$165M EAST PERTH PRIMARY SCHOOL MOVES INTO MAJOR CONSTRUCTION PHASE

September 14, 2026

Another major Perth construction project is progressing, with CPB Contractors awarded the main design and construction tender for the $165 million East Perth Primary School. The appointment marks a significant milestone for the project, following CPB Contractors’ earlier involvement in early works, earthworks and design development. Set to become a landmark piece of education infrastructure for Perth’s growing inner-city population, the new school will feature a unique four-storey vertical design and initially accommodate around 600 students from Kindergarten to Year 6. The project will include general learning areas, kindergarten and pre-primary classrooms, specialist science facilities, an art room, library, canteen …

Lloyd Street Extension: $180 Million Project Moving Forward in Perth’s East

September 14, 2026

Another major Western Australian infrastructure project is progressing, with the Greater Connect Alliance, comprising Laing O’Rourke, AECOM, Arcadis and Main Roads Western Australia, appointed to deliver the $180 million Lloyd Street Extension Project. The project will complete the final section of Lloyd Street and create an important new connection between Midland, the Hazelmere Industrial Area and the Great Eastern Highway Bypass, helping improve connectivity, road safety and traffic flow across Perth’s eastern transport network. A major component of the project will be the construction of a new approximately 180-metre multi-span bridge over the Helena River. Lloyd Street will extend south …

WA Civil Infrastructure: $173 Billion of Opportunity Ahead

September 8, 2026

Western Australia’s civil infrastructure sector is entering a decade of significant investment, with approximately $173 billion in civil construction activity forecast between FY2027 and FY2036. When mining and heavy industry are included, total engineering construction is expected to reach an impressive $419 billion. The near-term outlook is particularly encouraging, with civil construction forecast to grow 6% in FY2027 to $16.9 billion, before reaching a relative peak in FY2028. Longer-term growth will be supported by renewable energy, defence and maritime investment, transport infrastructure and WA’s continued population growth. Electricity leads the pipeline, with around $40 billion forecast as WA invests heavily …

$67 MILLION WESTPORT PLANNING INVESTMENT PAVES WAY FOR MAJOR WA FREIGHT UPGRADES

August 21, 2026

Planning is progressing on key freight rail upgrades that will support the future Westport container terminal in Kwinana, creating another significant pipeline of future infrastructure work for Western Australia. Engineering firms Arup Australia Projects and WSP Australia have been appointed to undertake planning and project development alongside Main Roads WA and the Public Transport Authority. The proposed works include a new freight rail connection to Westport, duplication of approximately eight kilometres of track between Kwinana and Cockburn, level crossing removals and a new North Lake Road grade separation. The Australian and WA Governments have jointly committed $67 million towards planning …

PREFERRED BUILDER APPOINTED FOR $700 MILLION KWINANA FREEWAY UPGRADE

August 4, 2026

Western Australia’s transport infrastructure pipeline continues to gather momentum, with the CPB Contractors, McConnell Dowell, Arup Australia Projects and Jacobs Group consortium appointed as the preferred proponent to deliver the $700 million Kwinana Freeway Upgrade between Roe Highway and Safety Bay Road. The project will deliver additional lanes, upgraded interchanges and smarter traffic management systems, improving safety, reducing congestion and increasing capacity along one of Perth’s busiest transport corridors. Beyond improving the road network, the project is expected to create up to 4,180 jobs throughout design and construction, generating strong demand for civil construction professionals, engineers, project managers, HSE specialists, …

GREEN LIGHT FOR $240 MILLION PERTH CBD TRANSFORMATION

July 23, 2026

A major step forward has been taken in the revitalisation of Perth’s CBD, with the $240 million transformation of the St Martin’s Precinct receiving unanimous approval from the Metro Inner Development Assessment Panel. The redevelopment will breathe new life into the city by delivering premium office space, retail and hospitality offerings, public open spaces and improved pedestrian connections, creating a vibrant mixed-use destination in the heart of Perth. Beyond transforming the CBD, the project is expected to generate significant employment opportunities throughout the construction phase, supporting demand for project managers, engineers, architects, commercial professionals, construction managers, site teams, contractors and …

$543 MILLION GOLDFIELDS PIPELINE UPGRADE TO CREATE JOBS AND BOOST WA ECONOMY

July 13, 2026

Western Australia’s regional infrastructure pipeline has received another major boost, with $170 million in construction contracts awarded as part of the $543 million upgrade of the historic Goldfields and Agricultural Water Supply Scheme (GAWSS). The contracts will see 44.5kms of ageing pipeline replaced, increasing the scheme’s capacity by 7.2 million litres of water per day while improving reliability for communities, agriculture and the mining sector. Beyond strengthening essential infrastructure, the project will support more than 230 jobs and inject $170 million into the Western Australian economy, including $12.4 million flowing directly into local communities. WA-based contractors will deliver the works …

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. …