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ISSUE 14 SUMMER 2013newconnections.sa.gov.au facebook.com/dptisa twitter.com/dpti_sa

experience riverbankthis summer like never before (page 8-9)

Superway a faster way for industry

Parks pool ready for summer

City’s new must have address

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south road superway

southern expressway duplication

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rail revitalisation6-7

city laneways12-13

adelaide oval redevelopment

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adelaide convention centre 15

experience riverbank 8-9

adelaide’s greenways13

parks community centre 14

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2 DISCOVER SOUTH AUSTRALIA’S INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTSsummer 2013

It’s been another terrific year of projects and progress right across Adelaide and while a number of our largest undertakings are reaching their final stages, you can rest assured we will be maintaining the momentum throughout 2014 and well beyond.

In this the final edition of New Connections for 2013 we mark the partial opening of the State’s largest ever road project, the South Road Superway, the upgrade and electrification of the Noarlunga railway line and delivery of the game-changing Goodwood Junction.

These projects will fundamentally improve the way our city works, while a brand new Adelaide Oval opening in March next year will change the way we play forever.

But at the same time it is vital we have our eyes on the future and in that context we celebrate the recent release of South Australia’s first ever Integrated Transport and Land Use Plan.

Almost a year’s worth of comprehensive work, driven by the collective expertise of government, industry and community groups, has given SA a bold but practical plan to make the city of Adelaide and our regions the best they can be over the next 30 years.

The plan recognises that where we live, work and play is fundamental to the way we get around.

At its heart is the on-going electrification of the city’s rail spine, the reinvention of our historic tram network, and the completion of the north-south road corridor.

While it is a 30 year plan for South Australia, much of the groundwork is underway and will continue to be rolled out next year and beyond. I look forward to keeping you updated as we take the first steps.

To all our readers I wish you a very Merry Christmas and a safe and happy New Year.

Rod Hook Chief Executive Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure

by Hook > The new Southern entrance to

Adelaide Oval is readied for the Ashes Test matchChanging the

way SA movesOver the last month every South Australian has had their chance to have a say in the future of transport in the state.

In October, the State Government released the Integrated Transport and land Use Plan. The detailed blueprint for South Australia’s transport future will support the growth of communities and businesses over the next 30 years.

Open community briefings have been held and information has been provided through fact sheets and on websites and social media.

Hundreds of contributions from the public have been received on what the community thinks of the plan, its priorities and elements.

This feedback will now be considered before a final version of the plan is released next year.

< transportplan.sa.gov.au >

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Each ball of the Adelaide Ashes Test was tracked from over the bowler’s arm by more than 14,000 spectators who enjoyed the angle previously only available to a select few.

The view towards the cathedral end was one of the many new sights and sounds for visitors to the redeveloped Adelaide Oval.

The 28,000 seated in the Western and Southern stands as well as those seated on the northern mound and the lower level of the Eastern stand, had uninterrupted views of the battle in the middle, whether live or replayed on the giant screens, the largest screen being 180 square metres at the northern mound.

On the field players moved across a perfectly flat field sewn with turf grown to resist the more rigorous events planned for the arena while not impeding the roll of the ball.

During breaks of play patrons relaxed at the northern end with BBQs on the decks and grassed mound or lunch in the dining rooms served with exquisite views across the city.

In March the view in the centre will change. Crews are preparing Adelaide Oval for the 2014 AFL season. The Eastern stand will be completed to lift the ground capacity to 50,000.

Once again the sights and sounds of top level football will return to Adelaide Oval.

Adelaide Oval passes first test

Finishing touches for bridgeThe Riverbank Footbridge was temporarily opened during the second Ashes Test to allow spectators a direct route from the railway station to Adelaide Oval.

Key design features and other finishing touches are being added to the bridge and its surrounds.

A distinctive white glass cladding system is being installed on the bridge’s underside and landscaping works are taking shape on both banks of the River Torrens.

Elements of the landscape design will symbolise the cultural significance and appreciation of this important place by the traditional owners of the Adelaide plains.

A programmable lighting system is being added to the length of the 255 metre bridge deck, including lighting of the three structural piers to complement events at Adelaide Oval and in the precinct.

Pedestrian crossings of War Memorial Drive and Festival Drive now provide safe access to Adelaide Oval and the Adelaide Railway Station to the north and south of the bridge.

The final elements to be revealed include a waterfall built into the viewing platform overlooking Elder Park, a redeveloped restaurant at the Adelaide Festival Centre and new stairways and disability-access to the linear park pathway and the water’s edge.

The finished product will be an impressive backdrop for next year’s AFL games at Adelaide Oval and will make a lasting contribution to the new postcard view of the city.

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Supplying products for Adelaide’s rail and road projects has helped local pre-cast concrete manufacturer during some recent tough times.

Ri-Industries has supplied reinforced concrete products for the current superway and Southern Expressway duplication as well as platform walls for new rail stations.

The supply contracts have helped the 66-year-old company fight through difficulties in the construction sector, Graham Garvie, Managing Director, said.

“Our core business of supplying products for the housing market has been very flat so substituting with work for the major projects is of great benefit,” he said.

“These projects have helped this company diversify which has been very important in keeping our 37 staff busy.”

The company pre-casts its products at its Wingfield and Angle Park factories.

It is currently supplying reinforced earth panels for the superway, bridge barriers for the Southern Expressway duplication and platform walls for a number of new train stations.

The non-stop connection from the Port River Expressway to Regency Road will cut travel times by up to seven minutes for up to 45,000 vehicles that use this section of the road every day.

The new 4.8 km superway will be a big time saver for South Australian transport company The Cochrane Group, Human Resources Manager, Dave Martin said.

“We’ve got 30 trucks going out each day to all parts of South Australia so it should be of great benefit,” he said.

“The time and fuel cost saving should be significant as it will make it faster and easier to get to outback South Australia as well as local stops to the north of Adelaide.”

The 85 truck company employs 200 people freighting goods such as bread, soft drinks and magazines to Port Lincoln, Port Augusta, the Riverland, Broken Hill as well as areas just north of Adelaide.

Parcel, taxi truck and distribution company RED Express, which employs 70 people, expects to see time gains for both its local fleet and interstate semi trailers.

“It will make access to the northern suburbs quicker and easier for the local fleet and assist our northbound interstate movements,” Managing Director, Charlie Kovacs said.

“This will improve time and efficiencies for our local fleet of vans and trucks, leading to quicker response and turnaround times for our clients.”

The South Road Superway is expected to improve productivity for the 17 per cent of vehicles that use the road to carry freight by linking Adelaide’s industrial precinct to the airport, Islington Rail Terminal, Port Adelaide and Outer Harbor.

Superway a faster way for industry

> Ri-Industries manufactures concrete products for South Australia’s road and rail projects

Projects help concrete company fight on

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South Australia’s most complex road project is expected to open to southbound traffic this month, cutting travel time for drivers and improving the traffic flow in surrounding streets.

In coming weeks, workers will be busy putting final touches on the superway’s southbound elevated roadway, including laying asphalt, installing urban design features and concrete barriers.

The opening of the southbound elevated road will mark the achievement of a monumental milestone for the state, Project Director, Wayne Buckerfield said.

“The capability for South Australia to build roads has been lifted by this project,” he said.

“We’ve developed and adopted technology to quickly and safely build 2.8 kilometres of road 18 metres above the ground.

“Successful completion of this project should give us as a state the confidence to tackle some of the most challenging infrastructure projects.”

The northbound lanes of the elevated roadway are expected to be open by March 2014.

Since construction began in April 2011, 68 piers have been installed, supported by 8-16 piles each (drilled 27m deep into the ground).

Above these foundations 2,203 segments have been fitted into place using a 500-tonne crane, segment lifters and a launching truss.

In its entirety, the South Road Superway is a 4.8 km non-stop corridor between the Port River Expressway and Regency Road.

It is part of Adelaide’s emerging north-south corridor, which will ultimately include upgrades from Gawler to Old Noarlunga, creating a high standard, high speed arterial link.

The final task of the project will be to commission the intelligent transport system that advises the Traffic Management Centre in Norwood of conditions on the roadway at all times.

> The South Road Superway will cut delivery times for tranport companies making local and interstate deliveries

First elevated roadway a super achievement

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DISCOVER SOUTH AUSTRALIA’S INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTSsummer 20136

Drivers and freight trains will spend less time waiting at the Goodwood junction now it is complete.

The Goodwood Underpass allows the Noarlunga (now Seaford) line to run under Victoria Street and separates it from the Belair and freight lines. It is estimated the boom gate at Victoria Street will be lowered approximately 60 per cent less because of the grade separation of the Noarlunga (now Seaford) passenger line.

It will also improve efficiency for the Adelaide to Melbourne freight line, which is part of the busiest intermodal freight link in Australia.

Underpass opening cuts waiting time

Australia’s newest electric trains are being tested along the Seaford line with the first services expected to begin early next year.

The 5.7 km extension to the Noarlunga (now Seaford) line is almost complete, with work continuing to test and refine the new signalling system.

Living alongside the new Seaford station, Samantha and her two children are looking forward to the new line opening.

“The first thing we’ll do when the line opens is take the kids for a trip to the Adelaide Zoo,” she said.

“It’s also going to make trips to other places like Colonnades in Noarlunga a lot easier.”

The 180 residents of the retirement village, The Sands, which is across the road from the new Seaford Meadows station are eagerly anticipating the new trains.

“There are lots of things in the city that you need to do and also can visit for special occasions like concerts,” resident Barry said.

“We’ll go by train when the line opens because it will be a lot quicker and easier.

“And what a view you are going to get when you go over the bridge.”

By 2025 it is estimated that an additional 9,000 homes will be built in Adelaide’s southern suburbs.

Residents get ready for new line

> The Goodwood Underpass is tested before opening


> Students from Goodwood Primary build bird boxes to place in the local environment

> The new electric trains are tested on the Onkaparinga Valley Bridge

Children living close by to the Goodwood Underpass have been lending a hand to help the natural environment.

Students from Goodwood Primary have been working with the rail team and wildlife experts to build bird boxes to replace some of the habitat removed for improvements to the rail network.

It’s given the students the chance to see how progress needs to be balanced with consideration for the environment, Graeme Hunt, Goodwood Primary School teacher said.

“The Year 5/6 students from Goodwood Primary have had very rewarding and real-life experiences through helping the rail team to build habitat for wildlife and better understand the role trees and plants play in their local environment,” he said.

The bird boxes have been installed in parks and gardens and are being monitored to check on the progress of nesting birds.

Early next year the students will turn their attention to local plant life and begin growing local species to plant in the school yard and nearby gardens.

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Students help care for environment


Throughout summer events will be held to showcase the Riverbank Precinct and celebrate the opening of the redeveloped Adelaide Oval and the new pedestrian bridge.

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Centre ArtBeat Ongoing

Adelaide Oval Tours November 2013 – March 2014

Experience Riverbank 5 – 8 December 2013

Commonwealth Bank Series - Adelaide Test Match 5 – 9 December 2013

Royal Croquet Club 5 – 9 December 2013

Clubs SA Sport Fitness & Health Festival 7 – 8 December 2013

Woolworth’s Carols by Candlelight 15 December 2013

Nikon-Walkley Press Photo Awards 2013 21 December 2013 – 9 February 2014

KFC T20 Big Bash League December 2013 – January 2014

Adelaide’s New Year’s Eve 2013 31 December 2013

World Tennis Challenge Kids Tennis Day 5 January 2014

World Tennis Challenge 7 – 9 January 2014

Australia Day in the City – Concert, Parade & Fireworks 26 January 2014

Carlton Mid One Day International Series – Australia v England 26 January 2014

Cellar Door Wine Festival – Adelaide 14 – 16 February 2014

The Big Slapple 14 February – 2 March 2014

Adelaide Parklands Art Prize 15 February – 6 April 2014

Santos Symphony Under the Stars 22 February 2014

Adelaide Festival Opening Night Party 28 February 2014

Lola’s Pergola 28 February – 15 March 2014

Bupa Sheffield Shield February – March 2014

Adelaide Festival Centre Season 2014

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The Riverbank Entertainment Precinct is one of three significant areas in the Greater Riverbank Precinct - Adelaide’s great park.

The Greater Riverbank Precinct stretches from Hackney Road to Bonython Park, encompassing the Botanic Gardens, Adelaide Zoo, Adelaide Oval, Convention Centre and Festival Centre – and all that lies along the River Torrens, with sporting fields, universities, cafés and restaurants, walking, running and cycling trails.

Renewal SA is working in partnership with the Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure, the Adelaide City Council and other State Government agencies to prepare a roadmap for the renewal of the Greater Riverbank Precinct over the next 20 years.

Current initiatives in the Entertainment Precinct within the Riverbank Precinct include the expansion of the Adelaide Convention Centre, a new pedestrian bridge and the redevelopment of Adelaide Oval into a modern world class multi sports stadium.


Full steam on asphalt roll out

Asphalt is being laid at a rapid rate along the duplicated Southern Expressway following the reopening of two main bridges crossing the roadway.

Majors Road bridge has been reopened to traffic after works to extend it over the duplication.

All lanes of the Beach Road bridge are again open to traffic following its extension and duplication.

The focus is now on laying bitumen along the 18.5 km of road, Project Manager Lou George said.

“We’ve achieved a number of significant milestones in recent weeks and we thank the community and businesses for their patience while bridges were extended,” he said.

“Now we are concentrating on finishing the remaining bridges and laying the asphalt along the complete dual expressway.”

The $407.5 million duplication of the Southern Expressway is a key part of the development of Adelaide’s north-south corridor.

When it opens in mid-2014 it will transform into a multi-lane, two-way expressway between Bedford Park and Old Noarlunga.

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> Asphalt is laid along the 18.5 km of new Southern Expressway lanes


Local businesses are eagerly awaiting the new Southern Expressway for the benefits it will bring to their bottom line.

Advanced manufacturer REDARC specifically built its Lonsdale factory next to the expressway linking Bedford Park and Old Noarlunga.

The ease of access will improve conditions for the 35-year-old company and its 100 staff when the duplication is complete, Managing Director, Anthony Kittel said.

“When we’re constantly striving for productivity improvements, the reduction of transport time for our raw material inputs and ultimately finished products for our customers is very important,” he said.

“It also gives us a competitive advantage in attracting and retaining skilled employees to work for our company.

“Having a workplace that is easy to get to is a big benefit for our staff.”

These skilled staff include engineering graduates from nearby Flinders University, who help to design the portable power charging devices the company manufactures.

These products are particularly popular with 4WD’ers, including the growing number of grey-nomads.

E-waste recycler Advanced Recycling Technologies (ART) is expecting the two-way expressway will result in an even greater environmental benefit for their product, Managing Director, Paul Tresidder said.

“It will make it easier for customers to drop off their old televisions and computers and cut the cost of transporting them onwards,” he said.

The expressway is part of the north–south corridor that connects expanding industrial areas in these parts of the city, supports freight transport productivity and improves access to freight gateways.

> REDARC built its Lonsdale factory next to the Southern Expressway. The duplication will improve productivity for local businesses and make it easier for staff to get to work

Torrens to Torrens link for South RoadUpgrading the 3.7km stretch of South Road between Torrens Road and the River Torrens will significantly improve safety and travel times along Adelaide’s north-south traffic corridor.

Under current plans a critical 3.7km section of South Road will be transformed.

The project would lower a section of the roadway between Torrens Road and the River Torrens, reducing bottleneck traffic disruptions while retaining pedestrian, cyclist and local traffic crossings at ground level.

This stretch of road is consistently busy, carrying between 33,000 and 52,000 vehicles a day.

The proposed solution to this section of the road will accommodate forecast increased traffic volumes for the next 20 years.

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An address in one of the city’s emerging laneways is rapidly becoming a business asset for local companies located in the heart of Adelaide’s newest cultural precinct.

Being located in Leigh Street adds to the credibility of a business, Robin Sands, Chief Marketing Officer of The Digital Embassy said.

“We’re a creative agency and being based here reflects well on us – it’s like being in the middle of the action,” he said.

“And people can find us easily. When I say our office is in Leigh Street everyone knows straight away where it is.”

The challenge now is building on the work done to create a more attractive place to visit in Leigh, Bank and Peel streets, Aaron Martin, owner of Rigoni’s Bistro, said.

“We’ve definitely seen more people coming to this area for lunch or a coffee, now it’s about keeping these people here,” he said.

“We need to try and encourage more businesses into these streets so we create a place where you come to do more than eat but perhaps shop or even work.”

The options in the west end of Adelaide are growing. Peel Street is currently undergoing a transformation with new restaurants and bars opened in the last couple of months and a business hub offering shared work space.

Over the summer events will be held to showcase what is on offer in this part of the city.

Laneway location a must have address

> Patrons enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of Leigh Street on a Friday evening

StreetSide Calendar

StreetSide food and wineBank Street – Italian, Malay, Thai, Yiros, Korean, Mexican, and Aussie cusines… enjoy a different one each day.

Leigh Street – indulge in European and Asian cuisines, discover some of Adelaide’s iconic specialty shops or watch baristas with attitude calling the coffee shots.

COS – Twilight Tastings 5-7pm every Friday, relax into the weekend by tasting SA’s best wine.

StreetSide MusicLeigh Street – Wednesday lunch time 12-2pm

Bank Street – Friday lunch time 12-2pm

Events will change monthly – for more information visit vibrant.sa.gov.au

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Hundreds of presenters from across the globe have registered their interest in speaking at Adelaide Velo-city Global 2014, the world’s premier international cycling planning conference to be hosted in Adelaide next May.

The conference will feature internationally recognised and respected experts who will present to delegates from around the world on best practices for creating and sustaining cycle-friendly cities, where bicycles are valued as part of daily transport and recreation.

Interest has been received from all over the world from Brazil to Germany, the UK, Austria, Taiwan, Sweden, New Zealand and Australia.

The depth and breadth of knowledge this will bring to the conference will give us fresh ideas about how we can further support cycling to create healthy communities and an active and lively city.

Velo-city Global 2014 will be the first time the event will be held in the Southern Hemisphere. A range of community events, activities and programs are planned during the conference and beyond.

A section of the new shared use Marino Rocks Greenway route, between Emerson Street and Canterbury Terrace, Black Forest, is now open for public use.

The shared use path connects Emerson Road to Canterbury Terrace and links with all the nearby side-streets and railway pedestrian crossings.

It provides local residents of Black Forest and Clarence Park with a much shorter walk to the nearby Emerson and Clarence Park train stations, as well as the local shops and popular Princess Margaret Playground.

The Marino Rocks Greenway will provide a direct, continuous and attractive link from the city to the southern suburbs.

The 15 kilometre route will begin at the Anzac Highway/West Terrace shared use path in the Adelaide Park Lands and connect to the existing Coast to Vines Trail at Marino Rocks.

The Marino Rocks Greenway is expected to be open for use later this year.

The trend towards a more flexible physical workplace can

be seen gaining momentum in one of Adelaide’s newest

cultural precincts.

Memberships of the shared workplace space, Hub Adelaide, have taken off with more than 150 people and businesses now calling it their office.

Nick Loan, owner of investment advice and project management company, Plan Assist Investment Properties, works from the space two days a week. The company’s head office is located in Sydney while Nick’s family lives in Adelaide.

Nick was attracted by the flexibility the hub offered and the high calibre of companies he would share with.

“The month to month leasing arrangement gives you the flexibility to easily change the space you need as your business grows,” he said.

“You are also surrounded by other businesses that you can utilise. If you need something you can always find someone who knows someone at Hub Adelaide.”

The chance to collaborate with others and learn together is what drew in Sarah Thomas, Director of The Social PR Co.

“The real benefit is knowing there are other people around who you can bounce ideas off and share conversations, rather than being stuck in a soulless cubicle,” she said.

Hub Adelaide is located in Peel Street, which is one of a group of laneways running off Hindley Street being transformed into more attractive places to visit.

In the last six months, a number of bars and restaurants have also opened in Peel Street with more expected before Christmas.

Hub Adelaide will host events over the summer for both members and anyone interested, including Friday afternoon drinks.

Glimpse of the future at hub

Worldwide interest in Velo-City global 2014

Greenway through Black Forest

< hubadelaide.com >

< velo-city2014.com >

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The new swimming pool will be open for the summer holidays as the first stage of The Parks redevelopment nears completion.

The new 25-metre and shallow program pools, fitness centre, indoor courts and recreation centre will be opened for the public in December with other recreation facilities to open soon after.

It’s going to be exciting to see the doors open on this redevelopment, Brett Fundak, Project Director said.

“We have been working hard to get the pools open for summer so this has been a great achievement,” he said.

“The modern pools will show the high standard of the recreational facilities that will be offered at The Parks.”

The swimming pools and other recreation facilities, including the fitness centre, indoor courts and refurbished theatres will be managed by a private operator, selected following a detailed tender process.

This will include the fitness centre, indoor courts recreation centre and theatres.

The new operator will develop a program and pricing in line with the needs of the community.

Refurbishment of the Children’s Centre will commence soon and a new health centre will also be constructed on the site.

Visitors to Parks ready to take the plunge

The community spirit that played a large role in creating The Parks will be captured in a piece of art to be restored and installed in the new centre.

Local artist Cedar Prest is working to renew a piece of stained glass she made with the help of 120 community members 30 years ago.

The ‘streamers and birds‘ themed piece will now add colour to the new indoor pool area of the redeveloped centre.

Creating the original project showed just how capable the community was, Cedar said.

“We had a group of 120 people from all cultures come together to learn to make this piece,” she said.

“None of them had any experience, but under expert direction they got the confidence to work together to make this artwork.

“It created some brilliant colours in the café with the reds and warm colours and the quality was good enough to last to today.”

The work affected more than just the light that shone through it.

“I didn’t know how valuable community art could be,” she said.

“It really brought people together and formed a bond that lasted years after the project.

“People introduced to each other during the project continued to get together and learn for years afterwards.”

The refurbished stained glass panels will be installed in the new indoor pool room at The Parks.


Restoration captures community spirit

> Artist Cedar Prest restores a leadlight window she made with the community 30 years ago.


The $350 million expansion of the Adelaide Convention Centre is already helping attract key players from industries important to the future of South Australia.

The additional capacity is already attracting bigger conferences and events, such as the 2014 Annual Scientific Congress of the International Society of Cardiovascular Pharmacotherapy (ISCP).

The event is expected to bring to Adelaide more than 1,000 delegates from across the world and inject around $1.7 million into the economy.

The location of the expanded centre close to the city’s new health precinct is helping differentiate Adelaide from its competitors, Chief Executive Officer Alec Gilbert said.

“Attracting conferences within these key industries means business leaders from around the world will come to Adelaide,” he said.

“This opens up opportunities to showcase what we’re doing in South Australia within particular industries and to foster relationships with global business leaders.”

The Centre is working closely with the South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute (SAHMRI) to bring other high level medical and health conferences to Adelaide.

In addition, the Centre is working to attract events from other industries key to the state, such as mining and resources, education, wine and defence.

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The final form of the 4,300 square metre expansion of the Convention Centre is taking shape as workers complete the steel framework.

In the coming months, the outside shell and roof of the expansion will be installed while works on the second stage of the project will begin.

The first stage, expected to be completed in late 2014, will expand the existing facility westwards over the railway lines to link with Montefiore bridge.

Stage two of the redevelopment will replace the existing Plenary Building (home of the first Convention Centre in Australia in 1987) with a multi-purpose, state-of-the-art facility with plenary capacity of up to 3,500 seats, and is scheduled for completion in mid 2017.

Form of new centre takes shape


> The complete steel framework shows the new form of the expanded Convention Centre

for further information please contact:

adelaide oval redevelopment 1300 305 255

adelaide metro 1300 311 108

gawler rail revitalisation 1300 782 454

noarlunga rail revitalisation 1300 782 454

rail electrification 1800 644 735

riverbank precinct 1300 305 255

seaford rail extension 1800 791 883

south road superway 1300 638 789

the parks community centre 1300 002 033

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DISCOVER SOUTH AUSTRALIA’S INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTSSUMMER 2013

Working on some of the country’s largest infrastructure projects is giving local graduates invaluable experience and keeping them in South Australia.

Checking the compaction of the extensive layers of earth being placed to support the duplicated Southern Expressway is giving Evan Woolford the best practical experience he could have hoped for.

Evan joined the department three years ago after graduating with a civil engineering degree and is now on secondment with contractor Lend Lease.

“We’ve had to build up from 30 to 40 metres below the finished asphalt level in some areas. I have had to look after quality management, ensuring there’s enough compaction so the embankment will be suitable underneath the future expressway,” he said.

“I couldn’t really ask for a better graduate opportunity – it’s probably the biggest learning curve I’ve had since starting with the department.”

More than 1,600 jobs have been created as a result of the duplication project.

The next generation of civil engineers is getting valuable real life experience by tackling some of the state’s most challenging infrastructure projects.

As a major final year subject, students at the University of South Australia are asked by the department’s project managers to have a go at solving some of our trickiest infrastructure challenges.

They are given a project and asked to tender for work, design solutions and run the company that will deliver it.

“It gives valuable experience of how everything we’ve learned all fits together,” Markus Dunatov said.

“It’s this type of experience that has helped me get a part time job in my field at the Copper Coast Council,” he said.

Markus’ group helped come up with a solution to separate the Outer Harbor line from South Road, which involved building an overpass.

Kathryn McAllister found the biggest challenge was getting the group of 32 students working together.

“Being able to coordinate a team was something I hadn’t done before, it showed how important communication is between team members,” she said.

International student Kumaran Kanapathy found good interpersonal skills were just as important as the engineering theory he had learnt.

“It helped me work out how to manage conflict and get many people to try and agree on something, which was a challenge for me.”

The Civil Engineering Design Project is part of the Bachelor of Engineering (Civil) at the University of South Australia.

Projects keeping graduates local

Real life challenge gives valuable experience

> Working on local projects has given Evan Woolford a challenging start to his engineering career

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