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Team Taylor recently came together with our subcontractors for Hard Hat Day 2024, with four of our sites hosting BBQs and lunches generously sponsored by our subcontractors.

Raising over $6,000 for the Property Industry Foundation, each lunch onsite served as a special opportunity to fundraise for this vital cause, connect with each other, and enjoy a hearty meal with our clients, partners, and valued subcontractors.

Hard Hat Day raises funds for the Haven Project – a collaborative effort with the property and construction industry to build and renovate homes for homeless youth. Every night, 46,000 young Australians go without a safe and secure place to sleep.

Taylor is a proud long-term sponsor and gold donor of the Property Industry Foundation with involvement with the foundation since 2009. Our participation spans across PIF initiatives throughout the year, successfully building a deeper partnership with the organisation through ongoing fundraising and sponsorship. Team Taylor is passionate about its advocacy for this important, industry-led cause.

Taylor was proud to sponsor the Property Council of Australia’s (PCA) Business Lunch in Conversation with the CEOs of Bradfield Development Authority and Infrastructure NSW. A huge thank you to the PCA for hosting this insightful event and to all the esteemed panellists:

• Tom Gellibrand, CEO, Infrastructure NSW
• Ken Morrison, Chief Executive Officer, Bradfield Development Authority
• Amy Menere, Chief Stakeholder Relations and Customer Officer, Mirvac
• Justine Kinch, Director Western Sydney Aerotropolis Planning & Programs Greater Sydney, Transport for NSW

A special shoutout to Jess Evans, our Relationship Manager, for delivering a warm and engaging welcome address on behalf of Taylor.

Taylor is proud to have been one of the first residents in the new city of Bradfield, playing a pivotal role as the managing contractor for the First Building. This building, which will soon house the Advanced Manufacturing Research Facility (AMRF), marks a significant milestone in the development of this innovative city. The AMRF is a high-tech facility with advanced manufacturing equipment and offices for research institutions and industry to collaborate.

The events discussion on Bradfield City Centre and the coordination of infrastructure across the Western Sydney Aerotropolis was particularly timely and informative. We are excited to witness the transformative phase for Western Sydney.

Thank you to everyone who joined us today and contributed to the conversation.

In a collaborative effort to empower women in the construction industry, Taylor partnered with Microsoft to co-host a Women in Construction Breakfast at one of our Data Centre Projects. The event brought together industry peers and working learners, including students from TAFE NSW Institute of Applied Technology – Construction and the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), for a morning of networking, knowledge sharing and a facilitated site tour.

The breakfast provided a unique platform for women in the industry to connect, share insights, and explore the latest advancements in construction technology. A highlight of the event was a fun and interactive quiz featuring interesting statistics and facts about the industry. Congratulations to Isabella Di Nardo on winning first prize!

Taylor is dedicated to advocating for and supporting women in the construction industry. Events like this highlight the incredible opportunities and rewarding careers available in the field.

“We are thrilled to have partnered with Microsoft to host this event,” said Lulu Zhang, Contract Administrator at Taylor. “It’s initiatives like these that allow us to showcase the amazing potential and talent within our industry.”

The event wouldn’t have been possible without the support of industry guests and partners, including the Property Council of Australia (PCA), the National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC), UTS, and TAFE NSW. Taylor extends its gratitude to all partners for their participation.

Combining practical learning with professional development, Taylor’s recent Cadet, Graduate, and Apprentice peer group catch up involved a unique field trip to Gosford Quarries, supplier of the stone for our Scots College project.

This insightful tour was facilitated by Gosford Quarries and the RJC Group, the stonemasonry subcontractor responsible for the stone installation at The Scots College. The group was expertly guided through the RJC Gosford Quarry by Sid, a proprietor of Gosford Quarries. The Taylor Team witnessed stone cutting in real-time, delved into the intricacies of stone cutting systems, and admired a completed product crafted for St Mary’s Cathedral.

Our Peer Group catch ups allow our Cadets, Graduates, and Apprentices to not only develop their understanding of different elements of Taylor, but also the procurement of materials and importance of building and maintaining strong relationships with our subcontractors.

Thank you to our Graduate and Cadet Peer Group champions, Dylan Massad, Ervin Bunic, Scott Dobson, and Jason Tulich for organising this unique excursion.

Along with our Taylor team, the event welcomed professionals from Architectus, Colliers, and Northrop, who all played a part in creating a warm and engaging atmosphere.

Hosted in Taylor HQ, the afternoon was all about networking complemented with grazing spreads and a selection of popular beverages. This set a comfortable environment for attendees to meet, establish, and grow their professional relationships across different disciplines within the industry.

The Fireside Chat was a highlight of the event featuring representatives from each company. Moderated by our very own Daniel Taylor, speakers were encouraged to share fun facts about their businesses, discuss the most exciting innovations in design and construction, and give their best elevator pitch to a potential client. The conversation also touched on the collaboration between companies and how this is expected to evolve over the next five years.

Thank you to all our speakers who contributed to the Fireside Chat.

• Liam Baker, Architectus
• Ryan Pike, Northrop
• Jake Michelutti, Taylor
• Jessica Whitlock, Colliers
• Callum Flitcroft, Colliers

As we continue with the Future Connect series, we’re committed to providing a platform that not only connects our emerging leaders, but also offers opportunities to learn from industry colleagues and build on valuable interdisciplinary relationships. We look forward to hosting our next event later this year.

In recognition of NAIDOC Week 2024, we would like to thank Total Surveying Solutions (TSS), a proud First Nations Business, for their continued collaboration and support. We are grateful to Michael Hatton, TSS Founder/Director, and David Hines, TSS Indigenous Advisor, who kindly presented our CEO, George Bardas, with a beautifully painted Hard Hat inspired by our RAP Artwork designed by Jasmin Sarin.

Total Surveying Solutions (TSS) has been a valued partner, working across many Taylor projects, and we look forward to continuing our relationship. David Hines created the painted Hard Hat, a true work of art, using inspiration from our RAP Artwork. It also acts as a symbol for our commitment to reconciliation and cultural appreciation and serves as a reminder of the importance of safety in our daily work.

Taylor is proud to announce that all three of our outstanding applicants have been accepted into the PCA 500 Women in Property program for the 2024/25 cycle. This initiative, hosted by the Property Council of Australia, is designed to champion diversity and foster the growth of talented women within the property industry. 

The program offers participants a platform for professional development, networking, and mentorship, aligning with Taylor’s commitment to empowering our team members and promoting inclusivity in all sectors. 

We would like to congratulate Contract Administrators, Dorsa Faghireh and Kathy Chen, as well as Sylvia Lee, ESD Engineer, on this great achievement. Adam Towner, Head of New Business and Strategy and Member of the PCA Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee, is sponsoring Dorsa. This will be Adam’s third year as a sponsor for the program, after sponsoring Emily Carlton and Mary Haddad, in 2022 and 2023 respectively. Kathy is sponsored by Angelia Liew, Senior Estimator – Major Projects, a role model for women in the industry and a successful participant of the 2023 Program. Sylvia’s sponsor is Adam Wheat, General Manager – Property, who is an advocate for women in the industry and an active committee lead in our internal Women’s Engagement Program, TWIC.  

Our participants and their sponsors acceptance into the PCA 500 Women in Property program not only highlights their individual capabilities, but also represents Taylor’s ongoing investment in nurturing talent and building a more diverse and dynamic industry. 

We look forward to supporting Dorsa, Kathy and Sylvia throughout their journey in the program and are excited to see the contributions they will make to the property sector. Their success is an example of inspiration for all aspiring women within Taylor and beyond. Congratulations once again to our participants and their sponsors for this well-deserved recognition and opportunity.

As we mark Daniel Bacic’s 10-year milestone with Taylor, we take a moment to appreciate his journey and the invaluable contributions to the success of countless Taylor projects over the years.

Daniel’s tenure at Taylor has been marked by his extensive experience and ability to navigate the multifaceted roles of both a Project and Design Manager. His profound knowledge of intricate construction processes and stakeholder management has been pivotal within our pre-construction and Industrial division. Daniel’s patience, detail-oriented approach, and extensive knowledge of the industry have led him to become a well-respected member amongst the team.

As we celebrate this significant milestone, we thank Daniel for his continued dedication and invaluable contributions to Taylor over the last decade and look forward to his future years of continued excellence and achievements.

In the spirit of fostering educational opportunities and cultural connection, Taylor, in collaboration with the KARI Foundation and Bernadette Hardy, hosted an inspiring site tour for Indigenous students at the First Building, located on the ancestral lands of the Dharug people, and future home to the Advanced Manufacturing Research Facility.

The tour was a unique blend of education, culture, and construction, tailored for female Indigenous students from Cambridge Park High School who have shown a keen interest in the construction industry. The First Building, a project that embodies a connection to Country with its design inspired by the natural waterways and the Cumberland Plains, is an open and welcoming architectural expression that reflects the fluidity of the landscape and connects the building to the deep history of Country. The KARI Foundation’s role in supporting these students is pivotal, offering them educational experiences and pathways to employment opportunities.

The event began with a heartfelt welcome by Bernadette Hardy, a proud Gamilaraay and Dharug spatial designer and cultural researcher who was engaged as a sub-consultant in the design process of the First Building. Bernadette shared her personal journey and the opportunities available in design and construction. Taylor’s Senior Contract Administrator, Azin Danesh, and Cadet, Amanda Bruhn, followed by sharing fun facts about the project and their career stories, illustrating the diverse pathways into the construction sector. Amanda’s journey from high school to a cadetship, leading to her current studies in Construction Management, highlighted the transformative power of education and mentorship.