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Last month, Team Taylor joined industry colleagues and partners for an afternoon of ‘Disco-themed’ bowls and networking on the greens. Hosted by the NSW Future Directions Committee from Property Council of Australia, our emerging leaders participated in some friendly competition whilst building their relationships with other young like-minded professionals.

Although Taylor didn’t secure the winner’s trophy, it was promising to see our young professionals leaning into opportunities to expand their networks and engage in meaningful conversations with their peers. It was also great to see the comradery, teamwork, and connectedness across the field, along with the overall energy and diversity of aspiring leaders in attendance.

Taylor is a long-standing and proud series sponsor of NSW Future Directions, represented on the committee by Senior Marketing Coordinator, Georgia Barnes. Investing in our next generation, Future Directions is an initiative developed to support young property professionals under 35 years old, by providing pathways and networking opportunities through events, committees, research, and learning.

Thank you to our young leaders who attended:

• Georgia Barnes, Senior Marketing Coordinator
• Harrison Cornay, Project Manager
• Joshua Norman, Contract Administrator
• Matthew Famularo, Site Engineer
• Rebecca Dearing, Cadet

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On 18 May 2023, Taylor joined Roseville College to create a unique learning experience for Year 5 students about Sustainable Building Design.

Abbey Johnson (Head of Design and Innovation) and Sylvia Lee (ESD Engineer) from Taylor engaged the young students with a short presentation, highlighting the importance of sustainable practices in construction. Through interactive discussions, Abbey and Sylvia covered eight focus areas of Sustainable Building Design. From harnessing natural sunlight, to using energy efficiently and selecting eco-friendly materials, the pair explained how various aspects of construction can contribute to a greener future.

Asking questions and sharing examples of sustainable practices in their own homes, students were highly engaged in the session. Following the presentation, the students proudly showcased their handmade sustainable building models to Abbey and Sylvia, explaining the various sustainable components of each. The models were quite impressive, featuring cross ventilation, solar panels, and windmills!

By educating on sustainable approaches and sparking curiosity within younger minds, Taylor hopes to inspire and empower the next generation to make a positive impact in our world.

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UTS Business School has taken a proactive approach to bridging the gap between academia and industry by providing students with hands-on learning opportunities.

Approximately 300 Bachelor of Business students were given the chance to participate in the challenge, guided by industry expert Dr Isabelle Phillips, and UTS partners Associate Professor Marco Berti, and Dr Charles Okumu. Taylor’s Head of Design and Innovation, Abbey Johnson presented one of the prevalent industry challenges in construction. Students formulated solutions to actively seek and embrace sustainable work methods despite the challenges arising from the macro-economic context. These solutions were then presented to a panel of Taylor judges and were evaluated based on the company’s principles.

A special presentation was held on Thursday 25^th May at the UTS campus and awards were presented to the winning teams. The four categories of awards reflect Taylor’s principles of Listen, Create, Include and Excel. George Bardas, Chief Executive Officer and Abbey Johnson were proud to hand out these awards and connect with the students.

Roseville College and Taylor held a breakfast on 17 May 2023 to explore potential careers in construction with students in Years 10-12.

The event was a part of the collaborative Construction Learning Partnership program between Taylor and Roseville College. Four Taylor employees, Cassandra Zughbi (Design Manager), Floriane Trazic (Project Manager), Rebecca Dearing (Cadet), and Jacklyn Wickham (Marketing Manager), participated in a panel discussion, where they shared their personal career journeys and provided valuable insights into their respective roles.

Each speaker shared their personal career beginnings, offering valuable insights into the daily routines and responsibilities of their roles. They also provided guidance and advice to students who may be uncertain about their career choices. Cassandra and Jacklyn specifically highlighted the diverse entry points available in the construction industry and the multitude of pathways students can explore to enter this field. The panellists also emphasised the importance of strong communication and organisational skills as a key component in any career.

The Taylor team talked about the important contributions of women in the construction industry and discussed the supportive and encouraging environment that exists for women in a traditionally male-dominated field. They also outlined Taylor’s initiatives, including the Taylor Women in Construction program, aimed at enhancing female representation and engagement in the industry. Additionally, Dean Fondas, Project Director at Taylor, expressed the crucial role men are playing ­­in achieving gender equality within the industry.

Following panel discussions, students were able to engage directly with the Taylor employees and ask questions over morning tea. Students were then offered exclusive access to view the construction site of Roseville’s upcoming Sport and Wellbeing Centre.

Roseville’s new Centre will provide a state-of-the-art, 4-Green Star facility that comprises an eight-lane 25-meter indoor pool, eight additional classrooms (including a flexible space for dance and functions), a leading-edge nutrition and food technology space, a strength and conditioning gym, three outdoor multipurpose courts and a two-storey underground carpark.

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Tara is a highly respected institution known for its dedication to educational excellence and it was an honour for us to be part of this project.

Situated amongst the existing gymnasium/multipurpose hall, main oval, and tennis courts, the new Aquatic Centre includes many impressive features such as a 25-meter, eight-lane competition pool complete with accompanying amenities, tiered seating, and a fitness centre. Additionally, the facility houses a separate learn-to-swim pool that comes equipped with change rooms, shower, and toilet facilities.

Our team at Taylor takes great pride in connecting school communities to top-tier sports facilities that greatly benefit the fitness and wellbeing of students, not just for the present, but also for decades to come.

Learn more about this project here.

Last week Taylor came together with Stockland and special guests for a traditional Topping Out Ceremony, marking the completion of the highest structural point of 11 Khartoum Road at Macquarie Park. This 9-storey building is the first of four buildings in Stage 1 of the development.

The ceremony opened with a Welcome to Country from Darug Community members, followed by the placement of a native tree on top of the building, which will form part of the future landscaping for the project. Taylor is proud to celebrate this significant milestone which acknowledges being one step closer to bringing M_Park to life.

Positioned in the heart of Macquarie Park and designed to accommodate world-class tenants, this new mixed-use development is set to be one of Australia’s largest innovative precincts for life sciences and technology.

Stage 1 comprises 62,500 square metres across three commercial buildings with shared amenities plus a data centre. Targeting 6 Star Green Star and 5 Star NABERS ratings, the first stage will accommodate up to 3,600 workers and includes offices, green and public space, multilevel underground carpark, end of trip facilities, as well as retail, health and medical offerings.

Upon completion, tenants including Demant and WiSE Medical will benefit greatly from their new innovative, sustainable, and thriving workplace of the future.

Congratulations to our partner Stockland, and their Managing Director and CEO, Tarun Gupta, on completing this significant milestone. Thank you also to our Taylor Team for their efforts in providing the safety briefing and carefully coordinating everyone to the rooftop for the event.

Works are well underway at Estia Health St Ives, with the project team celebrating the recent completion of the final pour sequence. Close to 3,800m3 of concrete has been laid across 4,800sqm since the project’s commencement.

The $32 million development will create a place for the community’s residents to call home, allowing much needed stability and security for the ageing population in Sydney.

Diarmuid O’Flaherty, Project Manager, reflected on the project milestone, “Collectively, we have worked together to push the project closer to completion. We placed one pour sequence a week for 7 consecutive weeks, from January 31 to March 15 – in essence, a 6-day pour cycle. This is a really impressive output – well done to all involved.”

Works have now commenced on the aged care home’s lightweight roofing, with 70 tonnes of structural steel to be erected across a 3-tiered colourbond roof located at the latter-end of the concrete structure.

With formwork now stripped, works on the external cladding, windows and high-level services continue to gain momentum, as well as the preparation of prototype rooms showcasing Estia Health St Ives high-end finishes.

Once complete, the development will offer varying levels of care to support residents across their diverse stages of life and needs. The aged care home, which will replicate a townhouse appearance to fit in with local surrounds, will house a series of care communities including dedicated spaces such as a commercial kitchen, dining, lounge, cafe, gymnasium, associated service rooms, nurse stations, terraces, storage spaces, activities areas and single basement carpark accommodating 43 spaces.

The development will also offer residents luxury amenities include a hairdressing salon, day spa and nail bar.

With a 23-year tenure in the construction industry, Marcus has been pivotal in delivering many award-winning projects spanning various sectors, such as Manta Apartments-Little Bay, Pullman Hotel at Sydney Olympic Park, and the Supacentre Castle Hill.

Presently, Marcus is engaged in upgrading the North Sydney Public School, which promises to enhance the learning experience for students while supporting the local community. Before this project, he was instrumental in some of Taylor’s key projects, including Gordon Quarter, Delmar Private Hospital, and the Sydney Olympic Park Aquatic Centre pool refurbishment.

Known for his hard work, resourcefulness, and leadership, Marcus has also generously devoted his time to mentoring future construction professionals. His impact on young individuals has been significant. Marcus’s contributions to workplace safety have not gone unnoticed and are greatly valued and respected. Marcus has always succeeded in putting the company first with his hard work and loyalty.

We want to extend our gratitude to Marcus for his contributions and tireless work ethic, and we look forward to many more years!

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This annual KARI celebration provides a one-stop shop for community members to explore and experience Aboriginal Culture first hand. Various activities were offered, including cultural demonstrations, arts and crafts, market stalls, entertainment and amusement rides, and various informative partnership stalls.

While completing our first Reconciliation Action Plan, Taylor and KARI Foundation fostered an official partnership, working together on community, volunteering, career pathways, fundraising, and education.

#TeamTaylor and @UTSBEA Students enjoyed connecting with the local Aboriginal community of South West Sydney.

A shout out to Officeworks for generously donating school and art supplies for our Unity Day goody bags.