The last of the concrete foundations have been poured for the 46 turbines that will make up the 285-megawatt Lotus Creek wind farm in central Queensland, a state government-owned project.
The Bays West International Design Competition has been launched by the NSW Government for “bold and innovative ideas” that inspire the next generation of urbanism and unlock the full potential of the former maritime industrial site in inner Sydney (pictured). EOI open 28 July 2026.
SA’s Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Project has commenced in Adelaide. TBMs, Mary and Catherine, will excavate the twin Southern Tunnels, while TBM Elizabeth will bore the twin Northern Tunnels. The fourth and fifth TBMs have been purpose-built to dig cross passage tunnels every 120 metres, connecting the twin tunnels.
On 1 July 2026, changes to work health and safety laws in NSW came into effect and will impact how codes of practice will apply to regulatory enforcement.
Concrete Institute Silver member, WSP, has entered into an agreement to acquire e2m, a Queensland-based ecology and environmental consultancy with over 60 employees. Meanwhile, Institute Bronze member, DYWIDAG, has announced its acquisition of Interspan, specialists in post-tensioning and concrete repair and strengthening services in Australia, UK, and Europe.
NCC 2025 introduces significant new Deemed-to-Satisfy requirements for the drainage, grading, and waterproofing of concrete balconies and external areas. These changes affect design, construction sequencing, waterproofing and drainage detailing.
Image: Bays West in inner Sydney. Source: NSW Government.
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