Overview
Western Australia's robust budget surplus is indeed a significant boon, offering a strategic reserve that can be invested in the state's infrastructure. This financial advantage comes at a critical time when the state is experiencing substantial economic growth and demographic shifts.
Investing in infrastructure is not just about maintaining the status quo; it's about laying the groundwork for future prosperity. Quality infrastructure can lead to improved productivity, better connectivity, and enhanced quality of life for our community. It can attract businesses, support tourism, and stimulate further economic activity. For Western Australia, this could mean upgrading transportation networks, upgrade and build community facilities, enhancing digital connectivity, or investing in renewable energy sources to power the state's future.
A panel of experts from government and industry will convene to tackle WA's pressing infrastructure hurdles, exploring viable solutions and policy recommendations. Their diverse perspectives can help ensure that the state's investments are strategic and forward-thinking, avoiding short-term fixes in favour of long-term solutions.
This discussion will extend to strategic delivery of infrastructure projects, with a focus on promoting sustainability, economic success for the community, and mitigating climate change effects.
Key messages-
- Investing in infrastructure is not just about maintaining the status quo; it's about laying the groundwork for future prosperity.
- Quality infrastructure can lead to improved productivity, better connectivity, and enhanced quality of life for our community.
- The important collaboration between government, academia and industry for the benefit of the state to ensure that the state's investments are strategic and forward-thinking, avoiding short-term fixes in favour of long-term solutions.
Who should attend
This event is highly relevant for anyone working in the civil, mechanical or project management sector.
You do not need to be an Engineers Australia member to attend.
Speakers
John's journey with Clough since 2018 has been marked by a series of executive roles that have significantly contributed to the expansion of the company's operations in Australia.
His multifaceted role encompasses critical areas such as bidding, engineering, and concessions, demonstrating his versatility and commitment to the company's growth.
Before joining Clough in 2018, John worked extensively in the construction industry across all facets of large-scale multidiscipline projects in Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and Malaysia. From site engineer and senior project manager, to leading operational business units, and senior corporate executive and director roles, his breadth of knowledge and experience supports and inspires Clough’s projects and people.
Marco is the Executive Vice President Infrastructure WA & NT based in Perth.
Marco's extensive experience in the infrastructure sector is a testament to his leadership and project management skills. With a career spanning over three decades, he has honed his expertise in overseeing the full lifecycle of multimillion-dollar projects.
His proactive approach to Quality, Health, Safety, and Environmental (QHSE) matters, coupled with his ability to inspire and lead teams, has made him a valuable asset to Clough.
Marco's role in managing complex stakeholder interfaces further showcases his strategic and operational capabilities in the industry.
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Pricing
Technical Society Member: Free
Student: Free
Non-Member: Free