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Team Taylor recently came together in Head Office and across our project sites to celebrate Harmony Day, a special occasion dedicated to recognising and embracing the diverse cultures that make our workplace and teams unique.

To mark the occasion, staff were encouraged to bring a dish that represents their cultural heritage. The result was a generous and colourful spread that reflected the many backgrounds, traditions, and stories that make up our teams.

The Head Office kitchen and site lunch rooms quickly became hubs of activity as colleagues shared homemade favourites, sparking conversations about family traditions, cultural roots, and the meaning behind each dish. In true Taylor tradition, Matt’s smoked brisket was a crowd favourite, alongside nostalgic Australian treats including fairy bread and Middle Eastern delights like fattoush salad. Caprese skewers transported us to Italy, while other dishes such as burek, wontons, bao buns and baklava further showcased the diversity of our teams. Each dish brought to the table carried a story, and by sharing these stories, teams built a deeper understanding and appreciation of one another’s backgrounds.

Harmony Week is a reminder that our differences are a strength, and that everyone belongs. Celebrating together is one small but meaningful way we continue to build an inclusive, respectful, and connected workplace environment.

Our 2026 Annual Charity Golf Day was proudly held on Wednesday, 25 February at St Michael’s Golf Course, bringing together our subcontractors and partners for a day of connection, competition, and community spirit.

Following a relaxed yet competitive 18 holes of Ambrose golf, players came together for lunch and presentations. Attendees heard from Kylie Stark, Clinical Nurse Consultant, Paediatric Oncology at the Sydney Children’s Hospital in Randwick, who shared her firsthand experiences caring for children undergoing cancer treatment and the meaningful impact that funds raised through the event have on patients and their families.

For the seventh consecutive year, Taylor partnered with the Sporting Chance Cancer Foundation (SCCF) to raise crucial funds for their outreach programs. Established in 1996, the SCCF is dedicated to giving kids a ‘sporting chance’ and financially supports mobile home care units and outreach programs, helping make life easier for children from regional areas who are living with cancer.

Over the past six years, we have raised $475,000 for the SCCF. Our fundraising has helped launch and support the James Tedesco Outreach Program at Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick, bringing specialist care closer to home for rural and regional NSW families.

2025 delivery highlights of the James Tedesco Outreach Program (NSW) include:

• 52 outreach clinics delivered
• 8–14 patients per clinic (typical)
• 536 Outpatient Attendees
• 314 Patients & Families Supported
• 21 Clinicians supporting the Oncology Outreach Program
• Across five Local Health Districts (incl. ACT)
• Strengthening regional care through nurse education, medical grand rounds, and virtual clinical handovers

Taylor, together with Ravenswood, project consultants and delivery partners, has officially marked the topping out of The Anne Johnstone Wellbeing & Sports Centre, a significant milestone in the project’s journey. However, the celebration wasn’t just about reaching the top, it was on the extraordinary engineering taking place within the structure itself.

Soon to be concealed behind architectural finishes, the immense structural beams are the building’s unseen heroes. These quiet giants carry the load overhead so the courts beneath can span wide without a single column in the way. Their scale, precision, and technical complexity represent some of the most challenging and rewarding work delivered on the project.

Taylor is proud to celebrate a significant milestone for Matt Postle, Head of Technology, who marks 10 years with the business!

Matt has more than 23 years of experience in IT and cybersecurity across a range of industries. He began his Taylor journey as an IT Process Engineer, and for the past decade he has played a pivotal role in transforming our technology landscape and strengthening our cybersecurity.

Throughout his time at Taylor, Matt has delivered transformative improvements that have strengthened the business’s operational capability and security. He has played a crucial role in safeguarding the company’s network infrastructure and eliminating cyber threats, helping Taylor remain resilient in an increasingly complex digital environment. Matt led the significant migration of servers from physical infrastructure to the cloud, providing greater scalability and efficiency across the organisation. His work has also been integral in designing and implementing reliable internet connectivity across project sites, and he helped modernise the business with a full rollout of new laptops, improving mobility and productivity for all teams.

In addition to his contributions at Taylor, Matt contributes his expertise at an industry level. He is an active member of the Property Council of Australia’s Technology and AI Roundtable Cybersecurity Working Group, collaborating with industry leaders to shape policy, influence regulation, and guide the advancement of technology and AI within the property sector.

Taylor is pleased to announce the appointment of Elliot Hicks as Chief Operating Officer, effective 13 January 2026.

Elliot joins Taylor with extensive experience delivering complex institutional and government projects, bringing a practical, people-focused approach that strongly reflects our purpose of Connecting People & Spaces.

In his role as Chief Operating Officer, Elliot will oversee Taylor’s operational functions. “Elliot will partner with our teams to build on Taylor’s strong operational foundations and support the continued growth of our capability and performance. He will work closely with our leadership team to drive alignment with our strategic direction and ensure our operational approach supports long-term business goals” Mark Taylor, CEO.

Elliot brings more than 20 years’ experience leading large-scale operations, governance, and commercial performance across the Health, Defence, Infrastructure, Building and Rail sectors. Known for building high-performing, accountable teams, he excels at strengthening organisational capability, embedding robust governance frameworks, and aligning people, processes and strategy to enhance business outcomes.

Elliot’s leadership will contribute to the continued growth of our business, ensuring Taylor continues to be recognised for its strong reputation within the Industry and a trusted delivery partner for our clients.

Taylor proudly celebrates the 10-year anniversary of Dean Fondas, Project Director, whose leadership and dedication have been instrumental in delivering some of our most successful projects. Dean joined Taylor as a Project Manager and through his determination and expertise, has grown into a highly respected Project Director with over 23 years of experience in the construction industry.

Dean has delivered outstanding results across multiple sectors including Education, Community, Health, Retail, and Residential. His proactive approach and ability to present innovative solutions have ensured projects are completed to the highest standards of quality, time, and cost efficiency. Dean’s exceptional communication and organisational skills have fostered strong relationships with clients, consultants, subcontractors, and his teams, making him a trusted and reliable leader of the Taylor team.

Currently leading our Midtown Macquarie Park New Primary School project, Dean has also played a key role in several landmark projects, including Roseville College’s Sport & Wellbeing Centre, Taronga Institute of Science & Learning, PolAir Helicopter Base, and Lindfield Learning Village Stage 1. Each of these projects reflects his commitment to excellence and ability to navigate complex challenges with innovative solutions.

Dean’s delivery of Roseville College was commended by College representatives and the community for the project’s quality and student engagement. His efforts in facilitating site tours and educational information sessions have been praised for inspiring students and promoting awareness of careers in construction.

We’re proud to celebrate a remarkable milestone for Jason Wong, who celebrates 10 years with Taylor! Starting as IT Systems Coordinator and now our ICT Business Analyst, Jason has been instrumental in many of Taylor’s key technological transformations.

Throughout his tenure, Jason has enabled change by defining needs and recommending IT solutions that deliver value to the business. His hybrid approach combining predictive and adaptive strategies has streamlined processes and improved productivity, creating various efficiencies within the company.

Jason’s impact over the last decade is evident in the way he has fundamentally transformed numerous business operations. He developed and launched Taylor’s SharePoint Intranet, consolidating documents, policies, and templates onto a single, accessible platform for the entire company. By harnessing Power BI, Jason enhanced a range of business processes, notably improving ESG and safety reporting. He also led the implementation of Procure Pro, bringing a new level of efficiency to the tender recommendation process. Additionally, Jason automated the capital expenditure process using SharePoint Apps, driving greater efficiency and streamlining operations across Taylor.

Jason’s commitment to excellence was recognised by his peers in 2024, where he was named a finalist for the Create Award in our Annual Taylor Awards Program.

His role goes far beyond technical expertise. Jason is known for his infectious laughter, which can be heard from the other side of the office, and his creative, idea-driven approach to problem-solving. Always eager to collaborate, Jason’s ability to communicate effectively and build consensus has made him a trusted team member at Taylor. Outside of work, you’ll find Jason on a pickleball court, where he’s determined to become North Sydney’s top player.

Congratulations, Jason, on a decade of dedication and innovation at Taylor!

The Trinity Grammar School Renewal Project has seen significant progress over the past month, with the team focused on advancing the structure through slab and vertical concrete pours.

Key achievements include completing formwork, reinforcement, and concrete pours on Levels 2 and 3, as well as the first of two pours on Level 4. Suspended slab formwork is underway for the final pour on Level 4, whilst tensioning works have been finalised on Levels 2 and 3. Blockwork and high-level services in the basement are nearing completion, and lift fabrication is progressing well with Lift 1 complete. Within the Quad building, ceiling framing and lining works have been completed.

With the final major pour scheduled for later this month, the goal is to have the main structure standing by Christmas. Once complete, the suspended slab structure will have used over 2,400m³ of concrete, equivalent to 300 trucks and 17 full days of pouring concrete.

Beyond construction, the Taylor team has hosted site tours for Year 8 and Year 11 students, offering hands-on learning experiences. Year 11 Building and Construction students even completed a WH&S induction, gaining valuable insight into life on-site.

Looking ahead, work will accelerate during the school holidays, and in late January, the project will celebrate a major milestone with a ‘Topping Out’ ceremony, marking the highest structural point.