Queensland work dominates construction award shortlist

Two major infrastructure projects in regional Queensland are among the four finalists in the running for the 2024 Australian Construction Achievement Award (ACAA). They are the Rookwood Weir Project on the Fitzroy River in Central Queensland (pictured above during construction last year) and the Cairns Southern Access Corridor Stage 3: Edmonton to Gordonvale Project (E2G). Australian Constructors Association chief executive officer Jon Davies said the ACAA recognised Australia’s best construction project and the companies behind it. “There is just one award up for grabs and a diverse range of projects are competing for it in 2024,” Mr Davies said. “This year’s finalists span from roads to rail, water infrastructure to airports. Each project has been delivered in ways that contribute to a more progressive and sustainable construction industry. “We’re seeing construction excellence at its best, but we’re also seeing a real commitment to improving skills and worker wellbeing, as well as approaches to environmentally responsible outcomes.” Related: It’s a wrap on nation’s largest weir project since WWII Engineers Australia chief executive officer Romilly Madew said the 2024 contenders were the forefront in leveraging teamwork and technology to ensure inclusivity and sustainability in urban and rural development. Finalists will be honoured, and the winner announced, at a black-tie award dinner in Sydney on August 8 in conjunction with the Foundations and Frontiers Forum (FF24). The ACAA Finalists for 2024 are: Cairns Southern Access Corridor Stage 3: Edmonton to Gordonvale Project (E2G) Cairns, Queensland, delivered by John Holland Group, Seymour Whyte and AECOM. Part of of Queensland's extensive Bruce Highway Upgrade and spanning 10.5km, this project aims to duplicate and expand the highway to four lanes, integrate a shared path/cycleway, and reposition a section of the North Coast rail line, enhancing safety, capacity, and flood resilience. Central Station Metro Sydney, New South Wales, by Laing O'Rourke. The $955 million Sydney Metro upgrades included a new Central Walk underground pedestrian concourse, upgrades to the Northern Concourse with a new landmark roof canopy, significant accessibility upgrades with the installation of 14 new lifts and 42 new escalators, and new underground Sydney Metro platforms. Rookwood Weir Project Gogango, Central Queensland, by Sunwater, GHD, ACCIONA & McCosker Contracting. Rookwood Weir, a mass concrete structure situated on the Fitzroy River, stands at 16.2m in height and stretches across 350m in length. The project encompasses several key components including a stilling basin designed to dissipate energy from water discharge and environmentally considerate elements to support local wildlife. The construction also includes permanent access roads within the site to ensure ongoing maintenance and operation ease. The project is complemented by associated infrastructure, which highlight the modern engineering and operational capabilities embedded within this significant hydraulic structure. Western Sydney International Airport Bulk Earthworks Badgerys Creek, New South Wales, by CPB Contractors and ACCIONA. This project spanned the excavation, movement, and placement of almost 27 million square metres of material over the course of five years, setting the stage for construction of the Western Sydney International Airport. Below: The Cairns Southern Access Corridor Stage 3: Edmonton to Gordonvale Project (E2G) is in the running for the 2024 Australian Construction Achievement Award.

Queensland work dominates construction award shortlist

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