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A warm congratulations to Adam Towner, Head of New Business and Strategy, Georgia Barnes, Senior Marketing Coordinator, Katherine Barrionuevo, Senior Design Manager, and Philip Bermingham, General Manager – Major Projects, on their recent appointments to the Property Council of Australia’s (PCA) 2023/24 committees. 

Adam has been appointed to the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, in which he will focus on building diversity and inclusion across the property industry. The committee champions specific networking, learning, and sponsorship opportunities. In 2022, Adam sponsored Emily Carlton, People Relations Coordinator, as part of PCA’s 500 Women in Property program – you can learn more about Emily’s experience here.  

Katherine has been appointed to the Precincts Committee, which represents the interests of the property industry in precinct and innovation district promotion and formation, and its intersection with all levels of the education sector, health sector and metro precincts. An ESG champion, Katherine will work mindfully with the committee to identify challenges and barriers to growth. 

Georgia has been appointed to The Future Directions Committee, designed for aspiring future leaders in the property industry. A key focus for this committee is to develop an industry networking and professional development platform for young property professionals (under 35s). Georgia is also a Committee Member of Taylor’s Women in Construction engagement program. 

Philip has been appointed to the Residential Committee, where he will work with the government and wider industry to develop solutions in relation to residential property and development. Urban renewal, levies, land supply and housing affordability are among its priority areas. Responsible for Taylor’s Major Projects division, Phil’s expertise lies in large-scale, complex works requiring innovative techniques and a focus on sustainability. He has overseen projects such as the $330M UTS Central development for the University of Technology. 

These appointments reflect Adam, Katherine, Georgia, and Phil’s expertise and commitment to the property and construction sector. The Taylor team looks forward to building our engagement with the Property Council of Australia and supporting Adam, Katherine, Georgia, and Phil in their new roles as we move into 2023.  

The final major concrete slab has been poured at the John Cunningham Student Centre at the Scots College. The slab required over 200m3 of concrete and contains 65 tonnes of reinforced steel and marks the completion of a major project milestone.

The project team’s attention now turns to architectural elements and detailing, including the sandstone dormers, ironbark hardwood rafters, slate, and a lead roof with cast iron gutters and downpipes.

Works continue to progress onsite, with Team Taylor preparing to commence bespoke internal finishes in 2023, encompassing intricate carpentry, tiling, cast iron and plaster designs.

We are delighted to deliver the John Cunningham Student Centre for the school community, and look forward to bringing this impressive space to life.

Works are underway on the refurbishment of the community rooms at The Girls & Boys Brigade  – a centre catering to youth and families experiencing financial, social, educational and housing challenges.  

The Taylor team is leading the renovation project – a commissioned extension of the pro bono work undertaken in 2020 to improve the Girls & Boys Brigade’s staff offices. Jason Tulich, Project Manager, is at the helm of this important work.

Following the pouring of the final suspend slab, we celebrated finishing the external structure of the new building in August 2022 for Pendle Hill High School.

Once complete, students at Pendle Hill High School will enjoy 14 new learning spaces (including two multimedia rooms), an upgrade to convert the old library into 4 flexible learning spaces, a new library, a lecture theatre, new staff and administration areas, student amenities, and outdoor learning spaces and landscaping.

One of the Lower North Shore’s most iconic heritage-listed mansions – Burnham Thorpe – has undergone a meticulous make-over to become several luxury homes for seniors, following an ambitious six-year redevelopment of Lady Gowrie Village, of which it is part.

As part of the redevelopment, the restored and renovated Mediterranean-style mansion is at the heart of the newly named, Gordon Quarter: the new look, reimagined retirement village on Edward Street, that is now open and welcoming new residents from the local community.

Residents can now enjoy the serene tranquillity of natural bushland – with local cafes, markets and retail all within an easy stroll of the new development that includes the stunning interwar mansion, 40 purpose-designed retirement living units, and a brand-new 107 room Roden Cutler Lodge residential aged care home.

Movember started in 2003 as a bit of fun between friends in Melbourne, Australia. Since then, Movember has funded more than 1,250 men’s health projects around the world, transforming the way health services reach and support men.  

Last month Roy Li, Stephen Williams and Elijah Rendon participated in the important event, raising money and awareness to support men’s health projects globally. 

You can still support the Taylor team! Head over to their fundraising page here.

We’ve moved! 

Team Taylor is working from our new Headquarters – L16 100 Pacific Highway, North Sydney.

Taylor offices will be closed from Friday 22 December 2022, reopening Monday 9 January 2023.  

Now in its 7th year, Sydney Build is the best-attended construction event in Australia, offering 300+ accredited presentations, 500+ exhibitors and incredible networking opportunities for Australia’s architecture, engineering and infrastructure industries.  

Guest speakers Adam Vassallo, Senior Project Manager, Clare Bailey, Head of Marketing, and Cain Slater, Chief Operating Officer at KARI will join industry experts, exploring ‘The Renaissance of Public Spaces’ and ‘Reconciliation in Construction.’ Tickets are free, however spaces are limited – be sure to register and confirm your attendance before they run out. 

Adam Vassallo, Senior Project Manager – ‘The Renaissance of Public Spaces’ 

During his 13 years with Taylor, Adam has successfully led or worked on many completed projects around the Sydney metropolitan area. His keen eye for detail ensures his projects are completed to the highest possible standard. In 2020, Adam won the prestigious Professional Excellence Award in the AIB National Professional Excellence in Building & Construction Awards.  

Adam will be joining Tony Lavorato, Design Director, Structures – Aurecon and Nicole Robinson, Senior Manager, Planning & Design – Infrastructure NSW on the Sydney Build Main Stage from 4.00pm on 6 March 2023, for an invigorating panel discussion. 

Learn more about this session here. 

Clare Bailey, Head of Marketing, and Cain Slater, Chief Operating Officer at KARI – ‘Reconciliation in Construction’ 

A recognised industry leader in brand and design whose global experience spans multiple sectors, Clare is passionate driver of diversity and culture initiatives, as Reconciliation Action Plan Chair and steering group member for Taylor’s Women in Construction program and ESG strategy.  

Clare will be joined by Cain Slater, a proud Aboriginal man who has dedicated his career to driving positive change. As the Chief Operating Officer of the KARI Foundation, Australia’s largest Aboriginal charity, Cain is responsible for leading the organisation’s work in Aboriginal procurement, economic development and community empowerment.  

Leading the ‘Reconciliation in Construction’ panel discussion, Clare and Cain will discuss a variety of topics, exploring the key role partnerships play in delivering meaningful, outcomes-focussed corporate Reconciliation Action Plans.  

Learn more about this session here. 

Campbelltown Hospital delivers quality healthcare to residents in the Macarthur region, providing a range of services including cardiology, maternity, gynaecology, palliative care, respiratory and stroke medicine, surgery and emergency medicine, and aged-care services. We are delighted to share that our Refurbishment and Live Environments division has been appointed to deliver the Refurbishment Works Package 3, as part of the Campbelltown Hospital Stage 2 redevelopment.  

This will be the second refurbishment package undertaken by Taylor as part of the Campbelltown Hospital Stage 2 redevelopment. The package of works will expand and enhance the existing Renal Department, provide an additional northern entrance including landscaping works, and refurbish existing buildings, services and facilities. 

Once complete, patients will benefit from the latest technology and specialist care, with works due for completion in late 2023.