Water Corporation (WA) are seeking bids from organisations with suitable experience, capability and capacity for the construction of gravity sewers, pumping station and pressure main for reticulation area Bunbury 46A. The works will include construction of: A Type 10 Wastewater Pump Station at Stanbury Crescent Approx 542m of DN100 PN12 Series 2 PVC-U pressure main Approx 4220m of DN150 sewer, […]
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By Cassandra Hogan, National Sector Leader Power & Utilities, KPMG and Mark Johnston, Associate Director Power & Utilities, KPMG Reflecting on the energy network utility, and particularly the opposing challenges of maintaining an infrastructure rich environment while adapting to a changing technology landscape, it can be useful to draw from the experience of other sectors. For utilities, there are useful […]
A plumbing and civil construction company has been awarded a $2.6 million contract to upgrade 42 sewage pump stations across the Mackay Region on the eastern coast of Queensland. Roebuck Civil has been awarded the contract for the upgrades, which will improve the resilience and reliability of the pump stations and provide greater accessibility during emergency events. Queensland Infrastructure and Services Committee […]
A Singapore-based urban development consulting company has acquired Australian infrastructure consulting firm, SMEC, for $400 million, in a bid to create a global infrastructure powerhouse. Surbana Jurong, one of Asia’s leading consultancies in urban developments has acquired 100 per cent of Australian-based SMEC Holdings. The combined consultancy group will have a global workforce of almost 10,000 employees in over 95 […]
A new report by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) provides an update on NBN wholesale access markets as of 30 June 2016. The NBN Wholesale Market Indicators Report details the number of the wholesale access services acquired over the NBN and provides a detailed view of the size and structure of emerging wholesale access markets as the NBN roll out continues. […]
Comdain Infrastructure recently opened its brand new, purpose-built corporate head office and operational centre in Epping, Victoria with Victorian Water Minister, Lisa Neville in attendance. The new $9 million facility showcases Comdain’s commitment to provide clients and partners with service delivery excellence, industry-leading IT and technology systems, and the latest innovations in energy and costs savings. As well as providing […]
Sydney Water has launched a new online daily water quality report that allows Sydney residents to track the performance of the drinking water safety measures in their regions. The Drinking Water Quality Report is available to residents of Sydney, the Blue Mountains and the Illawarra and it provides insight into what happens behind the scenes to make drinking water safe. […]
Western Power has appointed its new CEO after a lengthy recruitment process. Western Power Board Chair Mr Colin Beckett announced Guy Chalkley as the company’s new CEO and said he stood out during the selection process as the most qualified candidate to lead the company into the future. “Mr Chalkley’s leadership along with his international and local experience, detailed knowledge of the […]
A pipeline innovator, an national electrical servicing provider and a training company have all made the finals of the Telstra Australian Business Awards. ITS Pipetech, Gordon McKay and Scope Training were all selected as national finalists for the 2016 awards. ITS PipeTech, founded in 2005 by its Executive Director Trevor Groeneveld, was selected because of its innovation in pipeline rehabilitation. Mr Groeneveld […]
Victorian gas distributors Multinet Gas, Australian Gas Networks and AusNet Services are investigating incentive arrangements to improve gas network investment, according to the Energy Networks Association (ENA). ENA Chief Executive Officer John Bradley said energy networks supported incentive-based mechanisms to promote efficient network expenditure and lower customer costs. “Victorian gas distributors are consulting on potential changes to incentive mechanisms they […]
The Western Australian Government has announced major reforms to the wholesale electricity market in the south-west of the state which aim to address market inefficiencies and ensure ongoing energy security. The Western Australian Government expects the reforms to deliver savings of up to $370 million. Western Australian Energy Minister Mike Nahan said the reforms would provide greater accountability and more […]
The Coopers Gap wind farm project in Queensland has moved forward with the release of details for the scope of research into its environmental impact. QLD State Development Minister Dr Anthony Lynham said the proponent, AGL Energy, would now examine the potential environmental, economic and social impacts associated with the $500 million wind farm, near Kingaroy. Dr Lynham said, “This […]
TasWater has taken over the water and sewerage services in Bronte Park, Tasmania, after an agreement with the previous owner, Bronte Holdings. The transfer marks the culmination of an ongoing development approval process involving the Central Highlands Council. A Temporary Boil Water Alert has also been put in place, with residents required to boil any water they consume. The requirement […]
The Victorian Government has released a community consultation report for the Connections irrigation modernisation project which shows strong support for a channel-by-channel assessment and a fit-for-purpose approach to irrigation upgrades. The $2 billion Connections project aims to maximise water savings and secure the future of irrigated agriculture in the Goulburn Murray Irrigation District in northern Victoria for generations to come. […]
The Queensland Government has announced chair positions for the local management of eight rural irrigation schemes with the aim to use local knowledge to reduce costs and increase efficiency. Queensland Minister for Energy, Biofuels and Water Supply Mark Bailey said reliable and well managed water supply was vital to rural communities and industries given that much of rural Queensland was […]
The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) has released 15 recommended reforms to address problems with gas trading efficiency and pipeline transportation access along Australia’s east coast. AEMC Chairman John Pierce said if implemented in full, the recommended reforms have the potential to increase Australia’s GDP by $8.7 billion in net present value terms by 2040 through improved viability of gas-using […]
AGL Energy has selected an equity partner for its $2-3 billion Powering Australian Renewables Fund (PARF) in a landmark partnership that is a first in the Australian renewable energy space. Queensland Investment Corporation (QIC), on behalf of its clients the Future Fund and those invested in the QIC Global Infrastructure Fund is partnering with AGL for the fund which aims to […]
The South Australian Government will source around 25 per cent of its power from dispatchable renewable energy providers following a tender process to be carried out in late 2016. It is expected the substantial purchase of electricity from dispatchable renewable energy suppliers will provide incentives for the sector and drive innovation and technological breakthroughs in battery storage and other technology. […]
The Victorian Government has announced a new stormwater harvesting project in Melbourne’s western suburbs that aims to capture and filter up to 150 million litres of stormwater, which will protect local waterways and benefit irrigators. Victorian Minister for Water Lisa Neville said the Toolern Stormwater Harvesting Pilot Project will create long term benefits for Melbourne’s western suburbs, which are expected to […]
Western Water has used trenchless technology to replace an ageing water main in Bacchus Marsh in central Victoria, supporting the region’s agribusinesses and strengthening the town’s economy. The water main is located under Bacchus Marsh’s Avenue of Honour, an important Victorian World War I memorial. Western Water worked closely with the Bacchus Marsh RSL, Moorabool City Council’s arborist, Heritage Victoria […]
A new tool launched by the Institute of Sustainable Futures is encouraging alternatives to traditional grid management and has received support from the Energy Networks Association (ENA). ENA Chief Executive Officer John Bradley said new Network Opportunity Maps launched by the the Institute of Sustainable Futures will provide a ground-breaking way of highlighting opportunities for new energy solutions in a […]
Ratch Australia Corporation, the developer of the Mount Emerald Wind Farm near Mareeba in far North Queensland, has chosen its contractor for the project. Subject to necessary approvals, construction of the $360 million wind farm will be undertaken by Vestas and Downer Group. Vestas is a global leader in wind energy technology and service solutions, and Downer is a leading Australian engineering and […]
Redland City Council (QLD) is seeking tenders for a register of prequalified suppliers for sewer rehabilitation and associated works. Works are required to be carried out on the Mainland, North Stradbroke Island and Coochiemudlo Island. Works include: Sewer pipeline relining and rehabilitation 150mm to 300mm gravity sewers Sewer pipeline relining and rehabilitation 375mm to 600mm gravity sewers Spot repairs and […]
Naracoorte Lucindale Council (SA) is seeking tenders for the upgrade of stormwater drainage in Gordon Street and Alexander Avenue, Naracoorte. Naracoorte’s drainage system is ageing and with significant development since the system was installed, is now inadequate to cater for even moderate rainfall events, resulting in residents, businesses and Council infrastructure being impacted. Council has completed studies of the town […]
Gympie Regional Council (QLD) is seeking tenders for upgrades to water treatment plants in the Mary Valley area. Works include the design, supply and installation of: Contact pressure filters Disinfection systems and associated pipework Valves Instruments and controls. Submissions to tender close 25 August 2016.
A renewable energy project near Canberra will be the first in Australia to combine a large-scale solar farm with wind turbines at the same location. A 10MW solar photovoltaic (PV) plant will be built adjacent to the existing Gullen Range Wind Farm, laying the groundwork for more solar plants to be built alongside wind farms and help reduce large-scale solar […]
The Western Australian Mid-West power station project is complete with the commissioning of the Mount Magnet power station, the last of seven new and upgraded power stations supplying towns in the mid-western region. The Mid-West project included an upgrade to the existing Norseman power station, operated by Contract Power Australia, and the construction of five other new stations in Cue, Meekatharra, Yalgoo, […]
Gippsland Water has recently completed sewer relining work in the Victorian towns of Drouin, Warragul, Moe, Newborough and Morwell to improve pipe strength and performance. The sewer relining is achieved by pulling through a new internal ‘skin’ within the pipe which is then inflated and heated with steam. Once the lining cools, some final work is completed before the main is ‘re-opened’ […]
TasWater has awarded a contract to build a 29km pipeline between Tasmanian towns Fingal and Avoca to help supply Avoca with fully treated drinking water. The construction work will be carried out by a Tasmanian company, Water Industry Solutions, and is expected to begin by September 2016. Avoca has mainly drawn its water from the South Esk River but following the detection of cadmium […]
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