Civil Infrastructure
$148.8M Mandurah Bridge Project Delivers Jobs and Long-Term Growth
March 31, 2026
The completion of the $148.8 million Mandurah Estuary Bridge Duplication marks a major win for Western Australia’s infrastructure pipeline, jointly funded by the Australian Government ($68M) and WA Government ($80.8M). During construction, the project supported around 500 local jobs, driving strong demand across engineering, construction, and supply chains, while also exceeding Aboriginal employment and business participation targets. Now complete, the duplication removes a key congestion bottleneck for 33,000+ daily vehicle movements, improving travel times, freight efficiency, and connectivity across the Peel region. These upgrades are already delivering economic benefits – supporting local businesses, tourism, and population growth, while positioning the …
Western Australia Tourism Soars to Record $19.2 Billion, Powering Economy and Jobs
March 23, 2026
Western Australia’s tourism sector has reached a major milestone, with visitor spending surging to a record $19.2 billion in 2025, highlighting the State’s growing appeal as a world-class destination and a key driver of economic growth. The result marks another step forward in WA’s tourism resurgence, building on previous records and reinforcing the State’s strong recovery and expansion post-pandemic. In just a few years, visitor spending has climbed significantly from $14 billion in 2022 to new record highs, demonstrating sustained momentum across both domestic and international markets. This surge isn’t just about more visitors; it’s about the scale of investment …
$3.8 Billion Burswood Point & Anantara Hotel Investment Boosts WA Economy
February 27, 2026
The $3.8 billion Burswood Point development – including the proposed five-star Anantara Hotel represents one of the largest private investments in Perth’s urban regeneration history. The multi-billion-dollar precinct is forecast to inject more than $10 billion into the Western Australian economy across construction and long-term operation. The scale of development will support thousands of jobs, driving activity across engineering, trades, consultants, suppliers, hospitality and tourism sectors. During construction, significant capital expenditure will flow through local contractors and supply chains. Once operational, the luxury Anantara Hotel will strengthen Perth’s ability to attract high-value domestic and international visitors, major conferences, and premium …
$230 million investment to deliver new public schools and major upgrades in Western Australia
February 6, 2026
The Cook Labor Government has committed $230 million to deliver new public schools and major upgrades across Western Australia’s fast-growing suburbs, reinforcing its focus on building modern education infrastructure where it’s needed most. Included in this investment is $140 million for four new primary schools scheduled to open in 2028, expanding local learning options for families in high-growth areas. A further $57.2 million has been allocated for major upgrades at Como Secondary College and Karrinyup Primary School, supporting expanded classrooms, specialist facilities and improved learning environments. The package also includes funding to progress planning for additional new schools in Byford …
$60 million infrastructure upgrade will deliver a non-stop freight link to the Port of Albany
February 3, 2026
A $60 million infrastructure upgrade in Albany will deliver a non-stop freight link to the Port of Albany, boosting efficiency and safety for heavy vehicles across the Great Southern region. The new flyover at Menang Drive and Chester Pass Road will complete the Albany Ring Road freight route and remove the need for trucks to stop mid-journey. Highway Construction has been awarded the contract to build the grade-separated interchange, with substantive works now underway. The project is expected to create local jobs during construction, support regional economic activity, and improve transport reliability for exporters and freight operators. Once finished, heavy …
WA’s iconic $430million Fremantle Traffic bridge project is heading into the final stages.
January 19, 2026
The transformative Swan River Crossings project is steadily progressing in Fremantle, delivering a new and iconic Fremantle Traffic Bridge that will significantly improve travel for vehicles, pedestrians, cyclists and river users. This major infrastructure upgrade involves replacing the ageing bridge with a modern structure featuring two traffic lanes in each direction, wider shared paths and improved navigational clearances for boats and kayaks. With a budget of $430 million, jointly funded by the Australian and Western Australian Governments, the project is one of the largest transport infrastructure investments in the port city. Construction began in 2024, and supports around 1,400 jobs, …
Milestones Achieved on Two Major WA Health Infrastructure Projects under the State Government’s $1.5 billion Building Hospitals Fund.
January 15, 2026
The Cook Labor Government has reached key milestones on two major health infrastructure projects that will expand hospital capacity and support jobs across Western Australia. Preferred alliance partners have been selected to progress the Royal Perth Hospital expansion and a new hospital at the Peel Health Campus in Mandurah, enabling both projects to move into detailed design and early works. At Royal Perth Hospital, Lendlease Construction Pty Ltd has been selected as the preferred alliance partner to deliver a new six-storey building. The development will include a modern emergency department, expanded clinical spaces and improved ambulance access to meet growing …
WA’s $225m Reid Highway Interchanges Project Moves into Full Construction
January 13, 2026
Major construction is underway on the $225 million Reid Highway Interchanges Project in Perth’s north-eastern suburbs, jointly funded by the Australian and Western Australian Governments. The project will replace the existing signalised intersections at Altone Road and Drumpellier Drive / Daviot Road with two new grade-separated interchanges, delivering significant improvements to traffic flow and safety. Once complete, the upgrade will remove two sets of traffic lights from Reid Highway, a critical east–west transport corridor, reducing congestion and improving reliability for commuters and freight operators. New bridges will carry Reid Highway over Altone Road and connect Drumpellier Drive with Daviot Road, …
The City of Swan has awarded a landmark $145 million construction contract to build in Perth’s North East.
November 20, 2025
The City of Swan has awarded a $145 million construction contract to ADCO Constructions Pty Ltd for the Swan Active Ellenbrook facility, marking the council’s largest ever project. Supported by $42 million in state and federal grants, this major investment will deliver a state-of-the-art regional aquatic and recreation centre located beside the new Ellenbrook transport station. The project is expected to generate strong economic growth across Perth’s north-eastern corridor. It will create significant construction employment, stimulate local businesses, and attract ongoing foot traffic that supports retail, hospitality and service operators in the town centre. Once complete, the facility will continue …
Civil Contractors Federation WA’s Defence Infrastructure Breakfast 2025
November 17, 2025
On Wednesday, 12th November, ECi Executive had the privilege of attending the Civil Contractors Federation WA’s Defence Infrastructure Breakfast at Fraser’s Kings Park, where nearly 300 industry leaders gathered to explore the future of defence-related development across Western Australia. The event opened with a keynote address from the Minister for Defence Industries, the Hon. Paul Papalia CSC MLA, who set the scene for discussions around the expanding pipeline of defence infrastructure projects in WA. His insights highlighted the strategic importance of the sector and the opportunities emerging for industry collaboration and innovation. This was followed by an engaging and high-calibre …
