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100 strong – the Gold Coast project giving apprentices their career start
BESIX Watpac has reached a significant milestone having employed over 100 apprentices to date during the construction of the Gold Coast University Hospital Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit, highlighting their commitment to a skilled construction workforce for the future.
South Australia Police dogs and horses staging facility in CBD completed ahead of schedule
The South Australia Police (SAPOL) Mounted and Dog Operations Unit has officially relocated to the new City Staging facility on King William Street, following the early completion of the project by builder BESIX Watpac.
SAPOL Mounted Units moves into new home
BESIX Watpac has completed Stage 1 of the Gepps Cross project for South Australia Police (SAPOL) and the Mounted Operations Unit has now moved into the state-of-the-art facility.
BESIX Watpac celebrates the opening of Barangaroo Station
The official opening of the new Sydney Metro Barangaroo Station marked the first of many journeys forecast for more than 14,400 daily commuters while also showcasing and celebrating the efforts of BESIX Watpac’s diverse and expert-led workforce.
Construction begins on a military aircraft hangar in SA
Works have commenced on the Deep Maintenance and Modification Facility adjacent the Royal Australian Air Force Edinburgh base in northern Adelaide.
Te Kaha achieves one million construction hours
Celebrating a momentous milestone at Te Kaha, Canterbury's Multi-Use Arena
Eastwood Private Hospital one step closer to completion
Eastwood Private Hospital, one of the latest health infrastructure developments in South Australia aimed at meeting growing demands for health services in the region, has reached a significant milestone with contractor BESIX Watpac recently completing the external structure.
BESIX Watpac named builder for new regional hospital in New South Wales
BESIX Watpac is proud to announce it has been named as head contractor for the $780 million new Shellharbour Hospital project, its ninth project in partnership with Health Infrastructure.
BESIX Watpac celebrates the opening of the new Adelaide Marriott Hotel
Built by BESIX Watpac, Marriott’s latest entry in Australia, marks a first for the global hotel chain, as they open their doors in Adelaide.
New name for Te Kaha Multi-Use Arena
Te Kaha Multi-Use Arena will be known as One New Zealand Stadium.
Smoking Ceremony marks start of latest Ferry Wharf
A Smoking Ceremony and Welcome to Country marked the start of construction of the Greenwich Point Wharf upgrade - the latest wharf upgrade in Transport for NSW’s Safe Accessible Transport Program being delivered by BESIX Watpac.
Link bridge in place at new mental health facility
The link bridge connecting the new Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit into the existing facility at the Gold Coast University Hospital has recently been lifted into place.
Final span in place at Kangaroo Point Bridge
Final span installation signifies a significant milestone in the construction of the Kangaroo Point Bridge.
BESIX Watpac to transform famous sports and entertainment hub
BESIX Watpac wins high profile Moore Park Precinct Village project to transform Sydney's sport and entertainment hub.
Construction of Te Kaha reaches halfway
A significant milestone has been achieved at Te Kaha, Canterbury’s Multi-Use Arena, with the project reaching the halfway mark for construction.
St John of God Ballarat Hospital Expansion nears completion
After a year and a half of construction, builders BESIX Watpac & H.Troon are nearing completion on the St John of God Ballarat Hospital Expansion project, successfully engaging with local contractors to deliver the complex health infrastructure project for the Ballarat community.
BESIX Watpac selected as Principal Contractor for Airservices Australia’s Air Traffic Control Tower Project
BESIX Watpac has been appointed as the Principal Contractor for the modernisation, upgrade, and life extension of Airservices Australia’s (Airservices) Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport Air Traffic Control Tower.
Gold Coast Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit tops out
Major milestone reached at new mental health facility at the Gold Coast University Hospital
World-class mental health facility reaches completion
Ipswich Hospitals new Mental Health Unit opens following the wrap up of works.
Apprentices get a jump start to their career through BESIX Watpac
Kangaroo Point Green Bridge exceeds workforce target of 53 apprentices.
BESIX Watpac’s 2023 Annual Review: A strong outlook
BESIX Watpac is pleased to announce the release of our 2023 Annual Review, highlighting our achievements and successes across Australia and New Zealand throughout the year.
Works wrap up at stunning JCU EIP building
State-of-the-art James Cook University Engineering and Innovation Place in Townsville opens its doors.
New appointment for strategic growth
BESIX Watpac is pleased to announce the internal appointment of Marc McCready to the new position of Group Strategy and Innovation Manager.
GPO Hotel Marriott façade completion marks milestone in Adelaide's skyline transformation
GPO Hotel Marriott successfully completes installation of the project’s façade and signage.
Championing student success in F1 in Schools Competition
BESIX Watpac sponsored team from The Grange P – 12 College in Victoria clinches the Chair of Judges Recognition of Achievement Award.
Remarkable STEAM building welcomes students
Works have wrapped up on a new high-tech learning facility for Brisbane Grammar School.
BESIX Watpac breaks ground at new youth detention centre in Woodford
First sod is turned at new youth detention centre project site.
BESIX Watpac celebrates International Women’s Day and continuing progress towards a balanced workplace
BESIX Watpac prepares to celebrate International Women's Day across its Australian and New Zealand businesses.
New Farm crowning jewel The Oxlade achieves completion
Exclusive new waterfront residential development in Brisbane built by BESIX Watpac welcomes residents.
BESIX Watpac set to build fifth project for James Cook University
BESIX Watpac has been appointed to deliver the JCU Cairns Tropical Enterprise Centre.
New Double Bay Wharf upgrade opens to public
A more accessible and modern Double Bay Wharf provides wharf-users with safer, step-free access.
BESIX Watpac completes construction of Goodman's innovative multi-level industrial facility in South Sydney
As a carbon-neutral industrial development, Axis Alexandria stands as an achievement in construction and sustainability.
Local school student names tower crane at St George Hospital Redevelopment
The tower crane supporting the delivery of the $411 million redevelopment will officially be known as 'Liftie Swifty'
Crane naming comp results in donation to Gold Coast Hospital Foundation
'Goldie the Crane' is the name given to the crane building the Gold Coast University Hospital's Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit.
Giovanni Polimeni is appointed as General Manager NSW at BESIX Watpac
BESIX Watpac appoints Giovanni Polimeni as the company’s new General Manager for New South Wales.
Major milestone caps off mast of landmark Brisbane bridge
Remarkable crane lift completed at Kangaroo Point Green Bridge with the 180 tonne mast head lifted into place.
BESIX Watpac renews strategic partnership with mental health organisation founded by rugby legend Greg Inglis
Goanna Academy is the first accredited and Indigenous-owned mental health education provider established by National Rugby League icon Greg Inglis.
Groundbreaking ceremony launches construction of new $90m Hospital in Adelaide
BESIX Watpac marked the start of construction on the Eastwood Private Hospital project with a groundbreaking ceremony in what is a major step forward for the South Australian healthcare sector.
St George Hospital Redevelopment Name the Crane Competition underway
South Eastern Sydney primary school students have the chance to name a 125 metre tall crane which has been installed as part of the $411 million St George Hospital Stage 3 Redevelopment including a car park.
Significant upgrades underway at Sydney Harbour wharves
Taronga Zoo wharf upgrade recently completed, while construction continues at Double Bay.
Multiple construction milestones achieved at Te Kaha
Christchurch City Council's Te Kaha Multi-Use Arena begins to take shape
Topping Out Ceremony marks a milestone for GPO Hotel Marriott project in Adelaide
With a valuation of $200 million, this iconic development is on track for completion in the first half of 2024.
BESIX Watpac Relocates NSW HQ to Award-Winning 210 George Street
BESIX Watpac is thrilled to announce the relocation of its New South Wales office to the prestigious Poly Centre located at Circular Quay in Sydney.
St John of God Ballarat Hospital marks major redevelopment milestone
The structure of the new hospital wing is officially completed.
BESIX Watpac Annual Review 2022/23: Celebrating 40 years of strong foundations
BESIX Watpac releases special edition Annual Review
Kangaroo Point Green Bridge’s tower crane is named ‘Picky Upy’
Local Brisbane student names the world's largest lifting capacity tower crane at Kangaroo Point Green Bridge.
Celebrating 40 years of strong foundations
Today BESIX Watpac celebrates 40 years of delivering excellence.
Kangaroo Point Green Bridge creates platform for student learning
QUT students get involved in major infrastructure project for Brisbane.
NSW Premier joins Traditional Owners to mark the start of construction on third stage of St George Hospital Redevelopment
Construction works have officially commenced on the $411 million project
BESIX Watpac awarded ECI contract for $80m Moree Hospital Redevelopment
BESIX Watpac has been awarded the Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) contract for the $80m redevelopment of Moree Hospital in regional New South Wales, building on its strong portfolio of health projects in the state.
BESIX Watpac named contractor for three major Queensland hospital expansions
BESIX Watpac reaffirms its position as a leading health infrastructure contractor following contract awards for expansions at Ipswich, Townsville and Mackay Hospitals.
CSL Seqirus’ $800m innovative vaccine and anti-venom manufacturing facility reaches major milestone
The new state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Melbourne has 'topped out'
ACU's St Teresa of Kolkata Building reaches completion
Doors have opened at the new Saint Teresa of Kolkata Building on Australian Catholic University’s Fitzroy campus following project handover by construction company, BESIX Watpac.
Te Kaha comes out of the ground
The concrete structure of Canterbury’s Multi-Use Arena begins to take shape.
Works kick off at new Gold Coast health facility
A sod-turning ceremony signals construction has started on Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service's new Secure Mental Health Rehabilitation Unit.
SA’s first Marriott Hotel rises above Adelaide’s historic GPO building
South Australia’s first Marriott Hotel is on track for completion in the first half of 2024, with construction now rising above Adelaide’s historic General Post Office (GPO) building in King William Street.
BESIX Watpac commits to a 25% female workforce by 2025
The next step BESIX Watpac is taking to build a diverse and inclusive workforce.
$740M St George Hospital Redevelopment enters third stage
The third stage of the $740 million St George Hospital Redevelopment will soon be underway, with main works to begin within weeks.