The listings below show active works across our campuses that will be ongoing for more than one week and/or are in a prominent area. Please click on the relevant headline for more information about each project, including the contact details of the project manager in case you have any questions or concerns.
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| Posted | Campus | Description | Start | Finish |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19/04/2024 | Burwood | Service interruptions - Buildings HB, HC, HD, HE, and HH | 01/05/2024 | 02/05/2024 |
| 05/04/2024 | Waurn Ponds | Future Economy Precinct infrastructure enabling | 08/04/2024 | 31/12/2024 |
| 15/03/2024 | Burwood | Bennettswood Reserve carpark closure, Burwood Highway and Highbury Road lane closures | 18/03/2024 | 30/09/2024 |
| 14/03/2024 | Waterfront | Sir Charles Hotham Hotel - Wall structure works | 18/03/2024 | 31/05/2024 |
| 14/03/2024 | Waterfront | Geelong Convention and Events Centre (GCEC) - Construction update | 22/08/2023 | 31/12/2026 |
| 29/02/2024 | Waterfront | Smythe Street, Multideck Carpark and Car Park 3 Access Closures | 28/02/2024 | 31/12/2024 |
| 28/02/2024 | Waterfront | Costa Hall Entry | 28/02/2024 | 30/08/2024 |
| 17/01/2024 | Waurn Ponds | Feed extrusion project - NK1.300, Building NK | 22/01/2024 | 31/05/2024 |
Service interruptions - Buildings HB, HC, HD, HE, and HH - Burwood
Starts 01/05/2024, finishes 02/05/2024The Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system and power connected to Buildings HB, HC, HD, HE, and HH, Burwood Campus will be affected early-May.
Please see the below schedule for reference of the upcoming service interruptions:
Buildings HB, HC, and HE - HVAC outage, Wednesday 1 May between 6 and 10pm
Buildings HC, HD, HE, and HH - Power outage, Thursday 2 May between 6 and 10pm
The power outage will affect the comms, security/CCTV, and all electrical and mechanical systems, and entry to the affected buildings will not be permitted for safety reasons unless arranged beforehand.
Please consider whether any equipment will be adversely affected by these outages and take the necessary steps prior.
More information
Greg Hayselden
Infrastructure, Property and Precincts
61 3 522 73385
g.hayselden@deakin.edu.au
Future Economy Precinct infrastructure enabling - Waurn Ponds
Starts 08/04/2024, finishes 31/12/2024Future Economy Precinct enabling infrastructure works are scheduled to take place between mid-April and late-2024 behind Building NP and NR, with site establishment commencing from Monday 8 April. These works are to install facilities infrastructure such as electricity, sewer lines and fire tanks.
Most works will be off the road adjacent to Nicol Drive North however, there will be a temporary road closure for five weeks whilst hydraulic works take place.
Throughout this project the car parks surrounding the buildings and the one-way road behind Building NP will remain accessible.
More information
Alex D'Aloia
Infrastructure, Property and Precincts
61 409 730 402
alex.daloia@deakin.edu.au
Bennettswood Reserve carpark closure, Burwood Highway and Highbury Road lane closures - Burwood
Starts 18/03/2024, finishes 30/09/2024Starts Monday 18 March 2024, finishes Monday 30 September 2024.
Changed traffic conditions and access closures are planned for Bennettswood Reserve carpark, Burwood Highway and Highbury Road, as follows:
- Bennettswood Reserve southern carpark closure (near Entrance 1), impacting 30 car spaces, from Monday 18 March for up to six months.
- Burwood Highway eastbound lane closures, from Elgar Road to Holland Avenue, from late March for up to six months.
- Access to Holland Avenue will be maintained at all times.
- No impacts to the 75 tram service.
- Pedestrian detours along Burwood Highway (northern footpath), within Gardiners Creek Trail.
- Highbury Road lane closures from April for up to two months.
These adjustments are required for works as a part of the ongoing Suburban Rail Loop project.
More information or assistance:
Email contact@srla.vic.gov.au or visit suburbanrailloop.vic.gov.au
Sir Charles Hotham Hotel - Wall structure works - Waterfront
Starts 18/03/2024, finishes 31/05/2024Structural works on the north wall of Sir Charles Hotham Hotel, adjoining the open-air car park (CP3), will be commencing on Monday 18 March with completion expected by the end of May.
These works are taking place to remove the temporary wall supports and reinstate permanent structural integrity.
Some noise is expected during this time and a small number of car parking spaces in CP3 will be reserved for contractors however, the works are not expected to be overly disruptive.
More information
Saumya Brahma
Infrastructure, Property and Precincts
61 488 282 626
saumya.brahma@deakin.edu.au
Geelong Convention and Events Centre (GCEC) - Construction update - Waterfront
Starts 22/08/2023, finishes 31/12/2026The Nyaal Banyul GCEC precinct will include the construction of the purpose-built convention and exhibition space, incorporating a 1000 seat venue, two large exhibition spaces, meeting rooms, conference facilities and flexible event spaces.
As this precinct is in such close proximity to the Waterfront Campus, we will be providing monthly updates on construction works.
April 2024
Bulk excavation
- Bulk excavation is now 50 complete. There will continue to be increased truck movements for the removal of soil and debris.
- Drilling of retention ground anchors is also ongoing. Noise levels will be maintained in accordance with the EPA Guidelines.
- Dust will be suppressed using street sweepers and water spray as required.
Foundation concreting
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Concrete boom pumps will be onsite to pump concrete into footings and foundations.
Main works set up
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Loading bays have been established alongside the site on Smythe St to facilitate main works, while ensuring safe passage of one-way local traffic. Changed traffic conditions are in line with the project's approved Construction Management Plan.
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No vehicle access to the Multideck Carpark (CP2) and the open-air car park (CP3) early-May (date TBC). Assistance will be provided for users of the car parks to exit, if required, but no entry will be permitted.
Superstructure works
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Superstructure works have commenced therefore, there will be an increase in deliveries via the Smythe St loading bay, as well as expansion of the subcontractor workforce.
Operating hours
Standard site operating hours are as follows:
- Monday to Friday 7am-7pm
- Saturday 8am-3pm
- Sunday (as required via permit application and approval)
Please note construction may occasionally extend beyond operating hours due to unforeseen circumstances, with approval from CoGG and authorities.
If you have any queries in relation to construction, please contact the contractors directly via gcec@built.com.au.
For all other enquiries about Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre please email gcec@development.vic.gov.au or visit www.development.vic.gov.au/nyaal-banyul.
Smythe Street, Multideck Carpark and Car Park 3 Access Closures - Waterfront
Starts 28/02/2024, finishes 31/12/2024Changed traffic conditions and access closures are planned for Smythe Street, adjacent to the Waterfront Campus, as follows:
- No vehicle access to Smythe Street on between 16-17 March. This will result in no vehicle access to the Multideck Carpark (CP2) and the open-air car park (CP3) on these dates. Assistance will be provided for users of the car parks to exit, if required, but no entry will be permitted.
- The underground carpark (CP1) via Brougham Street, will be available for staff and students between 7am and 10pm, as alternative parking. Orange bays can be utilised by all VPermit and CellOPark users on this occasion.
- Smythe Street to become a one-way street, with vehicles to enter Smythe Street from Cavendish Street only, from Wednesday 13 March. This will be in place for approx. 18 months.
- Signage and barrier installation for the changed traffic conditions will commence on Monday 4 March.
- Pedestrian access to our car parks from Brougham Street will remain.
Traffic management will be in place to assist vehicles to detour.
These adjustments are required for construction works as part of the ongoing Geelong Convention and Event Centre (GCEC) project.
More information or assistance:
Email gcec@built.com.au
Costa Hall Entry - Waterfront
Starts 28/02/2024, finishes 30/08/2024We are creating a welcoming and inclusive arrival experience at Costa Hall, giving the iconic auditorium an inspiring and distinctive new entry point.
Located just next to the existing Costa Hall entry on Gheringhap Street, the impressive new entry will be highly visible from the street and will provide an accessible entrance with improved signage while remaining respectful to the heritage of the existing building, which is a converted 19th-century wool store.
Expected construction timeline: April - August 2024
Status of Project: Delivery
Location: Waterfront Campus, Building D, Level 2 (ground level).
Project inclusions
- Wheelchair-accessible entry to the Waterfront Campus located next to the existing entry on Gheringhap Street
- Highly visible and easily identifiable entry point to Costa Hall which is welcoming and inspiring
- Enhanced foyer space that allows for the movement and gathering of large groups of people
- New lighting system and controls
- New signage and event promotion opportunities
- External paving.
Work components
- Site establishment in Building D and set up of site amenities (site shed, contractor amenities, site bin, and unloading zone) in Car Park 3.
- Installation of site safety and project promotion signage
- Demolition works
- Structural works - slab pour, structural steel, concrete steps
- Main works - stud wall, timber refinishing, rough-in services, fire roller door installation, plaster and painting
- Installation of platform lift
- Indoor plant
- Fit off services
- Fixtures and finishes - windows and glazed doors, joinery and handrails, acoustic panels
- Defects and final handover
Construction impacts
- Access changes, including altered pathway access externally
- Noise impacts to surrounding areas, including on Level 2 (teaching spaces D2.330, D2.194 and D2,193) and Level 3 (workspace D3.322)
- Contractor presence in and around Building D
- Loss of approx. 11 parking spaces in Car Park 3 due to site amenities
More information
Ashwini Pradhan
Infrastructure, Property and Precincts
61 3 924 68425
a.pradhan@deakin.edu.au
Feed extrusion project - NK1.300, Building NK - Waurn Ponds
Starts 22/01/2024, finishes 31/05/2024Construction of a Feed Extrusion Laboratory is scheduled to commence in Building NK, Level 1 (NK1.300) from Monday 22 January until the end of May. This project is part of AquAFI, a VHESIF project, and will enable teaching and research activities to take place in NK1.300.
During this time you can expect:
- General construction noise,
- Contractors moving throughout the building, and
- Building service interruptions at specific times.
More information
Ella Cole
Infrastructure, Property and Precincts
61 3 522 78213
ella.cole@deakin.edu.au