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Construction Begins on $107 Million METRONET Electric Ferry Expansion
June 24, 2026
Construction has officially commenced on Perth’s new electric ferry fleet as part of the $107 million METRONET on Swan Ferry Service Expansion, marking another major milestone in Western Australia’s transport infrastructure pipeline. The project will deliver five locally built electric ferries, new ferry terminals at Applecross and Matilda Bay, and supporting infrastructure designed to improve connectivity across Perth’s growing transport network. The investment is expected to generate employment opportunities across marine construction, manufacturing, engineering, project delivery and transport infrastructure sectors. With the ferries being built locally in Henderson and major terminal works progressing, the project will provide ongoing benefits for …
Multiplex Changes Hands in Near $1 Billion Deal as Global Investors Back Australian Construction.
June 23, 2026
Australian builder Multiplex is set to enter a new chapter following its acquisition by Japanese construction giant Obayashi Corporation in a deal reportedly worth close to $1 billion. The acquisition reflects continued international confidence in Australia’s construction sector, which remains supported by strong infrastructure investment, population growth and increasing demand for housing and major developments. For the employment market, the deal reinforces the positive long-term outlook for construction professionals. Ongoing investment across the sector is expected to sustain demand for project managers, engineers, commercial specialists, site leadership teams and skilled trades. The transaction also highlights Australia’s attractiveness as a destination …
$2.8 Billion Alkimos Project Delivers Major Progress Milestone
June 18, 2026
Western Australia’s largest water pipeline project has reached a significant construction milestone, with more than half of the 33.5-kilometre Alkimos-to-Wanneroo trunk main now installed as part of the State’s $2.8 billion Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant development. The project will play a critical role in securing WA’s long-term water supply, connecting the future Alkimos Seawater Desalination Plant to Water Corporation’s existing network and delivering up to 50 billion litres of climate-independent drinking water each year. More than 1,600 locally manufactured steel pipe sections have already been laid, highlighting the project’s strong commitment to supporting Western Australian industry and local supply chains. …
WA LEADS NATION IN EMPLOYMENT GROWTH AS JOBS BOOM ACCELERATES
May 22, 2026
Western Australia has recorded the strongest employment growth in the nation, with more than 73,000 jobs created over the past year as the State’s construction, infrastructure and resources sectors continue to surge. The latest figures revealed more than 13,000 Western Australians landed a job in April alone – a rise of 0.8 per cent – marking the strongest monthly employment growth of any state in the country. According to the Cook Government, WA’s annual employment growth now sits at 4.7 per cent, the highest nationally, while the State also continues to maintain one of Australia’s lowest unemployment rates. The strong …
MAJOR WA ROAD UPGRADE TO SUPPORT 600 CONSTRUCTION JOBS
May 21, 2026
The transformation of Tonkin Highway has reached another major milestone, with NRW awarded the contract to deliver significant upgrades between Roe Highway and south of Welshpool Road. The project forms part of the broader Tonkin Highway Corridor program jointly funded by the Australian and Western Australian Governments. The upgrade works will include widening Tonkin Highway to six lanes, construction of new grade-separated interchanges at Welshpool Road East and Hale Road, and delivery of new shared cycling and pedestrian infrastructure. Construction will be delivered in stages, with the Welshpool Road East interchange prioritised first to maintain local connectivity. Western Power relocation …
$202.4 MILLION PERTH PARK PROJECT TO DRIVE WA JOBS & ECONOMIC GROWTH
May 15, 2026
Perth’s next major entertainment and sporting precinct is moving ahead, with the Cook Government awarding the $202.4 million Perth Park construction contract to the Seymour Whyte, Civmec and Aurecon Alliance. Located on the Burswood Peninsula, the landmark project will help connect Optus Stadium, Crown Perth and the State Tennis Centre through major public infrastructure, landscaped parklands and new event facilities. A centrepiece of the development will be Perth’s first dedicated outdoor amphitheatre, alongside multi-use public spaces designed to strengthen Perth’s ability to attract major national and international events. The project is expected to generate more than $61 million in annual …
ADDITIONAL PERTH LAND RELEASES TO SPARK FURTHER HOUSING & CONSTRUCTION OPPORTUNITIES
May 15, 2026
Western Australia’s residential development pipeline is continuing to build momentum, with the Cook Government unlocking four key landholdings across Huntingdale, Henley Brook, Orelia and Alexander Heights for new housing developments. The sites are expected to deliver more than 200 residential lots, creating fresh opportunities across residential construction, civil works, infrastructure servicing and trades throughout Perth’s growing suburbs. The developments include: 115 residential lots in Orelia; 59 lots and new public open space in Huntingdale; 19 residential lots in Henley Brook; and 11 residential lots in Alexander Heights. The land releases are expected to drive further demand for builders, civil contractors, …
$75M South Hedland Boost Set to Drive Major Pilbara Residential Construction Pipeline
May 6, 2026
The WA Cook Labor Government has announced a $75.2 million investment into a major new residential development in South Hedland, creating a significant pipeline of civil and construction work across the Pilbara. The project will unlock new residential land through major enabling infrastructure and subdivision works, supporting ongoing regional growth and workforce demand linked to the resources sector. Construction opportunities are expected across: Bulk earthworks and land development Roads, drainage and utility infrastructure Power, water and sewer installation Residential subdivision delivery Housing construction and associated trades The development is also expected to drive demand for civil contractors, project engineers, supervisors, …
WA’S $1.4 BILLION CLEAN ENERGY FUND TO POWER MAJOR INFRASTRUCTURE AND JOBS
May 1, 2026
Western Australia’s clean energy transition is set for a major boost, with the State Government committing $1.4 billion to support transmission and network infrastructure ahead of coal-fired power station closures by 2030. The funding will help deliver key projects including Clean Energy Link – East and Clean Energy Link – North, expanding WA’s power network to unlock more renewable energy across the Southwest and Mid-West. Together, the projects are expected to deliver 3GW of renewable energy to commercial, industrial and residential customers, while creating around 800 local construction jobs. The investment follows a previous $1.6 billion network commitment and will …
$1.1 Billion Investment to Strengthen WA Supply Chains and Productivity
April 30, 2026
Western Australia is set to benefit from a $1.1 billion Federal investment aimed at strengthening supply chains, boosting productivity, and supporting long-term economic growth. The funding will target key freight and transport infrastructure, improving connections between ports, roads, and regional networks that underpin WA’s mining, construction, and export sectors. This investment will drive significant construction and infrastructure activity, supporting jobs across civil, engineering, and logistics sectors throughout both metropolitan and regional WA. The pipeline of works is expected to create employment opportunities from planning through to delivery, while strengthening local industry capability. A key focus is improving supply chain resilience …