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METRONET Byford Rail Extension’s Urban Forest Strategy – Social Outcomes
Summary The collaborative development of the extensive urban forest strategy on the Byford Rail Extension Project has set a new standard in prioritising preservation of urban ecosystems during infrastructure delivery through collaborative stakeholder and community engagement. The significant efforts undertaken by MetCONNX’s Tree Working Group to challenge business-as-usual-delivery practices, has resulted in outstanding improvements from
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Sydney Metro West – Western Tunnelling Package – Social Outcomes
GLC has successfully established the first Tunnelling and Infrastructure Academy (TIA) in NSW. The TIA is a purpose-built state-of-the-art training facility on site on the Sydney Metro West – Western Tunnelling Package project. The TIA features bespoke technical equipment which simulates the live environment of a tunnelling site, in a completely safe environment. The TIA
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M7-M12 Integration project – The Late-Start program – Social Outcomes
The Late-Start program at John Holland’s M7-M12 Integration project is revolutionising the construction industry by redefining working hours and offering greater flexibility to all. Supported by the NSW government, this groundbreaking initiative introduces a second rostered pre-start of 8:45am – complementing the standard 6.45am session – meaning women, other parents and carers, and those with
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Union Road and Mont Albert Road Level Crossing Removal Project – Governance Outcomes
This Project represents a landmark achievement in integrating sustainability into major infrastructure projects. From the outset, SEPA developed a comprehensive sustainability strategy targeting decarbonisation, circular economy, and biodiversity. This strategy was built on insights from previous projects and was crafted through a collaborative process involving senior leadership and functional experts, ensuring sustainability was woven into
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Metro Tunnel Project – Governance Outcomes
Social sustainability initiatives are some of the hardest to measure the full return of investment, with detailed measurement of outcomes typically not within the remit of infrastructure projects. In delivering the Metro Tunnel Project’s Tunnels and Stations package of works, CYP Design & Construction sought to change that by undertaking six Social Return on Investment
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Fitzgerald and Robinsons Road Level Crossing Removal Projects – Governance Outcomes
The Metropolitan Roads Program Alliance (MRPA), including Fulton Hogan, Level Crossing Removal Project, and Metro Trains Melbourne, has achieved notable sustainability successes through a strong governance framework, collaborative efforts, and innovation. MRPA’s approach emphasized sustainability from the start, focusing on collaboration, system development, and continuous improvement. Key initiatives implemented on the Fitzgerald and Robinsons Road
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Embedding genuine engagement with the Aboriginal community and local economy – Economic Outcomes
Summary The MELconnx Alliance (Laing O’Rourke and the Public Transport Authority) is delivering the METRONET Morley-Ellenbrook Line, one of Perth’s largest public transport projects. The Project is an exemplar of meaningful Aboriginal engagement, leaving a positive legacy through a series of initiatives that addressed METRONET’s Gnarla Biddi (Our Pathways) Strategy and supported Stretch Reconciliation Action
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Metro Tunnel Project – Economic Outcomes
Social sustainability initiatives are some of the hardest to measure the full return of investment, with detailed measurement of outcomes typically not within the remit of infrastructure projects. In delivering the Metro Tunnel Project’s Tunnels and Stations package of works, CYP Design & Construction sought to change that by undertaking six Social Return on Investment
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Dubbo Mindyarra Regional Rail Maintenance Facility – Economic Outcomes
The Mindyarra Maintenance Centre in Dubbo, designed and built by CPB Contractors, is a cutting-edge train maintenance facility that marks a significant milestone in regional infrastructure. This world-class project underscores a commitment to renewable energy, socio-economic sustainability, and water conservation, delivering substantial benefits to the local community. The MMC has created numerous jobs, fostered skills
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Breaking Barriers to largescale FOGO use in Infrastructure Landscaping – Environmental Outcomes
Summary The MELconnx Alliance, a collaboration between Laing O’Rourke and the Office of Major Transport Delivery, is spearheading the METRONET Morley-Ellenbrook Line Project delivering 21kilometers of double-track rail, five new stations, and associated major structures. A key performance indicator has been to minimise carbon impacts and support circular economy outcomes, achieved through the innovative use
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Northshore Hamilton Street Renewal Program – Environmental Outcomes
Northshore Brisbane, Queensland’s largest waterfront urban renewal precinct, is designed as a model for sustainable, sub-tropical living. It will serve as the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic athletes’ village, later transitioning into a dynamic residential, commercial, and industrial area. Through EDQ’s Northshore Street Renewal Program, the project intends to achieve 76% shade cover on verges
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Union Road & Mont Albert Road Level Crossing Removal Project – Environmental Outcomes
The Union Road and Mont Albert Road Level Crossing Removal Project has set a new standard in environmental sustainability through a build-less approach and the use of the decarbonisation hierarchy. By reducing construction scale, innovating material use, preserving heritage, and managing environmental discharges, the project has demonstrated a comprehensive approach to minimising environmental impact and
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