Building Complete on Powerhouse Parramatta in Australia

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Construction is complete on the main building works on Powerhouse Parramatta, delivering Western Sydney, Australia’s first major cultural institution and the largest museum ever built in New South Wales. Delivered in partnership with the NSW Government, the completion of the main building marks a significant milestone in the delivery of an economic catalyst for the area. Constructed over four years, the project supported more than 4,000 workers across over 2.7 million hours of work, with three-quarters of the workforce living locally. Western Sydney businesses played a major role, with Lendlease spending $329 million across the local community, strengthening local capability … Read more

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15-Year Transformation of Sydney’s Waterfront Complete

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Marking the culmination of a 15-year urban regeneration project that has revitalized Sydney, Australia’s harbor front, the Barangaroo South precinct is officially complete. In 2009, the NSW Government’s Barangaroo Delivery Authority appointed Lendlease as developer to transform what was once an inaccessible container port on the western edge of Sydney’s CBD, into one of the city’s most thriving mixed-use destinations. Today, Barangaroo South is home to more than 1,800 residents, 23,000 workers, 95 retailers and welcomes 33,000 visitors each day. The precinct stands as an international benchmark for large-scale urban regeneration. International Towers Sydney, the three flagship commercial buildings at … Read more

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Joint Venture Selected to Modernize Davis Research Station in Antarctica

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The modernization of the Davis Research Station, built in the 1950s, will enable Australia to secure the expeditions of its scientific base while reducing its environmental footprint. This reinforcement of Australia’s long-term presence in Antarctica will strengthen and develop the important scientific research into the world’s climate. Undertaken by the Australian Antarctic Division with an alliance including Bouygues Construction Australia, Stantec and Mott McDonald, this project to modernize Davis Station will include: Replacement of water production systems Construction of a new main powerhouse Development of a new vehicle workshop Refurbishment of the existing trades workshop Overhaul of site-wide services reticulation … Read more

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Stage 2 Topping Out of Nepean Hospital Redevelopment Marks Major Milestone

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CPB Contractors has marked a major milestone in the delivery of Australia’s Nepean Hospital Redevelopment Stage 2 project, with the building officially topping out following the concrete pour of the top floor. This milestone represents the progress of a transformative redevelopment that will expand healthcare capacity and services for the growing Penrith and Blue Mountains communities. As part of Stage 2, the project team is delivering a new seven-story clinical building housing facilities including an intensive care unit, medical imaging, nuclear medicine, renal dialysis and a pediatric inpatient unit. The new building will also feature a striking three-story atrium at … Read more

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Early Design, Construction Delivered on Western Sydney International Airport

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Bechtel recently delivered the design and construction of the new Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport on behalf of the Australian Government. This key milestone positions WSI to commence passenger and cargo flights in late 2026, welcoming up to 10 million passengers per year in its initial phase. The project is Australia’s first international, greenfield airport in over 50 years and has been a catalyst for economic development. The entire WSI project has created 11,650 annual full-time equivalent jobs, with over half coming from the local area. The hub will drive growth in Western Sydney’s visitor economy and is projected … Read more

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