Azzurri Concrete: Concreting a Sustainable Future

Azzurri Concrete

Azzurri Concrete
Azzurri Concrete

Formerly the site of Channel 9’s headquarters, the new residential community, NINE by Mirvac, has been built on the solid foundations poured by Azzurri Concrete.

Initially engaged for the early works package with the civil contractor, Azzurri was later contracted to supply, pump, and place all the concrete for Stage 1, with Stage 2 as an optional extension. The team also handled temporary works engineering designs for the concrete tower placing boom and oversaw concrete mix designs.

Azzurri delivered a two-level carpark and 10 new buildings comprising 445 apartments in a controlled residential area. This included supplying, pumping, and placing 40,000m³ of concrete using four tower placing booms and a stationary boom.
“One of the standout aspects of this project was our environmentally efficient water washout system. It not only minimised wastage but also showcased our commitment to sustainable construction practices,” said Bernie Orbell, Area Manager.

Work commenced with the early works pour in October 2022 and continued until February 2023. The first major ground slab pour and first major suspended slab took place in November 2021, while the final major suspended slab, Building H Level 7, was poured in July 2023, using 225m³ of concrete.

At peak times, Azzurri had up to 30 team members on-site, increasing to 40 for double pours, with a total of 240 personnel inducted over the project’s duration. The project faced significant challenges, including managing COVID-19 restrictions and unprecedented rain disruptions, but the team overcame these hurdles through dedicated efforts and strategic planning.

Established in 2004 by a team of seasoned professionals in Sydney’s west, Azzurri Concrete consistently enhances and expands its practices to meet and exceed the rising demand for world-class quality and service within the concrete construction industry.

For more information contact Azzurri Concrete, 5 Frank Street, Wetherill Park NSW 2164, phone 1300 299 877, email
info@azzurriconcrete.com.au, website www.azzurriconcrete.com.au

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Carpark Solutions: From Line Marking to Sustainability

Carparkking

NINE by Mirvac

Carparkking has solidified its reputation as the industry leader in comprehensive carpark solutions, showcasing its expertise in delivering a seamless carpark package for the NINE by Mirvac project.

“We provided a one-stop-shop, making project management easy for the builder – it’s what we do,” says Luke Hudson, owner of Carparkking. “Our versatile and experienced crew, 75 years’ collective experience in line-marking and other associated works, handled all aspects of the carpark development.”

The team began by thoroughly cleaning and sealing 27,000m² of concrete in the basement, incorporating acid treatment to enhance the slip rating. Precision line marking for approximately 6km of lines, over 4,950 numbered parking spaces, and 500m of kerbing was executed using high-quality materials, ensuring long-lasting results. Installing essential carpark furniture such as bollards, wheel stops, and signage further enhanced functionality and safety.

“This project is unique due to its strong emphasis on sustainability,” Luke highlights. Carparkking used Viroseal, a 6-star green rating sealer known for its low VOC content and minimal environmental impact. Additionally, vulcanised wheelstops from recycled materials underscored their commitment to environmentally sustainable solutions.


Commencing in May 2023 and completed in June 2024, the project saw a peak deployment of over 14 employees, ensuring timely and efficient progress. Despite the challenge of increasing the slip rating, Carparkking’s innovative approach and expert execution seamlessly met the specified standards.

“Each project is special to us, reflecting our commitment to excellence, and our low employee turnover demonstrates the pride and dedication of our crew,” added Luke.

NINE by Mirvac

Carparkking’s current portfolio includes over 100 projects, ranging from simple strata projects to large-scale Tier One Landmark projects. Notable completions include Barangaroo, Liverpool Hospital, Woolooware Bay, and Coronation at Merrylands, collectively exceeding $3 million in works.

For more information, contact Carparkking Pty Ltd, 7 Yalgar Road, Kirrawee NSW 2232, phone 02 8539 7367, email info@carparkking.com.au, website www.carparkking.com.au

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Detail 3 oversaw Trio Box Hill’s documentation and construction phases, ensuring design intent and consultant team coordination.

Detail 3

Trio Box Hill, Hickory
Trio Box Hill, Hickory
Trio Box Hill, Hickory
Trio Box Hill, Hickory
Trio Box Hill, Hickory

Detail 3, leaders in the field of architectural documentation and support services, was asked to oversee the project through its documentation and construction phases of the Trio Box Hill project. This role involved the meticulous preparation of architectural construction documentation across a multi-staged permit process.

“Taking over the post-design stage from Plus Architects, our role was crucial in coordinating the consultant team, ensuring seamless collaboration among all stakeholders involved,” said Detail 3’s, Andrew Russo.

Working under a novated agreement, Detail 3 collaborated closely with Hickory to manage the architectural aspects of the project throughout the construction program. “Our goal was to ensure that the design intent was translated and maintained throughout the complexities of construction,” said Andrew. “Fook Hoong Chiang, Senior Architect, was tasked with leading the coordination of the consultant team, guaranteeing that every detail was accounted for and executed to the highest standards.”

One of the significant challenges faced during the project was managing client and marketing changes at the late stages of the podium levels. “The podium has a carpark in the middle with a perimeter of Sole Occupancy Units, and the levels were different from the outside of the podium to the central carpark,” said Andrew. “Any changes to these areas had big implications where the two different levels came together and required coordination.”

The construction phase was delivered in the Revit BIM environment, with models collaborating on the cloud and sub-contractors providing clash detection analysis and reporting floor-by-floor. This advanced technological approach allowed Detail 3 to navigate the project’s complexities efficiently and effectively.

Detail 3’s unique business model is divided into three main services: consult, hire, and draw. This structure enables them to deliver unparalleled expertise and ensure that projects are documented and delivered to the highest standards in different ways to suit the needs of our clients. “We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and innovation, supporting the construction industry with high-quality, reliable documentation and support services,” said Andrew.

For more information contact Detail 3, phone 03 8415 1588, website www.detail3.com

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Citywide Precast provided the distinctive architectural concrete balustrades for the residential towers at Trio Box Hill, starting from Level 7

Citywide Precast

Trio Box Hill, Hickory
Trio Box Hill, Hickory
Trio Box Hill, Hickory
Trio Box Hill, Hickory

Specialising in a range of precast products, Citywide Precast has built a reputation for exceptional quality and innovative solutions for almost 40 years in business.

Citywide Precast was responsible for manufacturing and delivering the feature architectural balustrades from Level 7 to the roof, for the Trio Box Hill project. This task required planning and precision, along with a high level of craftsmanship to meet the project’s aesthetic and structural requirements. “Our team pride themselves on taking an innovative, flexible, and professional approach in order to provide the best service for all of our clients, ensuring that the whole operation runs smoothly from start to finish,” said Sebastian Marchese.

“We cater for a variety of projects; ranging from low-rise to high-rise developments, residential projects, offices, warehouses, apartments, schools, hospitals, and feature elements that a project may require. Our extensive experience includes producing Reckli lined/feature panels, curved panels, thermomass panels, columns, and bricksnaps, as well as using concrete additives like colour.”

Founded in 1985 by Phillip Marchese, Citywide Precast was built on a vision of utilising precast concrete panels as the most efficient and effective construction method. “Back then, my father saw the future where precast concrete panels would dominate both high-end, multi-story developments, and low-rise residential homes,” Sebastian said. “Fast forward 39 years, and today, you see precast panels everywhere in large-scale construction.”

Citywide Precast’s central operations plant is located in Hallam, southeast of Melbourne, but their reach extends across Australia. The company offers a complete professional service from estimating, drafting, and manufacturing to the transportation of finished precast panels to the site. “Our team take pride in their work, ensuring our manufacturing is quality controlled to provide a high standard product that is delivered on time for all our clients. Treating every job as if they’d be our own,” said Sebastian.

Working together with Hickory, Citywide Precast’s involvement in the Trio Box Hill project highlights their ability to deliver top-tier precast solutions, contributing to the project’s success and ensuring that architectural visions are brought to life with precision and excellence.

For more information contact Citywide Precast, phone 03 9702 4726, email estimating@citywideprecast.com, website citywideprecast.com

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Pioneering Balustrade Solutions in Australian Architecture

The Axiom Group

Bills Street Social Housing - The Homes Victoria, Hansen Yuncken
Bills Street Social Housing - The Homes Victoria, Hansen Yuncken

The Axiom Group stands as Australia’s foremost balustrade consultants and suppliers of cutting-edge architectural glazing systems, serving as trusted partners to leading architects, installers, and builders across the industry.

A testament to their expertise, Axiom was contracted to helm the design, engineering, supply, and certification of all balustrades for the Bills Street Social Housing Project.

“Our involvement commenced during the project’s design phase, where we dedicated a full year to its successful realisation,” said General Manager, Harvey McAlpine. “Our primary role revolved around delivering an engineered, customised solution,” said Harvey. “This particular endeavor featured an intricately detailed façade that required our designs to breathe life into it.”

Harvey attributed the project’s success to the outstanding efforts of Axiom’s accomplished design team, highlighting their dedication and creativity in meeting the project’s requirements.

Recognising the importance of efficiency and innovation in modern construction, Axiom Group actively sought opportunities to leverage offsite modular construction, reducing on-site time and streamlining the entire process.

The Axiom Group, with a rich history spanning over a decade, has consistently delivered top-tier architectural glazing systems to the glass and construction industry. Their commitment to excellence and ability to provide tailored solutions continue to set Axiom apart as industry leaders.

For more information contact The Axiom Group, 56 Lock Avenue, Werribee VIC 3030, phone 1300 652 336. email enquiries@axiomgroup.com.au, website www.axiomgroup.com.au

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