Michael Mapstone

Approvals secured for $600m iron ore project in Pilbara; contracts awarded, site prep underway, first ore in FY26, creating local jobs and partnerships

The proponent of a new $600 million iron ore mining project in the Pilbara region of WA has confirmed all planning approvals are in place and is expects first ore in FY26.

Subcontractor EOIs open for $451m health facility redevelopment in South West WA; key local opportunities across site set-up, structure, services, and finishes

Expressions of Interest are being sought for supplier and subcontractor works packages on a $451 million health facility redevelopment in South West WA.

Approval granted for $31m mixed-use development in Perth's west, featuring 45 dwellings, commercial space, and communal amenities, set to transform Nedlands

A proposed $31 million mixed use development in Perth’s west has been given the go-ahead by planning authorities Blueways Group has been granted approval by the Metro Inner Development Assessment Panel (DAP) for a proposed mixed use development at 87-89 Broadway, Nedlands.

New rare earths project planned in Kimberley, WA; Northern Minerals opens EOIs for supplier and subcontractor roles, with production targeted for Q4 2027

A new rare earths mining project is being planned for the Kimberley region of WA, with supplier and subcontractor opportunities to result Northern Minerals is seeking to develop the Browns Range Heavy Rare Earths Project about 160km south-east of Halls Creek on the northern edge of the Tanami Desert, in the East Kimberley region.

Approval granted for $10m renewable energy development in Mid West WA; project includes solar farm, wind turbines, battery storage, and power line infrastructure upgrades

A proposal for a $10 million renewable energy development to be built in the Mid West region of WA has received a green light from planning authorities.

WA offshore renewable energy zone declared off Bunbury, targeting wind energy projects; local content maximisation required, with feasibility applications due November 2024

A WA offshore renewable energy zone has been declared, with a requirement for local opportunities to be maximised in future projects.

Contractor selected for $322m enabling works on Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2; bridge construction to begin in 2025, creating 1000 jobs with 80% based in Western Sydney

A contractor has been chosen to deliver the $322 million enabling works that will begin a major rail infrastructure project in Western Sydney.

Contractor selected for $36m health facility redevelopment in NSW Central West, aiming to involve local trades and suppliers; project to expand inpatient and care services

A contractor has been chosen to deliver a $36 million redevelopment of a health services facility in the NSW Central West and will seek local involvement in the project.

Plans revealed for $134m wastewater scheme on NSW Mid North Coast, including a new treatment plant and infrastructure upgrades; construction expected to begin in 2026

Plans for the development of a $134 million wastewater scheme on the NSW Mid North Coast have been revealed.

Planning approval granted for $826m wind farm in NSW Northern Tablelands; 62 turbines and battery storage included, with local supplier and subcontractor opportunities expected

Planning approval has been granted for an $826 million wind farm project in the Northern Tablelands region of NSW that is expected to create supplier and subcontractor opportunities.