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Australian Constructors Association CEO Jon Davies wraps up Foundations and Frontiers. (Image: Kris Woldt) The Australian Constructors Association (ACA) recently hosted the inaugural Foundations and Frontiers (FF24) forum, calling for industry-wide collaboration to tackle the pressing challenges in the construction sector. For the first time, the forum assembled leaders from every corner of the industry, including major associations, state and federal government representatives, national union heads and a wide array of stakeholders such as private clients, contractors, designers, developers, financiers and insurers. Polling from the event revealed growing concerns within the construction sector, one of the country’s largest industries. Attendees identified the primary challenges as a poor industry culture (31.5 per cent), low productivity (31.5 per cent), and insufficient financial sustainability (17.8 per cent). In terms of government support for a sustainable future, the top re...

Artist’s impression: Fareham apartment kitchen and living space. (Images: StudioPiper) Gamuda Land’s $90 million Fareham project in St Kilda is set to become one of Melbourne’s greenest multi-residential buildings. Designed by architects BayleyWard, the development will target net zero operations and a minimum 8-star average NatHERS rating. Powered by an embedded network providing 100 per cent renewable energy, including rooftop solar photovoltaic panels, Fareham will feature 73 residences equipped with water-efficient WELS-rated fixtures and fittings. Additional amenities include electric vehicle charging stations, secure bike parks and an onsite bicycle workshop to encourage sustainable travel choices. Jarrod Tai, general manager at Gamuda Land, said Fareham exemplifies eco-conscious living not only in the City of Port Phillip but also across Melbourne’s broader multi-residential sector. “In 2021, Gamuda Land unveiled the Gamuda Green Plan ­­– a commitment to sustainable const...

Canberra Hospital. (Images: Tom Roe) Multiplex has completed the ACT Government’s new Critical Services Building, the centrepiece of the Canberra Hospital Expansion. Situated at 77 Yamba Drive in Garran, within the existing Canberra Hospital campus, the new facility is the first fully-electric hospital building in Australia. It also represents the largest healthcare infrastructure project ever undertaken by the ACT Government. The expansion delivers a state-of-the-art medical facility to serve the growing Canberra community, significantly enhancing capacity across Canberra Hospital’s surgical services. David Ghannoum, regional managing director for NSW and the ACT at Multiplex, expressed the company’s pride in delivering another significant community infrastructure project to the Canberra region, having built the University of Canberra Hospital in 2017. “We are delighted to hand over this world-class health facility that will cater to the growing needs of the local community,” ...

The Rookwood Weir Project. (Image: Rookwood Weir) The Rookwood Weir Project by Sunwater, GHD, ACCIONA and McCosker Contracting has won the 2024 Australian Construction Achievement Award. The award was announced at a black-tie event at The Doltone House in Sydney, held alongside the Foundations and Frontiers (FF24) forum. Australian Constructors Association CEO Jon Davies highlighted the accolade as one of the highest honours in the industry. “This award is one of the highest honours a project can receive, recognising not only construction excellence but also the forward-thinking initiatives that contribute to a more sustainable industry,” said Davies. “The Rookwood Weir Project is a worthy winner, constructed on the Fitzroy River, the second largest seaward catchment in Australia; the project was a highly complex build with significant risks. These risks were minimised thanks to the exemplary collaboration of the alliance.” “The project excelled in lifting the skills base with...

Image: Jesse B/peopleimages.com/stock.adobe.com Master Builders Australia has released its first annual report on the progress toward achieving its Building and Construction Industry Sustainability Goals 2050. This report represents a significant milestone in the industry’s journey towards a more sustainable and resilient future. The goals aim to identify measures likely to impact business performance and outline actions to mitigate risks … The post New report highlights progress on construction sustainability appeared first on Inside Construction . View Source

The Walt Disney Concert Hall. (Image: 3M) The remarkable strength and durability of 3M VHB Tape were put to the test when it was used to bond 401,202kg of steel panels to the stiffeners on California’s Walt Disney Concert Hall. This extraordinary application highlights the tape’s ability to perform across projects of all scales, reinforcing its reputation as a reliable solution for the built environment. With high strength and performance excellence for both indoor and outdoor applications, 3M VHB Tape eliminates the need for rivets, screws, bolts and welds, improving design, construction and aesthetics while boosting productivity. So, what makes 3M VHB Tape an ideal choice for construction projects? It streamlines the assembly process by eliminating unnecessary steps, enabling fast and easy bonding. As a pressure-sensitive adhesive (PSA), it bonds instantly upon contact, requiring no drying time or fixturing. It also offers exceptional design flexibility, capable of bonding a wi...

L-R: Lord Mayor of Melbourne Nicholas Reece; George Abraham, managing director of Hickory; Victoria’s Minister for Planning Sonya Kilkenny; Daniel Dugina, executive director, Development at Lendlease; and Anne Jolic, head of operations, Development at Lendlease. (Image: Piers Fitton) Construction is now underway at Lendlease’s new waterfront residential development, Regatta, marking the next chapter in the evolution of Victoria Harbour’s Collins Wharf precinct. Situated between the Yarra River and the harbour, at the convergence of Collins Street and the water, Regatta at Collins Wharf is a 29-storey development designed by architect Warren and Mahoney. It features a mix of 317 residences, each offering sought-after views of the water. Residents of Regatta at Collins Wharf will enjoy a hotel-style lobby with concierge service and access to a range of wellness facilities, including an indoor swimming pool, spa, sauna, steam room, gym and multipurpose rooms. Victoria’s Minister fo...