This is the 5th edition, and the pace of civil activity hasn’t slowed. From mega-projects in WA and QLD to community builds and industry recognition, contractors across Australia are pushing milestones forward. We also track major hiring moves and headline risks shaping the sector.

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⚗️ Clough hits halfway on Project Ceres in Karratha
🏅 McConnell Dowell recognised at the Australian Construction Achievement Awards
🎗️ Symal Group marks 10 years supporting Fight Cancer Foundation
🏟️ MG Civil awarded Water Lane Reserve community project
🏥 John Holland installs cranes at New Toowoomba Hospital
📢 Hiring: O’Brien Civil (Perth), MGC Civil (Surveyors), Allstar Infrastructure (Estimator, Brisbane)
📰 Headlines: Brisbane CBD tunnel cost blowout, Fishermans Bend campus delay, Inland Rail route under review

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The Saipem Clough Joint Venture has officially passed the halfway milestone on Perdaman’s Project Ceres, a major urea plant development in Western Australia. Once complete, the plant will produce 2 million tonnes of urea fertiliser annually, strengthening local supply and export opportunities. The project is expected to generate around 2,000 jobs during construction, while also supporting the local community through training, skills development, and business opportunities. The latest update shows continued momentum on site as teams prepare for upcoming module deliveries.

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McConnell Dowell was named a finalist at the 2024 Australian Construction Achievement Awards (ACAA), which celebrate excellence in project delivery and industry leadership. The awards highlight major infrastructure projects that drive innovation and collaboration across Australia.

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Symal Group and its businesses, Unyte, Wamarra, Sycle, Searo, and Ascot Bin Hire are joining forces to raise $200,000 for the Fight Cancer Foundation through Footy Colours Day. Over the past decade, the group has raised more than $685,000 to support kids and families affected by cancer.

You can donate here today

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MG Civil Australia has been awarded the Water Lane Reserve Project, a community-focused development designed to deliver two oval-shaped sports fields for athletics and AFL. The project will also include an amenities building, accessible toilets and changerooms, a canteen, playground, basketball key, 200-space car park, sports lighting, irrigation and drainage systems, and extensive landscaping. The facility aims to provide long-term benefits for local sport and recreation.

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The John Holland team has marked a key milestone on the New Toowoomba Hospital project with the installation of four tower cranes on site. The development, delivered in partnership with the Queensland Government and Darling Downs Health, is set to transform healthcare access in the region. The state-of-the-art facility is being designed with patients, staff, and the community at its core, aiming to improve health outcomes for generations to come.

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O’Brien Civil is hiring for multiple roles across the Perth metro area:

Both roles offer long-term opportunities in a supportive environment with competitive salary packages. O’Brien Civil is an established civil construction company delivering infrastructure works across WA and is expanding its team to meet project demand.

👉 Apply by sending your resume to [email protected]

MGC Civil is hiring Surveyors to join its team across upcoming infrastructure projects. Candidates will work on diverse and challenging projects, with opportunities for professional growth and development in a workplace that values innovation and new ideas.

👉 Apply by sending your CV to [email protected]

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Allstar Infrastructure is hiring a Civil Estimator to join its team in Brisbane, QLD. The role will oversee the full estimating process across projects in South East and Far North Queensland, including preparing cost estimates, budgets, bid preparation, risk analysis, and stakeholder management.

Candidates should have 5+ years of experience as a civil estimator in construction or infrastructure projects, strong analytical skills, and experience with estimating software and local market pricing.

The position offers competitive remuneration, professional development opportunities, and long-term career growth within a business delivering major civil and infrastructure projects across Queensland.

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The Adelaide Street tunnel, part of the $3.6 billion Brisbane Metro project, has blown past its original $558 million estimate. Opening is set for 29 September 2025, with a public preview on 24 September. The tunnel is designed to remove 1,400 buses per weekday from CBD streets and includes new bus stops and electric vehicle charging.

Why it matters: Rising costs highlight risk factors in major transport builds. Contractors must factor in escalation in materials, energy, and labour, with flow-on effects to procurement and schedules.

👉 Full story on Courier Mail: Read here

The University of Melbourne has paused its Fishermans Bend campus development after posting a $99 million deficit. The first stage was due to open next year, and the delay affects partnerships with industry players such as BAE Systems.

Why it matters: The pause shifts timelines for precinct infrastructure, utilities, and transport upgrades. Contractors should prepare for reprioritisation or renegotiation of scope.

👉 Full story on Herald Sun: Read here

The Inland Rail project faces backlash in Wagga Wagga, where the current route would close Edmondson Street bridge—the main access to a new $282 million hospital. Ambulance access would be rerouted, sparking safety concerns. The federal government has allocated $30 million to explore alternative routes.

Why it matters: Potential redesigns could increase costs and delay delivery. Contractors may face community consultation requirements, traffic management challenges, and added scope.

👉 Full story on Daily Telegraph: Read here

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