Main works have started on Stage 1 of the Fishermans Bend project, with Victorian-based Winslow Infrastructure on the job.
The Port Melbourne project extends across 480 hectares and will link the city’s CBD with Port Phillip Bay. It is Australia’s largest urban renewal project and comprises five precincts.
Main works on Stage 1 of the Innovation Precinct, the former GMH site, include the establishment of an east-west connection through the site by linking Salmon Street and Todd Road. They also include the creation of public realm and open space, and unlocking development-ready sites for related industry investment.
Early works on Stage 1 were completed in 2024. These included demolition of vacant plant and equipment, site remediation works, service relocations and early civil works to prepare the land for the future construction of the Stage 1 roads and new public park.
The $179.4 million Stage 1 is being delivered by Development Victoria and the Department of Transport and Planning (DTP). Last year, the state government endorsed a preferred route for a possible future rail tunnel through Fishermans Bend and Docklands, and planning work has started for a future tram connection.
Winslow Infrastructure celebrates its 40th anniversary in 2025.
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