Tenders out for $750m Fishmarket Project
The tender process is now underway for the $750m redevelopment of the Sydney fishmarket at Blackwattle Bay. The major development will deliver over 4700sqm of open public space and seeks...
Author: Rosemary Tilley
Construction & Stage 4 Restrictions
Business Victoria has released its guidelines for the construction industry under Stage 4 restrictions. Along with the already published restrictions around 5 workers per site (small construction) and 25% of...
McCosker and Lendlease win $352m Rookwood Weir Contract
Queensland contractor McCosker and Lendlease Engineering have been awarded the $352m contract to develop the Rookwood Weir Project. The pair are currently issuing tenders for materials, camp facilities, plant and...
CPB locks in $128m in contracts
CPB Contractors has announced it has been awarded two contracts for mining and water projects in WA and QLD. The first is the construction of concrete and earthworks for a...
COVID19 Support Program
Whilst no-one would deny that the Corona workplace environment is extremely challenging, we should take care not to frame normal human reactions to such challenges as “mental health disorders”. When...
Is industry facing a tidal wave of litigation?
As the industry attempts to digest what stage 4 lockdown restrictions will mean, fears are growing around litigation linked to project delays. There is no doubt that there will be...
Confusion Reigns For Tradies in Stage 4
As Victoria enters Stage 4 COVID19 restrictions, confusion abounds with mixed messages and how businesses need to adapt to adhere to the rules. According to the DHHS website (link here):...
Stage 4 Lockdown Confirmed To Hit Construction
Victorian Premier Dan Andrews has today announced the shutdown measures that will apply to business in the state under Stage 4 Lockdown. For the first time, construction has not escaped...
Shortlist In For $115m Wonthaggi Hospital
The final 3 bidders have been announced for the $115m Wonthaggi Hospital Development. In the running are seasoned contractors: ADCO Constructions, Kane Constructions and Watpac Constructions. The development will see...
Multiplex Site Shutdown After Positive Test
A Multiplex site in Melbourne has been shutdown following a 12 positive COVID19 cases in the workforce. The ‘Beyonce’ tower project (otherwise known as Premier Tower) on Spencer St in...