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EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION AWARDS 2023 WINNERS

Our award-winning projects are testament to our personal approach, our relationships and our people. We’re proud to have won 110+ MBA Excellence in Construction Awards

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2023 MBA Award Winning Projects 1.

Coles Customer Fulfilment Centre – Industrial Buildings: $100 Million & Over

2. St Marys Rugby League Club Western Foyer Expansion – Hospitality Buildings – Refurbishment: $10 Million - $30 Million 3. Sydney Swans HQ & Community Centre – Sporting Facilities: $40 Million & Over

4. St Joseph’s Aquatic & Fitness Centre – Private Schools: $15 Million - $20 Million 5. Deloitte Parramatta Square – Interior Fitouts: $10 Million - $15 Million 6. Charter Hall Head Office – Interior Fitouts: $7 Million - $8 Million 7.

Mac Uni Central Courtyard Project Stage 6a – Tertiary Buildings: $10 Million & Over

8. Blue & William – Commercial Buildings: $60 Million - $100 Million 9. Blue & William – Best Use of Glass 10. White Bay Power Station – Site Safety – Commercial Projects: $50 Million - $100 Million

Johnson Winter Slattery Fitout: $13 million

320 Pitt Street Fitout & Refurbishment: $120 million

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Westmead Hospital MBA Award Winner 2023 / Health Buildings Refurbishment: $50 million+

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Gaggenau Fitout: $3 million Image ©Steen Vestergaard

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Partners Executive Director’s Foreword Judges

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NSW Executive Director’s foreword

Construction excellence

he Master Builders Association of NSW Excellence in Construction Awards is recognised throughout the industry as the hallmark annual event for the commercial, industrial and civil engineering sectors. The Awards celebrates outstanding achievements by companies and individuals in the New South Wales building and construction industry. For over three decades, hundreds of NSW’s best builders have won recognition for their construction excellence and the contribution they make to the built environment. This year the MBA has again produced a special Master Builder Excellence in Construction Awards publication. This publication showcases the best that the New South Wales industry has to offer in construction, project management, building materials, mechanical services and planning in the commercial sector of our industry.

This special Master Builder edition publication not only celebrates success, but also provides a useful catalogue of construction industry professionals and suppliers who can help future projects achieve similar standards of excellence. This high-quality publication can connect you with a readership that values and strives for excellence. Whether a specialist contractor or supplier with a message for builders or head contractors, or a builder who would like to reach the key decision makers who commission new projects, our Excellence in Construction Awards publication offers a practical tool that carries the credibility of the Master Builders Association and the Awards themselves. The publication is also available on the MBA Website as a mobile-friendly flip book. Congratulations to all the winners and those who participated in this year’s awards.

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Judges Jeff Adams For more than four years, Jeff has been a dedicated Inspector with SafeWork NSW. His role has involved the development and implementation of intervention and compliance programs throughout New South Wales. Jeff’s industry knowledge has positioned him as a leader in various proactive projects, including Scaff Safe, Electrical Safety, Safety Around Moving Plant, Hazardous Noise, and Occupational Diving. Jeff’s passion lies in ensuring the safety and well-being of workers in their daily tasks, with a commitment to the principle that every worker returns home safely at the end of each workday. His career is a testament to his unwavering dedication to workplace safety and the betterment of occupational health and safety standards across NSW. Johnny Auditore Johnny has been a dedicated member of the SafeWork NSW team for over two years and is involved in developing and implementing intervention and compliance programs across the state of NSW. With a career spanning more than 15 years in the construction industry, Johnny brings a wealth of experience and a pragmatic approach to safety. Known for his extensive industry knowledge and commitment to delivering positive outcomes, Johnny has left an impression as an effective safety professional. His track record includes driving positive change, leading safety-focused programs, and passionately championing workplace safety. Before joining SafeWork NSW, Johnny held various safety management roles on major infrastructure projects. His journey exemplifies a devotion to enhancing safety practices and ensuring a secure working environment for all. Tim Brook Tim, an experienced architect, holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from 1979, boasting an impressive 40-year career in construction. In 1990, he transitioned to Lawrence Nield & Partners (LNPA) after contributing to commercial offices, schools, and retail spaces. His expertise evolved into specializing in health projects, continuing with BVN, where he undertook pivotal roles like Design Architect, Project Architect, and Project Director. In 2007, Tim took a significant step by joining Bovis — Lend Lease’s Health SBU as a Project Manager/Design Manager, overseeing substantial public– private partnership (PPP) health projects. These included the PPP bid for the new Royal North Shore Hospital, the New Royal Adelaide Hospital, and the $1.35 billion Sunshine Coast University Hospital. Tim managed design intricacies during the Schematic Design and Design Development phases. With a remarkable 12-year stint at Lend Lease, Tim gained diverse expertise encompassing project briefing, design management, contract delivery, project management, and construction management. He now leverages this extensive knowledge as a judge for the MBA (NSW) Excellence in Construction Awards, primarily evaluating health building excellence. Tim’s journey underscores his enduring commitment to excellence in the construction arena. Kevin Cohen Kevin embarked on his carpentry and joinery apprenticeship in 1972, attaining trade qualifications and Clerk of Works status. Now a director at his own thriving family enterprise — Co-Wyn Building Contractors Pty Ltd. Kevin’s roles have spanned site foreman, project manager, and apprenticeship training coordinator. His project portfolio encompasses diverse sectors, from churches, schools, and industrial buildings to aged care complexes. Today, Kevin leverages his extensive expertise as a judge for the Master Builders Association of NSW Excellence in Construction Awards.

Peter Deane Peter holds an Honours Degree in Civil Engineering from UNSW and is distinguished as a Fellow of the Institution of Engineers Australia. With an impressive 40-year tenure in the construction industry, both in Australia and overseas, Peter’s career has encompassed various pivotal roles. He has served as a General Manager overseeing state operations for prominent firms like Lend Lease and Abigroup, undertaken responsibilities as a Project Director for major projects, representing both owners/ developers and contractors. His expertise extends to managing complex Build-Own-Operate-Transfer (BOOT) schemes and Alliances involving government and non-government partners. Peter’s project portfolio spans the globe, with significant contributions to locations such as Australia (including remote Northern Territory), the United Kingdom, and Singapore. Notable achievements include spearheading the development of Singapore’s first major modern-designed shopping centre (Centrepoint), the Galleria Morley Shopping Centre in Perth, and making invaluable contributions to iconic Sydney landmarks like the Sydney Superdome (Qudos Bank Arena) and the P1 Car Park during the 2000 Sydney Olympics. His enduring legacy in the construction industry is truly remarkable. Stephen Edwards Stephen’s journey in the construction industry began with a Civil Engineering Honours degree from UNSW in 1967. Shortly thereafter, in 1968, he was called up for National Service, where he graduated as a Second Lieutenant and dedicated two years to instructing at the School of Military Engineering, specializing in Demolitions and Mine Warfare. Upon his discharge from the Army, Stephen pursued further education, obtaining a Master of Engineering Science Degree. He then ventured to London, where he gained valuable experience with a prominent commercial builder. Returning to Sydney, Stephen and his wife Jenny established Stephen Edwards Constructions Pty Ltd in 1980. Under Stephen’s leadership, the family-owned company has thrived, growing to encompass 110 employees, and achieving an impressive annual turnover exceeding $120 Million. ‘SEC’ specializes in Government, Commercial, and Aged Care projects, with Stephen’s sons now actively involved in its management. Stephen’s enduring commitment to the industry is exemplified by his 44-year membership in the MBA, reflecting his significant contributions and lasting impact. Owen Friend Owen’s unwavering dedication to the construction industry began with his pursuit of a Bachelor of Building at the University of NSW in 1975, followed by his early employment as a site cadet with John Holland Constructions in 1978. Over the years, Owen’s career has been enriched with diverse companies, including Rennat Construction, Carrington Constructions, Richard Crookes Constructions, and Corbet Constructions. Since 2002, he has been an integral part of FDC Construction & Fitout Pty Ltd, where he held the role of Chief Estimator for two decades. During his tenure at FDC, Owen has contributed significantly to the company’s growth, witnessing it expand from a team of 50 to a workforce of over 500, undertaking a wide array of projects. Beyond his professional pursuits, Owen has dedicated his time to charitable endeavours, staff training, and supporting interstate branches as needed, showcasing his commitment to both the industry and the broader community. John Humphreys John is a distinguished professional, achieving a diploma in Quantity Surveying at UNSW in 1969, later earning recognition as a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors. While he has transitioned into retirement from full-time work, John remains actively engaged, offering his expertise and project management insights for select endeavours. John’s illustrious career in property development has spanned an array of

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sectors, including residential, commercial, industrial, retail, hospitality, and transportation. His extensive involvement in numerous major developments have offered unique opportunities, and challenges, offering invaluable risk management strategies and value addition.

for the final 12 years leading up to his retirement in 2013. He steered the ship on a multitude of pivotal projects, spanning sports facilities, hospitals, commercial developments, research facilities, and university education buildings.

Among John’s notable projects are the commercial development at Sydney Airport Centre, the Camperdown Children’s Hospital redevelopment, the Kooindah Waters Golf Resort, the Rushcutters Bay ADVANX mixed-use redevelopment, and the transformation of the former ABC site at Gore Hill.

John’s academic accomplishments include a Bachelor of Applied Science (Building) from UTS, underpinning his wealth of practical experience in the construction industry. His enduring legacy continues to resonate in the projects he masterminded and the knowledge he imparted throughout his distinguished career.

Recent undertakings include contributions to the new Ronald McDonald House at Westmead, the High Grove residential estate at Box Hill NSW, the New Clarendon Homes Baboon enclosure at Zambie Wildlife Retreat, and several projects addressing combustible cladding replacement in compliance with Council-issued Fire Safety Orders. John’s wealth of experience continues to shape and enhance the industry’s landscape. Omesh Jethwani Omesh’s journey with the Master Builders Association of NSW began in February 2003 when he assumed the role of Apprenticeship Manager, responsible for overseeing 250 apprentices and trainees, and a team of seven office staff. After nine years, Omesh took on the role of NSW State Manager. He implemented the Construction Apprenticeship Mentoring Scheme (CAMS) helping improve the apprenticeship completion rate including mentoring and securing employment for 100 retrenched apprentices. In May 2014, Omesh took on the Government Projects & Programs Manager role, overseeing State and Federal Government Funded Projects. His notable projects included initiatives for suicide prevention, empowering women in male-dominated trades, advancing women in building and construction, and supporting Indigenous communities. Currently, Omesh is actively involved in developing the Women Building NSW website, a project funded under the Trade Pathways Program by Training Services NSW. His impressive track record showcases his unwavering commitment to promoting diversity, safety, and professional development within the construction industry.

Max Mosher Max is an esteemed energy consultant with an impressive four-decadelong tenure in the energy industry. His extensive expertise lies in the realm of solar energy and energy-efficient house design, encompassing intricate knowledge of energy utilization in domestic settings and proficiency in thermal performance assessments. Max’s dedication to the industry extends beyond his consultancy work. He has served as a valued committee member on Standards Australia Review Committee, focusing on “Materials for the Thermal Insulation of Buildings”. Additionally, he has actively participated in judging panels for prestigious awards, including the Building Designers Association Annual Design Awards, the Master Builders Association Excellence in Housing and Construction Awards, the Master Builders Australia National Excellence in Building and Construction Awards, and the Local Government Association Environment Awards. Max’s contributions go even further as a founding member and former director of the Association of Building Sustainability Assessors (ABSA), underscoring his enduring commitment to advancing sustainability and energy efficiency within the built environment. Patrick Murphy

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Patrick’s illustrious journey in the building industry commenced in 1969, marked by a lifelong dedication to his craft. Soon after, he achieved his Certificate of Competency in Carpentry, setting the stage for a remarkable career. Notably, he earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (Building) from the Institute of Technology, further enhancing his qualifications.

Shane brings over 28 years of versatile industry experience spanning multiple trades. For the past 15 years, he has dedicated himself to various roles within TAFE NSW. His journey has taken him from teaching essential trade skills to assuming senior management positions across the building sector.

For an impressive 43 years, Patrick served as a director at A W Edwards Pty Limited, making substantial contributions to the company’s success. His role as Project Manager encompassed numerous major projects across Sydney, including many fitouts encompassing retail, banking, schools, shopping centres and scientific facilities.

Currently, Shane leads the Western Sydney Region Plumbing sections, including the Institute of Applied Technology – Construction at Kingswood Campus. This institute is poised to become a flagship educational centre, supporting major infrastructure projects, civil construction works, and residential developments in rapidly growing western Sydney.

Patrick’s legacy is etched in the form of the projects he masterminded, showcasing his unwavering commitment to excellence in the building industry.

Shane finds immense fulfilment in passing on vital skills to the next generation of construction tradespeople. Simultaneously, he remains committed to fostering innovation in teaching and assessment products, benefiting both industry and associates.

David boasts an impressive 34-year career in the building and construction industry, marked by his unwavering commitment to safety and excellence. As a “Fellow” and two-time recipient of the ISQEM Safety Award in 2015 and 2016, David’s dedication has earned him a prestigious role as an ISQEM International Director.

Notably, Shane has earned recognition from both MBA and TAFE NSW for his role in Mates in Construction SafeTalk programs, securing funding to raise suicide awareness among over 2,000 apprentices in the Western Sydney Region trade sections in recent years. Shane’s contributions reflect his dedication to education, industry, and the well-being of future generations. John McKellar John embarked on his construction journey in 1971 with Mainline Constructions. Over the course of 42 illustrious years, he assumed diverse roles in site management, project management, and senior leadership positions. His career trajectory led him through several major companies, but he found his professional home at A W Edwards Pty Limited, where he dedicated the last 25 years of his career. During his tenure at A W Edwards, John made a significant impact as a Senior Project Manager and later as the company’s Commercial Manager

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His influence extends beyond accolades, as David played a pivotal role in MBA NSW, receiving the 2021 SafeWork NSW Association’s category award. He was also a finalist in the 2022 SafeWork NSW WHS Excellence Showcase Awards, recognized for his department’s dedication to Covid-19 awareness. David’s contributions to Standards Australia are equally noteworthy. He serves as Chairman of the Occupational Health and Safety Management Committee, International Head of Delegation, and Convenor of the ISO 45004 Working Group, responsible for a new international Standard for OH&S Performance Evaluation. Additionally, he holds a directorship on the board of the Crane Industry Council of Australia and regularly lends his expertise to review safety and technical documentation for State and National Government departments. David’s leadership and unwavering focus on safety set a high standard in the industry.

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BUILT IN JV WITH OBAYASHI (BOJV) & IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WALKER CORPORATION 6&8 Parramatta Square At 55-storeys, 6&8 Parramatta Square (6&8PS) is the tallest commercial tower in Western Sydney and at 132,870 sqm GFA the largest commercial office building in Australia. 6&8PS is the final stage of what has become a world-class mixed-use precinct and vital civic meeting place for the broader city and region. The incredible scale and foundations of 6&8PS meant the building had to be designed differently to any other commercial tower. Through initial investigative works, BOJV’s team uncovered a large dyke in the natural rock beneath the west core of the building. To ensure the building would remain unaffected by the dyke’s presence, the team created a solution whereby more than 200 ground anchors were installed to prevent building uplift caused by ground water pressure.

The structure of the building consists of a hydrostatic foundation slab with a jump start steel basement and podium structure that is shared across the 6&8 towers. The two towers consist of separate reinforced concrete cores with post tensioned concrete slabs and an outrigger transfer structure to allow the tower to tolerate high wind. Using smart engineering, the innovative structural steel ‘jump start’ methodology removed two months in programme over a conventionally bottom-up methodology which saved the client time and cost. Reimagining the structural design for the building allowed BOJV to take advantage of the impressive podium level design to reach the typical floors early. Removing a total of six suspended levels plus the 1.5m thick hydrostatic slab off the critical path. The result of smart design during the tender, BOJV’s value engineering developed smart solutions to complex problems of the mega structure while still maintaining the desired function and appearance. Standing proudly at

55-storeys, both sustainability and improved design outcomes were achieved. This ground-breaking project was a significant achievement for the entire project team, the construction issues that were resolved in completing this building on time and within budget is outstanding. The project team worked closely with the developer to achieve a remarkable building that not only achieved an excellent result financially but also looks great, with high standard bespoke finishes throughout.

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Cranbrook School, Stage 2 Redevelopment

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RESTORATION / ADAPTIVE RE-USE OF AN HISTORIC BUILDING UP TO $10 MILLION

BELMADAR Bowral Memorial Hall Refurbishment Originally constructed as a single level School of Arts in 1880, this building has had several extensions and makeovers during the past 140 years, becoming the Bowral Memorial Hall in the 1920s. Considerable structural works were necessary for the latest refurbishment including new sub floor structure and flooring, underpinning of walls, and a rework of all services to current standards. During the course of the project the Wingecarribee Shire Council Administration changed the end purpose of the hall from ‘General Purpose’ to ‘Concert Hall’ which required some rework of design and some construction delays. This well completed upgrade has ensured that the historic building will continue as a Concert Hall/Performing Arts Centre for the Bowral Community for years to come. Images: Sydney Site Photography

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RESTORATION / ADAPTIVE RE-USE OF AN HISTORIC BUILDING $10 MILLION - $20 MILLION

ZAUNER CONSTRUCTION Goulburn Performing Arts Centre The Goulburn Performing Arts Centre has been created out of what was the original Goulburn Town Hall built in 1887. This involved the repurposing of the historic twostorey Town Hall fronting Goulburn’s main street, being subtly linked to a new state-of-the-art performing arts centre built at the rear of the site. Access for construction purposes was difficult with buildings on either side built to property boundaries and rear lane access only for deliveries. A tower crane was used to get materials into and around the site, installed high enough to allow the installation of a 26-line fly tower built over the stage area, and with sufficient capacity to install precast concrete perimeter walls. Five separate fire zones formed part of the design, which added a level of complexity to the work, particularly services reticulation. However the result is a very fine example of the adaptive use of an historic building. Image: Tim Shaw — Shaw Photography MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF NSW EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION AWARDS 2023

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RESTORATION / ADAPTIVE RE-USE OF AN HISTORIC BUILDING $20 MILLION - $50 MILLION

HUTCHINSON BUILDERS The Porter House Hotel The Porter House Hotel is a five-level historic building in Castlereagh Street, Sydney. Previously it was the Dixon and Sons Tobacco Factory. The building forms part of a newly constructed major complex including a multi-storey hotel and residential tower, with offices, conference rooms, restaurants, bars and a coffee shop. Structural rectification was necessary before refurbishment could start, including progressive propping and rebuilding of the stone façade, relevelling of the floors — some of which were 150mm out of level — and steel strapping of timber columns for strength and fire rating purposes. All services were renewed to comply with current fire regulations, and as the original floors were exposed and left visible from below, new floor finishes were fixed to the original flooring for décor and sound insulation purposes. This historic building has been well preserved, forming part of a modern hotel complex while retaining its historic significance and character.

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RESTORATION / ADAPTIVE RE-USE OF AN HISTORIC BUILDING $50 MILLION - $100 MILLION

BUILDCORP GROUP Bondi Pavilion Restoration & Conservation Project This project’s complexity consisted of major structural, remedial, and civil works balanced with significant heritage revitalisation. This included restoring original finishes, unearthing discoveries such as several murals along the way, and the installation of new services and audiovisual equipment. New terracotta roof tiles were added, as well as precast concrete colonnades and atrium with additional fitouts for music studios, an art gallery, pottery room, theatre, ballroom, and other community function spaces. Buildcorp worked closely with the client and architect as structural and subgrade problems were exposed, (particularly as a result of severe exposure to salt air) so that efficient design solutions could be rapidly agreed upon without compromising heritage values. The building has again become a focal point of Bondi Beach and has now been set up for ongoing community use for years to come.

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TAYLOR Sydney Opera House, Concert Hall Renewal The works consisted of the upgrade of three interconnected areas within its eastern side. These areas are the Creative Learning Centre – a dedicated space for young people to play in an environment that reflects creative spirit – the entry foyer/eastern tunnel and lift, and the Concert Hall, including accessibility and acoustic works, theatre machinery and systems upgrades. A major birdcage scaffolding was installed within the hall to complete all high-level works, and an innovative truss support system below the new stage area allowed all mechanical and structural stage works to proceed without affecting the Drama Theatre below. Taylor worked closely with designers and opera house management, ensuring a smooth construction flow and an excellent result that maintained the beauty and relevance of this iconic building. Images: Concert Hall images by Daniel Boud / Entry Foyer images by Anna Kucera

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BUILDCORP GROUP Campbell House Campbell House is a grand Victorian era home built in the 1890s. It was originally a doctor’s family residence and later it was added to, then becoming the German Embassy. Buildcorp has restored and modernised the old building complex in an eco-friendly manner as offices for a private group of companies. The original heritage buildings have been enhanced by adding a wonderful, curved glass enclosed staircase and a glass roof featuring 65 solar panels. The central atrium is built around a large weeping fig, which must be one of the most pampered trees in NSW. The highest quality finishes have been used throughout the complex and the project is a worthy award winner.

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HINDMARSH CONSTRUCTION AUSTRALIA Lindfield Learning Village Stage 2 The Lindfield Educational Campus was built in the 1970s in the “Brutalist” architectural style with an abundance of off-form concrete. Initially part of the UTS campus, it has now been rebirthed as a K-12 School catering for 2000 students. Hindmarsh’s renewal package included general upgrades, conservation works, façade restoration and repairs to various concrete elements that had suffered from concrete cancer. A brief list of the areas handed over includes six new home bases, specialist learning areas, science labs, staff facilities, a cafeteria, new toilets, a library and various indoor and outdoor playground and recreational areas. This project was delivered adjacent to an operational school and an enormous amount of work was completed in record time despite the handicaps of the Covid crisis. Images: Paul McMillan

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REFURBISHMENT / RENOVATION / EXTENSION UP TO $10 MILLION

CALIDA PROJECTS 17-19 Bridge Street Level 10 of the Scottish House building underwent a major refurbishment and services upgrade. The work involved the demolition of the roof structure to construct a new zinc roof, with remedial works required to a heritage parapet. The construction difficulties were extensive, and maintaining general functionality of the building was necessary. Major structural steel works were required for the new curved sections of the roof and a cantilevered scaffold was required for the perimeter and core of the building. The curved profile was carried through to the interiors of the building with high end finishes achieving a premium finish. The works were completed in a short time frame considering the complexities of each phase, and with the general quality of finishes being of a very high standard. The project was well executed under difficult conditions while working in an occupied building and dealing with problems as the works progressed. Images: Romello Pereira

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LORDS GROUP No.2 Guilfoyle The complex building project involved 1000 sqm of high specification of both internal and external refurbishment and fitout. This included a full strip, heavy structure upgrades and extensions, new structural cores, new BCA compliance upgrades, new façade system and base building services, lifts, and new roof terrace. Extensive temporary propping was required during the demolition phase as well as foundation strengthening, using micro piling injection to increase the bearing capacity of the foundations. The works incorporated a new lift pit and fire stair, with associated waterproofing. The structural works also included strengthening existing columns by adding steel reinforcement and encasing the existing columns. The fitout of the building was integrated into the program included all office and wet areas. The specified finishes were high end, and the execution was completed to very high standard to create high quality office space in Double Bay.

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REFURBISHMENT / RENOVATION / EXTENSION $15 MILLION - $50 MILLION

ADCO CONSTRUCTIONS Sutherland Entertainment Centre Major Refurbishment The centre has undergone the largest refurbishment in the building’s 45+ year history. The scope of the works included a complete strip out and demolition of the existing stage structure, construction of a large new stage with full fly tower, low height piling and excavation, and complex concrete, timber, and steel work. ADCO initiated a complete fly tower redesign which minimised temporary propping and facilitated program gains, allowing completion risk to be minimised. Work sequencing was critical to ensure stability of the existing structure and safety. Materials handling systems were implemented and tightly controlled to avoid delays to the progress. The result is a fully refurbished theatre with highend finishes, revised tiered seating with capacity of 686, new bars, box office, front-of-house amenities, new rehearsal areas and multi-function rooms. The Grand Foyer provides enhanced accessibility and services including three new lifts, and the new entry forecourt is a flexible outdoor event space.

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REFURBISHMENT / RENOVATION / EXTENSION $50 MILLION & OVER

BUILDCORP GROUP 570 George Street This building was purpose-built for Energy Australia more than 50 years ago. A significant upgrade was carried out in three stages. The first stage involved the internal refurbishment of all floors, plant rooms and risers to meet current Building Code of Australia standards. The second stage focused on the façade upgrade and remediation of the structure, involving ground floor upgrades of the lobby and public domain. This included full services and fire rating upgrades, and fully scaffolded risers. The facade works removed the aluminium composite panel overclad system from the 80s. This revealed a structure riddled with concrete cancer. The existing windows were retained and repaired and 10 mast climbers were setup to facilitate these works, together with new aluminium cladding. The third stage was the retail and public domain works, which included ground floor facade replacement, internal strip out, cold shell installation of services and attention to heritage items in the lobby, new facade stone finishes and new pathway works to streets.

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HOSPITALITY BUILDINGS — NEW UP TO $10 MILLION

WHITCON GROUP Club Malua Devastated by the 2019 bushfires, Club Malua was rebuilt by the Whitcon Group. Seating 480 guests, a restaurant, lounge, and bar make up the open floor plan that leads into the versatile events space. A sports bar, children’s play area and alfresco seating with sweeping views of the bush and bowling greens mean the new venue caters to every member of the community. The material selection, finishes and features fit perfectly, creating a sense of calm and lightness with the surrounding coastal landscapes. Congratulations Whitcon Group, on delivering this project for the community. The overall impression is one of exceptional quality.

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HOSPITALITY BUILDINGS — NEW $10 MILLION & OVER

JOIN CONSTRUCTIONS St George Sailing Club The marine redevelopment project straddles the beach and George’s River at Sans Souci. The design and construct development included the complete demolition of the existing club and marine structure, then the construction of a marine concrete deck, pile structures, clubhouse, boat sheds, complete fitout and associated public works. A unique and iconic venue, St George Sailing Club is the ultimate function venue with a spectacular over-water outlook that offers varied curated and dining options. The Join Constructions team delivered this difficult project that is a must-visit venue for the area. Images: Anthony Basheer

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HOSPITALITY BUILDINGS — REFURBISHMENT UP TO $5 MILLION

FUGEN CONSTRUCTIONS Campbelltown Catholic Club Bistro Refurbishment Fugen Constructions undertook the full refurbishment of this club’s Harvest bistro, the main ground floor kitchen, and children’s play area. All works were carefully planned in three stages while the club remained fully operational. The final product is a light and welcoming space with high end detailed finishes that flow seamlessly from the club’s entry foyer. The Fugen team’s planning, coordination and construction has been the contributing factor in successfully delivering this project.

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HOSPITALITY BUILDINGS — REFURBISHMENT $5 MILLION - $10 MILLION

CALIDA PROJECTS Woolly Bay Hotel The Wooly Bay Hotel underwent a refurbishment of two existing floors with the addition of a third floor and rooftop bar. The ground floor boasts a sport’s bar and gaming rooms with restaurant, new kitchen, and bar on the first floor. The venue endured an extensive revitalisation over the three levels bringing a Mediterranean vibe to the heritage pub. The end product included an extremely high level of detailed and fully custom-made finishes. Calida has successfully hit the nail on the head for the design brief and achieved the envisaged stakeholder goal for this iconic landmark. Images: Tom Ferguson

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WINNER: InterContinental Sydney Refurbishment Hospitality Buildings - Refurbishment ($30 million & over)

Proudly Australian owned and operated, Built is driven to build a better, more diverse and sustainable world. We don’t just aspire to achieve the best sustainable outcomes, we lead by example, inspiring our industry and collaborating with our clients to deliver improved outcomes for all. Since Built was formed in 1998 we’ve grown from delivering small quality fitouts to complex cutting-edge large-scale construction, fitout and refurbishment projects across many property sectors.

WINNER: PHIVE Public Buildings ($50 to $200 million); Excellence in Sustainability

From reinvigorating Sydney’s heritage and cultural treasures within a live environment to developing world-class mixed-use precincts, we specialise in innovation, quality and craftsmanship across every project. We’re thrilled to win four awards in the 2023 Master Builders Excellence in Construction & Safety Awards, and we congratulate all of this year’s finalists. To learn more about Built visit: built.com.au

WINNER: 6&8 Parramatta Square Built in JV with Obayashi & in partnership Walker Corporation; Commercial Buildings ($150 million & over)

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HOSPITALITY BUILDINGS — REFURBISHMENT $10 MILLION - $30 MILLION

FDC CONSTRUCTION & FITOUT St Marys Rugby League Club Western Foyer Expansion The club’s western foyer expansion consisted of a new foyer and a porte cochere drop off area. The 4000 sqm new facility includes an American style sport’s bar, a multi-purpose function and events centre, two commercial kitchens, a new reception, seating areas and amenities. The project is a unique space that sets a new standard for a state-of-the-art sports bar and audio-visual facilities. The integration of the new foyer entry and function facilities provides a seamless transition to the existing club. FDC successfully delivered the design and construct project that perfectly complements the existing club.

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HOSPITALITY BUILDINGS — REFURBISHMENT $30 MILLION & OVER

BUILT InterContinental Sydney Refurbishment This heritage refurbishment consists of a full upgrade of the building services, the complete upgrade of 509 guest rooms, public area works on levels 5 and 6, upgrading the wellness amenities on the rooftop level, creating a new bar and restoring the building’s heritage components. The external works include installation of 587 new windows across the building, an upgrade of the iconic entrance on Phillip’s Street, roof alterations and an expansion of the top-level club lounge and new greenery along the entry façade. The heritage restoration scope for the 1825 treasury building externally involved the restoration of the sandstone façades including the replacement of more than five tonnes of intricate sandstone features, detailed repointing, cleaning, and redressing of stonework. Internally restoration works included the heritage fireplaces, case work, staircases, and heritage ceilings to ensure the ongoing life of the building. Built has successfully delivered a project of this scale and quality, achieving an exemplary safety outcome while maintaining the hotel’s operations. MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF NSW EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION AWARDS 2023

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COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS UP TO $60 MILLION

BUILDCORP GROUP The Bond The Bond is a high-quality suburban office building delivered by Buildcorp to a great standard. This is the first timber framed commercial building sitting over a large concrete framed basement in suburban Sydney. The quality of the finished product and the connections between the various elements are excellent. Buildcorp can be congratulated for the final result and the excellent level of finish.

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COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS $60 MILLION - $100 MILLION

FDC CONSTRUCTION & FITOUT Blue & William Blue & William is a new bespoke 14,500 sqm NLA, 10-storey commercial office building located in the heart of North Sydney CBD. The site was re-purposed from its previous life, being an old, red brick apartment building. The project incorporates 5 Star Greenstar and 5.5 Star NABERS ESD aspirations and includes numerous bespoke building features which respond directly to the heritage of the Lavender Bay and North Sydney areas. This extremely technical and unique development was successfully delivered by FDC on time, on budget and to an extremely high standard of workmanship, all whilst enduring unprecedented inclement weather, a global pandemic, and a change in ownership of the development midway through construction. This project exemplifies all the challenges of working in the busy North Sydney CBD. FDC has delivered a building that has enhanced a vital heart of North Sydney, a worthy winner.

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COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS $100 MILLION - $150 MILLION

BESIX WATPAC Poly Centre This project has been constructed on a difficult site on George Street, Sydney, with considerable restrictions to access and materials handling, due to the adjacent light rail and surrounding buildings. The finished product is impressive, in particular the precast concrete external elements, and the façade. As with a few of the construction works in 2023, the project has been delivered well in a difficult time with both Covid and inclement weather affecting the works.

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COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS $150 MILLION & OVER

BUILT IN JV WITH OBAYASHI (BOJV) & IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WALKER CORPORATION 6&8 Parramatta Square 6&8 PS is the tallest commercial tower in Western Sydney — at 132,870 sqm GFA and 55 storeys — the largest commercial office building in Australia. 6&8 PS is the final stage of what has become a world-class mixed-use precinct and vital civic meeting place for the broader city and region. The incredible scale and foundations of 6&8PS meant the building had to be designed differently to any other commercial tower. BOJV’s team created a solution of more than 200 ground anchors to prevent building uplift caused by ground water pressure when a large dyke was discovered in the natural rock beneath. The structure consists of a hydrostatic foundation slab with a jump start steel basement and podium structure that is shared across the towers. The two towers consist of separate reinforced concrete cores, post tensioned concrete slabs and an outrigger transfer structure to tolerate high wind.

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INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS UP TO $50 MILLION

DEWCAPE BINGO MPC 2 The initial ground conditions for BINGO MPC 2 were quite poor and necessitated the whole building footprint being excavated to a depth of seven metres and then being built back up in 300mm compacted layers. Following this, a large portal frame building was constructed with heavy duty waste material receiving pits and a large hard-standing area with push walls. The dumped waste material was picked up from the receiving area by two Class 1 Tolerance cranes, which fed it to a system of conveyors for sorting and breaking down. To combat the very real hazard of fire, an overhead sprinkler system including water cannons has been installed. The project was fascinating to observe in operation and is the world’s largest mixed waste facility. Well done to Dewcape.

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INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS $50 MILLION - $100 MILLION

RICHARD CROOKES CONSTRUCTIONS Australia Post — Oakdale West Industrial Estate Australia Post’s needs have changed, and a major part of their business is now parcel delivery. This has been fueled by the surge in e-commerce and online shopping over recent years. The new facility caters for speedy parcel distribution both within NSW and interstate. The building covers an area of 34,000 sqm with an 8,800 sqm mezzanine, offices and amenities and a huge hard standing area featuring a 30m wide “super awning”. The building’s lifeblood is an advanced Beumer Group sorting system with the capacity to process up to 450,000 parcels per day. The judges were impressed with the quality of the building works and its sustainable design elements such as drought resistant landscaping, rainwater harvesting, electric vehicle charging stations and a 1.5 MW solar system. Images: Arthur Vay — Sydney Site Photography

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INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS $100 MILLION & OVER

FDC CONSTRUCTION & FITOUT Coles Customer Fulfilment Centre FDC was engaged by Charter Hall on an ECI basis to design and construct a new “Online Customer Fulfilment Centre” in Wetherill Park for Coles. An almost identical facility was built in parallel in Victoria. The new building covers some 26,000m2, with half being temperature controlled to 18C and the other half being chilled to 2C, with a -24C freezer within. All the building’s statistics are impressive, and it features a robotic Ocado sorting system where around 1000 robots track across the top of a vertical storage system and select the individual items for each customer’s order. This is a first for Australia. The Ocado hive requires the highest building tolerances and FDC has achieved this. This huge and very complex project was delivered to budget, on time and to with a high degree of safety for the construction workers. Well done to the team from FDC Construction & Fitout.

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TERTIARY BUILDINGS UP TO $10 MILLION

GRAPHITE PROJECTS UTS Environmental and Biomedical Labs This highly technical project required detailed coordination of all services over 1100 sqm floor space. The space features areas for energy/ analysis research, chemical/process/instrumental and microorganism research. Construction difficulties encountered were the hydraulic redesign, materials handling, structural steel installation and crane lifts that were coordinated with the Sydney Airport authorities. This project demonstrates Graphite Projects’ ability to work through complexities and solve issues, resulting in a credible building with exceptional build quality.

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TERTIARY BUILDINGS $10 MILLION & OVER

FDC CONSTRUCTION & FITOUT Macquarie University Central Courtyard Project Stage 6a The project consisted of the full refurbishment to the circa 1960s concrete building. The main works included the internal fitout of approximately 10,000 sqm of office space, full services upgrade, new building façade, café space, 500 sqm of roof waterproofing and a Green Star interior V1.3 rating. The works were successfully completed over an extremely condensed six-month program. The complexities of the scope coupled with the live environment and weather conditions made the project a challenge for the FDC team to overcome. The transformation is one of exceptional quality that bought new life into one of the original campus buildings.

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PRIVATE SCHOOLS UP TO $8 MILLION

COWYN BUILDING GROUP Eileen O’Connor Catholic College — Block B Refurbishment The Eileen O’Connor Catholic College at Lewisham is a K–12 school catering for children with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities. Block B is a heritage hall which was originally built in 1906 and it had extensive and varied renovations up until 2010 when it ceased to be used and became dilapidated. COWYN’s challenge was to bring the old hall back to life as a school staff centre and this included detailed demolition of the various alterations, replacement of the rotten timber floor, removal of all the lead paint from the walls and renewal of the slate roof. In addition, a new lift has been added, the internal facilities have been renewed and a striking covered approach way has been installed. The project was tastefully completed, and the special needs of the children were well addressed.

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PRIVATE SCHOOLS $8 MILLION - $11 MILLION

COWYN BUILDING GROUP Broughton Anglican College, Stage 14 Infant School The Menangle area is growing very fast, and Broughton Anglican College provides an education opportunity for the community. Stage 14 of the school has provided a new infants precinct. The work involved the demolition of eight old classrooms and a staffroom, mass cut and fill of the site and the construction of three new GLA buildings. This was all combined with significant external works and general landscaping. The judges were impressed with the brightness and quality of the finishes and the school principal was delighted with the project delivery process. Well done COWYN. Images: Paramount Studios (Michael Anderson)

Broughton Anglican College Infant School Private Schools: $8,000,000 - $11,000,000

Eileen O’Connor Catholic College Block B Refurbishment Private Schools: up to $8,000,000 Loreto Normanhurst PUDO & Carparks Project Car Parks: Open Price Category

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PRIVATE SCHOOLS $11 MILLION - $15 MILLION

QUASAR CONSTRUCTIONS (COMMERCIAL) Abbotsleigh Junior School The junior school library project consisted of three components. A new library features a state-of-the-art façade system, creating a centrepiece for the school. The major renovations of existing school structures now provide the teachers and students with exceptional learning spaces and quality finishes throughout. The extensive landscaping and play areas have maximised the use of the school grounds and integrated and connected multiple school spaces for the students. Working in a live environment, Quasar has delivered this complex project and managed all the construction difficulties without impacting on the day-to-day operation of the school. Images: Two Story Photography

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PRIVATE SCHOOLS $15 MILLION - $20 MILLION

GRINDLEY CONSTRUCTION St Scholastica’s College St Scholastica’s College works involved the demolition of existing structures, and the construction of a new three-storey multi-purpose facility, landscape garden areas and infrastructure works. The new building comprises learning and drama spaces, seminar rooms, music rooms, café, canteen, amenities, and an external amphitheatre integrated above the music rooms. Additionally, improvement works were required to four existing science labs, learning spaces and the refurbishment of change rooms. The project has been one that has overcome numerous challenges, including working in a live environment, working among heritage-listed structures (tram tunnels and convict era retaining walls), time constraints, material handling and a difficult build. Grindley has delivered an extremely high-quality product, exceeding the school’s expectations. Images: Brett Boardman Photography

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Quasar truly are “construction experts“. Quasar’s client-centric approach to construction projects is key to our success with over 26 years of experience in Educational, Industrial and Retail projects Our internationally accredited management systems along with our prequalification with the NSW government ensures Quasar is well placed to be your next construction partner.

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PRIVATE SCHOOLS $15 MILLION - $20 MILLION

FDC CONSTRUCTION & FITOUT St Joseph’s Aquatic & Fitness Centre The Aquatic and Fitness Centre consisted of the demolition of a dilapidated 1950s swimming pool and the construction of a new 50m, FINAapproved swimming pool, along with a threestorey sporting complex. The complex houses an underground plant room and storage area and a large spectator balcony on level 1 allows students and parents to view the entire pool. The ground level comprises a large cardio gym, change rooms, offices, a large weights and training room and a physiotherapy room. Significant construction and design difficulties were encountered including soil contamination, working in a live environment, minimal construction manoeuvrability and inclement weather. Irrespective of these challenges the building was constructed with exceptional quality. This state-of-the-art facility has left all stakeholders feeling very proud of the successful outcome.

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PRIVATE SCHOOLS $20 MILLION - $50 MILLION

LIPMAN Abbotsleigh Senior School — Arts & Science Centre The location of the arts and science centres were based on existing blue gum trees. The design led to interesting building shapes with curves to all external walls moving in and around the adjacent trees. The effect is striking but made construction challenging on several fronts. The two buildings are connected by a glass wall link structure. The science centre is a threestorey structure that houses hi-tech science labs, bathrooms, numerous rooms, a lift, and the eye-catching open stair voids and amphitheatre. The arts centre is made up of a basement and two levels above the ground, which include photography spaces, art store and workshops, staff room, open stair voids, lobbies, a lift, and an abundance of natural light. The façade is comprised of zinc and terracotta cladding, glass, exposed concrete, and terracotta baguettes. External areas include car parking, featured lighting, pedestrian walkways, and hard and soft landscaping.

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PRIVATE SCHOOLS $50 MILLION & OVER

RICHARD CROOKES CONSTRUCTIONS Cranbrook School, Stage 2 Redevelopment The Stage 2 senior school campus involved the demolition of existing buildings, excavation of the existing sports oval and the construction of three new components to the school. The Aquatic Fitness Centre includes a 50m FINA-approved swimming pool, a grandstand for 350 spectators, a multipurpose sports hall, gymnasium, and a 124-space car park. The Harden Oval has full-sized sporting fields, cricket pitch, athletics track, a complex waterproofing system, a comprehensive irrigation system, and ground staff accommodation. The Vicar’s Centenary Building includes 6258 sqm of learning environments, a 300-person chapel, 1600-seat assembly hall that transforms into a sports hall with tiered seating for 300 people, a state-of-the-art drama theatre, performance spaces, commercial kitchen and dining facilities, extensive landscape areas and terraces. Images: Arthur Vay — Sydney Site Photography

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PUBLIC SCHOOLS OPEN PRICE CATEGORY

RICHARD CROOKES CONSTRUCTIONS Alexandria Park Community School This K-12 school caters for 1000 primary and up to 1200 secondary school students. The works consisted of the demolition of all existing buildings on site, the construction of multiple school buildings up to four storeys, 110 learning spaces, canteen, library, staff offices, a sports hall and multiple outdoor sport courts, a cola and a FIFA-approved multipurpose synthetic sports field. The school has set a new benchmark for flexible, future-focused education facilities. The clever and well-planned layouts and advanced features of the facility highlight the commitment to practicality, architecture, and design. Through careful coordination and collaboration with the school community, client, and consultants, the RCC project team successfully delivered the innovative and flexible educational facility that will benefit the local communities for years to come. Images: Arthur Vay — Sydney Site Photography

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PUBLIC BUILDINGS UP TO $5 MILLION

CERAK CONSTRUCTIONS Halliday Park Amenities Block Although the building is only small the result is a credit to the Cerak team. The final p roduct is w ell fi nished, th e qu ality of the external timber cladding is very good. A few issues were resolved by the Cerak team to minimise the cost to council, including management of the site contamination that was unknown at commencement. The Halliday Park Amenities Block is a credit to the whole Cerak Constructions team.

Thank you to our client, par tners, and dedicated team members for their invaluable contributions to the success of the Blacktown Animal Rehoming Centre project.

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PUBLIC BUILDINGS $5 MILLION - $10 MILLION

GRINDLEY CONSTRUCTION Redevelopment of Long Reef Surf Life Saving Club and associated community facilities The project involved the demolition of the existing surf life saving club building, the public amenities block and the surrounding landscape and hardstands in preparation for the construction of the surf life saving club. The project required an open approach between all stakeholders to achieve the complex bespoke design. Set within a nature reserve with numerous complexities, multiple workshops were required to ensure construction progressed without impact to the design. The proximity to the open surf created challenges to ensure the building would withstand the weather and salt corrosion. The issues were overcome by the introduction of an inverted timber roof, special door connections with a bifold system, and Tectiva façade panelling. The whole project has been exceptionally well constructed in a very tight time frame. Images: Martin Mischkulnig

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PUBLIC BUILDINGS $10 MILLION - $50 MILLION

A W EDWARDS Blacktown Animal Rehoming Centre This is a very impressive number of connected buildings, that have delivered an exceptional facility for the community and unwanted animals. All the finishes both internally and externally are excellent, and the details are well resolved. Management of site contamination has been done well to minimise the cost to council. A W Edwards can be proud of the product it has delivered during a difficult period for the whole industry.

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PUBLIC BUILDINGS $50 MILLION - $200 MILLION

BUILT PHIVE PHIVE is an innovative six-storey building comprising a new civic centre and library, council chambers, community facilities and services, and two belowground levels for City of Parramatta Council. The build incorporated a complex and distinctive roof façade made up of 549 individual skylight modules, integrated together within a structural steel roof framing arrangement. Built modified the concept design to allow the building to achieve net zero operations, becoming one of Australia’s most sustainable local government building. Not only has PHIVE achieved sustainability targets and design engineering that’s never been done before, it’s also become a community hub that fosters Parramatta Square’s 25,000 workers and the community. It is home to the brand-new City of Parramatta central library – including an extensive book collection, digital resources, dedicated children’s library, and study areas – and the City of Parramatta council chambers, featuring spaces for gathering, creating, studying, and connecting.

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PUBLIC BUILDINGS $200 MILLION - $300 MILLION

RICHARD CROOKES CONSTRUCTIONS Art Gallery of NSW, Sydney Modern Project This is an extremely impressive building on a site with limited access and several restrictive site conditions, being load restrictions on top of the Domain Tunnel, and over World War II fuel tanks. Considerable planning, 3D modelling, and site management have been required to deliver the building whilst managing all the site issues. The team at RCC can be proud of the product that has been delivered and of the difficulties that have been overcome to deliver this impressive building. Images: Arthur Vay — Sydney Site Photography

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PUBLIC BUILDINGS $300 MILLION & OVER

JOHN HOLLAND Sydney Football Stadium John Holland successfully delivered the iconic Sydney Football Stadium on-time and on-budget in late 2022. This new, world-class entertainment destination is a major drawcard for sporting and cultural events and was constructed in close and effective partnership with Infrastructure NSW. The new Sydney Football Stadium includes 42,500 undercover seats with unrivalled sight lines. Venue seating features the largest Indigenous public artwork in the Southern Hemisphere. The Sydney Football Stadium features an iconic floating steel roof with 100 per cent drip line roof coverage. The synclastic diagrid shell structure of the roof is supported by four super columns (derricks) at the corners of the stadium. Inner arched trusses span the distance between the derricks, with each truss measuring approximately 140m by 90m. The structural design also includes an outer tension ring and underlying columns connecting and supporting the roof. Images: Damien Ford Photography

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SPORTING FACILITIES UP TO $20 MILLION

PALM LAKE WORKS Belleair Country Club The Belleair Country Club is the central building of the Palm Lake Country Club development in Forster NSW. The facility provides sporting facilities, recreational facilities, leisure, and dining facilities to the Palm Lake inhabitants. The inclusion of several unique features — a salt therapy room that required Himalayan salt bricks to be procured, a fully operational two-lane tenpin bowling alley and an indoor heated swimming pool — provided challenges to the construction process in terms of procurement and installation sequencing. The facility has been designed with a degree of opulence in mind to set it apart from similar facilities. The standard of finish is generally high, with several unique features providing challenges. A combination of local and regional subcontractors were used to bring this project to completion on time and to budget expectations. The general standard of finish is high, befitting the expectations of the stakeholders. Images: Brock Beazley

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Building world-class venues

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Congratulations to our team for this outstanding achievement. Redeveloping the existing Allianz Stadium located in Moore Park, Sydney, this 42,500 seat multi-use world class stadium brings the latest in global sport architectural trends to the fringe of the Sydney CBD.

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SPORTING FACILITIES $20 MILLION - $25 MILLION

LIPMAN PCYC Wagga Wagga The development of the new Wagga Wagga PCYC is now a leading sporting facility available for use by the local community, professional sporting teams, schools, and various regional sporting competitions. The facility incorporates undercroft off-street parking, lower ground pods containing amenities, storerooms, café, reception and office spaces, a sports hall containing four full sized basketball and netball courts with a capability to accommodate various other sports and includes tiered seating, storage rooms and automated equipment. Design refinements were made to increase efficiency of construction and included amendments to post-tensioned slab design and fire rating methods to accommodate alternate sequencing to help mitigate delays due to ongoing wet weather. The cladding to the pods was a product that required onsite fabrication and bending to achieve the curved surfaces that were required to line up around the circumference of the building.

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SPORTING FACILITIES $25 MILLION - $40 MILLION

BUILDCORP GROUP NSW Cricket, Cricket Central This new facility for NSW Cricket comprises a two-storey cricket centre including an internal atrium, gymnasium, community facilities, sports science and sports medicine facilities and business offices. The works also includes a double height training facility with 15 wickets, an international cricket oval with associated services and infrastructure, a new 500kva substation and associated works. The foundation system incorporated continuous flight auger piles to mitigate the risk of contamination and inconsistent ground conditions. The ground structure comprises three large concrete slabs on ground and structural steel superstructure with 45m span, erected from the ground slabs. Internally, extensive facilities add to the diverse complexity of this building. The scope of works range from sports field works through to amenities, admin areas and high-quality atrium finishes.

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SPORTING FACILITIES $40 MILLION & OVER

FDC CONSTRUCTION & FITOUT Sydney Swans HQ & Community Centre The works were carried out to the Royal Hall of Industries’ (RHI) iconic 1913 building. The RHI has been repurposed with a modernised interior — while highlighting the building’s heritage significance — to create state-of-the-art training facilities that span over the 12,000 sqm complex and across two separate structures. The facilities include a gymnasium, multipurpose indoor training field, altitude training room, threelane 20m lap pool, recovery hot and cold plunge pools and sauna, massage and alternate therapy areas, provision for strength conditioning staff, club administration areas including media rooms, and dining facilities. Due to existing site conditions and the heritage nature of the roof and façade into the new facility, strengthening the existing structure was required, while the design had to consider the limited load capacity of the existing roof structure. The process of marrying the current hi-tech requirements of the Swans into the existing 100+ year old RHI building has been well managed and successfully achieved in this project.

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INTERIOR FITOUTS UP TO $500,000

SCI (SYDNEY COMMERCIAL INTERIORS) The Foundation Room, Centre of Excellence — Sydney Roosters This fitout, although small in area — covering just 150 sqm, creates a sense of respect for the history of the Roosters through attention to detail. Included are jerseys, boots, and footballs from the club’s beginnings. The works from a cold shell were enclosing curved walls, display stands and cabinets, ceiling, and complex lighting. The veneers were matched to existing wall panelling with a highend coating. The cabinets incorporate LED strip lighting within the cabinetry that revolves between the club colours. The foyer highlights a powder coated baffle aluminium ceiling and a featured folded aluminium trophy stand. A feature of the fitout is the “secret library” with its rotating pivot door. When opened it reveals the club’s library which contains the entire club records from its earliest days. Images: John McCrae

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INTERIOR FITOUTS $500,001 - $1 MILLION

SCI (SYDNEY COMMERCIAL INTERIORS) Glory Days Bondi The Glory Days Café/Restaurant was completed in just six and a half weeks just before Christmas. The project consisted of altering the swing of the heritage entry doors, installation of walls, bathrooms, kitchen, floors, timber slatted ceiling and services modifications. With the fitout being a small space, the lead times in which to order materials were greatly reduced. This precluded any on site measuring before manufacture, relying on guaranteed measurements by SCI. The timber slatted ceiling was Australian black butt with brass wall panelling and the main servery is faced with red Bosco travertine. The main floor was laid from 5500 French handmade tiles that were cut diagonally on site. The irregularity of the tiles required them to then be ground to a consistent size to achieve the pattern required. The finishes were executed to a high standard. Images: Adrian Mesko

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INTERIOR FITOUTS $1 MILLION - $1.5 MILLION

URBAN CORE AUSTRALIA Palazzo Salato The Palazzo Salato is a 120-seat wine bar and trattoria in a heritage-listed building. The space includes a private dining room, walk-in-only bar, and main dining area. A commercial kitchen is linked to service areas by a newly installed dumbwaiter. The central bar has a stone top, edged with a curved timber bullnose. Seating has deep leather booths and velvet backed bar stools. The incorporation of electrical services has been well thought out, with Urban Care striking an innovative solution to the heritage issues raised. An impressive feature of the fitout is the main bar area with its hanging shelves and perimeter wall shelving which hold many bottles of wine, reflecting the 500-bottle wine list. Urban Core were engaged to transform an existing beer café into a modern wine bar and trattoria. A high level of skill and attention to detail has been demonstrated by Urban Core to achieve the result of a striking wine bar in the heart of Sydney.

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INTERIOR FITOUTS $1.5 MILLION - $2 MILLION

GOLD KEY BUILDING SERVICES Top Spring Australia Interior Fitout The Top Springs fitout involved a strip out of an existing office back to a shell, followed by new flooring, building works, joinery, furniture, services trades, window furnishings and audio visual infrastructure. There was close liaising between the design phase with the client then following through to the fitout stage, with detailed weekly presentations on program, finishes and necessary changes due to latent conditions. Detailed consideration was given to adjoining tenancies, difficult and limited access, and noise restrictions. Gold Key Building Services have given the client a quality fitout that features timber and veneer laminated wall panelling with highlighted quality stone finishes, executed to a very high standard. Images: Sebastian Photography

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INTERIOR FITOUTS $2 MILLION - $2.5 MILLION

PACIFIC DESIGN & CONSTRUCT Planet Fitness Warrawong Planet Fitness at Warrawong covers more than 1600 sqm, which includes 1100 sqm of specialty gym flooring featuring two dedicated exercise areas. There are extensive locker rooms, change rooms, seating benches, full height tiled bathrooms and shower areas. An area is dedicated to massage chairs and beds, full body tanning booths, red light therapy and innovative relaxation pods. The build was beset by issues from the base builder with incomplete works, and Pacific Design & Construct commenced detailed, set-out work with numerous open trenches and a roof area that required extensive cleaning before painting. The floor was a specialty item that required acclimatisation for two weeks following its installation. All gym equipment was assembled on site in an already compressed program. Pacific Design & Construct has delivered a fitout to a very high standard under difficult circumstances. A level of skill and co-ordination has combined to produce a quality fitout.

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INTERIOR FITOUTS $2.5 MILLION - $3.5 MILLION

AETOS K Oborozuki Oborozuki is a new Japanese fine dining fusion, kaiseki and teppanyaki restaurant capturing stunning views of the Sydney Harbour. It has a 10-person private dining space with traditional sunken floor, three private teppanyaki rooms and 120-person dining area. Adjacent to this main area is the oborozuki bar. Spread over two levels, the dining area features stucco interior walls, slatted timber ceilings, commercial kitchen and bronze and marble design features. Detailed planning was required to overcome the restricted access from Macquarie St through a standard doorway. Fitments and finishes needed to be broken down to suit. Challenges during construction — working within an occupied residential building, very restricted access and a short time frame — have been overcome with excellent planning and communication to produce a strikingly impressive venue.

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INTERIOR FITOUTS $3.5 MILLION - $4.5 MILLION

HUNTER MASON (NSW) Abacus Group HQ Fitout The Abacus head office fitout comprises more than 1200 sqm of flexible meeting spaces, 18-person boardroom, six meeting rooms, four individual phone booths, open workstations, and kitchen/dining facilities. The fitout was carried out in a significantly reduced time frame of just 12 weeks. The quality of the fitout of stonework, circular features, veneered wall panelling and bespoke joinery reflect a class fitout. The featured timber, open cell ceiling and featured stone and sliding glass parting doors make for a significant entrance. The detailed planning and co-operative approach to the design and construction elements makes for a space that reflects the organisation. This is a quality fitout achieved to a high standard. Images: Luc Remond

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INTERIOR FITOUTS $4.5 MILLION - $5 MILLION

HUNTER MASON (NSW) Diageo HQ Fitout A striking entrance of veneered, panelled showcases featuring various alcoholic bottles is reflective of what lies beyond. The Diageo HQ Fitout is split over two floors of 2000 sqm involving an upgrade of services and bespoke features — including joinery, feature ceilings, lighting, and glass blocks — all within a heritage-listed building. The upper level consists of a fully functioning bar along with a new kitchen, meeting rooms and workstations. The bar has a stunning red Pilbara marble benchtop with a copper bullnose edge. An Innovation Lab was constructed featuring cutting-edge technology, including state-of-theart mixing equipment and audio-visual systems allowing Diageo to explore new flavours and concepts for alcoholic cocktail ideas. Hunter Mason NSW has achieved a high-quality fitout which reflects the detailed co-operative approach adopted to achieve a striking outcome for the client. Images: Luc Remond

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INTERIOR FITOUTS $5 MILLION - $7 MILLION

HUNTER MASON (NSW) Audi Centre Refresh The Audi refresh was designed to consolidate the different Audi brands under one roof while improving the work environment. The refresh was within a mixed-used space of 4200 sqm including retail, vehicle servicing and office workspace. Level 5 changed from an automotive repair centre, to a vehicle service training centre encompassing new glazing to existing windows. Where possible existing fitments were re-used following an extensive audit by Hunter Mason. A new internal stair was installed between levels 5, 6 and 7, the installation of which was heavily constrained by the existing structure. The project has an industrial and office feel successfully combined by use of metallic colours and design resembling an Audi vehicle. The standard of finishes demonstrates a high professional level of planning, co-ordination, and skill. Hunter Mason has achieved a highlevel finish to what is now the landmark “Audi Lighthouse”. Images: Luc Remond

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INTERIOR FITOUTS $7 MILLION - $8 MILLION

FDC CONSTRUCTION & FITOUT Charter Hall Head Office The project consisted of the fitout of levels 19 and 20 and incorporating level 18 into the exiting tenancy of Charter Hall, bringing the overall tenancy to 6000 sqm. Level 20 is the main entrance and client interface floor, level 19 the common meeting level with lunch and meeting rooms and level 18 being for information technology, training, and innovation. The new stairs to be installed between levels 18 and 19 were located where the existing intertenancy stairs were previously situated. This presented a few issues, like cutting a 3mx8m penetration below in an occupied area and an occupied building. The high-end finishes included travertine wall cladding and floors, bespoke powder coated ceilings and bathrooms incorporating Caroma Smart Command. Furniture and fitments were reused and repurposed after a detailed survey was undertaken. The workmanship of FDC is of a high standard, achieving the desired effect by using their expertise in planning and delivering a project.

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INTERIOR FITOUTS $8 MILLION - $10 MILLION

PAYNTER DIXON Petersham RSL Club Fitout The Petersham RSL fitout consisted of 4000 sqm of a ground floor venue featuring restaurants, indoor and outdoor gaming lounges, an auditorium, and day spa. The main bar is adjacent to a glazed skylight courtyard. The distinguished marble foyer leads into a fitout that impresses with the use of premium and imported materials, from hand-pressed mosaic tiles to velvet and suede finishes. Paynter Dixon had to contend with a residential building under construction above and with issues of waterproofing, interconnection of services, access, deliveries, and commissioning. Detailed coordination of finishes was necessary with multiple types of stone and tiles, shortages of supply, staff shortages and incomplete overseas orders with seamless alternatives sought from local suppliers. The issues presented were overcome with detailed planning and communications by the enthusiastic Paynter Dixon team.

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INTERIOR FITOUTS $10 MILLION - $15 MILLION

FDC CONSTRUCTION & FITOUT Deloitte Parramatta Square Fitout Deloitte Parramatta comprises level 37 and part level 38, spanning 3500 sqm over the two floors. The fitout consists of open plan workstations, extensive collaboration and meeting spaces, commercial kitchen, first-aid room, parents’ room, multi-faith room, amenities, and an all-gender bathroom. Also included is a multi-purpose room used for functions and doubling as a boardroom with space for 80 people. The high-end finishes included recycled Australian timber from telegraph poles, Sydney sandstone, terrazzo floor tiles and bespoke joinery. Meeting rooms feature double layer acoustic plasterboard and double glazed aluminium framed walls. The interconnecting stair with its mid-landing and elliptical ceiling and featured grid-ceiling are highlights. FDC has produced quality finishes that reflect the premium client. The numerous quality finishes in the design required teamwork, planning and communication to execute to this standard.

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INTERIOR FITOUTS $15 MILLION - $30 MILLION

BUILDCORP GROUP IMC Pacific Sydney Fitout IMC’s new headquarters spans more than 6000 sqm. The fitout comprises functional facilities including training rooms on level 16; meeting rooms, collaboration areas and a large social hub on level 41: and the main reception, board room and commercial kitchen on level 42. There are two interconnecting stairs linking levels 41 and 42. The fitout also encompasses modifications to the base build ceilings and services, and features internal greenery areas within the joinery items and perforated metal ceilings. Interactive wall joinery was installed to promote office wellbeing. The interconnecting stairs and the interactive wall joinery required detailed planning, detailed shop drawings and close collaboration with the designers and manufacturers to achieve the high standard of finish required. Buildcorp overcame significant challenges during the course of the fitout in a relatively short contract period. Buildcorp has delivered a quality fitout to a satisfied client.

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INTERIOR FITOUTS $30 MILLION - $50 MILLION

BUILDCORP GROUP Corrs QQT Fitout The Corrs QQT fitout covers four floors of more than 7700 sqm and comprises modifications to the base build ceilings and services, detailed plasterwork, intricate joinery, imported specialty finishes, internal greenery areas and custom signage. There is also a commercial kitchen and café, meeting rooms, seminar rooms and collaboration areas. There are several striking features that catch the eye for the attention to detail and the intricacies of the coordination. Among them are the striking interconnecting stairs between the floors, the artwork and the Barrisol feature lighting. The central entry ceiling artwork comprises 800 individual, hand-made glass hooks suspended in the front-of-house atrium. The intricacies of its installation reflects experience and application to detail. The installation of the unique glass, shallow pond and its black Corian base is dramatic in appearance, in detail and accuracy of installation. The pond acts as a mirror to reflect the artwork suspended above it.

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INTERIOR FITOUTS $50 MILLION & OVER

MPA CONSTRUCTION GROUP Deloitte QQT Multi-Level Fitout The Deloitte fitout was over 14 floors, divided into four categories. Levels 44-47 are The “Global” Local, the guest experience floors including featured grid ceilings, the pond next to the oyster bar, commercial kitchen, private dining rooms with its onyx boardroom table, phone booths and picturesque bar and terrace. Levels 11-13 are The Studio floors with individual, team and community spaces and an impressive feature vinyl floor. Levels 7-10 are The Hive, which has individual, team and community spaces featuring a café/bar complete with a towering umbrella. Levels 4-6 are The Conservatory, which has individual, team and community spaces and features plentiful plantings. The kitchen areas on levels 44-47 required significant strengthening due to the positioning and the floor plate. The MPA team overcame significant logistical challenges to deliver this large, unique fitout in the timeframe. The finishes are of a very high standard and a credit to MPA Construction Group.

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SHOP FITOUTS UP TO $1 MILLION

CALIDA PROJECTS Tribe Quay Quarter Within a small footprint at Circular Quay sits Tribe Quay Quarters, a hairdressing salon featuring cutting stations and full height stairwell mirrors with custom stainless-steel handrails and custom panelled ceilings. The fitout was over two floors, with detailed planning and early procurement. A program of seven weeks was achieved, including new mechanical, electrical and plumbing services throughout. The outcome of this small project, which in itself presented sizable issues to be overcome, is commendable. Calida has constructed a flagship salon for the client, delivered on time in a short timeframe, which was well executed and reflects a level of coordination and attention to detail that is required to be a “flagship” store. Images: Justin Alexander

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SHOP FITOUTS $1 MILLION & OVER

SITE BOX Cupra The Cupra Garage flagship, located on busy Pitt St in Sydney, is a fitout reflective of the brand, being innovative and an area where customers experience the capabilities and the features of the Cupra electric cars. The fitout comprised the installation of a mezzanine floor, a full glass frontage, installation of a new mechanical system along with an audio system. Out of hours works were extensive due to restricted access because of its location. Suspended from the ceiling is a two-tonne copper snake artwork hanging from 24 concrete anchor points that required detailed coordination. The position of the showroom with its eightmetre ceiling height presented issues that were overcome with detailed planning and coordination. Site Box has demonstrated its ability to plan, coordinate and deliver a quality project for its client. Images: Mark Bean

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HEALTH BUILDINGS — NEW UP TO $10 MILLION

LIPMAN HealthOne Green Square Located at 944 Bourke Street, Green Square, HealthOne is a purpose-built community health facility that features eight consultation rooms, six treatment rooms, a range of meeting rooms and a gymnasium for patient therapy, along with a parking and drop off area. The structure consists of concrete slabs at ground and level 1, with concrete columns from ground floor to level 1 and structural steel from level 1 to roof. The building’s facade consists of glazed brickwork at ground level, and sawtooth detail and stack work pattern brickwork for the first-floor facade. The brick facade was driven by the client and is an important element, creating a strong and memorable first impression of the building and cementing the building as a landmark. The builder used a mobile crane for materials handling. The project was successfully completed in a challenging environment where the construction was dealt with in an efficient and professional manner, resulting in a well finished quality outcome.

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HEALTH BUILDINGS — NEW $10 MILLION - $50 MILLION

LIPMAN Hornsby Ku-ring-gai Hospital Stage 2A Redevelopment The works comprised the construction of a new day outpatient building, demolition and refurbishment of an existing building, refurbishment of various outpatient services, refurbishment of former breast screen area and fitout of office space for the Royal Australian College of Surgeons. Another part awarded as a variation was the psychiatric emergency care centre fitout. This complex project had multiple work fronts operating simultaneously, and a key challenge was the varying access constraints to the differing construction zones. This resulted in a very narrow access route for construction workers, materials handling and cranage. Additionally, the refurbishment work fronts were contained within live and occupied hospital buildings. The project was successfully completed in a challenging environment, with demolition, construction, major underground services relocation, and refurbishment managed in an efficient and professional manner.

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HEALTH BUILDINGS — NEW $50 MILLION & OVER

LENDLEASE CONSTRUCTION Prince of Wales Hospital Acute Services Building Lendlease was awarded this project as a VECI for the Prince of Wales (POW) Hospital acute services building (ASB). The ASB has a total of 13 storeys, including two basement levels, and is approximately 55,000 sqm GFA. It includes two bridge connections between the existing Prince of Wales Hospital and Royal Hospital for Women. The project is unique in that construction works interface with four live hospitals – Prince of Wales, Prince of Wales Private, Sydney Children’s Hospital and the Royal Hospital for Women. This work included the diversion of services, including high voltage, sewer, stormwater, medical gas, natural gas, fire and hydraulic services, fibre optic and low voltage, as well as the only access road to the POW campus being loading docks. The three-storey patient link bridge and onestorey public link bridge were constructed as modules and lifted into place on site. The works were undertaken adjacent to a live operational hospital.

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HEALTH BUILDINGS — REFURBISHMENT UP TO $10 MILLION

PAYNTER DIXON St Vincent’s Hospital Hybrid Theatre & Endoscopy Suite This complex project delivered within a fully operational hospital was delivered in two stages: endoscopy suites requiring partial demolition and refurbishment. Paynter Dixon staged the site work in an environment that had to remain sterile, and operational during construction and the commissioning of services in each of the stages. As well as a hybrid theatre, existing operating rooms were demolished and reconstructed in a new layout, forming hybrid rooms. It was imperative this work was also staged in an environment that remained sterile and was always operational. This involved carefully planning of the demolition works, installation of structural steelwork, essential “life” services and state of the art medical operating equipment. During construction Paynter Dixon managed infection control, environmental considerations, management of utilities, monitoring noise, vibration and dust, budget, existing equipment, materials along with waste removal and documentation. MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF NSW EXCELLENCE IN CONSTRUCTION AWARDS 2023

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HEALTH BUILDINGS — REFURBISHMENT $10 MILLION - $50 MILLION

RICHARD CROOKES CONSTRUCTIONS Tumut Hospital Redevelopment The redevelopment of Tumut Health Service is located on the existing Tumut Hospital site. It included services relocation, new substation, services connections, 24 inpatient beds and pods, emergency department, operating theatre complex and day surgery, wellness centre, pharmacy, radiology, and pathology, helipad, staff accommodation, site wide infrastructure upgrades, and demolition of nominated buildings. The project was split across four stages: the building and fitout; demolition of the old hospital; new front entrance; and helipad construction, plus the addition of a new ambulance station. RCC instigated the adoption of an engineered fill platform instead of the designed concrete piers and ground beams, and the use of a steel stick framing system rather than the structural steel solution documented – saving the client money. Health Infrastructure have this as a benchmark for regional hospital design and construction and are replicating the design on future regional projects.

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HEALTH BUILDINGS — REFURBISHMENT $50 MILLION & OVER

RENASCENT AUSTRALIA Westmead Stage 3 Refurbishment The Westmead Redevelopment project is one of the largest health refurbishment projects in NSW. The Project posed many challenges in a live and operational environment. With a total refurbishment scope of over 10,000m2, this complex and staged work had to ensure a seamless relationship with the existing operational use and construction. A summary of the milestones included within this extremely complex project is: Ambulatory Care, Operating Theatres, Dermatology, Respiratory Care, and a Cystic Fibrosis Care Unit. The works were done entirely in a live operational hospital environment with the existing hospital campus remaining fully operational throughout the entire project – plus the additional complexity of Westmead’s major role during Covid. The team developed a five-stage delivery approach to manage working in an operational hospital precinct. The stages had to be responsive and at times modified due to the day-to-day operational requirements from the hospital.

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AGED CARE BUILDINGS UP TO $25 MILLION

TOTAL CONSTRUCTION Mason Building, HammondCare Miranda Total Construction has created a high-quality aged care facility over three levels (plus basement parking), each level comprising two apartments housing 10 residents each in a very warm and homely environment. To reduce the impact of Covid and wet weather delays, initiatives were taken including substituting basement block walls for precast concrete and obtaining three separate construction certificates. Curved, off-form concrete façades at high level were an added complication, however the result is of an excellent standard, and a noticeable feature of the building. The project was completed with special safety protocols, particularly due to the high-tension wires running through the site affecting crane operations and requiring special earthing of the crane and building itself.

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AGED CARE BUILDINGS $25 MILLION - $30 MILLION

STEPHEN EDWARDS CONSTRUCTIONS OPAL HealthCare — Toongabbie Terrace This aged care facility was constructed on a tight site surrounded by residential buildings and the Toongabbie Sports Club. Back lane access to the sports club at the rear of the construction site had to be carefully managed so as not to affect club deliveries, but also to minimise construction delays. Initial earthworks were complicated by the discovery of both asbestos remnants and acid sulphate within the subgrade, necessitating careful stockpiling of both contaminated and clean material and the implementation of screw piles to minimise subgrade disturbance. Design changes during construction were well managed by the site team, particularly the addition of external balconies. The aged care facility is of significant size at 128bed capacity, and it has been completed to a noticeably high standard. Images: Anthony Potter

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AGED CARE BUILDINGS $30 MILLION - $35 MILLION

GRINDLEY CONSTRUCTION ANHF Gordon ANHF Gordon experienced many challenges and obstacles during construction. Site access was very limited, with the main construction to occur behind a heritage-listed residential building, which only had access in one quiet, residential street. Additional difficulties included tree protection zones requiring the building to be completed around these zones. A 10-metre-deep basement in rock had to be excavated with machines operating within the stringent noise controls defined in the DA. And a full basement tanking system was implemented during extremely wet weather. Grindley ensured that the handover of the new Aged Care Home provides a high quality of life for its residents, staff, families, and surrounding community. Images: Scott Riley

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AGED CARE BUILDINGS $35 MILLION & OVER

TOTAL CONSTRUCTION KOPWA Aged Care Redevelopment This aged care facility involved construction on a tight site with one point of street access. Incorporating new build and existing building refurbishment changed the total capacity from a 50-bed facility to 102 beds including a new basement carpark, central kitchen, and laundry. The site is located above the Sydney Metro light rail tunnel, so piling foundations were complicated and tightly controlled. Site piles around the perimeter were driven to hold back surrounding properties, acting as cantilevers and eliminating the need for ground anchors. To fit in with the residential landscape, roof pitches were very low with a metal roof positioned below a tiled roof. Tiles were installed for aesthetic reasons only. The low pitch meant limited ceiling space for services, requiring very close services/structure coordination. All was completed with nursing home residents on site, giving residents early involvement and a sense of ownership of the final facility.

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LIFESTYLE LIVING OVER 55’S UP TO $50 MILLION

CUZENO Oasis Peakhurst Retirement Apartments Cuzeno was founded in 1963, making it one of Australia’s oldest building and development companies. The Oasis project at Peakhurst is a vertical retirement village consisting of 41 apartments spread over three blocks above two levels of basement parking. The facility includes a swimming pool and spa, gym, communal lounge rooms, rooftop terrace with bar and barbecue, beauty salon, gold class cinema, and a café. The apartments are first class, and a 24-hour nurse is on hand The judges were impressed with the overall ambience and quality of workmanship and particularly with the quality of the off-form concrete. Cuzeno has created a genuine oasis at Peakhurst for the area’s senior citizens.

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LIFESTYLE LIVING OVER 55’S $50 MILLION - $100 MILLION

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Kokoda Residences is a 12-storey “vertical living” facility for the over 55s in the heart of Waitara. The tower includes 117 independent living units and various community spaces. One-, two- and three-bedroom apartments are provided, along with sub-penthouses and penthouses. There are two levels of basement parking along with a beauty salon, cinema, cafe, and lounge areas. The building features bronze façades and balustrades with double glazing to the windows and is quite striking in appearance. The quality of the workmanship and finishes is first class throughout and it was clear to the judges that a collaborative relationship had been established with the various stakeholders throughout the course of construction. Images: Arthur Vay — Sydney Site Photography

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LIFESTYLE LIVING OVER 55’S $100 MILLION & OVER

TAYLOR Gordon Quarter The Gowrie Village project at Gordon was a massive undertaking and has given Angilcare a state-of-the-art seniors living and care campus comprising three main parts — a 107-bed residential aged care facility; 32 new independent living units (ILUs) in multiple small blocks of four; and the Burnham Thorpe House Heritage Conversion, which provides a further eight ILUs. The builders overcame many challenges including Covid and the sustained period of wet weather in 2021 and 2022 where the site received large amounts of runoff from neighbouring areas. Both the local council and nearby residents needed careful management as this was a major project in a quiet residential area. The judges were impressed with the quality of Taylor’s work and the residents who were spoken to seemed delighted with their new home. Images: Murray Fredericks

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COWYN BUILDING GROUP Loreto Normanhurst — PUDO & Car Parks Project The project was delivered within the grounds of an active school, and early on it was discovered there were major contamination issues to be managed. The carpark and PUDO project involved construction of one-way through link road across the entire site; undercover pedestrian shelters and elevated walkways; three separate parking zones; a partially underground carpark; and tennis courts. Delivered with minimal disruption to the college and to an outstanding level of quality, the project has completely transformed the college and sets the foundation ahead of major master plan works over the coming years. The project has been delivered to a high standard on a difficult site. Images: Paramount Studios (Michael Anderson)

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CHILDCARE UP TO $5 MILLION

HAYES CONSTRUCTION COMPANY Wauchope Little Learners Childcare Centre Wauchope Little Learners Childcare Centre is a state-of-the-art learning facility that uses the latest innovations and technologies. The facility boasts spacious rooms that capture morning light, while providing shade in the afternoons. All learning areas overlook an exciting outdoor learning environment that is magical for the children. Every aspect of the building has gone through careful planning to ensure children have the best possible start in life. Hayes Construction has successfully delivered this excellent facility for the Wauchope region.

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CHILDCARE $5 MILLION & OVER

BLUE GROUP PROJECTS Discover My World — Kellyville This two-storey childcare centre with a basement car park has been designed and built to the highest standard. The building is truly unique and a landmark in the area. The spaces created are eccentric and adaptable and will provide the highest quality environment for the enjoyment and education of the children attending. Images: Nick Bowers

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EXCELLENCE IN SUSTAINABILITY — COMMERCIAL

BUILT PHIVE PHIVE is an innovative, six-storey building comprising a new civic centre and library, council chambers, community services, and two belowground levels for City of Parramatta Council. Built modified the concept design so PHIVE has become one of Australia’s first carbon neutral, net-zero-in-operation buildings. Australia’s most sustainable local government building, PHIVE has been awarded a 6 Star Green Star rating. Admirable qualities of the build include automated louvres on the southern and eastern facades, which enable mixed-mode ventilation to the building; a solar PV system and removal of the dependence on natural gas; electric domestic hot water system and thermal storage; variable refrigerant flow system and rooftop condensers; dual water systems for non-drinking water uses; 13-kW photo voltaic system; and LED lighting. Not only has PHIVE achieved sustainability targets and design engineering never done before, it has become a community hub that fosters Parramatta Square’s community.

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CIVIL ENGINEERING UP TO $15 MILLION

WARD CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING Wylde Mountain Trail Bike Relocation and New Access Road — Civil, Infrastructure and Landscape Works Built within the Cumberland Plain bushland, this newly completed biking park now includes a state-of-the-art Aus Cycling-certified BMX track, the largest pump track in the Southern Hemisphere and more than 15km of purposebuilt mountain bike trails. It was vital that bushland was protected within the 85-hectare park during construction. The shape and finish of the tracks was critical particularly for the BMX and Pump tracks, with construction to very exacting standards. Severe wet weather delayed works, particularly as the site’s clay subgrade made machinery movement a significant problem. However the resulting bike complex is very well constructed and will be well used by bike enthusiasts and families for years to come. Top Image: Dan Himbrechts

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CIVIL ENGINEERING $15 MILLION & OVER

ARENCO (NSW) Yagoona Station Upgrade Yagoona Station comprises an island rail platform including offices, controls, and public facilities, plus steps to the Hume Highway footpath level above. As with projects such as this, work must be carefully planned so that most critical activities can be completed during track closures/power outages. Six weekend track closures and a 12day Christmas/New Year shutdown were used for the works. Arenco chose to create a new entry and station building rather than attempt to refurbish the existing one. This building was prefabricated in six complete modules then lifted into place by a carefully positioned mobile crane. Other works included a concrete platform extension that was prefabricated in sections, new canopies, prefabricated stairs, and lift shaft – including the lift installation itself. This carefully planned and executed project has modernised Toongabbie station while ensuring that accessibility complies with current standards.

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SITE SAFETY — COMMERCIAL PROJECTS UP TO $50 MILLION

AVANT CONSTRUCTIONS Reserve 885 Amenities Building This was a methodically well planned and thought out job. From the precise lifting of structural elements to the exceptional stakeholder consultation, and the execution of lift plans, this project showcases excellence at every step. What sets this project apart is the seamless coordination of sequential deliveries, coupled with the presence of attentive spotters ready to receive and install each component. This level of precision and coordination contributed significantly to the incident-free nature of the project. Furthermore, the project team’s dedication to thorough research and meticulous attention to project details allowed for the identification and mitigation of risks, ultimately reducing them to their lowest possible levels. These efforts have undeniably transformed this project into a resounding success, making it a clear winner in its category. Images: John Kars

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SITE SAFETY — COMMERCIAL PROJECTS $50 MILLION - $100 MILLION

FDC CONSTRUCTION & FITOUT White Bay Power Station The White Bay Power Station — a historic Sydney landmark, served as a power source for the tram and rail systems, and later, the electricity grid from 1912 to 1984. Today, it stands as a testament to a bygone era’s design and manufacturing processes, uniquely located near the Sydney CBD. This project is divided into two packages: Package 1B focused on critical conservation, including hazardous material removal, structural repairs, and addressing safety issues, while Package 2 will involve general remedial, and restoration works across the site. The project involved the stabilisation of two 75m high chimneys, requiring the design and development of custom access and chimney cradles with a chimney safe access system. This system included an engineered rope access system with heavy-duty magnets, ensuring worker safety and stability against wind forces. Additionally, the project demonstrated an exceptional attention to emergency response and rescue plans.

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SITE SAFETY — COMMERCIAL PROJECTS $100 MILLION & OVER

LENDLEASE CONSTRUCTION One Sydney Harbour Lendlease demonstrated a commitment to implementing and achieving high standards of health and safety management at One Sydney Harbour, a skyscraper complex in Sydney. Standing at 247m (72 floors), senior management had to select the best control for this high risk construction work. Lendlease reviewed different facade installation systems available on other existing buildings and evaluated each option against the key metrics of safety, cost and program. Ultimately, the system that was selected for the project was to install the facade from behind independent facade screens for both the core elevation as well as the typical slab elevations. A main driver for selecting the independent facade screen systems over traditional methods was the elimination of return panels. The independent facade screen system eliminates return panels entirely on the elevations that the screens encapsulate.

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SAFETY INNOVATION

BUILDCORP GROUP Proactive Improvement of High Rise Facade Replacement Safety Using Mast Climbers and Swing Stages Measuring safety performance is of paramount importance. However, relying solely on a basic reporting system to record past incidents does not truly enhance safety. The most effective approach is to cultivate a safety-conscious culture and raise awareness among those involved in the work. This principle is exemplified by Buildcorp’s recent safety campaign initiative for working at heights, “1,2,3 It’s on Me.” This is further supported by the Buildcorp guides to working with swing stages and mast climbers. The documents were established in the absence of clear guidelines in Australian Standards and regulations around operating two of the most complex powered access systems required to undertake façade work. The guides define Buildcorp’s minimum standards, processes, controls, and requirements for designing, installing, and operating both mast climbers and swing stages in order to ensure works are undertaken as safely as possible.

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SAFETY INNOVATION

SCAFFSAFE INTERNATIONAL scaffSAFE Anti-Tamper Products ScaffSAFE is a patented, proprietary, antitampering, innovative and Australian designed tie system that removes the likelihood of dismantling scaffolding and couplers from fixed structures. It is an engineered control system that helps to prevent unauthorised workers from removing and loosening scaffold ties. This will substantially decrease the risk of scaffold incidents, therefore eliminating many causes of disruption on site including serious injuries or fatalities. The ScaffSAFE tie system consists of couplers installed with a custom designed spanner on a typical scaffold. The spanner (tool) is used to unwind the nut from the coupler. This customised spanner is personalised to contain the name of the business and a unique identification number engraved via laser engraving. This is for traceability of the tools being used by customers, via the white label cloud tracking application. This tool comes packaged in a special toolbox, which includes the spanner, a socket to use on impact wrench, an identification plaque, and a leather frog for the tool belt.

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BEST USE OF BRICKS

LIPMAN HealthOne Green Square The brick façade was driven by the client and is an important element in creating a strong and memorable first impression, establishing the building as a landmark on Bourke Street. The façade is a brick veneer. The sawtooth (or birds mouth brickwork) was challenging as there was a concern for structural integrity, waterproofing, cleaning and maintenance. The bricks were installed with a 5-degree pitch to ensure no water built up in the brickwork and caused discolouration and efflorescence. As well as structural brickwork, the design itself was very aesthetic. It comprised brown bricks, brown sawtooth, stacked white bricks, half bricks, bullnose bricks and glazed two-colour scheme bricks. This small building is quite epic in ambition for the brickwork, which pays homage to the local Victorian brickwork nearby. The brickwork is ambitious, well laid, and cleanly detailed and warrants this award.

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BEST USE OF CONCRETE

RICHARD CROOKES CONSTRUCTIONS Cranbrook School, Stage 2 Redevelopment The main aquatic and fitness centre roof structure over the pool areas consists of 14 in situ 2.0m deep multi-strand post tension beams spanning approximately 60m, which includes a cantilevered roof section and a clear span of 35m over the pool hall. A total of 14,000 cubic metres was poured, and 2100 tonnes of steel was used on the project. A rust-free concrete surface was achieved due to RCC rigorous site QA that ensured no steel bar chairs or swarf to formwork in the corrosive pool environment. The overall impression is one of perfection and quality and is an example of the professional trades RCC employed on this project. Images: Arthur Vay — Sydney Site Photography

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BEST USE OF GLASS

FDC CONSTRUCTION & FITOUT Blue & William World class views of Sydney Harbour are fully used and highlighted due to the width of the unitised facade panels, with glass fabricated to 3.6m x 3.6m for each insulated panel. The size of these panels created a number of challenges during detailed design, fabrication, shipping, transport to site and installation. The selection of the glass was carefully sampled, to ensure the clarity was extremely high. However, due to the increased spacing of the mullions and sunshades, the glass needed superior thermal performance also. Argon-filled insulated glass units with a neutral coloured coating were required to maximise the thermal performance while still maintaining the architectural intent, and not clash with the colour of the terracotta sunshades. The mullions include insulation inside the extrusions supporting the glass, which allows the facade to provide thermal comfort to users inside while not affecting the clarity of the view. The project was delivered to a high standard on a difficult site. A clever and innovative use of glass.

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WINNER

BEST USE OF STEEL

SAMARAS STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS IN CONJUNCTION WITH RICHARD CROOKES CONSTRUCTIONS Art Gallery of NSW, Sydney Modern Project Richard Crookes commenced a project with very difficult site restraints such as access, existing slab loading restriction and difficult design intent. This included restriction on the steel, in both design and fabrication/erection. The architect required slender columns and beams to be exposed, which required welded connections. A great deal of these were done on site. Intumescent paint was required on the exposed members, the solution and product selected by Samaras to achieve the finish had not been used previously in Australia. The internal steel stair was fabricated off site and finished on site in sections because of its size. It is spectacular and the overall result of steel on this project is exceptional. Images: Arthur Vay — Sydney Site Photography

WINNER

BEST USE OF STRUCTURAL TIMBER

RICHARD CROOKES CONSTRUCTIONS Cranbrook School, Stage 2 Redevelopment The new Cranbrook School Vicars Centenary Building includes a place of worship/chapel built using Glulam and CLT Timber with a 300-person capacity. The Norwegian pine Glulam structure was designed in Australia and fabricated in Austria. Due to the intricate design, extreme care had to be taken to ensure the timber arrived from Austria in immaculate condition. The 24.6m x 16.6m Glulam structure was assembled off the roof and craned into position on the steel supports. The Glulam components weighed 12.35 tonnes, which consisted of a total of 105 Glulam members that were used to assemble four roof types and three cassettes. The architectural finish with exposed timbers creates an aesthetically beautiful feature that is the jewel in the school’s crown. Images: Arthur Vay — Sydney Site Photography

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WINNER

BEST USE OF TIMBER

VOS CONSTRUCTION & JOINERY Sydney Opera House Western Renewal — Brushbox Diffusion Contract The Sydney Opera House was opened in late 1973. The Opera House Trust felt that it was time to revitalise the Concert Hall and Taylor Constructions was awarded the overall building works package. The initial and eye-catching element of this build is the internal finishes, which feature Australian brushbox timber. Vos Construction & Joinery was novated to supply and install the brushbox wall linings, which have been sculpted to provide a “waveform” pattern. The finished interiors are stunning and further enhance an iconic performance space. World class work by Vos. Images: BROKENIMAGE Creative

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APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR - STAGE 1 CARPENTRY

PIPER LAWS Yarrawonga Manufactured Housing Piper stood out firmly among the 1st year nominees. She has shown drive, passion, and enthusiasm for her role. She supports all other team members, boosts morale, and strives for perfection in the male-dominated team. She demonstrates very high-quality administrative skills and goes above and beyond to make herself available to travel long distances to have the opportunity to work on-site and learn from senior trades. Piper’s enthusiasm for knowledge and perfection in all aspects of her career has her undertaking more advanced jobs than other apprentices at the same level. What is most impressive is that Piper had been nominated for the Sarah Lloyd Scholarship in 2022 and the Bunnings Women in Trades Award in 2023. Piper is a big believer in “Measure twice, cut once” and is precise and meticulous in her work, as there is little room for error in the carpentry fields.

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APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR - STAGE 2 CARPENTRY

BAYLEY BARAGRY Eden Brae Homes Bayley was justifiably nominated as winner for the Stage 2 category. He has gained many skills during his apprenticeship, is passionate about learning and is determined to excel at building homes. Bayley always presents himself well, taking pride in representing Eden Brae Homes. Bayley’s communication with his peers and workmates is exemplary. He also gets along with others, which is essential on the work site. Impressively, he is confident to speak up and be understood and always asks questions to further improve his skills.

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APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR - STAGE 3 CARPENTRY

LEWIS AUGUSTINE KRANITAIS Building Momentum The judges were impressed with Lewis immediately. He has fought a hard battle that would have made anyone lay down or give in, but not Lewis. He has had major brain surgery twice to remove a large tumor from deep inside his brain, followed by hefty doses of chemotherapy. Despite his illness, Lewis would come to work during his chemotherapy treatment. He arrived on site ready to work after being cleared by his doctors - staples in his head and all while feeling sick 24/7 — smiling and outperforming his role as a Stage 3 apprentice. Lewis’s strength is that he wants to learn. He wants to know the ins and outs of everything, how it works and why it works, the way things are put together and always working a step ahead. It is not a job to him. It is a future career that he can develop and build up a business he will be proud of.

WINNER

APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR - STAGE 4 CARPENTRY

AARON LAKSA North Construction & Building Aaron has shown dedication and determination to his studies, even signing off early from his apprenticeship last year and stepping into a leading hand role, learning, and supervising his small project with the guidance of the site manager acting as a mentor. In addition, Aaron has also supervised small areas of work in his previous projects, most notably St Mary’s Catholic School at Gateshead. He has assisted the site supervisor, overseeing the work of trades, communicating and planning, and sequencing works right through to defect close-out work. Aaron is adept at coordinating site activities while efficiently assessing and ordering materials. His collaboration with trades on site allows him to understand the best materials required on-site and any coordination necessary to ensure the project runs efficiently. Aaron has a detailed plan for the future, and the judges believe he will achieve his goals with his positive attitude and technical knowledge.

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