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OZ'PPORTUNITES - NUMERO 4 - AOUT 2009


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31 Mars | Melbourne’s new transport infrastructure: call for tenders

Article paru le 31 Mars 2009 dans la lettre d'information publiée par " Invest Victoria "

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The Victorian Government is calling for expressions of interest from suitably qualified companies to design, finance, build, operate and maintain the first in a series of major infrastructure projects stemming from the state’s Transport Plan - the $750 million toll-free Peninsula Link.

The 25 kilometre four-lane freeway will include nine interchanges and is expected to carry more than 60,000 vehicles a day. The development, which includes the construction of a new shared use path for pedestrians and cyclists, will improve access to one of Victoria’s most popular tourist destinations – the Mornington Peninsula wine region.

The Victorian Premier, John Brumby, said the Peninsula Link project would provide a significant economic stimulus for the state and national economy and wants work to begin by the end of the year.

The Victorian Government is proposing to have the project delivered under an Availability Public Private Partnership (PPP), and expects it to be completed by early 2013.

The Victorian Minister for Roads and Ports, Tim Pallas, said the Availability PPP model would ensure the road remained toll-free while harnessing the benefits of private sector involvement, including faster delivery and the use of innovative construction techniques.

“Under this model, the Government will make periodic payments to a private company based on key performance indicators – the model is not based on traffic usage and instead seeks the greatest road performance for the community with the best value for money,” Mr Pallas said.

The Southern and Eastern Integrated Transport Authority (SEITA) has issued the expression of interest on behalf of the State. The tender will close on 5 May, 2009. Further information is available at www.tenders.vic.gov.au.

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07 Avril | New National Broadband Network
Article paru le 07 Avril 2009 sur le site web du gouvernement federal australien "Department of Broadband, Communications and the Digital Economy"

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The Government has announced it will establish a new company that will invest up to $43 billion over eight years to build and operate a National Broadband Network delivering superfast broadband to Australian homes and workplaces.

To turn its vision into action the Government will immediately:

The Government terminated the Request for Proposals (RFP) process on 7 April 2009, on the basis of advice from the independent Panel of Experts that none of the national proposals offered value for money. The Panel noted the rapid deterioration of the global economy had a significant impact on the process. Refer to the extract from the evaluation report for more information.

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09 Avril | Melbourne builds for the future: 10-year development

Article paru le 09 Avril 2009 dans la lettre d'information publiée par " Invest Victoria "

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Victorian Government developer, VicUrban, will embark on a 10-year project to build a new suburb in Melbourne’s west which will deliver 3000 new homes and an ongoing economic stimulus to the state.

Premier John Brumby today welcomed the announcement of a Federal-State partnership to build the new suburb in Melbourne’s west, saying the project would deliver 7500 jobs and a mix of affordable housing options.

Mr Brumby said the project – to be built on 128 hectares of former Department of Defence land, including river frontage - was expected to create about 4500 construction jobs during the 10 year development period, with up to 3000 ongoing employment opportunities through the creation of a local business precinct.

VicUrban Chief Executive Officer, Pru Sanderson, said that VicUrban was ideally placed to undertake this development, with a proven track record in delivering challenging urban renewal projects, such as the Department of Defence’s former Albion Explosives Factory in Brimbank which is now VicUrban’s award-winning Cairnlea residential development.

“This project will also offer significant development opportunities for the private sector and VicUrban has a wealth of experience in working with both large and small developers through our various residential developments and Melbourne Docklands,” Ms Sanderson said.

“VicUrban will continue to work with the City of Maribyrnong and local stakeholders to make certain the right mix of homes, and businesses are located within the site.”

Acting Planning Minister Peter Batchelor said the Victorian Government’s Melbourne@5 million planning strategy identified that 53 per cent of Melbourne’s new homes will need to be within established areas of the city. 

“This project provides a real example of that policy being brought to life.

“Some 6000 people will call this site their home when it is completed. This is an opportunity to provide affordable and environmentally friendly housing choice in an established area, well serviced by important facilities such as schools, shops and transport,” he said.

Work is already underway by the Department of Defence to prepare the site for the VicUrban development.

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15 Avril | Victoria fast-tracks building developments for a $1.6 billion boost

Article paru le 15 Avril 2009 dans la lettre d'information publiée par " Invest Victoria "

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In a $1.6 billion boost to the local economy, the Victorian Government will fast-track five significant housing, retail and office space developments in line with itsMelbourne 2030 and Melbourne@5 million planning strategies.

Planning Minister Justin Madden announced a fast-track of the following projects in and around Melbourne:

  • The Amcor paper mill site: The former 17 hectare Amcor paper mill site development will begin in 2011 and provide in-excess of 2,000 homes as well as retail, office and community facilities along the Yarra River; 
  • The Pentridge Prison redevelopment: The $1 billion redevelopment already underway of the former Pentridge Prison site will provide more than 3,000 construction jobs and 3,500 ongoing jobs and provide up to 1,400 homes in Melbourne’s inner-north and retail development as part of the Coburg Principal Activity Centre;
  • The Werribee Plaza expansion: The proposed $250 million expansion of Werribee Plaza will begin in 2010 and includes a new department store, additional speciality shops, food and leisure facilities and parking and has the potential to provide 2,000 construction jobs and 2,400 ongoing jobs; 
  • The Waurn Ponds shopping centre: The proposed $50 million expansion of the Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre to begin this year will provide up to1,800 direct and indirect jobs; and
  • The Monash University redevelopment, Caulfield: The $350 million development at Monash University’s Caulfield campus also due to begin this year will create 1,000 construction jobs include new education, retail and office buildings, and house 800 students

Mr Madden said the Department of Planning and Community Development facilitation unit had been established to work with the private sector and councils on projects of significance on a case-by-case basis.

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01 Mai | New optical fibres research centre underpins essential technology

Article paru le 01 Mai 2009 sur le site web du "NSW Department of State and Regional Development"

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A cutting-edge Institute of Photonics and Optical Sciences (IPOS) has been launched at the University of Sydney.

The development of next generation optical fibres is one of the fields of critical world-leading research being undertaken at the Institute, which also houses the Australian Research Council’s $19 million Centre of Excellence for Ultrahigh Bandwidth Devices for Optical Systems.

The Institute is home to more than thirty academic and research staff and forty postgraduate students.

Australia’s Innovation Minister, Senator Kim Carr, said that the ability of researchers such as those at the Institute is critical to advancing Australia’s productive capabilities and to generating new and innovative ideas crucial to Australia’s future.  “Cutting edge research from IPOS will underpin essential technology for the delivery of future broadband infrastructure such as the Government’s new national broadband network.”

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05 Mai | Victorian State Budget delivers $11.5 billion infrastructure boost

Article paru le 05 Mai 2009 dans la lettre d'information publiée par " Invest Victoria "

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The 2009-10 Victorian State Budget has delivered a record infrastructure investment with $11.5 billion in infrastructure projects earmarked to start in 2009-10 which is expected to secure up to 35,000 jobs and fight the impact of the global financial crisis.

The budget is Victoria’s tenth consecutive surplus, providing a $165 million buffer for the coming financial year and a surplus for each of the three following years averaging $349 million.

Handing down the budget, the Victorian Treasurer John Lenders said it was an unprecedented investment in boosting the State’s infrastructure which would include kick-starting the first four years of the 12 year $38 billion Victorian Transport Plan, building major hospital redevelopments and continuing the biggest school rebuilding program in Victoria’s history.

“Last month the International Monetary Fund said the best thing governments can do to respond to the Global Financial Crisis is to fast-track and invest in job-creating infrastructure.

“The 2009 State Budget builds on a decade of disciplined financial management and lays the building blocks for Victoria to capitalise on the worldwide recovery from the Global Financial Crisis,” Mr Lenders said.

Mr Lenders said Victoria’s economic growth was predicted to be affected by the global financial crisis next financial year with growth of 0.25 per cent followed by growth of 2.25 per cent as improvements in global economic conditions create a recovery in domestic business investment and consumption, which will drive economic growth in the 2010-11 financial year.

The Budget also provides $1.2 million for the creation of a new Transport Infrastructure Manufacturing Scheme to help Victorian manufacturers maximise Australian and international transport infrastructure business opportunities and $20 million for the Regional Aviation Fund to support industries and aviation businesses that rely on Victoria’s regional airports. 

Funding will also continue for recently announced initiatives including: the Industry Transition Fund; the Victorian Automotive Manufacturing Action Plan; a Business Assistance Package for bushfire affected small businesses and primary producers; and a tourism package to encourage tourists to visit regions affected by the bushfires.

For more details, visit the 2009-10 Budget website at www.budget.vic.gov.au.

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07 Mai | High-quality investors vie for key Melbourne transport project

Article paru le 07 Mai 2009 dans la lettre d'information publiée par " Invest Victoria "

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Victoria’s ability to attract investment is on track with five high-calibre consortia expressing interest in building the first in a series of major infrastructure projects stemming from the State’s Transport Plan - the $750 million, 25 kilometre four-lane freeway Peninsula Link.

The five consortia vying for the project are:

  • ConnectSouth - with principal contractors Fulton Hogan and John Holland;
  • Peninsula Gateway Consortium - with Leighton Contractors as the leading partner;
  • Urban Connect - principal contractors Spanish-based Acciona and BMD Constructions;
  • Southernway - with Abigroup as the leading partner; and
  • Connect 11 Partnership - with principal contractors Thiess and McConnell Dowell

“The high level of interest in a project of this size is a significant vote of confidence – companies are ready, willing and able to deliver Victoria’s next major piece of freeway infrastructure,” Victorian Roads and Ports Minister Tim Pallas said.

“This project will be delivered as an Availability Public Private Partnership (APPP), which will allow the 25 kilometre road to remain toll-free while harnessing the benefits of private sector involvement.” 

The Victorian Government allocated $354.3 million over four years in the 2009 State Budget for the Peninsula Link project, which will secure up to 4000 direct jobs over the life of the project.

The expressions of interest will be evaluated and a shortlist of two or three consortia will continue through the bidding process. Shortlisted bidders will receive a Request for Proposal (RFP) with detailed documentation expected to be issued in mid-June.

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01 Juin | Expansion for Darwin Port

Article paru le 01 Juin sur le site web de " Austrade "

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The Australian Government has committed $50 million for the development of Darwin Port, subject to the outcome of further work currently underway. 

The Australian Treasurer, Wayne Swan, announced the contribution for the development of Darwin Port in the recent Federal Budget.

Darwin Port is the primary transport link from the Northern Territory to Asia Pacific markets.

Mr Swan said that the expansion is expected to double the capacity of existing facilities, reduce export costs, and improve the competitiveness of Australia’s critical export gateways. The Darwin Port expansion will deliver new berthing capacity and ship loading facilities so that the port can accommodate large ships suited to the transportation of bulk resources and commodities.

Construction is expected to commence in 2010-11, and additional berths could be operation from 2012-13.

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15 Juin | Australian Government’s Major Project Facilitation program

Article paru le 15 Juin sur le site web du " Australian Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government "


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The Australian Government encourages private sector investment in productive and sustainable enterprise in order to foster long-term productivity growth in the Australian economy.

For this reason, the Australian Government’s Major Project Facilitation (MPF) program provides a range of services to suitable applicants.

Information about this important program is now available online at www.majorprojectfacilitation.gov.au.

The program is administered by the Australian Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, and is open to all industry sectors, not just the infrastructure sector.

Projects currently holding Major Project Facilitation status include those in the oil and gas and minerals sector, agri-business and advanced manufacturing.

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15 Juin | 2009 Budget delivers record $62.9 billion building program for NSW
(Projects include development of Port Botany and the Metro of Sydney)

Communiqué paru le 15 Juin 2009 sur le site web du "Premier of New South Wales " www.premier.nsw.gov.au

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NSW Premier Nathan Rees announced today that NSW Budget will support up to 160,000 jobs a year through a record $62.9 billion building program over the next four years – the largest infrastructure investment in NSW history.

The Premier made the announcement during a tour of the $1 billion dollar expansion of Port Botany that includes five new shipping berths, a new container terminal and 540 construction jobs.

“We will be spending more than ever before on infrastructure in education, health and transport to build a better future for NSW.

“These projects are employing builders, carpenters, electricians, plumbers and painters while supporting associated industries including transport and handling.

“Our commitments will see benefits delivered during the first year alone and continue to support jobs during a global recession,” said Mr Rees.

Treasurer Eric Roozendaal said the NSW Government will invest $18 billion in infrastructure in 2009-10 - 31.4 percent higher than in 2008-09.

“Our investment means job-supporting infrastructure, a boost to business confidence and protection for frontline services.

“The NSW economy has felt the impact of the global recession, with the state’s economy heavily dependent on the housing construction, tourism and financial services sectors,” Mr Roozendaal said.

The $62.9 billion infrastructure program will include up to $5 billion in Federal stimulus funding invested in NSW projects over the four years.

NSW Government key infrastructure over the next four years includes:

  • $15.7 billion on securing NSW’s energy supplies;
  • $10.8 billion on new roads including $3.2 billion for the Pacific Highway;
  • $5.4 billion on water and sewerage;
  • $2.7 billion towards the Sydney Metro;
  • $935 million for rail clearways;
  • $804 million for the South West Rail Link;
  • $5.7 billion in school education including:
    - $2.9 billion for Building the Education Revolution
    - $176 million for the Digital Education Revolution
    - $50 million each year for Trade Training Centres
    - Around $600 million each year for schools and TAFE colleges;
  • $4.3 billion investment in social housing including:
    - $2 billion as part of the Nation Building Economic Stimulus Plan, supporting an estimated 6,500 new social housing dwellings and upgrades on existing dwellings
    - Around $500 million each year for NSW’s program for new dwellings and improvements to existing dwellings;
  • $2.4 billion into health services, including:
    - $138 million for the $973 million Royal North Shore Hospital
    - Redevelopment of Nepean and Narrabri Hospitals.

The policy areas are based on the Australian Bureau of Statistics’ system of Government Finance Statistics (GFS).

GFS policy areas do not always align with individual agency infrastructure investment budgets as an agency can provide a range of services that are classified into more than one GFS policy area.

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Pour plus d'information sur la construction du metro de Sydney, consulter le communiqué de presse du ministre des transports


06 Juillet | Gold Coast Rapid Transit : Geen Light for Project Means Jobs for the Coast

Communiqué paru le 06 Juillet 2009 sur le site web du " Australian Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government "

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Work will start on the Gold Coast Rapid Transit system within weeks creating thousands of jobs and building the infrastructure that Australia's fastest growing city needs, Premier Anna Bligh announced today.

Ms Bligh joined Federal Minister Justine Elliot and Gold Coast Mayor Ron Clarke to sign the agreement to jointly fund the Gold Coast Rapid Transit project, with the State Government committing $464 million.

"This is it. The planning stage is over. Today we can say we are building the Gold Coast Rapid Transit system," said the Premier.

Ms Bligh said the $949 million project would become the engine-room of the Coast economy, generating 6300 direct and indirect jobs during construction and creating the infrastructure the Gold Coast needs to thrive.

"We know how important construction and tourism are to the Gold Coast and in the current climate both industries are doing it tough," she said.

"That's why this project is so important. It delivers construction jobs now, and builds an iconic and essential piece of tourism infrastructure for the future.

"This will be the only light rail system in the State, and it will literally change the face of the Gold Coast."

Ms Bligh said the government had approved the Business Case for the 13km project from Griffith University to Broadbeach, including Southport and Surfers Paradise, meaning work could now get underway.

"Residents will see surveyors along the corridor within weeks, with work starting on things like moving electricity lines and water pipes and bridge construction," she said.

"We will use local workers wherever possible - local builders, civil works contractors, specialist consultants and public utility installers.

"This will be a shot in the arm for the local construction industry."

The project will be delivered in three phases:

  • Early works - mid 2009 to mid 2011
  • Operator procurement - mid 2009 to early 2011
  • Infrastructure delivery - early 2011 to late 2013

The completed Rapid Transit system will be up and running by January 2014.

Ms Bligh said government would fund the infrastructure, while a private sector partner would provide the carriages and depots as well as run the service.

"It's a type of public private partnership called an 'operator franchise'," she said.

"State, federal and local government will build the infrastructure, while the private sector will bring finance and innovation to the delivery of the actual service.

"It's the best of both worlds - and we will be looking locally, nationally and internationally for an operator to deliver a one-of-a-kind system for the Coast."

Ms Bligh said a briefing would be held for industry on 29 July, with dozens of companies expected to express an interest in the project.

"The briefing will be the beginning of the tendering phase of the project. Interested companies should visit the project website to get involved.

"Obviously choosing an operator is the biggest decision we have to make. That's why it will take until early 2011 to lock it in.

"But we didn't want to sit on our hands until that happened. The Coast needs jobs now, and by starting early works immediately we can deliver them."

Minister Elliot said the federal government commitment to the project recognised its national, as well as local, significance.

"This was one of 15 projects to receive funding as part of our major infrastructure investment in the 2009-10 Budget. Our $365 million is a significant commitment to the Coast," she said.

"Gold Coast Rapid Transit is a project of national significance that will deliver a number of social, economic and environmental benefits to this great city.

"When the project is complete, it will carry an estimated 40,000 workers into Southport, Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach.

"It's expected that 20 per cent of the Coast's total population - as well as 50,000 to 60,000 overnight visitors - will be located within walking distance of the route. That means significant economic as well as transport benefits for the Gold Coast community."

Mayor Clarke said the Gold Coast City Council's significant contribution of $120 million recognised the importance of the project to the city's future.

"This will bring new, permanent jobs a change to the public transport network on the Gold Coast," Mayor Clarke said.

"As a result of the rapid transit system, 4 million bus service kilometres will be freed up along the coastal strip and redirected to areas not directly serviced by the system.

"The system will be integral to servicing the new Gold Coast University Hospital, as well as to the ongoing development of Griffith University.

"The commercial and retail centres of Southport, Surfers Paradise and Broadbeach, now suffering from increasing road congestion, will be easier to get to, and that can only mean more jobs.

"This project is absolutely vital to this city as we head towards one million residents and I am excited that we are now able to get on with making it a reality."

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Pour plus d'informations sur le projet " Gold Coast Rapid Transit ", visiter www.goldcoastrapidtransit.qld.gov.au
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