WIC focused ISLP dashboard
Trial projects: 23
Trial targets: Through this initiative, the NSW Government successfully trialled minimum targets across a portfolio of government infrastructure projects.
Women in trades (WIT)
Definition: Women employed as a qualified tradesperson and those undertaking an apprenticeship, in a construction related trade. For a comprehensive definition, refer to the ISLP Training Management Guidelines.
Trial target: 4% of the trades workforce to be women.
Reporting as at: May 2025
Average cumulative life to date performance across all trial projects: 4% against the 4% target.
Number of women in trades: 502
Women in non-traditional roles (WINTR)
Definition: Women employed in both the non-trade and trade occupations/roles where women represent less than 25% of the occupational workforce and where most of their time is spent on site or site-related activities, including off-site construction activities contributing to the project. For a comprehensive definition, refer to the ISLP Training Management Guidelines.
Trial target: 7% of the project workforce to be women in non-traditional roles.
Reporting as at: May 2025
Average cumulative life to date performance across all trial projects: 6.3% against the 7% target.
Number of women in non-traditional roles: 7402
Trial projects
Overview
The upgrades at Carlingford West Public School and Cumberland High School will enhance educational facilities and support modern learning environments.
Carlingford West Public School will receive new flexible classrooms, a hall, library, play court, canteen, and refurbished staff areas. Cumberland High School will gain new flexible classrooms, specialist spaces, a hall, sport and performance spaces, library, play courts, canteen, and refurbished staff areas.
Government agency
School Infrastructure NSW
Principal contractor
Roberts Co
Construction start date
August 2023
Construction completion date (anticipated)
Early 2026
Key initiatives / approaches
- Facilitated Pre-Employment Program for a cohort of 12 females to enter the construction industry.
- Hosted a site tour for cohort of 15 female students studying construction-related Vocational Education and Training (VET) courses.
- Flexible working conditions including 5-day construction work week.
- Launched female WhatsApp group chat to information share key recourses, industry happenings, networking events, etc.
- Dedicated facilities for women: This includes providing a mothers' room and gender-specific bathrooms equipped with sanitary products.
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Carlingford West Public School and Cumberland High School Upgrade
Overview
Health Infrastructure is redeveloping The Children’s Hospital at Westmead to further help children and young people live their healthiest lives. This significant $619 million expansion to paediatric health services in western Sydney will ensure The Children’s Hospital at Westmead continues to be a world leader in providing care for sick children across the state and will see the construction of a new Paediatric Services Building delivered by Roberts Co, and multi-storey car park to serve the existing and expanded Children’s Hospital, a revitalised forecourt and refurbishment of some areas within the existing hospital delivered by other contractors.
Government agency
Health Infrastructure
Principal contractor
Roberts Co
Construction start date
February 2023
Construction completion date (anticipated)
Late 2025
Key initiatives / approaches
- Employment of women to the head contractor via a Group Training Organisation.
- Case studies and media stories to promote women in construction.
- 5-day work week.
- Flexible work arrangements.
- Respect at work training for all staff.
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Overview
The Coffs Harbour Bypass (CHB) is jointly funded by the NSW Government and Australian Government. With a total length of 14 kilometres, it consists of a 12-kilometre bypass of Coffs Harbour from south of the Englands Road intersection to Korora Hill in the north, and a 2-kilometre upgrade of the existing Pacific Highway from Korora Hill north to Sapphire Beach. It will improve road safety, delivering road freight efficiency for heavy vehicles, ease congestion and improve access within the Coffs Harbour CBD.
Government agency
Transport for NSW
Principal contractor
Ferrovial Gamuda Joint Venture
Construction start date
March 2023
Construction completion date (anticipated)
June 2027
Key initiatives / approaches
- Offering learning and leadership training for internal female employees.
- Holding workshops at local schools about employment opportunities in Construction.
- Ensuring fair and equitable employment opportunities for women.
- Attending careers expos.
- Apprenticeship program.
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Overview
Henry Lawson Drive Upgrade Stage 1A – Tower Road to Auld Avenue.
Henry Lawson Drive Stage 1A Upgrade is part of the program to upgrade Henry Lawson Drive between the Hume Highway and the M5 Motorway to ease congestion and improve safety and connectivity for all road users.
Stage 1A between Tower Road and Auld Avenue, will provide more capacity for vehicles travelling through the intersection of Henry Lawson Drive, Milperra Road and Newbridge Road.
Government agency
Transport for NSW
Principal contractor(s)
Quickway Constructions Pty Ltd
Construction start date
March 2023
Construction completion date (anticipated)
July 2025
Key initiatives / approaches
- Facilitate Subcontractor Forums to educate and promote WIC participation.
- Conduct Site Tour(s) with local school(s) to showcase female career prospects in the construction industry.
- Hold Ladies Lunches for catch-ups and brainstorming of ideas.
- Create new systems which integrate personnel onboarding data with project attendances, therefore improving accuracy of data reporting.
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Overview
- Widening of the dual carriageway from two lanes to three lanes in each direction.
- Demolition of the existing Ironbark bridge and construction of two new bridges at Ironbark Creek.
- Minor intersection upgrades, property adjustments and utility relocation.
Government agency
Transport for NSW
Principal contractor(s)
Daracon Group Pty Ltd, Georgiou Group Pty Ltd, SMEC Australia Pty Ltd and Transport for NSW (Alliance)
Construction start date
January 2023
Construction completion date (anticipated)
June 2026
Key initiatives / approaches
- Women in Leadership program.
- Pre-Employment program in collaboration with two other projects.
- School engagement programs.
- Traineeship program.
- Diversity and inclusion program.
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Overview
John Hunter is one of the most utilised healthcare campuses in NSW. It has one of the busiest Emergency Departments, trauma centres and public hospital neurosurgery units in the state.
The redevelopment of the John Hunter and John Hunter Children’s Hospitals will deliver a significant expansion providing additional capacity and purpose-built infrastructure, to enable the implementation of contemporary models of care. The project includes an interim expansion of the existing Emergency Department to relieve current pressure.
The NSW Government is investing $835 million to redevelop the John Hunter and John Hunter Children’s Hospitals.
The project includes:
- Construction of a new Acute Services Building (ASB) including 4 levels of carpark and 6 levels of clinical space.
- Refurbishment works to the existing hospital.
- Expansion of road network and carpark.
Government agency
Health Infrastructure
Principal contractor(s)
Multiplex Constructions
Construction start date
April 2022
Construction completion date (anticipated)
Acute Services Building – 2026. Refurbishment - 2027
Key initiatives / approaches
- Jump Start Trade and Jump Start Tertiary – a series of workshops for female high school students designed to inform and showcase the diverse and rewarding careers in construction.
- Regular and ongoing education with subcontractors on WiC initiatives
- Jump Start Juniors – Primary school program to educate and inspire students to consider construction careers whilst challenging gender stereotypes by actively involving women as mentors and leaders in construction - showcasing female professionals in visible roles.
- Women@MPX /JHHIP– Peer networking groups that encourage greater connection amongst female site and office-based staff including subcontractor staff.
- Connectivity Centre Pre-vocational training that aims to increase the preparation of local jobseekers for employment in construction through co-designed training and support solutions.
- JHHIP Flex Pilot /Workplace Flexibility supporting Multiplex staff and subcontractors on the JHHIP project to increase flexibility for their employees to enable greater wellbeing, sustainable performance, retention and longevity.
- Connection of and engagement with local community for employment opportunities on the JHHIP project.
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Overview
The $830 million Liverpool Health and Academic Precinct (LHAP) will transform Liverpool Hospital into an international hub of medical excellence, research and education.
The LHAP will transform the experience of Liverpool Hospital patients, staff and community through state-of-the-art equipment and purpose-built facilities.
It will celebrate the region’s vibrant cultural diversity through arts and culture and connection to Country.
Government agency
Health Infrastructure
Principal contractor
Lendlease Australia Pty Ltd
Construction start date
2021
Construction completion date (anticipated)
Stage 2 – 2027. Refurbishment - 2028.
Key initiatives / approaches
- Breaking Ground programs supporting First Nations women to gain skills, knowledge and pathways into the construction industry.
- Build Your New Career Program in partnership with Western Sydney Women supporting women to learn trade skills, connect with industry and gain employment.
- Regular ongoing education and engagement with key stakeholders including subcontractors.
- Girls in STEM program, supporting 20 high school females to learn about career opportunities in the Science Technology Engineering & Mathematics.
- Active engagement with Western Sydney Women and other local community organisations.
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Overview
- M7 Widening: widening the M7 Motorway between the M5 Motorway and Richmond Road.
- M7-M12 Interchange: construction of an interchange between the M7 Motorway and the new M12 Motorway, and the first two kilometres of the M12.
- Elizabeth Drive Connection (EDC): new connections between Elizabeth Drive, the M12 Motorway, and the M7 Motorway.
Government agency
Transport for NSW
Principal contractor
John Holland
Construction start date
February 2023
Construction completion date (anticipated)
June 2026
Key initiatives / approaches
- Establish the Women in Construction Committee – 10 representatives from across the project who input into the WIC strategy for the project, as well as developing and implementing WIC initiatives across the project.
- Women in Construction Late Start Pre-employment Program – 11 participants undertaking a pre-employment program, then transitioning into apprenticeship roles who will pilot a 8:45am start time to facilitate greater work life balance for wages team members.
- Flex from the Start – Flex training for leaders, introduction of flexibility boards to promote greater visibility of how flexibility is being approached across the project.
- Wellbeing Committee – 10 representatives from across the project to drive more effective work / life balance outcomes. This also promotes mental and physical wellbeing – including the introduction of an on-site gym, wellbeing room, zen room and walking track to drive better all round work / life balance outcomes.
- Work Smarter campaign – a communications campaign directed at enhancing the use of technology and greater operational discipline to unlock greater efficiency and productive on how we undertake our work. By promoting more efficient and productive systems and process will unlock greater flexibility and work life balance.
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Overview
The project generally involves an upgrade of approximately 1.2 km of the Great Western Highway between Railway Parade and approximately 330 metres south of Bellevue Crescent at Medlow Bath.
The works include, but are not limited to earthworks, pavements, stormwater drainage, ITS, footpaths/pedestrian access, public utility adjustments/ protection, street lighting, property adjustments, retaining walls, reinforced soil nail wall and landscaping.
Government agency
Transport for NSW
Principal contractor
Abergeldie Complex Infrastructure
Construction start date
December 2022
Construction completion date (anticipated)
January 2025
Key initiatives / approaches
- Hosted a Subcontractor Forums in March 2024 for subcontractors to raise awareness about diversity, discuss challenges and barriers, and address both current and future target requirements in the construction industry, including contractual expectations from our clients.
- Implemented a pre-employment program for nine males and two females in April 2024 designed to provide skills for targeted cohorts and prepare participants for entry-level or new employment opportunities.
- In May 2024 a case study on a female worker’s remarkable career progression in the construction industry, showcasing her goal to becoming the first female superintendent.
- Girls Can Too program at TAFE NSW in May 2024, supporting 10 high school females as they explore career opportunities through a presentation and hearing from one of our female Environmental Site Representative and female Sub-foreman.
- Organising an Aboriginal Perspectives Cultural Day in late 2024 to provide employees with the opportunity to gain a better understanding and respect for the local Aboriginal culture as well as an enriched appreciation of Australia’s cultural heritage. This day also aimed to build awareness and cultural safety in the workplace for our First Nations employees.
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Overview
The construction of two schools in Melonba (near Marsden Park), Melonba Public School for up to 1,000 students and Melonba High School for 2,000 students. Together the schools will include seven buildings which will be built simultaneously with completion by March 2025.
Government agency
School Infrastructure
Principal contractor
Richard Crookes Constructions
Construction start date
October 2023
Construction completion date (anticipated)
March 2025
Key initiatives / approaches
- A Workforce Skills, Training and Diversity Check has been developed to structure discussions with Trade Partners to understand the specific tasks/roles within each trade workforce. This information is used to identify and assist with planning, developing, and implementing strategies together to increase women in construction.
- Developed a targeted electrical services strategy which includes increasing awareness of the viability of electrical roles for young women in schools together with the electrical services trade partner and Training Services NSW’s Regional Industry Education Partnerships program which aims to connect employers with schools.
- The WiC Project Officer has established an ecosystem of enabling stakeholders including recruitment agencies targeting women, youth, and First Nations communities to leverage pre-employment trades training provided by these organisations; and to source and refer suitable workers directly to trade partners on the project to contribute to women in trades and non-traditional roles across the project.
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The Mount Ousley interchange project will replace the existing intersection of the M1 Princes Motorway and Mount Ousley Road, improving connectivity, safety and efficiency to those travelling through the gateway to Wollongong.
The $390 million project is jointly funded, with the Australian Government committing $240 million and the NSW Government $150 million.
Government agency
Transport for NSW
Principal contractor
Fulton Hogan
Construction start date
Late 2024
Construction completion date (anticipated)
2028
Key initiatives / approaches
- Working with community to increase the participation of Women in Construction roles.
- Establish a network for all women working on the Mount Ousley interchange project.
- Establish processes to attract women into the construction industry.
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Overview
Deliver 677m, 20 span bridge over the Macquarie River. Construction of approx. 2km of new highway including two new signalised intersections. Major utility relocations and stormwater installation. Construction of pavements, road furniture and landscaping.
Government agency
Transport for NSW
Principal contractor
Abergeldie Complex Infrastructure
Construction start date
October 2022
Construction completion date (anticipated)
2026
Key initiatives / approaches
- Established a Women in Construction Networking group in April 2024 featuring monthly Coffee Catch-Ups to support women in a traditionally male-dominated field. These initiatives have helped women build confidence, develop leadership skills, and navigate career challenges. In September 2024, the program transitioned to Women in Construction Lean in Circles.
- Facilitated a site visit for Gilgandra High School students (13 males and 3 females) in June 2024, following an invitation extended during the Women in Construction Industry talk at their school in April 2024. The visit included a project site overview, a guided tour, and discussions with project staff, who covered topics such as the benefits of joining the construction industry and pathways into the field.
- Presented Women in Construction Industry talk to female high school students in April 2024 at Gilgandra High School and Dubbo Christian School in June 2024. The talks focused on opportunities in the construction industry, including roles, apprenticeships, and traineeships available through VET (Vocational Education and Training) pathways.
- Implementing a female focused Trade Readiness pre-employment program for eight women from June to July 2024, designed to provide targeted cohorts and prepare participants for entry-level or new employment opportunities. The students gained practical skills including operating an excavator, using hand and power tools and preparing for employment such as CV writing and interview readiness. Additionally, students attended information sessions led by our female staff touching on topics such as: their journeys of how they got into the construction industry, insight into their roles and advice for any of them considering a career in the industry.
- A case study on the BOOTS (Building Opportunities through Outreach Training and Support) Graduation video, which was showcased at the July 2024 Graduation event to highlight the commitment, key learnings, and dedication of the participants during the 3-week program.
- Held an Aboriginal Perspectives Cultural Day, (33 males and 9 females) to provide employees with the opportunity to gain a better understanding and respect for the local Aboriginal culture as well as an enriched appreciation of Australia’s cultural heritage. This day also aimed to build awareness and cultural safety in the workplace for our First Nations employees.
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Overview
The NSW Government is partnering with main works contractor Lendlease to deliver one of the most significant structural engineering and architecturally complex projects underway in Australia. Powerhouse Parramatta is the largest investment in cultural infrastructure since the Sydney Opera House, and the first major cultural institution to be established in Western Sydney.
Powerhouse Parramatta will provide a world-class contemporary museum for Australia, dedicated to showcasing the continued impact of the applied arts and sciences on the world through technology, innovation, design and engineering.
Government agency
Infrastructure NSW
Principal contractor
Lendlease Australia Pty Ltd
Construction start date
February 2022
Construction completion date (anticipated)
Late 2025
Key initiatives / approaches
- Breaking Ground programs supporting First Nations women to gain skills, knowledge and pathways into the construction industry.
- Welcome pack for women starting on the project.
- Mentoring support provided to each female Apprentice.
- Facilitation of Focus Groups for women.
- Regular and ongoing subcontractor education & engagement.
- Education presentations to NSW Engineers on the Women in Construction strategy, initiatives and ways they can get involved.
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Overview
The RPA Hospital Redevelopment will significantly increase healthcare capacity for both metropolitan Sydney as well as NSW, meeting healthcare needs across the State as a leading Principal Referral Hospital. The redevelopment will include a new hospital building and refurbishment of existing spaces.
Once complete the RPA Redevelopment will deliver an expanded and enhanced Emergency Department and Intensive Care Unit, neonatal intensive care services, state-of-the-art operating theatres, medical imaging services and additional adult and paediatric inpatient ward accommodation.
Government agency
Health Infrastructure
Principal contractor
CPB Contractors
Construction start date
March 2024
Construction completion date (anticipated)
December 2028
Key initiatives / approaches
- Speak regularly at the site face to face induction process to connect with a vast quantity of the oncoming workforce and the subcontractor senior management.
- Utilise and collaborate with the upcoming site toolbox talks. Work closely with the extended site/construction delivery team to connect with the workforce, the subcontractor management as well as CPB internal management teams.
- Connecting with local communities in the area.
- Engage with local schools & organise a site visit.
- CPB has developed a Gender Equality Action Plan (GEAP).
- The CPB NSW/ACT Business Unit have established a Women in Construction (WIC) committee with the primary responsibilities of formulating and implementing a comprehensive gender diversity plan for the projects.
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Overview
The Ryde Hospital Redevelopment will transform the delivery of healthcare in Ryde and its surrounding suburbs, ensuring people can get the care they need close to home. The redevelopment will deliver a new and expanded Emergency Department and Intensive Care Unit, new theatres, new purpose-built ambulatory care centre, new paediatric short stay unit, more adult overnight inpatient beds and expanded medical imaging.
The NSW Government has committed $526.8 million for the redevelopment of Ryde Hospital.
Government agency
Health Infrastructure
Principal contractor
A W Edwards
Construction start date
12 May 2024
Construction completion date (anticipated)
2028
Key initiatives / approaches
- Implementation of a subcontractor Women in Construction onboarding procedure.
- Improving on-site amenities for Women in Construction to ensure that the needs of female employees are met, and a safe, respectful and inclusive workplace is fostered.
- Establishment of a Women in Construction group which meets monthly to provide feedback on their experiences working on-site (positive or negative), build rapport with other female workers, discuss opportunities, issues and challenges and share ideas and lessons learnt.
- Unconscious bias training made available to all project personnel.
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The Shoalhaven Hospital Redevelopment will deliver contemporary and expanded hospital services and integrated health facilities for the Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District.
The NSW Government has committed $438 million to redevelop Shoalhaven Hospital and make it the health hub for the entire region, providing the majority of emergency, critical care, acute, subacute, and non-admitted services locally, reducing the need to transfer patients to Wollongong and Sydney.
Government agency
Health Infrastructure
Principal contractor
John Holland Group
Construction start date
June 2023
Construction completion date (anticipated)
2027
Key initiatives / approaches
- Career Days
- Driving Program
- Breaking Bias training to all workforce to combat gender-based bias in construction
- Case studies into barriers of recruiting and retaining women in construction and present to the Women in Construction taskforce on a project level.
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Overview
The St George Hospital Stage 3 redevelopment will provide a world-class Ambulatory Care Precinct, bringing together a range of ambulatory, outpatient and community services supported by new, state-of-the-art facilities. Upon completion, the new 23,000 m2 facility will enhance patient outcomes for the St George and Sutherland community by improving collaboration between multidisciplinary teams. Spanning over eight floors, the redevelopment will also feature two basement levels of carparking with 151 car spaces.
Government agency
Health Infrastructure
Principal contractor
BESIX Watpac
Construction start date
February 2023
Construction completion date (anticipated)
Late 2026
Key initiatives / approaches
- Flexible working conditions on site including 5-day work week, work from home days, flexible hours around children, 3 wellbeing days a year.
- Subcontractor forums to create understanding around ISLP Targets and encourage contractor participation towards the targets.
- Implementing a recurring yearly series of school visits to our construction site, to foster ongoing engagement and showcase project progress over time for females considering pathways into construction.
- Crane competition & event involving local primary schools, facilitating direct interaction between engineers and students to discuss crane operations and construction processes.
- Leadership and Management level 4 certificate program tailored for the construction industry, incorporating our company values delivered across 2025.
- Development workshops, three a year for women to come together for collaboration and networking across all job roles facilitating professional growth and support.
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Information to be updated soon.
Overview
Health Infrastructure is working with Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network, Children’s Cancer Institute and UNSW Sydney to deliver Sydney Children’s Hospital Stage 1 and Minderoo Children’s Comprehensive Cancer Centre. The project will bring together world-leading clinical care, research and teaching together under one roof, to transform kids’ health.
Government agency
Health Infrastructure
Principal contractor
John Holland
Construction start date
September 2022
Construction completion date (anticipated)
Late 2025
Key initiatives / approaches
- Subcontractor Forums and Engagement – Forums and meetings held with the subcontractors to discuss barriers and challenges and available opportunities for women within their organisations such as apprenticeships and traineeships.
- Community Organisation Presentations – Presenting to community organisations providing services to youth and women about the opportunities available within the construction industry including the roles/apprenticeships currently open with the subcontractors.
- Educational Institution Engagement – Working with female UNSW students currently enrolled in a construction management degree to develop a supplementary onsite education program to help students gain onsite construction experience.
- Working with local Career Advisors to discuss the construction industry perceptions and stereotypes and showcase the range of career pathways available within the construction industry to work towards changing stereotypical perceptions of people who work in construction.
- School Work Experience Program – Working with the project team and subcontractors, and local schools to place students interested in completing work experience in the construction industry to get a feel for the job(s) they are looking at pursuing after leaving school.
- Surveys – Conducting surveys to collect critical information in the development of feasibility studies for future initiatives and programs. Surveys have been completed with the workforce, subcontractors, consultants and UNSW students.
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Sydney Children’s Hospital Stage 1 and Minderoo Children’s Comprehensive Cancer Centre
Overview
Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport is the new metro railway line which will service Greater Western Sydney and the new Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport.
A city-shaping project, the 23-kilometre new railway will connect the Western Sydney Aerotropolis in the south with St Marys in the north – where customers can connect to the existing Sydney Trains suburban T1 Western Line.
The project includes six new metro stations: St Marys, Orchard Hills, Luddenham, two stations at the Airport (terminal and business park) and Aerotropolis Image.
Government agency
Sydney Metro
Principal contractor
Sydney Metro – Western Sydney Airport
Construction start date
2020
Construction completion date (anticipated)
Late 2026
Key initiatives / approaches
- Women in Construction Pre-Employment Programs.
- Sydney Metro Skills & Advisory Groups focused on women in construction.
- Women in Construction video to promote non-traditional roles.
- Try a Trade Day to encourage women into construction.
- Effective mentoring to retain women in construction.
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Overview
Sydney Metro West is a new underground metro railway which will double rail capacity between Parramatta and the Sydney CBD, transforming Sydney for generations to come.
Stations have been confirmed at Westmead, Parramatta, Sydney Olympic Park, North Strathfield, Burwood North, Five Dock, The Bays, Pyrmont and Hunter Street in the Sydney CBD. Two potential station locations are being investigated west of Sydney Olympic Park, including one at Rosehill Gardens which could support a significant increase in housing.
Government agency
Sydney Metro
Principal contractor
Sydney Metro West Package
Construction start date
July 2021
Construction completion date (anticipated)
Target an opening date of 2032
Key initiatives / approaches
- Women in Construction Pre-Employment Programs.
- Sydney Metro Skills & Advisory Groups focused on women in construction.
- Women in Construction video to promote non-traditional roles.
- Try a Trade Day to encourage women into construction.
- Effective mentoring to retain women in construction.
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Overview
Upper South Creek Advanced Water Recycling Centre (AWRC) and Pipelines in Kemps Creek will use advanced technology to provide wastewater services and produce treated water for river release to help sustain important river ecosystems.
When completed in 2026 the AWRC will treat approximately 35 megalitres of wastewater per day. The treated water will be of high quality and the facility includes provisions for future non-drinking uses. Additionally, the facility will also produce biosolids as an alternative to chemical fertilisers for use in agriculture.
The AWRC will serve as a foundation for the circular economy in Western Sydney, promoting sustainable practices and resource efficiency. The project is Sydney Water's largest infrastructure investment in Western Sydney and will support the population and economic growth of Western Sydney.
Government agency
Sydney Water
Principal contractor
John Holland
Construction start date
August 2023
Construction completion date (anticipated)
2026
Key initiatives / approaches
- Hosted female and gender diverse STEM students.
- Nominating future female leaders for leadership programs.
- Promoted Mentoring Programs for Women.
- Supporting Internship Programs through Careers Success Australia.
- Supporting NSW School Infrastructure Traineeship Program with female trainees.
- Engagement with local schools for STEM education and site visits.
- Provision of free sanitary items to be provided on site for women.
- 36% of Senior Leadership Team identify as women.
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Overview
The Western Harbour tunnel Stage 2 (WHT) is a substantial road transport infrastructure project commissioned by Transport for NSW (TfNSW) that will significantly enhance travel in and around Sydney. This section of the WHT involves constructing a 6-lane roadway connecting the Rozelle interchange with Warringah Freeway at Cammeray crossing Sydney Harbour beneath Birchgrove, Yerulbin Point, Berrys Bay and North Sydney.
The project requires roadheader excavation of the Northern section of the tunnel, Tunnel boring machine (TBM) excavation of the Southern section of tunnel (under the harbour), followed by roadway construction and Mechanical and Electrical (M&E) fit-out including lighting, jet fans and safety features installed through the P1 portion of the WHT project South of the TBM tunnel.
Government agency
Transport for NSW
Principal contractor
Acciona Construction Australia
Construction start date
December 2022
Construction completion date (anticipated)
December 2027
Key initiatives / approaches
- Women of WHT Group established during Women in Construction Week.
- Women’s forum held to understand experiences and challenges, which formed There’s a Place for You Report, with recommendations to guide the Women in Construction Action Plan.
- Back Up Care pilot launched in partnership with Bright Horizons, to support parents and carers, providing care for dependents when usual care falls through (this includes dedicated spaces at a childcare centre next to site in Cammeray and in home care for children up to 17 years old).
- Building Futures Program for Year 10 girls, which includes a three staged approach: Launch Day, GroundBreakers Immersion Week and finally engaging three Year 11 girls as paid school based trainees in 2025.
- In Safe Hands Training to Employment Program: upskilling five long term unemployed women with a fully funded Cert IV in WHS, upon successful completion of the program all women guaranteed employment in a flexible capacity (i.e. job share for women with caring responsibilities).
- Vacation Care Program: provided to a select number of WHT parents and carers during school holidays for school aged children.
- Women in Engineering Scholarships provided annually to two undergraduate women, providing paid work experience and industry exposure.
- Partnership with Department of Corrections Pathways to Employment Program to assist women reintegrating into society from custody.
- First Five: partnered with Trellis Collective to pilot program supporting early years career women through group coaching to navigate male dominated industries.
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Overview
This construction project is delivering a brand new 6 story high school.
Government agency
School Infrastructure
Principal contractor
Roberts Co
Construction start date
November 2022
Construction completion date
June 2024
Key initiatives / approaches
- Provided flexible working conditions for Roberts Co staff including 5-day construction work week, working from home options, flee by three roster and part time positions for team members returning from maternity leave.
- Provided an increased quantity of amenities for women including a mothers’ room. Roberts Co are providing free sanitary products in female bathrooms.
- We have had 2 TAFE trainees rotate on our project for work experience relevant to their studies (construction management).
- Engaged a recruitment agency to deliver a toolbox presentation to subcontractors - Presentation consisted of their capabilities and offering to source and place female workforce for subcontractors.
- Facilitated a site visit for high school students (40% females attended). Students walked the site, and attended information sessions delivered by our female staff (they touched on topics such as: benefits of joining the construction industry, how to enter the construction industry, etc.).
- A survey was conducted on the subcontractors to understand their needs and how we can assist them with their women in construction commitments.
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