The majority of columns to level 1 are completed and wall panels to the southern elevation from ground level to mezzanine level have been manufactured. Panels from mezzanine level to level 1 are currently been manufactured. The facade contract has been awarded with preparation of shop drawings proceeding. All structure and facade packages have been tendered and awarded. All services packages have been tendered and fire, electrical, hydraulic and BMU contractors appointed.
Construction is about eight days behind schedule.
The site of building D has been cleared, and is currently in use as a builders' area for construction of building B. Consideration has been given to construction of a 12-storey serviced apartment complex on the site, but no formal contract has yet been entered into by the University. The Telstra cables running through the carpark have been exposed, re-encased with PVC conduits, concreted and backfilled. The steel structure has been placed in position to support the cables. Piling to the carpark proper is complete. A has commenced after completion of the gas main.