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The Queensland Government has announced the formation of a new standalone unit aimed at fostering investment partnerships that deliver positive infrastructure outcomes across the state has been set up in the Department of treasury and Trade.
Treasurer Tim Nicholls today announced the establishment of Projects Queensland, a body which will focus on driving cooperative funding models that maximise private investment.
Mr Nicholls said Projects Queensland would ensure major projects were built on time and to budget.
Projects Queensland’s key responsibilities will be:
- Preparation, evaluation and management of public-private partnership projects;
- Active engagement with the private sector to develop funding models to encourage private investment in infrastructure;
- Preparation of business cases and contract negotiations for government financed infrastructure where the expected cost is greater than $100 million;
- Acting in an advisory role assisting line agencies in the delivery of projects with an estimated capital cost below $100 million; and
- Review and maintenance of the government’s key infrastructure policies
Pacific Aluminium reconfirms Tasmanian connection
Smelting giant Pacific Aluminium has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to maintaining operations in its Bell Bay smelter following a successful renegotiation of power contracts with Hydro Tasmania.
Entrepreneur program for University of Melbourne innovators
A new entrepreneurial program at Melbourne University, the Melbourne Accelerator Program (MAP), has been established to assist the translation of innovative ideas to commercial reality.
Renewable Energy Agency appointments announced
The Minister for Resources and Energy, Martin Ferguson has announced the final board appointments and the chief executive officer to the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA).
University of Canberra plans new civil engineering degree
Plans by the University of Canberra to offer a new degree in civil engineering have moved a step closer.
Interstate Rail Network upgrade nears completion
The country’s most extensive rail works, the upgrade to the Interstate Rail Network, has entered the home straight according to Federal Minister for Infrastructure Anthony Albanese.
$50 million for Hobart Waterfront
The Federal Government has announced a $50 million agreement with the Tasmanian Government for the rejuvenation of the Macquarie Point Railyards in Hobart.
Abigroup secures Gladstone rail contract
Abigroup has announced it has secured a $76 contract from QR National to undertake the civil works for a 13km balloon rail loop for the new Wiggins Island Coal Export Terminal at the Port of Gladstone.
Lambert Port expansion approved
The Western Australian Government has announced the approval of Rio Tinto’s Cape Lambert Port B works. The approval of the works comes after Rio Tinto outlined a massive multi-billion increase to its domestic iron ore operations.
Macmahon wins Great Northern Highway contract
The Federal and Western Australian Governments have announced Macmahon Contractors as the winning bidder for the design and construction of the $220 million Great Northern Highway through Port Hedland.
Report sets out rail future
The future challenges and strategic opportunities for the rail supply industry are explored in a new report by ANU Enterprise, the commercial arm of The Australian National University.
Rio unveils $4 billion iron ore capital works program
Mining giant Rio Tinto has announced its next iron ore investment phase, unveiling a $4.1 billion spending plan to develop its tier one irone ore business.
$24.8 million for Victoria's manufacturing sector
The Victorian Government has launched a new $24.8 million program aimed at encouraging manufacturers to invest in new technology to boost productivity and competitiveness of the state’s manufacturing sector.
$400 million to boost Port of Melbourne
The Victorian Government has announced $400 million will be invested in the Port of Melbourne to boost its import and export auto trade at the Webb Dock facility.
Government releases infrastructure report
The Federal Government has released a major review that identifies potential new ways for local governments to plan, finance and deliver infrastructure investments.
Leighton expands Gorgon work
Leighton has announced that the scope of its required work for the Chevron-operated Gorgon Project in Western Australia has expanded, bringing the total value of work being completed to $1.85 billion.
Government releases rail roadmap
The Federal Government has released the Rail Manufacturing Roadmap – On Track to 2040 – following extensive industry and academia collaboration.
Queensland announces RoadTek reform
The Queensland Government has announced plans to reform the tendering process by the state-owned RoadTek in a bid to boost the state’s road and transport construction industry.
Work begins on Bega Bypass
Work has begun on the new Bega Bypass following three years of extensive planning and community consultation.
AGL to deliver large-scale solar project
Electricity giant AGL has been selected by the Federal Government as the successful proponent in the solar photovoltaic (PV) category of the Solar Flagships Program. The company, together with manufacturer First Solar, will deliver large-scale solar PV power projects totalling 159 MW at two sites in New South Wales.
Final Regional Rail Link contracts awarded
The Federal Government has awarded the final six contracts for the multi-billion Regional Rail Link, with the final work package awarded to the Leighton-Downer Joint venture. The $43 million contract will be to design and construct the West Werribee Junction work package.