Building AD Atrium Glazing - Waterfront Campus

The rooftop glazing in the central atrium of Building AD has reached end-of-life and will be replaced. The new high-performance skylight system will improve thermal performance and watertight integrity.

Commencement: Monday 13 July 2026.

Expected Completion: Late-September 2026.

The scope of this project includes:

• Demolition and removal of the existing single-glazed skylight and all associated framing and fixings.
• Installation of a new high-performance double-glazed skylight system.

Construction impacts:

• High-noise activity will occur while scaffolding is erected and dismantled on the following dates. Noise is expected to echo throughout the building; please consider working from an alternative location.
  • Scaffolding erection: 13 July - 23 July
  • Scaffolding dismantling: Mid to late-September (date to be confirmed)
• No access to the atrium area on the above dates. Access remains to the lifts and the alternative stairwell at all times.
• Scaffolding will be in place for the duration of the project which will fill the majority of the central atrium. This will create a visual impact, but we aren't expecting disruptive noise outside of the erection/dismantling stages.
• Contractors will be present in the building.
• Crane activity will be taking place on Cunningham Street, between the lawn and the services ramp.

More information
Yajing Xiao 
Infrastructure and Digital
yajing.xiao@deakin.edu.au

Health Simulation Spaces - Waterfront Campus

New teaching and simulation spaces are being constructed in Building D, Level 2 at the Waterfront Campus to facilitate the new Master of Speech Pathology (MSP).

This project will refurbish existing space to create fit-for-purpose teaching and learning facilities that meet accreditation and program requirements.

The scope of the project includes:

• Demolition of existing internal linings
• Upgrade of services
• New walls, ceiling, floor coverings and doors
• Simulation spaces
• Breakout room
• Wash up and kitchen space
• Workstations
• Storeroom

Construction impacts may include:

• Enclosed site with visible construction hoarding
• Contractor presence in the area
• Intermittent construction noise, with noisy works scheduledthoughtfully.

More information
Chris Carlon
Infrastructure and Digital
c.carlon@deakin.edu.au

John Hay Courtyard Repairs and Uplift - Waterfront Campus

Works are commencing Thursday 23 April, in the John Hay Courtyard and adjacent loading area at Waterfront Campus, with construction expected to be ongoing until late-May 2026.

During this time, you can expect:

• Several sections of the courtyard will be cordoned off; however, pedestrians will still be able to move through the courtyard.
• No access to the courtyard via the Brougham/Cunningham Street stairs. Several other entry points to campus are available, including Gheringhap Street, Western Beach Road and the Eastern end of Cunningham Street (through Building AD).
• Construction noise from concrete demolition, pressure cleaning and concrete saw cutting is expected.

The approximate schedule of key works commencing is as follows:

23 April - Concrete saw cutting and demolition
20 April - High pressure cleaning
14 May - New concrete pour
21 May - Washdown and new saw cuts.

This project is required to uplift and repair the concrete and underlying infrastructure in the courtyard and the adjacent loading area behind Costa Hall.

Please follow all contractor signage and directions and move with caution as you pass work zones.

More information
Ryan Chirgwin
Infrastructure and Digital
r.chirgwin@deakin.edu.au

Road maintenance and improvements - Waurn Ponds Campus

Road maintenance and upgrades are taking place across several locations at the Waurn Ponds Campus until early-July 2026.

Works are being carried out in a phased program to minimise disruption; however, there will be detours and car park closures over the coming months as follows.

All dates are approximate and may change with inclement weather or unforeseen delays.

• 8 April – 13 May - Jarvis Oval access road closed. Access Jarvis Oval from the south via Waurn Ponds Drive/Jarvis Oval bridge.
• 28 April – 6 May - A section of Nicol Drive North, adjacent to Building DD will be closed. Detours will be in place. Shuttle Bus Stop 3  (outside Building LA) will be closed, please use alternative shuttle bus stops.
• 28 April – 25 May - Car Park 1 (adjacent to Building DD) and Kings Way closed. Please utilise neighbouring car parks.
• 25 May - 2 July - Alfred Deakin Drive closed and bus stops relocated to Lake Drive. Lake Drive will be one way and open to buses only.
• 15 June – 26 June - Car Park 15 (adjacent to Building HE) closed.

Traffic management staff and signage will be in place to assist vehicles in detouring around work zones.

This essential project will improve the condition and safety of the road network within the Waurn Ponds Campus and will involve:

• Excavation
• Asphalting and new pavements
• Line marking, including pedestrian crossings

More information
Ryan Chirgwin
Infrastructure and Digital
+61 3 522 72743
r.chirgwin@deakin.edu.au

Water Fountain Rectification and Upgrade - Waurn Ponds Campus

The water fountain located between Buildings JB and JC at the Waurn Ponds Campus is being rectified and upgraded to reinstate functionality and improve the look of the area.

This project will run between 17 March and mid-2026 and will replace the aging operational infrastructure (pumps, filters, etc.), fix cracks and install new tiles that align with the nature walk around campus.

While works are underway, you may notice:

• Intermittent construction noise
• Some pedestrian detours around the work site
• Contractor presence in the area.

Please move with caution around the work zone and follow all directional and safety signage.

More information
Aaron Ruddick
Infrastructure and Digital
+61 3 5227  3747
aaron.ruddick@deakin.edu.au