The Civil Debrief is a new weekly snapshot of what’s happening across Australian civil construction.

Each edition will share a mix of project updates, hiring moves, policy changes, industry headlines, and insights from the DelaySolve team.

The format will evolve but the goal stays the same:

To keep site teams, subcontractors, and engineers informed about what actually matters on the ground.

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TBMs Ruby and Jessie have broken through into Pyrmont Station cavern as part of the Eastern Tunnelling Package a John Holland, CPB, and Ghella JV. Once complete, the metro will double rail capacity between Parramatta and the CBD. Learn more here.

CPB Contractors completed Australia’s first slip-form aircraft pavement pour on the WSI Airside project using in-house batch plants and a modified concrete mix. Project Manager Hassan Ghonaim says the method is now being applied on the WSI Cargo Precinct and could reshape future aviation work. Learn more here.

Two projects Sydney Gateway and the Pakenham Level Crossing Removal are finalists for the Australian Construction Achievement Awards. Both projects demonstrate high complexity and public impact. A legacy continuation, with past wins in 2022 (Sydney Metro), 2014, 2009, and 2006. Learn more here.

Main Roads WA has appointed Georgiou to deliver the Reid Highway Interchanges project, including upgrades to major intersections at Altone Road and Drumpellier Drive. The work is jointly funded by state and federal governments and targets improved freight and cyclist access in Perth’s northeast. Learn more here.

Eire delivered a 9-week job for MidCoast Council covering 1km of road upgrades, new stormwater infrastructure, and pavement remediation. Completed on time, on budget, and with zero safety issues a strong case study for well-executed local infrastructure delivery. Learn more here.

Sydney-based subcontractor Brefni is hiring a Surveyor – Civil & Structural Projects. The role involves close collaboration with site teams, producing WAE and conformance surveys, and supporting GPS and machine control systems.

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Georgiou is filling roles across Western Australia, the Northern Territory, and Queensland this month. Open positions include:

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The Queensland Productivity Commission has called for the permanent removal of BPICs, blaming them for a 9% drop in construction productivity since 2018. With Brisbane 2032 fast approaching, the report warns Olympic infrastructure and housing delivery targets are now in jeopardy unless red tape is scrapped.
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Polypave International claims its ultra-waterproof road tech (750x more resistant than standard pavement) has been stonewalled by QLD’s Department of Transport. The company may move its $20M facility offshore, blaming a lack of willingness to trial or adopt innovative materials.
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Victoria and NSW’s VNI-West interconnector is facing a cost explosion, jumping from $3.6B to $11.4B. The scale of the blowout is triggering concerns over future scope cuts, delayed approvals, and subcontractor payment timelines on major renewables infrastructure.
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