BUILDING AUSTRALIA
A National Collection of Award Winning Housing and Construction
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Every project reflects our commitment to quality, collaboration, and innovation - Building for Life, one landmark at a time.
ABOUT MASTER BUILDERS AUSTRALIA
Master Builders holds a prestigious heritage as Australia’s oldest industry association, dating back to its federation during the inaugural National Annual Conference in November 1890. Over the span of 130 years, Master Builders has been instrumental in constructing a wide array of Australian structures, including family homes, schools, offices, vital public infrastructure, and renowned landmarks.
The membership base of Master Builders state and territory Associations has flourished to encompass more than 32,000 businesses nationwide, ranging from small builders and subcontractors to major national and international construction companies. This diverse membership also includes suppliers and professional industry advisers.
Members of Master Builders are acknowledged for their unwavering dedication to excellence, proudly showcasing the Master Builders logo as a symbol of quality assurance to their clients. As the primary representative body for the building and construction sector, Master Builders assumes a pivotal role, offering advocacy, training services, and strategic counsel on an array of topics such as building regulations, policy, workplace relations, legal matters, economics, workplace health and safety, and international relations.
With offices strategically located in all state and territory capital cities, as well as major regional centres across Australia, Master Builders boasts a team of seasoned professionals who possess a deep understanding of local markets and regulations. This enables them to provide a spectrum of services, products, and advice tailored to meet the needs of their diverse clientele.
PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
The 2025 Master Builders Australia National Excellence in Building and Construction Awards, held in Adelaide, once again celebrated the very best our industry has to offer. The growing number of entries at the State and Territory level each year demonstrates the value and prestige these awards hold within our sector.
This year’s award winners showcase exceptional buildings and infrastructure projects delivered by the hard-working, highly skilled, and dedicated people who make up our industry. The attention to detail, craftsmanship, and exemplary execution—often under challenging conditions—highlight the remarkable coordination between clients, designers, consultants, and subcontractors. These qualities are on full display across our 50 building and construction award categories and five business excellence categories.
Our awards also shine a light on the incredible diversity of our membership. From residential renovations and new homes to the construction of schools, roads, aged care facilities, highrise developments, commercial buildings, and arts and tourism infrastructure—our members continue to set the standard for quality, safety, and innovation in Australia’s built environment.
The judges noted that the standard of entries this year was exceptionally high, making their task more challenging than ever. Each category required rigorous evaluation to identify the best among many outstanding contenders. In particular, the Young Builder of the Year and Apprentice of the Year categories stood out, with the calibre of candidates making the final decision especially difficult.
Reaching the national awards stage is an achievement in itself, and I commend all finalists for their outstanding contributions. You represent the future of our industry and the enduring strength of Master Builders’ values of excellence and professionalism.
Finally, I extend my sincere thanks to our sponsors for their continued partnership and support. Together, we celebrate not just the winners, but the people, projects, and passion that continue to build Australia’s future.
CRAIG EDMUNDS National President
WINNERS
N T ION L BUSINESS
2025 W RDS
SMALL RESIDENTIAL BUILDING COMPANY –ANNUAL TURNOVER UNDER $6M
NATIONAL BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS
Master Builders Australia prioritises best business practice among its members, aiming to establish sustainable supply chain structures and foster profitability. In line with this vision, the National Business Excellence Awards recognise outstanding business acumen, improvements, innovation, and corporate responsibility within the building and construction industry. These awards highlight and celebrate businesses that excel in best practices, inspiring others to integrate excellence into their long-term strategies.
Avid Construction & Contracting
NEW SOUTH WALES
From Ballina Avid Constructions blends craft discipline and care to deliver exceptional homes. Director Rhys Carmichael leads a tight team that pairs financial rigour with weekly cashflow staged progress claims and an eight million dollar pipeline. Client first systems, such as Buildertrend, and a qualified client liaison keep customers informed and supported. An in-house cabinetry workshop reduced cost and lead time while premium finishes and exacting site coordination ensure quality. Apprenticeships and targeted upskilling maintain capability and near zero staff turnover. Rigorous safety practices waste diversion and lower upfront carbon support sustainable outcomes. Transparent processes, technical skill, and community focus deliver dependable results and lasting value, making Avid Construction and Contracting an exemplar of business excellence in 2025.
MASTER BUILDERS INSURANCE
BROKERS MEDIUM RESIDENTIAL
BUILDING COMPANY – ANNUAL TURNOVER BETWEEN $6M–$23M
Minniti Group
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Perth based Minniti Group puts excellence at the heart of every build. Their showroom and dedicated client liaison create a clear, supportive experience from design through handover. Longstanding supplier partnerships and highly skilled trades deliver meticulous craftsmanship and premium finishes on time. The team embraces digital workflows including BIM to reduce errors and speed delivery while exploring sustainable materials and renewable transport to lower carbon and running costs. Apprenticeships and targeted upskilling grow local capability and preserve quality across projects. Through disciplined processes, collaborative design and deep community commitment, Minniti Group consistently turns ambitious briefs into dependable, beautiful homes and measurable business performance.
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LARGE RESIDENTIAL
BUILDING COMPANY –ANNUAL TURNOVER OVER $23M
Eden Brae Homes
NEW SOUTH WALES
For 25 years, Eden Brae Homes has built trust through care, respect and uncompromising quality. Their customer-first systems deliver transparency and predictability. Rigorous operational control, real time data and EBH Ontime trade allocation drive 98.5 per cent on time completions while ISO and iCIRT accreditations confirm financial and governance strength. Pathways apprenticeships and targeted training grow local skills, Tradestart rewards trades and Tidysite diverts over 90 per cent of construction waste. That relentless focus on people, processes and performance creates confident customers, resilient teams and sustainable communities, the very qualities recognised by the National Business Excellence award.
SMALL COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY –ANNUAL TURNOVER UNDER $25M
LARGE
COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION COMPANY–ANNUAL TURNOVER OVER $60M
Lowcock Builders
QUEENSLAND
For over a century, Lowcock Builders has built more than structures; they’ve built trust. Rigorous financial stewardship and strategic reinvestment keep the business resilient and future ready. ISO certified systems, cloud based project controls and dedicated compliance roles deliver consistent, high quality outcomes on complex commercial projects. Their Pathways for apprentices, local supplier partnerships and MATES mental health programs strengthen community and workforce capability. Fast, transparent client communication and decisive problem solving such as sourcing emergency power to keep a client operating showcase customer focus and accountability. That blend of integrity, systems and community commitment is why Lowcock stands recognised for national business excellence.
Decode Constructions
NEW SOUTH WALES
For 17 years Decode Construction has delivered certainty through debt free financial discipline, ISO accredited systems and rigorous procurement that protect clients and cashflow. Their Preferred Partners network and centralised controls stabilise costs, drive quality and unlock efficiencies across large, complex projects. Decode pairs operational precision with a dedicated Customer Care team that closes the loop from handover to long term support, and a people first culture that builds capability, diversity and safety. This combination of financial strength, systems excellence and unwavering client focus is what sets Decode apart and has earned them national recognition for business excellence.
NATIONAL EXCELLENCE IN BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION AWARDS
The Awards celebrate the highest quality of workmanship. They recognise the challenges that were overcome to deliver extraordinary projects of outstanding quality and value for clients. They reward the innovation, commitment to continuous improvement and employment of skilled tradespeople that allow National Winners to achieve such high standards.
The finalists are winners of their Master Builders State and Territory Excellence in Building and Construction Awards and are now in the running for a prestigious National Award.
Showcasing the 2024 National Excellence in Building and Construction Awards recognises the best building projects from communities around the country and the builders that constructed them across the residential, commercial/industrial and civil/infrastructure construction sectors.
AWARD CATEGORIES
MAJOR
NATIONAL PRESIDENT’S AWARD
NATIONAL APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR
NATIONAL YOUNG BUILDER OF THE YEAR
NATIONAL RESIDENTIAL MASTER BUILDER OF THE YEAR
NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION MASTER BUILDER OF THE YEAR
SPECIAL
WOODSOLUTIONS NATIONAL SUSTAINABILITY RESIDENTIAL BUILDING AWARD
NATIONAL SUSTAINABILITY IN A COMMERCIAL BUILDING AWARD
NATIONAL SPECIALIST CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR AWARD
– Residential
– Construction
OFFICE OF THE FEDERAL SAFETY COMMISSIONER NATIONAL EXCELLENCE IN WORKPLACE
HEALTH AND SAFETY AWARD (COMMERCIAL)
NATIONAL EDUCATION FACILITY AWARD
NATIONAL HEALTH FACILITY AWARD
NATIONAL ENTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION FACILITY AWARD
NATIONAL COMMERCIAL HISTORICAL RESTORATION/ RENOVATION AWARD
RESIDENTIAL
NATIONAL RENOVATIONS/ EXTENSIONS AWARD
– under $350,000
– $350,000 to $500,000
– $500,000 to $750,000
– $750,000 to $1 Million
– $1 Million to $2 Million
– over $2 Million
NATIONAL DISPLAY HOME AWARD
– under $400,000
– $400,000 to $600,000
– $600,000 to $800,000
– over $800,000
CBUS NATIONAL MEDIUM DENSITY
– 2 to 5 Dwellings
– over 5 Dwellings
CONSTRUCTION
CBUS NATIONAL HIGH RISE APARTMENT BUILDING AWARD
NATIONAL FIT-OUT AWARD
– under $5 Million
– $5 Million to $10 Million
– over $10 Million
NATIONAL CIVIL/ INFRASTRUCTURE AWARD
– under $25 Million
– over $25 Million
NATIONAL ASSISTED/ADAPTABLE LIVING AWARD
NATIONAL LIFESTYLE HOUSING FOR SENIORS AWARD
– Retirement Villages
– Aged Care Facilities
NATIONAL CONTRACT HOME AWARD
– under $400,000
– $400,000 to $500,000
– $500,000 to $600,000
– Master Builders Insurance Brokers - $600,000 to $800,000
– $800,000 to $1 Million
– $1 Million to $2 Million
– $2 Million to $4 Million
– $4 Million to $6 Million
– Toyota - over $6 Million
NATIONAL COMMERCIAL/ INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION AWARD
– under $5 Million
– $5 Million to $10 Million
– $10 Million to $20 Million
– $20 Million to $50 Million
– $50 Million to $100 Million
– over $100 Million
Nathan Grant
NORTHERN TERRITORY
Nathan Grant arrived on site as a determined apprentice and leaves recognised as a leader. On the $17.2 million Berrimah Farm Science Services project he mastered slab set outs, formwork, waterproofing and complex precast panel installation then stepped up to supervise core fill, operate plant and coordinate subcontractors. While balancing study and two young children he completed rigging, dogging, EWP, telehandler, working at heights and first aid certifications and mentored YouthWorX students. Judges highlighted his leadership and teamwork as outstanding and noted he is already operating at acting site manager level. Calm, practical and reliable, Nathan solves technical challenges from curved concrete radiuses to WHS coordination. Now Leading Hand on the Parap Preschool and studying a Diploma in Building and Construction he combines craft, judgement and quiet mentorship. Nathan embodies the trades we need tomorrow.
NATIONAL APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR
NATIONAL YOUNG BUILDER OF THE YEAR
Luke Callery
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Luke Callery embodies the next generation of Australian builders, recognised for leadership, technical discipline and industry uplift. An apprentice trained carpenter who founded Callery Building in 2017, Luke leads a ten strong team delivering high performance, energy efficient renovations and extensions. He pairs trade craft with modern business discipline, investing in coaching, knowing his numbers and embedding practical systems such as QR linked digital plans and stage gated QA checklists. Judges praised his calm, education led leadership and outstanding people development, noting he “builds capability through education” and is a “clear front runner” on technical rigour. Through his Build Insight platform and local peer networks he shares innovations openly, mentoring apprentices and lifting the wider industry. Luke’s reflective, team first approach, measured professionalism and relentless focus on quality make him a national exemplar of modern building practice.
HOUSING WINNERS
O'Shea & Sons Builders
NATIONAL RESIDENTIAL MASTER BUILDER OF THE YEAR
Jager Build
Horseshoe Hill
QUEENSLAND
Horseshoe Hill celebrates a harmonious blend of innovative design and technical expertise, showcasing a mastery of both traditional and modern construction techniques. The Jager Build team perfectly executed the unique construction of the signature horseshoe shaped curve, from the precision formed concrete elements to the careful integration of recessed lighting, warm timber joinery and natural stone, displaying exceptional craftsmanship at every junction and finish in this remarkable home. Boasting a soaring double height living area anchored by a dramatic stone fireplace, a visually seamless infinity pool and a series of stepped terraces that meet and respect the landscape, Horseshoe Hill stands as a crafted masterpiece of form, detail and enduring quality.
Taylor Construction Group
John Cunningham Student Centre
NEW SOUTH WALES
The John Cunningham Student Centre project by Taylor Construction Group is a new addition and upgrade to the existing Stevenson Library building within The Scots College. Works have transformed what was a bare structure into a larger and more practical building with modern amenities and technologies and an authentic, internationally acclaimed Scots Baronial design. The project doubled the floor plate, introduced a new masonry and stone façade, and delivered multiple accessible learning spaces, dedicated pastoral care and counselling facilities, enhanced research areas and formal function rooms. Overcoming programme changes, severe weather, pandemic disruption and inflation, the team sustained momentum across a complex construct-only contract to deliver a practical, technology enabled campus hub that strengthens the school’s operations and legacy.
NATIONAL PRESIDENT’S AWARD
WOODSOLUTIONS NATIONAL SUSTAINABILITY RESIDENTIAL BUILDING AWARD
Form Projects
Mountain House TASMANIA
This one-bedroom residence sets a benchmark in sustainable design, craftsmanship, and innovation. Built for environmentally conscious clients, it features corten steel cladding and meets BAL 40 standards. Internally, a refined palette of hardwood ply, brass details, and PVC-free Comcork flooring creates a warm, chemical-free environment. Entirely off-grid and passive, the home incorporates triple-glazed windows, low-carbon concrete, and avoids structural steel. Natural Ozmo finishes and recycled timber furniture reflect a commitment to eco-friendly materials. Site-specific strategies minimised environmental impact, including earth retention and microplastic mitigation. Mountain House exemplifies integrity and precision in sustainable, handcrafted architecture.
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NATIONAL RENOVATIONS/EXTENSIONS AWARD – UNDER $350,000
Freedom Constructions Qld
QUEENSLAND
Set on a steep rainforest hillside, this split-level home renovation demanded innovative solutions and exceptional technical skill to overcome significant site constraints. Hand excavation beneath original footings enabled a new butler’s pantry. Engineered underpinning, concrete upstands and an innovative internal waterproofing system protected the structure. Materials were carried manually and concrete was placed using a line pump with a bespoke mix for extended reach. The remodel delivers a renovated kitchen, new lower-level flooring, pool access amenities and a custom barbecue area. The successful execution of complex structural modifications, innovative problem-solving, and meticulous attention to detail has transformed this hillside home into a more functional and appealing living space that better serves its occupants' needs.
NATIONAL RENOVATIONS/EXTENSIONS AWARD – $350,000 TO $500,000
Addstyle Master Builders
Yaltara Road, City Beach
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Yaltara Road involved a third-floor extension and thoughtful internal reconfiguration to lift everyday living and capture sweeping coastal views. The lightweight upper level uses engineered timber framing and EPS cladding with acrylic render to minimise load while preserving the home’s proportions. Structural works included reinforced steel connections, new load-bearing walls and a redesigned stair void to improve circulation and natural light. Interiors feature custom joinery, a freestanding bath, full-height tiling and Caesarstone finishes. Externally, refined glazing, balustrading and an integrated alfresco connect indoor and outdoor zones. Careful planning, temporary propping and precise construction sequencing overcame access constraints to deliver a cohesive, quietly confident home.
NATIONAL RENOVATIONS/EXTENSIONS AWARD – $500,000 TO $750,000
Chapman Building Group
Beach Parade
VICTORIA
Chapman Building Group’s Beach Parade transformation demonstrates a commitment to quality in a home undergoing a significant reconfiguration. The sensitive transformation of a 1900s home reimagines key living spaces with meticulous craftsmanship and contemporary detail. The kitchen, bathrooms, laundry and dining areas were redesigned for modern flow and functionality, delivering a larger ensuite, a new walk-in pantry and fresh timber flooring throughout. Precision joinery, Caesarstone benchtops and premium finishes lift the interior while coordinated paint and new fittings create a cohesive palette. Outside, an extended deck and freestanding steel pergola expand outdoor living and entertaining areas. Floating tread stairs with integrated LED lighting provide a striking connective feature. Delivered with careful sequencing, heritage respect and sustainable materials, Beach Parade blends beauty with lasting value.
NATIONAL RENOVATIONS/EXTENSIONS AWARD – $750,000 TO $1M
Crew Built
Brooklyn Park SOUTH
AUSTRALIA
Crew Bulit’s Brooklyn Park extension project marries a 1910 stone-fronted villa with contemporary living, delivering a seamless indoor-outdoor home. Structural tie-ins respectfully retained the original fabric while a steel-framed, light-filled addition and high raking ceilings capture the northern sun.
Meticulous stone restoration, precision joinery and premium finishes are evident throughout, from streamlined cabinetry and engineered timber ceilings to expansive glazing that frames the covered alfresco. Innovative construction sequencing and close client collaboration accelerated delivery, finishing the project two months early with no handover issues. The result is a quietly elegant, highly crafted home where heritage detail meets modern workmanship and lasting quality.
NATIONAL RENOVATIONS/EXTENSIONS AWARD – $1M TO $2M
Bellevue Building Concepts
Brighton
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
This Bellevue Building Concepts project has transformed a heritage home with modern performance and meticulous craftsmanship. Sustainable Ekodeck screening and low maintenance finishes deliver contemporary aesthetics and longevity. Timber arched windows were engineered to mimic steel while remaining weather resistant. Smart systems for lighting, heating and security provide remote control and energy efficiency. A bespoke electric cellar door, commercial grade safety measures and an automated glass hatch demonstrate high-tech, space-saving innovation. Careful sequencing and close collaboration with trades allowed works to proceed with the client onsite and finish on time. The result is a safe, efficient and future-ready home where old meets new.
NATIONAL RENOVATIONS/EXTENSIONS AWARD – OVER $2M
Corella Construction
Wilston Renovation
QUEENSLAND
Corella Construction has meticulously reimagined this 1925 home into a luxurious architectural masterpiece. Key period elements were preserved and restored, including the verandah structure, brickwork, fireplaces, cornices and ceiling roses. A 308 square metre brick extension was crafted to harmonise with the original fabric, featuring bespoke arched windows, custom mouldings and an awning that reinforces the Mediterranean aesthetic. Split levels follow the sloping site to preserve topography and improve flow. High ceilings, generous glazing and passive design maximise natural ventilation and reduce air conditioning demand. Precision brickwork, specialist joinery, landscape redesign and a replaced pool complete the transformation. The result is a beautifully balanced home where heritage detail and contemporary finishes deliver exceptional liveability and lasting craftsmanship.
NATIONAL DISPLAY HOME AWARD – UNDER $400,000
Affinity Designer Homes
QUEENSLAND
Mia Mia is a study in modern elegance where craftsmanship and high-performance materials create luxurious living. A bold façade of CSR Cemintel cladding, arched doors and expansive glazing announces the home. Inside, natural stone countertops, bespoke lighting and precision joinery frame an entertainer’s kitchen with SMEG appliances, hidden pantry and a dramatic wine wall. Structural detailing and large stacker doors connect the open plan to a resort-style pool and landscaped lawns. Passive design captures south-easterly breezes while a dedicated media room and an indoor golf driving range deliver exceptional amenity and lasting finish quality.
NATIONAL DISPLAY HOME AWARD – $400,000 TO $600,000
Sunny Homes ACT
Googong
AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
The Googong display home by Sunny Homes pairs smart planning with durable, high end finishes. Wide stacking doors and expansive glazing flood the open living and dining zone with light and connect to outdoor entertaining. The gourmet kitchen features stone benchtops, soft close cabinetry and a concealed walk in pantry with a dedicated wine storage niche. Engineered timber flooring provides durability and acoustic control across living areas. Lightweight steel framing enables long spans and high ceilings while thermally efficient glazing improves comfort. Full height tiled bathrooms, frameless showers and polished chrome fittings deliver low maintenance luxury. A dedicated laundry, secure two car garage and flexible room layouts complete a refined, practical family home.
NATIONAL DISPLAY HOME AWARD – $600,000 TO $800,000
Long Island Homes
VICTORIA
Starting from a blank sheet, Long Island Homes delivers fresh, site specific single storey designs that retain true family living while responding to smaller blocks and changing needs. Structural robustness is delivered through steel reinforcement and engineered framing for clean spans and long life performance. Comfort and efficiency are achieved with high rated insulation, acoustic treatments and thermally efficient glazing. Interior finishes pair low maintenance durability with refinement: engineered timber flooring, stone benchtops and precision joinery throughout. Careful sequencing, rigorous quality control and long standing subcontractor and supplier partnerships ensure workmanship pride and on site efficiency. The result is a technically sound, adaptable home that balances contemporary style with lasting family functionality.
NATIONAL DISPLAY HOME AWARD – OVER $800,000
Prof Homes
AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
‘The Arte’ is a stunning display home by Prof Homes, in collaboration with The Department of Design and Architects Ring and Associates. A striking façade and double-height formal lounge, resolved with engineered corner arch work and oversized feature glazing, announce the home’s architectural ambition. Structural coordination allowed expansive glazing, curved glass mezzanine balustrades and a rear pop-up ceiling with highlight windows that flood the living space. Precision joinery and a bespoke kitchen by The Department of Design use premium materials and integrated lighting to elevate finishes. Meticulous façade detailing, specialist structural solutions and refined interior execution demonstrate Prof Homes’ ability to translate bold design into beautifully built reality.
NATIONAL CONTRACT HOME AWARD – UNDER $400,000
Gordon Bourke Constructions
Rowies Retreat
QUEENSLAND
Gordon Bourke Constructions’ stunning farm retreat has a façade giving a modern take on the traditional builds found on the family farm. Perched on a steep, rocky hillside, this modern farm retreat was carefully sited to retain existing trees and capture sweeping western valley views. Built on stumps with a generous verandah, the design features floating boxed gables, cantilevered feature tiling and contrasting vertical cladding with stained timber accents. Structural solutions included parallel trusses to form soaring raked ceilings and engineered footings to suit the sloping ground. Expansive glazing and well-placed windows frame the landscape while a central fireplace with French-pattern travertine, a fully functional open kitchen, floating vanity and a hidden full-width nib wall behind a barn door deliver refined, rustic finishes throughout.
NATIONAL CONTRACT HOME AWARD – $400,000 TO $500,000
Aviva Homes
VICTORIA
The Hampton’s Pearl is a custom knock-down rebuild that was designed around the existing pool and north-facing backyard to create flawless indoor-outdoor living. A raised raft slab set the finished floor level to deliver level transitions to the pool and alfresco, while dispensation approvals moved the home forward to maximise usable rear yard. Structural precision includes engineered raft footings and long-span framing to support pitched ceilings and wide four-stacker glass doors with triangular highlight windows. The central kitchen and butler’s pantry flow directly to a covered alfresco and BBQ access via a sliding door. Double glazing, upgraded insulation batts and rooftop solar panels ensure year-round comfort and efficiency. The result is a light-filled, Hampton-style family home with considered detailing and lasting coastal finishes.
Hampton's Pearl
NATIONAL CONTRACT HOME AWARD – $500,000 TO $600,000
Thomas Luca Builders
Palm Springs inspired
VICTORIA
This Palm Springs inspired residence was designed and built to reflect the client’s vision, blending style, functionality, and sustainability. A skillion roof and cathedral ceilings ride on engineered long-span framing, while 11 highlight windows and an 11-metre timber-framed sliding door flood the interior with light. A custom timber pivot door, timber decking and precision plaster and render finishes create a refined material palette. Sustainability is integral: double-glazed, thermally broken windows, high-R insulation, rooftop solar and an underground rainwater tank reduce energy use and maximise efficiency. Outdoor entertaining is resolved with a pool, cabana and motorised pergola. Locally sourced materials and efficient sequencing delivered quality workmanship, resulting in a stylish, durable and thoughtfully crafted family home.
MASTER BUILDERS INSURANCE BROKERS NATIONAL CONTRACT HOME AWARD – $600,000 TO $800,000
SX Homes
The Waterhen QUEENSLAND
SX Homes combines precision craftsmanship with advanced solar-passive design on a constrained northern block. Engineered steel posts and beams and a hand-pitched roof form soaring volumes and uninterrupted sightlines, while high ceilings, large protected thermally efficient windows and an internal courtyard create cross-ventilation and year-round comfort with minimal air conditioning. Surian red cedar cladding offers durable, low-maintenance warmth contrasted with refined, flush joinery and clean plaster finishes. Careful sequencing resolved complex excavations, pool siting and zero-lot boundary works, and raised floor and deck levels for privacy. The Waterhen is a technically bold, light-filled home where architectural intent meets lasting build quality. Every element reflects durability, sustainability, and enduring architectural elegance throughout.
SPONSORED BY
NATIONAL CONTRACT HOME AWARD – $800,000 TO $1M
Phillip Bonaventura
The View
QUEENSLAND
Phillip Bonaventura crafted a resort-style home sited to capture northeast ocean panoramas. Engineered for extreme coastal conditions, the Series 200 concrete-block structure uses 32 MPa slab footings, 40 MPa block fill and suspended concrete beams to meet W80 wind loads. Cemintel sheeting and Colorbond Ultra roofing protect the exterior while locally fabricated stainless-steel bolts, plates and fixings resist salt air. Floor-to-ceiling glazing and gabled highlight windows maximise light and views; exposed timber roof trusses add warmth. Timber decks fixed with stainless screws, separate living and bedroom wings, and clean open-plan joinery create seamless indoor–outdoor flow and lasting coastal luxury.
AMG Home Builders
Project North Coogee
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Perched on North Coogee’s coastline, this three-storey residence elevates luxury coastal living with engineered structural solutions to maximise ocean views and open-plan flow. Expansive floor-to-ceiling glazing and long-span framing deliver uninterrupted sightlines to the horizon while thermally broken aluminium joinery controls glare and salt-air corrosion. High-end stone benchtops and wall finishes in the kitchen and bathrooms contrast with a restrained modern palette and precision joinery. The undercroft games level, seamless timber decking and covered alfresco connect indoor entertaining to the pool and ocean beyond. Coastal-grade fixings, robust waterproofing and considered acoustic and thermal insulation ensure lasting performance. The result is refined elegance married to robust, time-tested construction.
NATIONAL CONTRACT HOME AWARD – $2M TO $4M
O’Shea & Sons Builders
Kamares Sto Appia
QUEENSLAND
O’Shea & Sons delivered a bespoke Mediterranean masterpiece built as a full concrete residence, engineered for durability and refined proportion. The open two-level plan and passive design harness natural light and cross-ventilation, linking interiors to alfresco terraces and an award-winning tiled pool with automated heating and lighting. Travertine and Italian porcelain anchor luxurious finishes while spectacular bespoke joinery, lush feature tiles and a refined colour palette evoke Grecian charm. Powder-coated aluminium arched batten screening, undulated “drunken” render and crazy-pave walkways provide tactile, architectural detail. Meticulous sequencing, concrete craftsmanship and considered materiality produce a lasting, elegant family legacy.
NATIONAL CONTRACT HOME AWARD – $4M TO $6M
Seidler Group
Urban Beach House
VICTORIA
Seidler Group’s six-level Middle Park residence redefines coastal luxury with engineered long-span framing and an elevated main level to preserve uninterrupted 360° views of Port Phillip Bay and the city skyline. A robust off-form concrete base and subterranean six-car parking support stacked resort amenities: wellness retreat, gold-class cinema, wine cellar and rooftop heated plunge pool. Floor-to-ceiling glazing and tiered concrete alfresco seating deliver seamless indoor–outdoor flow while integrated outdoor kitchens and curved seating enable memorable entertaining. A tactile material palette of natural stone, European oak, polished plaster and aged brass is realised through specialist stonework and precision joinery. This landmark exemplifies technical rigour, exceptional craft and enduring coastal elegance.
TOYOTA NATIONAL CONTRACT HOME AWARD – OVER $6M
Jager Build
Horseshoe Hill
QUEENSLAND
Jager Build’s Horseshoe Hill realises a bold sculptural vision through meticulous engineering and artisan finishes. Precision-formed curved concrete and dry-stacked stone walls anchor a double-height living space with a dramatic stone fireplace, while pale timber battens create a light, semi-transparent upper level. Engineered long-span glazing dissolves the boundary to stepped terraces and an infinity edge pool, providing uninterrupted outlooks. Recessed lighting and integrated services are carefully coordinated to accent material textures; stainless fixings and hidden flashings ensure longevity in the exposed setting. With seamless indoor–outdoor flow, warm timber joinery and specialist stonework throughout, Horseshoe Hill is an exemplar of technical rigour and refined craftsmanship.
SPONSORED BY
CBUS NATIONAL MEDIUM DENSITY – 2 TO 5 DWELLINGS
PJH Constructions Australia Tides
QUEENSLAND
PJH Constructions Australia’s Tides is a sculptural coastal sanctuary where bespoke formwork and precision carpentry bring graceful curves and arches to life. Smooth rendered façades and light stone cladding sit against oversized thermally broken glazing that dissolves the boundary to the alfresco, plunge pool and courtyard. Inside, high ceilings, curved walls and a sculpted island bench create continuous flow, while Dolce Vita natural stone with a leather finish and Venetian plaster in the master ensuite provide tactile luxury. Careful detailing—flush joinery, recessed lighting and engineered drainage at curved junctions—ensures durability and performance. Tides is a refined, technically accomplished expression of calm coastal living.
SPONSORED BY
TOYOTA NATIONAL CONTRACT HOME AWARD – OVER $6M
CBUS NATIONAL MEDIUM DENSITY – OVER 5 DWELLINGS
Graya Multi-Res
CHALK
QUEENSLAND
Graya Multi-Res’s CHALK is a precision crafted boutique collection in New Farm, where engineered innovation meets refined finishes. Sculptural curved precast concrete panels and post tension slabs form the layered façade and robust structure, while prefabricated elements sped delivery and reduced waste. Three metre ceilings and extensive indoor outdoor glazing maximise light and ventilation; ground floor courtyards, pools and built in BBQs extend living. Inside, bespoke cabinetry, a sculptural stone kitchen island and engineered European oak flooring demonstrate exacting joinery and material curation. Coastal grade fixtures, seamless integrated services and detailed traffic managed logistics on a busy Moray Street ensured safe, efficient construction. CHALK sets a new benchmark for durable, considered medium density living
SPONSORED BY
NATIONAL ASSISTED/ADAPTABLE LIVING AWARD
Projex Building Group
Whitlam
AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
Projex Building’s Armidale Townhouse Development transforms a steep 13,000m² site into 25 high-quality, adaptable homes. Innovative retaining wall systems, stepped building platforms and coordinated civil earthworks negotiated over 10m of fall while maintaining Certified Adaptable Class C and Liveable Gold outcomes. Post-approval design tweaks and meticulous utility sequencing ensured buildability in a complex, traffic-sensitive location. Homes feature generous outlooks, private outdoor areas, low-maintenance cladding and durable landscaping, with energy-efficient construction, high-performance glazing and considered thermal insulation to reduce operating costs. Thoughtful communal spaces, integrated services and quality joinery complete the scheme. The project demonstrates Projex’s technical rigour, logistical expertise and commitment to lasting, liveable community housing.
NATIONAL LIFESTYLE HOUSING FOR SENIORS AWARD – RETIREMENT VILLAGES
Growthbuilt
Woolooware Shores
NEW SOUTH WALES
Woolooware Shores reinvents retirement living on Taren Point through crafted design, robust engineering and sustainable finishes. A two tower form above a podium carpark negotiates contaminated ground and a high water table while creating raised communal decks that connect to landscaped foreshore spaces. Construction techniques included layered remediation, precision podium engineering and sensitive ecological controls. Passive design strategies use sun controlling elements, natural cross ventilation and thermal massing while rooftop photovoltaic arrays reduce energy demand. Interiors and external finishes use environmentally responsible materials and meticulous detailing to support aging in place. The result is a resilient, humane community that blends technical excellence with refined architectural craftsmanship.
NATIONAL LIFESTYLE HOUSING FOR SENIORS AWARD – AGED CARE FACILITIES
Multiplex Australiasia
Murdoch Square
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Murdoch Square delivers 182 purpose designed aged care rooms within a live health precinct adjacent to Fiona Stanley and St John of God Hospitals. Built over a shared basement and linked to the hospital by a new bridge, the aged care pavilion was executed with staged handovers and tightly sequenced works to protect ongoing clinical operations. Construction techniques included acoustic separation, dedicated medical services risers, and robust infection control finishes such as seamless hygienic flooring and specialist wall linings. Durable low maintenance cladding, accessible wet room joinery and compliant assistive fittings ensure longevity and resident dignity. Landscaped central courtyards and considered natural ventilation complete a design that prioritises wellbeing, safety and long term sustainability under a five star Green Star framework.
NATIONAL SPECIALIST CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR AWARD – RESIDENTIAL
Mariners Pools Plus
Illumina Haven QUEENSLAND
Illumina Haven is a meticulously crafted aquatic retreat where refined finishes meet robust engineering. At its heart, a 15 by 7.5 metre reinforced concrete pool with 2.5 metre depth sits alongside a separate heated 3.6 by 2.4 metre spa, each with independent plantrooms for precise temperature control.
Polished Highland Grey marble tiles extend 260 square metres of deck, while glass mosaic waterline tiles and four illuminated laminar jets create a dynamic waterline feature. Five LED floodlights transform evenings and 70 metres of frameless glass fencing preserve uninterrupted views. Precision concrete work, bespoke plumbing and electrical coordination, and expert stone and mosaic installation combine to deliver a durable, elegant and utterly immersive outdoor sanctuary.
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Multiplex Constructions QLD Queen's Wharf Integrated Resort Development
QUEENSLAND
The Queen’s Wharf Integrated Resort Development is among the biggest and boldest construction projects in the country. Spanning more than four city blocks, it includes three towers, retail space and casino, hotels and a suspended Skydeck. Complex piled basements, podiums and tower structures sit alongside restored heritage buildings and 33,000 square metres of landscaped public space. The project has been described as a remarkable display of coordination and craftsmanship by Multiplex, delivering textures, forms and finishes that defy expectation. This iconic development has transformed the Brisbane skyline – and stands as a powerful example of what’s possible when complex vision meets expert execution.
Multiplex Australasia The Grove Residences
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Multiplex’s Grove Residences redefines luxury living with 228 homes across a shared two level basement on a prominent Claremont corner. Post tension slabs and coordinated basement waterproofing enabled 578 parking bays and complex services within a constrained site. Apartments range from studios to four bedroom penthouses with premium stone islands, integrated appliances, bespoke joinery and engineered European oak flooring. High performance glazing, acoustic separation and considered insulation ensure comfort and efficiency. Residents enjoy The Sanctuary wellness centre, lap and plunge pools, and the Sunset rooftop terrace, all executed with exacting workmanship and material curation to deliver refined, sustainable urban living.
TOYOTA NATIONAL CONTRACT HOME AWARD – OVER $6M SPONSORED
CBUS NATIONAL HIGH RISE APARTMENT BUILDING AWARD
NATIONAL SUSTAINABILITY IN A COMMERCIAL BUILDING AWARD
Taylor Construction Group
First Building – Bradfield City Centre
NEW SOUTH WALES
The First Building, Bradfield City Centre. A 6 Star World Leading Green Star development setting a new city benchmark in design, sustainability, innovation and connection to Country. Early collaboration with the Bradfield Development Authority shaped rigorous environmental controls protecting Thompsons Creek, including stabilised access, sediment management and stormwater treatment. Construction used piled foundations, mass timber with large CLT panels, steel framing, green roofs with a three-layer membrane, and integrated solar and battery systems. Extensive stakeholder engagement, prototype rammed earth trials and monthly drone documentation ensured quality. The First Building begins an industry-led ecosystem shaping Bradfield’s future.
OFFICE OF THE FEDERAL SAFETY COMMISSIONER NATIONAL EXCELLENCE IN WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY AWARD (COMMERCIAL)
RCQ Projects
Mental Health Initiative
QUEENSLAND
RCQ’s Mental Health Initiative incorporates ongoing, structured training and awareness programs into a daily operational framework. As a registered Mates in Construction Blueprint Partner, RCQ delivers ongoing, role specific training across the workforce, including ASIST crisis responders, Connector and MiC Responder cohorts, MiC Supervisor trained construction supervisors, and General Awareness Training for all staff. Committed to ensuring that mental health is treated as more than just a training module, the RCQ Projects’ proactive approach to identifying and managing psychological hazard across the entire business sets a new standard for mental health awareness and training in the industry.
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NATIONAL SPECIALIST CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR AWARD - CONSTRUCTION
Façade X 308 Exhibition Street
VICTORIA
Façade X delivered over 2,600 square metres of façade at 308 Exhibition Street, installing more than 1,200 unique GRC panels each fixed to bespoke steel frames and connection points. 3D laser scanning and a digital twin captured every structural detail, enabling clash free coordination and the manufacture of single use tooling. Careful batching maintained colour consistency across natural finishes while a detailed sequencing and installation strategy minimised site disruption. A cantilevered scaffold tower integrated with the crane enabled efficient panel installation from levels 12 to 18. Coordinated manufacture and logistics, including 40 containers and 500 local shipments, dovetailed into local steel and final assembly to deliver a precision engineered façade that defines excellence in modern construction.
NATIONAL EDUCATION FACILITY AWARD
OFFICE OF THE FEDERAL SAFETY COMMISSIONER NATIONAL EXCELLENCE IN WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY AWARD (COMMERCIAL)
DCOH
CDU - Danala | Education and Community Precinct
NORTHERN TERRITORY
The Danala Education and Community Precinct was proudly delivered by DCOH, driven by an ambitious vision: to create “an iconic new education and civic precinct” that would ignite urban renewal and foster deeper community engagement in the heart of Darwin. At the core of the building, two soaring 22-metre-high internal atriums redefine traditional university spatial planning, creating sheltered, open-air zones, enhancing passive ventilation, daylighting, and the sense of community within. Danala balances cultural integrity, architectural ingenuity, and environmental responsiveness in a world class educational and community precinct.
NATIONAL HEALTH FACILITY AWARD
Multiplex Constructions Canberra Hospital Expansion Project
AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
The Canberra Hospital Expansion by Multiplex is the largest health infrastructure project delivered by the ACT Government. The 40,000 square metre, eight-level building features an adult intensive care unit, paediatric wing, and coronary emergency, surgical, and critical healthcare facilities. The expansion doubles the ICU's capacity, delivers 147 treatment spaces for the new Emergency Department, and 22 new operating theatres. The design process involved extensive engagement with staff and healthcare consumers, and the building is Australia's first fully electric hospital.
NATIONAL ENTERTAINMENT AND RECREATION FACILITY AWARD
OFFICE OF THE FEDERAL SAFETY COMMISSIONER NATIONAL EXCELLENCE IN WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY AWARD (COMMERCIAL)
Multiplex Constructions QLD
Queen's Wharf Integrated Resort Development QUEENSLAND
The Queen’s Wharf Integrated Resort Development is among the biggest and boldest construction projects in the country. Spanning more than four city blocks, it includes three towers, retail space and casino, hotels and a suspended Skydeck. Complex piled basements, podiums and tower structures sit alongside restored heritage buildings and 33,000 square metres of landscaped public space. The project has been described as a remarkable display of coordination and craftsmanship by Multiplex, delivering textures, forms and finishes that defy expectation. This iconic development has transformed the Brisbane skyline – and stands as a powerful example of what’s possible when complex vision meets expert execution.
NATIONAL COMMERCIAL HISTORICAL RESTORATION/RENOVATION AWARD
Kane Constructions
Australian War Memorial, Southern Entrance
AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
The Australian War Memorial Main Entrance project combines heritage preservation with modern engineering. The complex underground expansion, located beneath the forecourt, enhances visitor access, security screening, and wayfinding. The spectacular glazed 'oculus' links the new entrance to the existing Memorial, providing a modern and impressive visual feature while preserving the site’s solemn character. Other enhancements include a 250-person theatre, function room, public amenities, orientation gallery, and bookshop. Kane Constructions successfully navigated heritage sensitivities, technical complexities, and stakeholder expectations to deliver this world-class facility.
OFFICE OF THE FEDERAL SAFETY COMMISSIONER NATIONAL EXCELLENCE IN WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY AWARD (COMMERCIAL)
NATIONAL FIT-OUT AWARD – UNDER $5M
United Project Solutions
Austin Hospital TSC Operating Theatres
VICTORIA
United Project Solutions transformed the theatre wing at Austin Repatriation Hospital into a world class surgical facility while the hospital remained fully operational. What began as a refurbishment of four operating theatres and anaesthetic rooms grew to include set up rooms, a patient transfer room and a centralised scrub area alongside vital infrastructure upgrades. Structural steel ceiling rigs were installed to suspend medical pendants and equipment. New switchboards, integrated medical gas systems, enhanced mechanical ventilation, specialist hygienic wall finishes and resilient clinical flooring optimise infection control and durability. Works were staged with hoarding, hazardous material removal and overnight windows to protect patients. Through meticulous planning and collaborative execution, UPS delivered improved surgical efficiency, patient safety and enduring clinical performance.
NATIONAL FIT-OUT AWARD – $5M TO $10M
Calida Projects Grounds ATP, Roastery
NEW SOUTH WALES
The Grounds Roastery at South Eveleigh brings a Willy Wonka style coffee theatre to life inside a repurposed tram shed. This project includes a Cafe, commercial kitchen, private function space and coffee training rooms throughout the building. Calida delivered a building within a building, engineering acoustic isolation and integrated plant rooms to allow live roasting directly above diners. Bespoke glazed brickwork, precision metalwork and custom joinery create a richly textured interior, while specialist services coordination and a mid-program pause ensured exacting execution. With pioneering public roasting equipment on display and a flawless safety record, the Roastery raises the bar for craft, fabrication and experiential hospitality.
NATIONAL FIT-OUT AWARD – OVER $10M
OFFICE OF THE FEDERAL SAFETY COMMISSIONER NATIONAL EXCELLENCE IN WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY AWARD (COMMERCIAL)
Fore Group West Block
AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
Fore Group has revitalised West Block, a landmark designed by John Smith Murdoch in 1927 that once housed prime ministerial offices and wartime intelligence. The building was carefully stripped back to a cold shell while heritage fabric was conserved through scaffold access, stone repair and conservation cleaning. New mechanical, electrical and HVAC systems were discreetly routed to protect original ceilings and cornices. Skylights were replaced and natural stone floors relaid alongside bespoke joinery and premium bathrooms. Security was upgraded with a Zone 4 suite and Type 1A systems integrated into the fabric. EV charging and energy upgrades target a 5.5 star NABERS rating. Fore Group has blended conservation craft and modern engineering to secure West Block for the decades ahead.
NATIONAL COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION AWARD –UNDER $5M
RAM Constructions
Denman Village Park Amenities Building
AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
RAM Constructions transformed a compact site into a design led civic landmark featuring a raised walkway, dome, amenities building and shelter. Curved off form concrete roofs and precision formwork achieve the project’s sculptural lines. A cantilevered skylight with decorative metal infill and curved 10mm steel windows punctuate the façade. Detailed curved brickwork and specialist steel fabrication deliver enduring texture and character. Inside accessible cubicles are finished to a high standard with robust fixtures and sanitary detailing. Externally a durable handwashing zone features curved seating walls with integrated stainless steel benches. Close coordination of services and meticulous tolerance control ensured compliance with accessibility, safety and playground requirements.
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NATIONAL COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION AWARD – $5M TO $10M
OFFICE OF THE FEDERAL SAFETY COMMISSIONER NATIONAL EXCELLENCE IN WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY AWARD (COMMERCIAL)
Built
WSU Bankstown Factory of the Future
NEW SOUTH WALES
The Factory of the Future at Western Sydney University transforms industrial learning into a living laboratory. A dramatic robotic ceiling installation known as the Engine of the Future, blends motion, light, airflow and media to create an immersive landmark visible from Rickard Road. Flexible modular workshop bays, lightweight steel mezzanines and precision MEP coordination enable rapid reconfiguration for advanced robotics and smart manufacturing. Polished concrete floors, high performance glazing and acoustic ceiling treatments balance durability with a refined finish. Integrated sustainable systems, rigorous site safety and hands on collaboration make this Industry 4.0 hub a platform for next generation fabrication and real world innovation.
NATIONAL COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION AWARD –$10M TO $20M
Projex Building Group
Gugan Gulwan
AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
Gugan Gulwan is a place of culture, connection and care, realised through precision craft and considered sustainability. Complex curved forms were achieved with precision formwork and advanced detailing, producing flawless curved cladding, bespoke joinery and seamless concrete finishes. Acoustic treatment and specialist fit out deliver music and recording studios alongside a commercial kitchen, offices and adaptable community rooms. Indigenous artwork is integrated into the fabric from etched concrete footprints to custom regulatory decals, codesigned with the community. Low VOC materials, rigorous waste diversion and a 15 percent lower upfront carbon footprint support the project’s 5 Star Green Star ambition. Projex, CK Architecture and community partners delivered a durable, dignified hub for First Nations peoples.
NATIONAL COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION AWARD – $20M TO $50M
OFFICE OF THE FEDERAL SAFETY COMMISSIONER NATIONAL EXCELLENCE IN WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY AWARD (COMMERCIAL)
Ireland Brown Constructions
Maribyrnong Civic Precinct and Community Hub
VICTORIA
The Maribyrnong Civic Precinct and Community Hub are benchmark 6 Star Green Star projects that marry new civic architecture with the restored heritage of Footscray Town Hall. A composite structural system of concrete, steel and exposed Glulam enables long spans and refined timber finishes in public offices and meeting rooms. Precision MEP coordination and advanced airtightness deliver high performance HVAC and acoustic control while discreetly rerouting services to protect heritage fabric. Meticulous façade, roof and plaster restoration preserved the grand staircase and original detailing. Thoughtful landscaping, feature retaining walls and high performance glazing complete a sustainable, craft-driven civic precinct that honours history and sets the standard for modern construction.
NATIONAL COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION AWARD –$50M TO $100M
Kane Constructions
Australian War Memorial, Southern Entrance
AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
The Australian War Memorial Main Entrance blends careful heritage restoration with precise modern engineering. A complex underground expansion was constructed beneath the forecourt using piled foundations, engineered waterproofing and restrained podium detailing to preserve full operational access. The glazed oculus and custom glazed lift create a striking visual link to the Memorial while high performance glazing, concealed frames and restricted access glazed doors protect the site’s solemn character. Services were discreetly rerouted and precision MEP coordination preserved the original fabric. Meticulous stone, plaster and roof restoration matched historic textures and finishes. A landscaped courtyard, refined paving and tactile finishes complete a dignified, accessible arrival sequence that balances tradition with enduring functionality.
OFFICE OF THE FEDERAL SAFETY COMMISSIONER NATIONAL EXCELLENCE IN WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY AWARD (COMMERCIAL)
NATIONAL COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION AWARD – OVER $100M
Multiplex Constructions
Western Sydney International Airport NEW SOUTH WALES
Multiplex delivered the Western Sydney International terminal and precinct, pairing heavy engineering with refined finishes. Complex airside works included apron construction, aerobridges, a 10-kilometre aviation fuel reticulation and integrated baggage handling, supported by two data centres and new HV, LV and fibre networks. The terminal and landside precinct design is inspired by the natural landscape, referencing sepia ochre sweeping plains, carved creek beds and native bushland with broad horizons and vivid skies. The Blue Mountains' topography inspired an undulating ceiling that casts dappled natural light like sclerophyll bushland. Feature sandstone walls in Arrivals, timber laminate panelling in circulation and generous passive eaves deliver local materiality. Meticulous services coordination and staged commissioning ensured a resilient, high performance terminal. The result is a technically robust terminal grounded in Australian materiality.
NATIONAL CIVIL/INFRASTRUCTURE AWARD – UNDER $25M
CMA Contracting
Cable Beach Foreshore Redevelopment – stage 1
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Cable Beach Foreshore – Stage 1 reimagines the shoreline with resilient, craft-led design and durable finishes. Central to the scheme are 2205 grade stainless steel stairs, ramps and handrails set on concrete piles for corrosion resistance and longevity. Sandstone block feature walls, natural stone pathways and reprofiled dunes shaped with coir matting protect coastal ecology while creating memorable public spaces. Careful tidal planning, local labour and on site plant ensured efficient delivery. Soft and amber lighting, handrail illumination and robust MEP deliver safe, year round use, while skate and sports areas, shade shelters and BBQs provide versatile recreation for generations to come.
OFFICE OF THE FEDERAL SAFETY COMMISSIONER NATIONAL EXCELLENCE IN WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY AWARD (COMMERCIAL)
NATIONAL CIVIL/INFRASTRUCTURE AWARD – OVER $25M
John Holland and Seymour Whyte Joint Venture Sydney Gateway Stages 1&3
NEW SOUTH WALES
Sydney Gateway delivers a transformative, toll free link between the motorway network and Sydney’s airports, realised through engineered precision and construction innovation. Over five kilometres of new roadway and 19 bridges include two complex twin arch bridges spanning the heritage Alexandra Canal, assembled with staged steel arch erection, piled foundations and reinforced concrete decks. The 800 metre Deborah Lawrie Flyover uses grade separated design, precast segmental elements and integrated First Nations stencil art. Works required intensive service relocations, night time staging, airside coordination and meticulous traffic management to protect live airport operations. Three kilometres of new pedestrian and cycle paths, durable finishes and landscape remediation complete a resilient, sustainable transport legacy.
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Lewis Italiano WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Joshua Occhiuto SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Sebastian Blacket VICTORIA
Jack William Chambers-Mclean NEW SOUTH WALES
Rhianna McDonald QUEENSLAND
Kurt Walters TASMANIA
Ben Pakulsky VICTORIA
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Joshua Yorke NEW SOUTH WALES
Lachlan Michell NORTHERN TERRITORY
Josh Rowe TASMANIA
Seidler Group
Habitats
Jager Build
Design & Construction
NATIONAL SPECIALIST CONTRACTOR OF THE YEAR AWARD – RESIDENTIAL
NATIONAL ASSISTED/ADAPTABLE LIVING AWARD
NATIONAL LIFESTYLE HOUSING FOR SENIORS AWARD – AGED CARE FACILITIES
NATIONAL LIFESTYLE HOUSING FOR SENIORS AWARD – RETIREMENT VILLAGES
Esteem Ceilings
Tiling Company
Nulook Homes
Gremmo Homes
Pascale Constructions
Great Southern Homes
Townsend Constructions NQ
Trio Homes
To The Mil CLOVELLY
Barkers Burke Construction
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Partington Building Contractors
Barwick Developments
Manteena
DEAKIN
AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
Tabrizi Home Builders
Stratti Building Group
Tony Tomizzi Builders
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
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CREO CON
AMG Home Builders
REP Building
Micrah Projects
Form Projects
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Coben Building
Oliver Kelly Group
Binah Construction
NATIONAL PRESIDENT’S AWARD
Perkins Builders
Details By Ned
Build Group ILLALANGI
TVN On-Country
Fairbrother ST LUKES HEALTH
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Hacer Group
Multiplex Constructions
WESTERN
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AUSTRALIAN
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Hacer Group
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WOODSOLUTIONS
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T-Built
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Mossop Construction + Interiors
Aspire Design and Construct
Fairbrother
Shadcon
SIDA Constructions
Kite
DCT Australia
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Grindley Construction
NATIONAL COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION AWARD – $20M TO $50M
C & R Constructions
JABIRU HEALTH CLINIC NORTHERN TERRITORY
Stephen Edwards Constructions
TARONGA AMPHIBIAN AND REPTILE CONSERVATION CENTRE (ARCC) NEW SOUTH WALES
BADGE Constructions
REPAT HEALTH PRECINCT (WARD 3 AND 4) SOUTH AUSTRALIA
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LDK AMBERFIELD - STAGE 1
AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
McNab Developments (QLD)
ELECTROLUX’S DISTRIBUTION AND EXPERIENCE CENTRE FOR PORT OF BRISBANE QUEENSLAND
Vos Construction & Joinery
UNITED AGEWELL STRATHAVEN TASMANIA
NATIONAL COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION AWARD – $50M TO $100M
DCOH
HOLTZE YOUTH DETENTION CENTRE NORTHERN TERRITORY
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COOPERS
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SOUTH WALES
NATIONAL COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION AWARD – OVER $100M
Fairbrother
UTAS WILLIS STREET
ADCO Constructions
BRISBANE METRO DEPOT
Multiplex Australasia
MURDOCH SQUARE WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Hansen Yuncken
FLINDERS UNIVERSITY HEALTH AND MEDICAL RESEARCH BUILDING
AUSTRALIA
DCOH
CDU - DANALA | EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY PRECINCT NORTHERN TERRITORY
Multiplex Constructions
CANBERRA HOSPITAL EXPANSION PROJECT AUSTRALIAN CAPITAL TERRITORY
Kane Constructions
PAULA FOX MELANOMA AND CANCER CENTRE
NATIONAL COMMERCIAL HISTORICAL RESTORATION/RENOVATION AWARD
Renascent Western Australia
ST JOHN AMBULANCE - LAPAGE STREET BUILDING REFURBISHMENT WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Murchie Constructions
WINTERGARDEN COMMUNITY HUB
Buildcorp
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Hansen Yuncken
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Complex Co
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Sitzler
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Vos Construction & Joinery
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A W Edwards
Hindmarsh Construction
Fairbrother
South East Building Services
Multiplex
Scope Building NT
Hacer Group NSW
BESIX Watpac
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Kane Constructions
Harrold & Kite
Kane Constructions
ADCO Group
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