Michael Mapstone

Revised 700MW wind farm in NSW's New England region promises local jobs and economic growth, with significant capital investment anticipated

A plan for a 700MW wind farm in the NSW New England region has been revised to reduce its impact – but supplier and subcontractor opportunities are just as certain to result.

$23m water tanks package awarded for Dampier desalination plant in Pilbara, supporting Rio Tinto’s alternative water supply initiative

A $23 million water tanks package has been awarded on the development of a desalination plant in the Pilbara by one of Australia’s major mining companies.

$200m energy storage project approved for South West WA; 100MW/400MWh battery system to support peak renewable energy demand

A plan for the development of a $200 million energy storage project in South West WA has been granted planning approval.

$20m redevelopment in Perth’s south-east: new teaching and admin block for Byford Secondary College, completion by May 2026

A contractor has been appointed to deliver a $20 million educational facility redevelopment in Perth’s south-east.

$43m mixed-use development in Peel region set to deliver 50-unit housing complex with support services for at-risk individuals

A contractor has been selected to deliver a $43 million mixed use development in the Peel region of WA.

$12m surf reef project awarded in WA’s Great Southern; aims to enhance Middleton Beach for surfers and boost tourism

A contractor has been chosen to deliver a $12 million surf reef project in the Great Southern region of WA.