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MAJOR PROJECTSGOVERNMENT OF
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
May 2014
Did you know the South West is a
regional economic powerhouse in
Western Australia?
The region contributes more to WA’s
economy than any other regional area
in the State, generating $15 billion
during 2011-12.
The largest contributors are thriving
mining, manufacturing and construction
sectors.
Billions of dollars of projects are either
underway or planned for the South
West region. A snapshot of some of the
projects is contained in this publication.
PROJECT ACTIVITY IN AUSTRALIA’S SOUTH WEST REGION
Centre expansion delivers economic boostA $65 million expansion of the Eaton
Fair shopping centre, near Bunbury,
is set to change the face of retail in
the South West region.
As well as more shops and extended
trading hours, the complex will also
boast a community-friendly main
street mall and food court strip, as
well as 12 residential apartments.
There are also plans for an eight-
screen cinema at the site.
See full story inside.
ABOUT SWDC....The South West Development
Commission provides support
and advice to businesses on
a range of subjects including
industrial land, exporting,
and government approvals
processes. For information visit:
www.swdc.wa.gov.au
Infrastructure projects
Tourism development
Land development
Resource projects
Retail and commercial
Community projects
south west
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CITY OFBUNBURY
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DATA DICTIONARY
Final contract awarded for Augusta boat harbourCompletion of the Augusta boat
harbour remains on schedule for later
this year with the awarding of the final
contract for work on site.
Perth-based company CPD Group has
been given the $1.85million landscape
contract to deliver the finishing
touches to the State Government’s
Royalties for Regions-funded project.
West Australian Transport Minister
Dean Nalder said work will begin in
May on landscaping, construction of
paths, feature stone walls, toilets, a
communications room and installation
of an irrigation system.
“Cracked granite stone from the
harbour quarry will be used in the
feature stone walls and buildings,
while mulch and timber retained after
project-related clearing at the Shire
of Augusta sand
pit will also be
incorporated,” he
said.
The new harbour will
provide a much-
needed sheltered
water area for
recreational and
commercial vessels
between Busselton and Albany.
The first stage of the harbour project
features two breakwaters, a four-lane
boat launching ramp with two boat-
holding jetties, 40 boat pens, a service
wharf, fully serviced land development
lots, parking for at least 160 vehicles
with trailers and 80 cars, toilets and a
landscaped jetty promenade area.
Regional Development Minister Terry
Redman said the harbour project
would provide flow on benefits for
the Augusta community during
construction and once operational.
“Recent increases in charter
operators in the area and expanded
aquaculture activities in Flinders Bay
highlight the tourism and commercial
opportunities,” Mr Redman said.
“The new harbour will support future
development of the entire South West
region.”
People will have even more time to
shop when expansions to Eaton Fair
shopping centre are completed later
this year.
Tenants will have the option of
trading 24 hours a day – and
developers Citygate Properties say
retailers are already planning to take
advantage of the expanded trading
hours on offer.
Supermarket Coles plans to open its
doors from 6am to midnight, seven
days a week, while existing anchor
Woolworths is expected to match
those trading hours.
The complex is set to be popular
with locals and visitors when it is
completed in November, in time for
Christmas shopping.
As well as the two supermarkets, it
will also boast discount department
store Kmart and almost 80 retail and
food outlets.
The development will also include a
community-friendly main street mall
and food court strip, as well as 12
residential apartments.
There are also plans for an eight-
screen cinema at the site.
The $65million project, which will
more than triple the size of the
existing shopping centre and create
hundreds of jobs, is ahead of
schedule.
$65M SHOPPING CENTRE EXPANSION UNDERWAY
Artist’s impression.
Augusta boat harbour.
About the South West
Source: ABS and the Department of Regional Development, 2013
Source: Department of Regional Development (estimated from ABS catalogue 5220.0 Australian National Accounts - State Accounts)
2011/12Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing 3.6%Mining 31.6%Manufacturing 7.5%Electricity, Gas and Water Supply 3.6%Construction 16.4%Wholesale Trade 2.2%Retail Trade 3.8%Accommodation, Cafes and Restaurants 1.6%Transport and Storage 4.0%Communication Services 1.0%Finance and Insurance 2.3%Rental, Hiring and Real Estate Services 1.4%Professional, Scientific and Technical Services 3.1%Administrative and Support Services 1.9%Government Administration and Defence 2.1%Education 2.8%Health and Community Services 3.9%Cultural and Recreational Services 0.3%Personal and Other Services 7.0%
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Did you know the South West is a regional economic
powerhouse in Western Australia?
The region generated $15 billion in 2011/12, with the mining,
manufacturing and construction sectors among the largest
contributors to the South West economy.
However, the South West enjoys a dynamic economy with many
industries contributing to its prosperity including tourism, retail,
food and agriculture.
Providing a climate for economic growth in the South West
are the region’s skilled labour force, industrial land, port,
close proximity to the West Australian capital of Perth and the
expanding economies of South East Asia.
Diversity of jobs, the availability of strong business capabilities,
and good community and business infrastructure are other
factors that make the South West attractive to investors.
Billions of dollars of projects are either underway or planned for
the South West region. A snapshot of some of these projects is
included in this publication.
South West gross regional product by industry share 2011/12
Gross regional product in regional Western Australia
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Source: Department of Regional Development
Source: Bunbury Port Authority Trade Statistics and Port Information
Source: Est. figures from Department of Regional Development, July 2012
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics
Source: Department of Regional Development and Tourism Western Australia
The South West’s gross regional product was estimated at
$15.1 billion for the 2011/12 financial year. This represents a
7.5 per cent increase on the previous year and a 65.3 per cent
increase over the past five years.
The South West region accounts for 6.3 per cent of Western
Australia’s gross State product.
As at June 2013, the unemployment rate in the South West
region was 5.4 per cent.
Value of mining 2012/13
Bunbury Port: total trade and exports
Retail turnover
Value of building approvals 2012/13
Tourism: total visitors and expenditure
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$135m
$311m
$151m
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Transport infrastructure supports industry in the region.
RESOURCE PROJECTS
PERDAMAN CHEMICALS AND FERTILISERS Coal-to-Urea Plant
Location: Collie
Status: Planning
Perdaman Chemical and Fertilisers Pty Ltd is developing a $3.5
billion coal to urea plant at the new Shotts Industrial Park, near
Collie. The plant will use proven coal gasification and fertiliser
production technologies. Around 2.7Mtpa of coal will be used
to produce approximately 2Mtpa of urea, primarily for export.
The urea will be transported to Bunbury Port by rail. A 20-
year off take agreement has been signed with Incitec Pivot.
The company has received all its environmental and other
approvals from both the Western Australian and Commonwealth
governments.
Expenditure: $3,500 million
Employment: Construction - 2,000, Operation - 200
SIMCOA OPERATIONSSilicon Metal Plant Expansion
Location: Kemerton
Status: Planning
Simcoa announced in October 2009 its decision to expand
the company’s 32,000tpa capacity silicon metal plant at
Kemerton. The first-stage, involving installation of a third
furnace, has increased the plant capacity to 48,000tpa and
was commissioned in 2012. Providing world demand for silicon
continues to increase strongly, a second-stage expansion,
involving installation of a fourth furnace is under consideration
which would increase plant capacity to 64,000tpa.
Expenditure: $100 million
Employment: Construction - 120, Operation - 40
GRIFFIN COAL Muja South Mine / Bunbury Port Expansion
Location: Collie / Bunbury
Status: Planning
Muja South is a proposed new mine site immediately south
and east of the existing Muja Mine and is the next phase in the
orderly development of Griffin Coal’s Collie coal deposits. The
project is being readied for environmental assessment, which
will include an extensive consultation program designed to
identify and define any community and regulatory concerns.
This process is expected to take between 18 and 24 months.
The project will use existing infrastructure from the Muja Mine
and an in-pit waste dumping process wherein partial backfilling
of pits will occur as mining proceeds, reducing the need
for out of pit waste dumps and minimising the overall mine
footprint. Production of coal is expected to begin by 2017 and
the project would extend the life of the mine site to at least
2038. The associated expansion of the Bunbury Port has been
recommended for EPA approval.
Employment: Construction - 1600
Operation - approx. 600-800
CRISTAL MINING AUSTRALIA Mineral Sands Mine
Location: Jangardup South
Status: Planning
Bemax Resources has identified a major titanium ore body
located adjacent to the D’Entrecasteaux National Park with
estimates that the deposit would provide 2 Mt of mineral.
Feasibility and environmental studies are well advanced.
An environmental impact statement for the project is being
prepared.
Expenditure: $60 million
Employment: Construction - 100, Operation - 50
PROJECT STATUSPlanning: The project is under consideration with planning underwayCommitted: The project has committed to proceedConstruction: The project is under constructionCompletion: The project has reached practical completion stage
Mining continues to be a key economic driver for the
South West region. Latest estimates indicate that mining
and mineral processing was valued at approximately
$2 billion for the 2012/13 financial year. Alumina
production is the largest value commodity at $1.34 billion
in 2012/13.
ALCOAAlumina Refinery/Bauxite Mine Expansion Unit 3
Location: Wagerup/Willowdale
Status: Planning
Alcoa is investigating the feasibility of adding a third production
train to its Wagerup alumina refinery to increase capacity
up to 4.7 Mt/a. On 14 September 2006, the Minister for the
Environment approved the expansion proposal. A decision on
the project go-ahead is dependant on market factors.
Expenditure: $1,500 million
Employment: Construction - 1,500, Operation - 260
CRISTAL PIGMENT AUSTRALIA Titanium Dioxide Plant Expansion
Location: Kemerton Industrial Park
Status: Construction
Cristal has announced plans to expand its Bunbury operation
from 100,000 tonnes to 130,000 tonnes. The project will be
phased in over the next three years with an overall investment
of $56 million. Design work is currently underway for many of
the projects. Cristal has invested $12 million on a new boiler
which will support the increased capacity. This unit underwent
commissioning in November 2013.
Expenditure: $56 million
WORSLEY ALUMINA (BHP BILLITON) Worsley Alumina Refinery Expansion
Location: Collie
Status: Completion
In May 2008, BHP Billiton announced the go-ahead for the
Efficiency and Growth expansion project at its Worsley alumina
refinery. The expansion project lifts the capacity of the refinery
from 3.5Mtpa to 4.7Mtpa through expanded mining operations,
additional refining capacity and upgraded port facilities. First
production for the expansion project at the refinery was
achieved in Q1 2012.
Expenditure: $3,400 million
Employment: Construction - 1,500, Operation - 200
Bunbury Port.
INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS
MAIN ROADSPerimeter Road
Location: Margaret River
Status: Committed
Margaret River enjoys an international reputation as a premier
tourist destination. Almost $2 million in funding will be used to
investigate long term strategies to enhance the town centre and
undertake road improvements to accommodate heavy traffic.
Up to $1 million is being provided to help progress the final
design and initiate stage one construction of Perimeter Road,
which will divert heavy haulage vehicles from the town centre.
The construction of the Perimeter Road is considered critical for
the economic development of Margaret River and the southern
section of the road is required to service a proposed industrial
area.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT/CITY OF BUSSELTONBusselton Regional Airport
Location: Busselton
Status: Planning
This project involves several stages of upgrades to the runway
and terminal facilities to ultimately allow direct flights into the
region from the Eastern States and overseas. This project
will help to grow the local tourism industry by increasing the
inbound tourism market. It will also provide the South West
population with direct airport access to facilitate and support
outbound tourism to interstate and international destinations.
Other industry sectors will also benefit through increased air
services. The airport currently supports FIFO flights direct to
northern mine sites and regular passenger transport services to
Perth and Albany.
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT Augusta Boat Harbour
Location: Augusta
Status: Construction
Work on the Augusta Boat Harbour commenced following the
awarding of the biggest contract associated with the project. A
joint venture between WA companies, WA Limestone and Italia
Stone Group will quarry 500,000 tonnes of rock and build the
breakwaters and reclaimed land area for the boat harbour at Flat
Rock in Flinders Bay. In April 2013, it was announced that both
the 150 metre northern breakwater and the 600 metre southern
breakwater had been constructed to the minimum breakwater
level. Completion of the Royalties for Regions-funded harbour
remains on schedule for later this year following the awarding of
the final contract.
Expenditure: $34.6 million
MAIN ROADSBunbury Outer Ring Road - Stage 1
Location: Bunbury
Status: Completion
Work on the first stage of the three-stage Bunbury Outer Ring
Road has now been completed. Works included a 4 km section
of the Bunbury Outer Ring Road (including 3 km of four lane
dual carriageway) from the Boyanup Picton Road to South
Western Highway in Davenport, two dual lane bridges over the
Preston River and new intersections at the junctions with South
PROJECT STATUSPlanning: The project is under consideration with planning underwayCommitted: The project has committed to proceedConstruction: The project is under constructionCompletion: The project has reached practical completion stage
Latest trade data for the Bunbury Port indicates a total
throughput of 15.3 billion tonnes for the financial year
2012/13. Alumina is the major export commodity at
10.6 million tonnes. The export volume of alumina
increased by 11.5 per cent in 2012/13.
Options for possibly expanding the Busselton Regional Airport are being investigated.
Western Highway, Boyanup Picton Road, Moore Road and
Willinge Drive. Congestion on Robertson Drive in Bunbury, a
key road for both local traffic and inter-regional traffic travelling
further south has improved, providing a significant benefit for the
community.
MAIN ROADS Bunbury Port Access Road - Stage 2
Location: Bunbury
Status: Completion
The Bunbury Port Access Project Stage Two was officially
opened on 31 May 2013. The completion of the project
has provided a significant improvement in road and port
infrastructure in the South West Region, and has greatly
improved access to the Port and Picton industrial area serviced
by the South Western Highway. Around 4,000 vehicles per day
are expected to use the Port Access Road now that Stage Two
has been completed. The $170 million Bunbury Port Access
Project incorporated stages one (completed in 2010) and
two, and was jointly funded by the Commonwealth and State
Governments.
BUNBURY PORT Preston River Realignment
Location: Bunbury
Status: Planning
In July 2012 the Bunbury Port Authority was granted $1.5
million in funding and received approval to spend $1.5 million
of internal funds to commence the engineering design phase
for the realignment of the Preston River. This strategic step will
ensure the Port’s future development progresses in agreement
with the Inner Harbour Structure Plan. The realignment of the
Preston River forms part of the Greater Bunbury Infrastructure
Investment Plan (Roads to Export). Infrastructure Australia
has assessed Roads to Export as a project of ‘Real Potential’.
The engineering design contract has been awarded to Worley
Parsons.
MAIN ROADSCoalfields Highway Upgrade
Status: Construction
Construction works underway will include clearing, earthworks,
drainage, pavement construction, sealing and asphalt, line
marking and signage, and landscaping and rehabilitation. There
are five sections that are planned to be upgraded. They are the
Wellington Dam section, Gastaldo West section, Gastaldo East
section, Hamilton River section and Roelands Hill section.
Expenditure: $53 million
BUNBURY MARINE FACILITIES STEERING COMMITTEEBunbury Marina and Marine Hub
Status: Planning
Plans are underway to create a marine industry in Bunbury. Key
components of the proposal include a 250-pen marina and a
marine hub with commercial facilities at Casuarina Harbour. A
total of 52 submissions were received about the concept plan
during a consultation period that ran from January to February
2014. Current activity involves scoping out what is required for
the necessary environmental and engineering studies. Should
the proposal go ahead, it will represent a great opportunity to
improve public access to the waterfront, revitalise the area,
improve facilities for boat users and support a rapidly developing
boating industry.
Work is underway to construct a boat harbour at Augusta.
TOURISM DEVELOPMENT
SANCTUARY GOLF RESORTSanctuary Golf Resort
Location: Bunbury
Status: Planning
The All Seasons Sanctuary Golf Resort, on the outskirts of
Bunbury, comprises accommodation, an 18-hole golf course,
restaurant and bar, and conference facilities. It is the only
short-stay accommodation in the South West region situated
on a golf course. The resort’s owners plan a major expansion
of the resort. Development approval has been granted for the
accommodation stage 2 to allow for 12 long-stay apartments
and 30 dual-keyed, two-storey apartments.
AUGUSTA MARGARET RIVER TOURISM ASSOCIATIONAustralian Mega Fauna Centre
Location: Margaret River
Status: Planning
This project involves building a new mega fauna centre at
Mammoth Cave highlighting the biodiversity of the region,
Aboriginal interpretation, climate change and will include
exhibits of the extinct mega fauna that used to roam the area
40,000 years ago. A concept plan, feasibility study and design
plan have been completed for the project with an estimated
commencement date in 2015/16.
Expenditure: $15 million
DOLPHIN DISCOVERY TRUSTDolphin Discovery Centre Upgrade
Location: Bunbury
Status: Planning
Upgrades to the current facility will create a world class dolphin
interpretive experience through improved building extensions
and renovations. There will also be new facilities for the coach
market and an improved cafe. The project is expected to be
completed by 2015/16.
Expenditure: $9.85 million
PROJECT STATUSPlanning: The project is under consideration with planning underwayCommitted: The project has committed to proceedConstruction: The project is under constructionCompletion: The project has reached practical completion stage
Data from Tourism Western Australia indicates the South
West received approximately 1.5 million overnight visitors
in 2012, contributing $800 million to the region’s economy.
Domestic visitors (interstate and intrastate) account for
93 per cent of the total. The remaining 7 per cent were
international visitors.
Artist’s impressions show how the Dolphin Discovery Centre is expected to look after upgrades are completed.
GEOGRAPHE BAY TOURISM ASSOCIATIONNgilgi Cave Adventure Park
Location: Yallingup
Status: Planning
The aim of the project is to develop an adventure-based activity
park with high rope courses and flying foxes at Ngilgi Cave. It
will also involve improving the overall quality of the attraction
with a new visitor entry, cafe and interpretive signs. There will
also be an upgrade of lighting and pathways. The estimated
completion date of the project is 2015.
Expenditure: $3.8 million
SHIRE OF MANJIMUPUpgrade State Timber Park Museum
Location: Manjimup
Status: Planning
The redevelopment of the Manjimup Timber and Heritage Park
will include a new entry point, cafe, exhibit upgrades, meeting
facilities and landscaping improvements. This will create a
unique heritage attraction that attracts visitors to the area.
The attraction will build upon existing displays plus create new
interactive displays and improved interpretation.
Expenditure: $10 million
MARGARET RIVER RESORTS PTY LTD Cowaramup Bay Resort
Location: Cowaramup Bay Road
Status: Planning
This project involves the construction of a resort comprising 161
accommodation units. The development application has been
approved by the Shire of Augusta-Margaret River.
Expenditure: $35 million
SHIRE OF BRIDGETOWN-GREENBUSHESBridgetown Heritage Railway Precinct
Location: Bridgetown
Status: Planning
A new Bridgetown Heritage Railway precinct will protect
historical assets and return the precinct to a key social,
recreational and interactive tourist experience. The project
includes refurbishing the only Class 2 railway station on the
line (designed by C.Y. O’Connor) as a new visitor centre and
developing the old goods shed as a local facility for the display
of regional artwork. Artisans’ skills and works will be displayed
through workshops, exhibitions and artists in residence.
Expenditure: $2 million
SHIRE OF COLLIE AND MOTORING SOUTH WESTCollie Motorplex upgrade
Location: Collie
Status: Planning
This project involves the upgrade of drag strip facilities at Collie
Motorplex. Project stages are: 1) Build drag strip and associated
facilities ($7m); 2) Upgrade existing race track, parking, power
and water ($7m); 3) Upgrade central facility and fencing ($10m).
Expenditure: $27 million
SWDC AND DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND WILDLIFELake Kepwari
Location: Collie
Status: Planning
This project involves the redevelopment of the mine void into a
recreational lake with boat ramp and picnic facilities. This will
result in improved recreational and sporting opportunities for the
local area.
Expenditure: $2.7 million
Collie Motorplex
LAND DEVELOPMENT
SHIRE OF AUGUSTA MARGARET RIVERMargaret River Surfers Point
Location: Prevelly
Status: Construction
Margaret River is among Australia’s most iconic surfing
destinations and Surfers Point attracts hundreds of thousands
of visitors every year, including tens of thousands during the
internationally-recognised Telstra Drug Aware Pro Surfing event.
During peak tourist season the precinct is visited by local
residents and tourists seeking access to the beach. More than
$3.4 million will be used to undertake environmental works and
infrastructure upgrades to protect and transform the Surfers
Point precinct into a world-class, modern tourism precinct
– installing pathways, retaining walls, lookouts and picnic
areas, plus new parking and access roads. The improvements
at Surfers Point will preserve the unique environment while
allowing the tourism potential of the annual surfing events to be
maximised.
WA STATE GOVERNMENT Kemerton Industrial Park Heavy Use Industrial Land
Strategy
Location: Kemerton
Status: Committed
Kemerton Industrial Park, located 17km north of Bunbury, is
the main strategic industrial area in the South West region and
the nearest regional heavy industrial site to Perth. It is designed
to supplement the Kwinana industrial area, only 90 minutes
away by road. The estate comprises 7,543ha of land, including
2,019ha of industrial core, 293ha support industry area and
5,231ha buffer areas. It is accessible to the Port of Bunbury
by road and is serviced by major road links to the metropolitan
area. Under the Heavy Use Industrial Land Strategy, the
Government is progressing Kemerton to project ready status
by completing environmental, heritage and planning approvals
for the estate. Work towards progressing approvals has
commenced and is anticipated to be completed in 2014/15, by
which time the structure plan and zoning adjustments will also
have been completed.
WA STATE GOVERNMENTBunbury Waterfront Stage 1
Location: Bunbury
Status: Completion
A funding contribution of $23.8 million from the State
Government covered development costs for the first stage of the
PROJECT STATUSPlanning: The project is under consideration with planning underwayCommitted: The project has committed to proceedConstruction: The project is under constructionCompletion: The project has reached practical completion stage
An artist’s impression shows how the proposed Bunbury Waterfront development could look once fully built.
The total value of building approvals in the South West
was $525 million in 2012/13. This represented a decrease
of 6.4 per cent from the previous year due to a fall in
non-residential building approvals. Residential approvals
increased by 8.3 per cent over the same period which is a
positive sign for construction in the region.
Bunbury Waterfront project, as well as the demolition and part
restoration of Bunbury’s old timber jetty. Stage one comprised
two development areas at Koombana North and Marlston North
and provides a mix of commercial, tourist and residential uses,
as well as improved public open space. Improvements to the
ski beach and foreshore offers pedestrians and cyclists better
access to the beach through to the neighbouring Marlston
Hill, stretches of grassed areas featuring barbecues and picnic
tables, and viewing areas overlooking picturesque Koombana
Bay.
CITY OF BUSSELTONForeshore Upgrades
Location: Busselton and Dunsborough
Status: Completed
Improvements to the Dunsborough Foreshore were completed
in February 2013. The works have resulted in improved
pedestrian links between the central business district and
the newly-revitalised foreshore. Other enhancements include
the completed Seymour Park featuring new children’s play
equipment, as well as landscaping and barbecue and picnic
facilities on the foreshore. In Busselton, improvements can
be seen along the foreshore, with new play equipment,
landscaping, barbecue facilities and a swim jetty making the
waterfront more attractive to locals and visitors alike. The
upgrades were helped along with $9.745 million in State
Government funding.
SARACEN PROPERTIESVasse Newtown
Location: Vasse
Status: Construction
Vasse Newtown, located just eight kilometres south west of
Busselton, comprises a mixture of residential, retail, education,
health and commercial land development. The development will
extend over 300 hectares and house between 5,000 to 7,000
residents, four schools including the Vasse Primary School and
Cape Naturaliste College. The development will also include
extensive parks, sporting and recreational grounds. Construction
is about to commence on a village-style town centre.
SATTERLEY PROPERTY GROUPDalyellup Beach Development
Location: Dalyellup
Status: Construction
Dalyellup Beach Development is a $50 million joint venture
between landowners Homeswest, developers Satterley Real
Estate and Home Building Society. The 660 hectare coastal
strip is located west of the Bussell Highway at Gelorup, south of
Bunbury. An estimated 3,300 lots will be released over the life of
the development.
TREENDALE PRIVATE DEVELOPERSTreendale Development
Location: Australind
Status: Construction
Treendale Estate is located on the banks of the Brunswick
River, near Australind. The 1,200 residential lot estate will also
include a major shopping centre, retail outlets, tavern, medical
centre and retirement village. Stage 1 of the retirement village
has been completed and a new shopping centre was opened
in early 2012. Stage two of the retail development will include
a discount department store, specialty retail shops and office
accommodation. A new Coles supermarket is expected to open
in 2016.
Alan Cross from SWDC and Wayne Prangnell from the Shire of Augusta Margaret River at Surfers Point.
COMMUNITY PROJECTS
BUNBURY REGIONAL ENTERTAINMENT CENTRERegional Entertainment Centre Expansion
Location: Bunbury
Status: Construction
The Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre’s current expansion
will see it become a major centre for cultural performances and
a focal point for business-related functions. The Centre is set
to be transformed into a state-of-the-art event and conference
facility with the construction of a 250-seat theatre, function
and meeting rooms, and an improved administration and foyer
space. The project, which has been allocated $7.47 million in
Royalties for Regions funding will deliver an economic boost to
the hospitality and leisure industry.
Expenditure: $12 million
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSINGBunbury Affordable Housing
Location: Bunbury
Status Completion
The new housing complex on Victoria
Street in Bunbury has 37 single rooms for
men or women and caters for people with
disabilities. The units have been built on the
site of the former Yanget House and are run
in partnership with non-profit group Access
Housing. The complex includes office space,
commercial floor space and retail. The newly
built house has replaced the long-standing
Yanget House, which acted as support
accommodation for homeless men. The new
lodge doubles the capacity of the former
Yanget House.
Expenditure: $9 million
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTHBusselton Health Campus
Location: Busselton
Status: Construction
A brand new health campus is being built on the existing
hospital site at Mill Road. When complete, the Busselton Health
Campus will be a modern one-stop health care hub for the
community of Busselton and surrounding towns. The campus
will include a total of 64 overnight and 20 same-day beds
including a renal unit, two operating theatres, a procedure room
and an expanded Emergency Department. There will also be an
expanded medical imaging department and an ambulatory care
centre including community health, community mental health,
aged care, specialist outpatient consulting rooms and a dental
clinic. Construction is being undertaken by Doric Contractors
Pty Ltd and is expected to be completed in 2014.
Expenditure: $118 million
ST JOHN OF GOD HOSPITAL BUNBURYBunbury Cancer Centre Precinct
Location: Bunbury
Status: Completion
St John of God Hospital Bunbury officially opened its new
comprehensive cancer centre precinct at the South West Health
Campus in May 2013, resulting in greater choice, affordability
and access to cancer services. The presence of the two-storey,
PROJECT STATUSPlanning: The project is under consideration with planning underwayCommitted: The project has committed to proceedConstruction: The project is under constructionCompletion: The project has reached practical completion stage
The South West is a region of choice for many people,
thanks to a comprehensive array of community facilities
and services. Plans are underway to increase quality of
life in the region even further through new multi-million
projects such as the $118 million Busselton Health
Campus.
Artists impression of the new Busselton Health Campus. An artist’s impression of the Busselton Health Campus.
1450m2 centre means people now have access to cancer
services including chemotherapy, cancer consultant suites,
imaging and therapeutic services, onsite breast screening,
research and clinical trials, and facilities for cancer support
services and teaching facilities. The cancer centre is the result
of a $35.9 million expansion of the South West Health Campus
that has also involved the establishment of the South West
Radiation Oncology Service.
Expenditure: $25 million
ST JOHN OF GOD HOSPITAL BUNBURYSouth West Coronary Care Unit
Location: Bunbury
Status: Completion
Western Australia’s first regional coronary care unit has been
built at St John of God Bunbury Hospital. The $10 million
project, which received $5 million in Royalties for Regions
funding from the State Government delivers specialist cardiac
care to both public and private patients. The eight-bed coronary
care unit has its own ambulance entrance and the latest cardiac
and vascular angiography equipment. The completed facility
was officially launched in January 2013.
Expenditure: $10 million
Joel McGuinness and Don Punch at the Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre.
The new coronary care unit at St John of God Hospital Bunbury.
RETAIL & COMMERCIAL
SHIRE OF AUGUSTA-MARGARET RIVERMargaret River Town Centre Improvements
Location: Margaret River
Status: Construction
Margaret River is known domestically and internationally as a
destination primarily for wine, food, beaches and landscapes.
It is a world-renowned brand for both the tourism and wine
markets. To enhance and expand the Margaret River brand and
facilitate economic growth and development, funding of almost
$1 million has been allocated for the investigation of longer term
strategies to upgrade the town centre. A redeveloped town
centre could result in increased retail expenditure as almost
one-third of retail goods and services expenditure in the town is
from visiting tourists. The upgrading of the town centre would
also improve the amenity and create an improved experience
for visitors and residents alike which is more in keeping with the
premium brand status of Margaret River as a destination and as
a lifestyle destination.
SHIRE OF COLLIECollie Town Centre Revitalisation
Location: Collie
Status: Construction
Collie’s town centre will be transformed to ensure it is positioned
to support the area’s economic growth, especially as new
resources and manufacturing industries establish themselves.
The project itself will not only help service new employees
moving to the town but also boost local job opportunities over
the course of the redevelopment. The revitalisation of Collie’s
town centre builds on initial works already undertaken by the
Shire of Collie. A raft of improvements are planned or underway,
including four new town entrances to welcome tourists and
business people to the town. The revitalisation will also involve
creating a new central park straddling the railway to unify the
CBD as well as other town centre improvements. $11 million has
been allocated to this project which will also include rejuvination
works to the Collie River waterway.
SHIRE OF MANJIMUPManjimup Town Centre Revitalisation
Location: Manjimup
Status: Construction
In order for Manjimup to realise its vision to expand the
agricultural industry and establish itself as a culinary food
destination, the centre will be rejuvenated with $5.7 million in
funding to upgrade the town centre and the iconic heritage
buildings. A new northern entrance to the town will be created
by making the Manjimup Timber and Heritage Park the new
entry statement. The precinct will also be upgraded to include
conference and function facilities, agricultural, historical and
cultural displays, an indigenous exhibition area, a community
PROJECT STATUSPlanning: The project is under consideration with planning underwayCommitted: The project has committed to proceedConstruction: The project is under constructionCompletion: The project has reached practical completion stage
Retail turnover in the South West was estimated at $1.8
billion in 2011/12, representing an increase of 9.6 per cent
from the previous year. The retail sector’s strong growth
trend over the past decade has been driven mainly by
population growth.
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Over the past couple of years, three of our towns have been transforming into
S u p e r T o w n s
garden and recreational facilities. Adjacent to the Manjimup
Timber and Heritage Park, funds will be used to create an
‘investment ready’ town centre location for a high-quality
tourism accommodation facility provider. Brockman Street will
be upgraded to become a focal point of the town centre, with
a new town square created and integrated into the Manjin Park
precinct.
CITYGATE PROPERTIESEaton Town Centre Expansion
Location: Bunbury
Status: Construction
Bunbury based developer Citygate Properties Pty Ltd has
commenced construction of a $65 million second stage
development of the Eaton Fair Shopping Centre into the Eaton
Town Centre. The development plans include a discount
store, a second supermarket, a cinema precinct with related
café and restaurant facilities, a town square, a civic precinct,
a commercial office precinct and a residential development
component. The expansion is set to make Eaton a major retail
centre and also give the rapidly growing area a town centre
which will become the focal point for the community.
Expenditure: $65 million
WOOLWORTHSDalyellup Shopping Centre
Location: Dalyellup
Status: Under Construction
Construction has started on a new $30 million shopping centre
in Dalyellup. The new neighbourhood centre will include a
modern 4,200 sq m Woolworths Supermarket, 22 specialty
retailers and more than 300 car parking bays. The development
will create more than 380 local jobs including over 200 direct
and indirect construction jobs and more than 180 full-time, part-
time or casual local retail job opportunities. The new Dalyellup
shopping centre is expected to open in mid 2015.
The new Collie skate park forms part of the SuperTown of Collie’s town centre redevelopment.
The new SuperTowns-supported playground at Manjimup.
What’s happening at the SWDC
A free wireless internet service has
been officially launched in Bunbury,
giving the city a competitive edge in
the tourism market.
The Bunbury CBD Wireless Network,
which was developed and tested
over the past few years, is now being
actively promoted to visitors.
South West Development Commission
chief executive officer Don Punch said
the launch would help to get the word
out about what Bunbury had to offer.
“Not only do we hope the service
encourages people to stay in the town
centre longer and spend money at
local shops, but it’s also possible that
it will result in more visitors posting
pictures to social media sites of
themselves exploring Bunbury,” he
said.
“Photos posted on Twitter, Facebook
and Instagram of people in Koombana
Bay with the dolphins or enjoying
a meal at one of our many top
restaurants are great advertising for the
city.”
People can access free internet at hot
spots in the central business district,
including selected areas along Victoria
Street, as well as the Bunbury Library,
Chamber House, Graham Bricknell
Music Shell and Dolphin Discovery
Centre.
The free wi-fi service is a result of a
partnership between the Bunbury
Chamber of Commerce and Industries,
City of Bunbury and South West
Development Commission.
The network was built by CipherTel,
a locally-owned telecommunications
business which has sponsored
two wireless access points and will
maintain the service.
“Having been a driver of the project,
we are pleased visitors and locals
alike have access to a service that is
available in major cities around the
world,” Mr Punch said.
“This service gives us an edge in the
tourist market and is also handy for
residents.”
Free wi-fi gives Bunbury the edge
MEETING OF THE CREATIVE MINDS
A South West Development Commission-
sponsored conference got the creative juices
of attendees flowing when it was held in
Margaret River earlier this year.
Called the Emergence Creative Festival,
the “anti-conference” explored the future of
creativity and how it is driven by insight and
innovation.
Attendees of the three-day event heard
from high-profile speakers from Australia
and overseas, including Hollywood music
supervisor PJ Bloom, communications
strategist Carolyn Miller and independent
marketing consultant Eric Phu.
As well as providing inspiration, the event
also provided a platform for bringing ideas
to life.
In addition to presentations by guest
speakers, there was also an ideas generation
masterclass, pitching session, pop-up
recording studio and photography workshop.
The festival also included the launch of the
first ever Sounds of the South West album,
a compilation CD featuring tacks by local
musical artists.
The second annual Emergence Creative
Festival ran from February 18 to 21.
How we’re supporting the region’s industries
Marketing consultant Eric Phu provided some innovative examples of user-centered marketing at Emergence Creative Festival.
SWDC continues to help local businesses crack new markets
A local winery has become the latest
to benefit from the support of the
South West Development Commission
and secure a contract to export its
products.
Following a SWDC-assisted visit by a
buyer last year, Fraser Gallop Estate’s
wines are now being distributed in
Hong Kong, Beijing and Shanghai.
It is the first time the Margaret River
winery has shipped to the potentially
lucrative China market, though its reds
and whites have for
some time enjoyed
success in Canada,
Germany, Indonesia
and the United
Kingdom.
“We’re particularly
excited about the
fact that the wines
will be sold to hotels
and restaurants in
China,” Fraser Gallop
Estate vigneron Nigel Gallop said.
SWDC chief executive officer Don
Punch said he was pleased the State
Government agency was able to help
create new market opportunities for
South West businesses.
“Linking the region’s businesses
with international buyers is one way
we work to help grow the region’s
economy and create jobs,” he said.
“When we get a match between a
business and a buyer, it’s a win for the
region.”
Mr Punch said the Commission
nurtured trade opportunities in a
number of ways including arranging
tours and sampling sessions for
visiting buyers, organising promotional
events in key emerging markets, and
facilitating sister city relationships.
“We encourage people who are
interested in exporting their products
to contact our TradeStart officer for
advice and assistance,” he said.
“And people who are intending to do
business with China are invited to
take up the help offered through our
Bunbury-Jiaxing Business Office.”
The South West Development
Commission, and its TradeStart and
Bunbury-Jiaxing Business offices, can
be contacted on 9792 2000.
The trial of a one gigabit internet
service in Bunbury has highlighted
the city’s potential as a hub for
creative and tech-based businesses.
Vue Group, which has a multi-million
dollar contract to co-produce three
animated feature films with China’s
largest animation studio, is already
benefiting from having access to
faster internet.
“It’s the difference between sending
files to China over, say, two days,
and sending them in a couple
of hours,” Vue Group managing
director Alan Lindsay said.
“It provides us with world-leading
technology and allows us to run our
business from a regional area.”
Made possible by Bunbury
telecommunications provider
CipherTel and international
telecommunications equipment
supplier Calix, the trial has been
praised by community leaders.
Bunbury Chamber of Commerce
and Industries representative
David Kerr said the faster internet
enabled by the new service
positioned Bunbury as the business
headquarters of the South West and
as an alternative business location
to Perth.
“It supports the status of Bunbury
as the regional capital second to
Perth and places us at the forefront
of opportunities driven by online
technologies,” he said.
South West Development
Commission chief executive officer
Don Punch said the development
highlighted the South West’s growth
as a hub for the creative and smart
industries.
“This is a terrific achievement that
not only increases Vue Group’s
competiveness in the global
marketplace but also places the
South West on the map as a base
for carrying out tech-driven work
such as animation,” he said.
CipherTel managing director
Anthony Frontino said the one
gigabit service made available in
Bunbury was groundbreaking.
“The new technology is based
on those being applied in the
USA particularly with regional
communities and we are working
with local stakeholders to extend the
services in the CBD,” he said.
SUPERFAST INTERNET TRIAL HIGHLIGHTS CITY’S POTENTIAL
Fraser Gallop owner Nigel Gallop and winemaker Clive Otto.
South West Development Commission
61 Victoria Street Bunbury WA 6230
PO Box 2000 Bunbury Western Australia 6231
Telephone +61 8 9792 2000
Facsimile +61 8 9791 3223
Email [email protected]
Web www.swdc.wa.gov.au
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