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In This Edition IN THIS EDITION 1. Analysis 2. Added 3. Status Changes 4. Updates 5. Projects removed from the Pipeline Home About us Contact 1. Analysis Greenfield pipeline analysis Figure 1 below shows our current analysis of the greenfield pipeline across the Australian and New Zealand markets. This month sees the addition of the next priority passenger rail project in Sydney – the North South Rail Link (NSRL) Stage 1 – which would connect Western Sydney Airport when completed, with the broader rail network. Figure 1: Australian and New Zealand greenfield projects, by pipeline status Source: infrastructurepipeline.org/projects-status-chart, accessed 4 April 2018 View a larger version of this image HERE NSRL sits alongside other major planned rail connections, such as Sydney Metro West, and Parramatta Light Rail Stage 2 – further strengthening the NSW 'prospective' pipeline. Beyond new projects, this month’s Pipeline Report is weighted towards shortlisting of consortia bidding for major projects, across Australia and New Zealand. Shortlisting occurred for Sydney Metro’s Line-wide Works, the operations of Parklea Correctional Centre, Cross River Rail’s Rail Integration and System, and the Tunnel, Stations and Development PPP, as well as the largest water project on the pipeline – Auckland’s NZ$1.2 billion Central Interceptor. Also in New Zealand, the Request for Tender (RFT) for the City Rail Link’s Stations and Tunnels package has been delayed by three months, following the withdrawal of a bidder from the process. This month has also seen the progression of the Snowy Hydro 2.0 expansion project to 'credibly proposed' – following the Federal Government’s full acquisition of the company from the NSW and Victorian governments. Additionally , there has been a large number of project updates following the release of Infrastructure Australia’s Infrastructure Priority List. Projects have moved through to become priority projects, such as the Beerburrum to Nambour Rail Upgrade, or high priority projects, such as Brisbane Metro. Brownfield pipeline analysis This month sees Land Use Victoria, the State’s land registry agency, move to ‘announced’ following confirmation by the Victorian Government that it will proceed with the transaction. Figure 2: The brownfield pipeline by transaction status Source: infrastructurepipeline.org/projects-status-chart, accessed 4 April 2018 View a larger version of this image HERE WA TAB is also one step closer to reaching 'announced' after the WA State Government confirmed that Investec had completed detailed analysis of potential transaction options for the potential sale. The Government will conduct a consultation process with the racing industry to discuss the study's findings and potential sale options. W e have also removed Tasmania’s TasNetworks and Aurora Energy from the brownfield 'prospective' pipeline, following the re-election of the Tasmanian Government, which campaigned on a 'no asset sales' policy. We cannot see a credible pathway to energy privatisations within five years – despite the continued fiscal pressures in the State. Prospective privatisations, and Tasmania’s fiscal condition, will continue to be monitored. back to top 2. Added North South Rail Link - Stage One (NSW, CTH) PROSPECTIVE PIPELINE – In March 2018, the Federal and NSW governments released the Western Sydney Rail Needs Scoping Study Outcomes Report. A North-South Rail Link has been identified as the preferred connection to Western Sydney Airport (WSA). The first stage between the Badgerys Creek Aerotropolis, WSA and St Marys is to be completed in time for WSA opening in 2026. Both governments have committed up to $50 million each to business case development for the full North South Rail Link, and have committed to equally funding the first stage. Pacific Motorway M1 - Eight Mile Plains to Daisy Hill (QLD, CTH) PROPSECTIVE PIPELINE – This stage of works is proposing to widen the Pacific Motorway to eight or 10 lanes on the nine kilometre section between Eight Mile Plains and Daisy Hill. Building Queensland is currently developing a detailed business case for the project. Myalup-W ellington Water Project (WA) PROSPECTIVE PIPELINE - The proposed Myalup-Wellington Water Project comprises a range of integrated above and below dam infrastructure components, aimed at reducing salinity in the Wellington Dam and surrounding area. The project was proposed by a private company, Collie Water. The company was selected as the preferred proponent by the Western Australian Government, after an Expressions of Interest (EOI) process to identify solutions for Wellington Dam's salinity problem. Canberra Hospital Expansion (SPIRE) (ACT) CREDIBLY PROPOSED - The ACT Government has committed to an expansion of Canberra Hospital. The Surgical Procedures, Interventional Radiology and Emergency (SPIRE) Centre will be built on the norther end of the hospital campus. The project would see an investment of $500 million, of which $236 million has been budgeted over the 2017-18 forward estimates. It is expected that construction of SPIRE will begin in 2020, with operations commencing by the mid- 2020s. Nepean Hospital Redevelopment – Stage 2 (NSW) CREDIBLY PROPOSED - The NSW Government has committed a further $450 million for Stage 2 of the Nepean Hospital Redevelopment. Delivery of Stage 2 will commence after the completion of Stage 1. The planning process to investigate specialist services will commence in 2018. Monash Freeway Upgrade – Stage 2 (VIC) ANNOUNCED – The Victorian and Commonwealth governments have stated that they will proceed with Stage 2 of the Monash Freeway Upgrade, as part of the broader Western Distributor Project. Infrastructure Australia is currently assessing the business case, for final approval. The $711 million project will be a design and construct package that extends Stage 1 works – which are near completion – to the east and west, with 36 kilometres of new lanes. back to top 3. Status Changes Snowy 2.0 (CTH) CREDIBLY PROPOSED - In March 2018, the Federal Government announced it had reached an agreement with the NSW and Victorian governments, taking on full ownership of their respective shares in Snowy Hydro Limited. Snowy Hydro Limited was previously 58 per cent owned by NSW, 29 per cent by Victoria and 13 per cent by the Federal Government. Following the completion of the buyout, the NSW Government declared Snowy 2.0 as State Significant Infrastructure (SSI). Applications for SSI are subject to consultation and an environmental impact assessment in accordance with NSW Government standards. Land Use Victoria (VIC) ANNOUNCED - In March 2018, the Victorian Government announced that it will progress with commercialisation of Land Use Victoria and conduct a competitive tender process in 2018. The successful private operator will take responsibility for Land Use Victoria's land registry and transaction functions for a term of 40 years, after which responsibilities will return to the Victorian Government. Sydney Metro - Central Station Main Works (NSW) RECENTLY CLOSED - In March 2018, the NSW Government awarded Laing O'Rourke the contract to deliver the project. Construction is scheduled to begin in mid-2018, and be completed by 2022. Sunshine Coast Airport Expansion (QLD) RECENTLY CLOSED - In March 2018, John Holland was awarded the $225 million contract to build the Sunshine Coast Airport Expansion, including a new second runway. Construction will start in 2018 with the project expected to be operational in 2020. Bruce highway Upgrade – Haughton River Floodplain Upgrade (QLD, CTH) RECENTLY CLOSED - In March 2018, the contract was awarded to the Infrastructure Group joint venture between Bielby, BMD Constructions, JF Hull and Albem with Arup and HDR. back to top 4. Updates Gawler Rail Electrification – Stage 2 (SA) PROPSECTIVE PIPELINE - The newly-elected SA Government has committed to establish Infrastructure South Australia, and will task them with assessing the project for funding. Sydney Metro West (NSW) PROSPECTIVE PIPELINE - The NSW Government has announced Sydney Metro West will include stations at Westmead and an existing T1 Northern Line station - either Concord West or North Strathfield. Further stations will be considered through project development at Camelia or Rydalmere, North Burwood or Five Dock, Kings Bay and Pyrmont. Two future extensions of Metro West have also been flagged from Westmead to the Western Sydney Aerotropolis, and southeast of the Sydney CBD via Zetland and Green Square. Beerburrum to Nambour Rail Upgrade (QLD) PROSPECTIVE PIPELINE - Infrastructure Australia (IA) released its positive evaluation of the project in March 2018. The project has been upgraded from a Priority Initiative to a Priority Project on IA's Infrastructure Priority List, with a recommended near term delivery timescale (0-5 years). Pacific Motorway M1 - Varsity Lakes to Tugun (QLD, CTH) PROSPECTIVE PIPELINE - In March 2018, Infrastructure Australia listed the project as a Priority Initiative on its Infrastructure Priority List with a recommended near term delivery timescale (0-5 years). Inland Rail - NSW/QLD border to Gowrie (CTH, QLD) CREDIBLY PROPOSED - The Queensland Government has declared the NSW/QLD border to Gowrie section of Inland Rail a 'coordinated project', allowing the Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) to start environmental impact assessments along the proposed route. Inland Rail - Tottenham to Albury (CTH, VIC, NSW) CREDIBLY PROPOSED - In March 2018, the Federal and Victorian governments signed a bilateral deal
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