Summer Issue 2012 - cfmeu

CBD / METRO PROJECTS
THE WA Government announced John Holland has been
awarded the Stage Two contract to complete the design
and construction of the $1.2billion new Children’s
Hospital.
The project will provide new inner-city residential options
as well as much needed hotel and short-stay
accommodation, and significant additional commercial
space.
It is one of several major urban development’s being
undertaken that will help to further position Perth as a
contemporary, international city.
CATHEDRAL PRECINCT - MIRVAC
ELIZABETH QUAY DEVELOPMENT
• 1st Stage Forward works – Georgiou Group
• 2nd stage Leighton Broad
Elizabeth Quay (formerly Perth Waterfront) is a $2.6billion
project.
It will cover nearly 10 hectares of prime riverfront land
between Barrack and William Streets in the heart of the
city.
The project will create a precinct featuring a 2.7 hectare
inlet surrounded by a split level promenade, shops,
cafes, restaurants and other exciting entertainment
venues.
Over the next three years the Cathedral + Treasury
Precinct will undergo a significant transformation which
will include the following key works:
• The 135 year old, heritage listed Treasury Buildings on
the corner of St Georges Terrace and Barrack Street
will be restored and turned into an exciting mix of
hotel, hospitality and retail;
• A new 33 level office tower will be constructed
between the Treasury Buildings and the Perth Town
Hall;
• The Law Chambers will be demolished and a new City
of Perth Library will be constructed next to the Perth
Town Hall fronting Hay Street;
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