasmanian Irrigation utili...

The NSW Government has announced an additional seven train stations will receive upgrades as part of its $800 million election commitment to improve accessibility at stations across the state. The program is designed to create a safer and more accessible public transport experience, particularly for vulnerable community members. Premier of New South Wales, Chris Minns, emphasised that it is unacceptable that individuals in wheelchairs or parents with prams face accessibility issues at NSW stations. “We committed to upgrading train stations to make them more accessible, safe and secure for the people who need them the most, and that is what we are delivering,” said Premier Minns. One of the stations earmarked for an upgrade is the 136-year-old Macquarie Fields Station , which has never been fully accessible. Currently, the city-bound Platform 1 is only accessible by stairs. This station serves over 10,000 passengers weekly, and the local community, home to 2,000 people aged over 60...

CPB Contractors, a member of CIMIC Group, has been selected by the Australian Government’s Department of Defence to undertake the Army Aviation Program of Works at the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) Base Townsville . Juan Santamaria, executive chairman of CIMIC Group, highlighted that the Army Aviation Program of Works, valued at approximately $370 million, supports the Australian Defence Force’s operational capabilities from its northern bases. “CPB Contractors has extensive experience in working with the Department of Defence to enhance and sustain base environments and operational capability,” said Santamaria. “We are pleased to play a role in creating an Army aviation centre of excellence in Townsville.” In line with the objectives of the Defence Strategic Review, the project involves the upgrade or rebuild of infrastructure and facilities. These enhancements aim to support the relocation of both the 1st Aviation Regiment from Robertson Barracks and the 16th Aviation Brigade...

Since its inception, Coates has consistently shown a dedication to fostering positive change within communities – a commitment particularly evident in the company’s collaboration with the Clontarf Foundation (Clontarf), a not-for-profit organisation devoted to enhancing the education and life prospects of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men. Established 24 years ago in Perth with just 25 boys, Clontarf has grown significantly, now engaging more than 11,500 students across Australia. According to Adam Spink, national partnerships manager at Coates, Clontarf stands as a truly transformative program, offering education, mentoring and support that can profoundly impact the lives of young men. “There’s a flow-on effect for their families and communities too, so it aligns with the Coates value of ‘care deeply’ and with what we want to achieve in our reconciliation journey,” says Spink. Coates first partnered with Clontarf in 2020 as part of its first ‘Reflect’ Reconciliatio...

New research from the Productivity Commission underscores the significant opportunities for enhancing Australia’s productivity by strategically implementing policies and regulations concerning artificial intelligence. The findings underscore a timely and advantageous period for the construction sector to fully embrace and integrate artificial intelligence (AI) technologies into its operations, across the board. This shift towards AI adoption … The post Artificial intelligence: an emerging solution to the construction industry’s productivity lag appeared first on Inside Construction . View Source