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LendLease project update March 2023

29 Mar 2023

Construction of the New Performing Arts Venue (NPAV) has ramped up in 2023 as the structural elements of the new theatre become visible and distinctive features of the theatre start to take shape.

Highlights over the past few months include:

  • A third tower crane was installed and is now operational on site as structural steel installation continues.
  • Installation of the steel trusses to support the auditorium structure is underway.
  • Installation of the feature precast concrete on Levels 2 and 4 is ongoing.

Russell Street access for authorised vehicles only

Russell Street remains only accessible to authorised vehicles during construction work hours, 6am–6:30pm Monday to Saturday, to maintain safety. Traffic control will be in place on the corner of Grey and Russell Streets to coordinate access.   

Works continue on-site

Over the coming months the following activities will be undertaken:

  • Additional site offices will be set-up next to the existing offices in the Cultural Forecourt from late March 2023.
  • Ongoing deliveries and installation of structural steel and large beams.
  • Removal of the mobile crane on the south-west corner of site to facilitate the construction of the feature staircase.
  • Installation of the Level 8 concrete slab over the auditorium area.
  • Preparations and commencement of internal scaffold deliveries and installation in the auditorium space.
  • Ongoing high-level services installation, including electrical, plumbing and air-conditioning. 

What to expect during construction?

  • Trucks entering and exiting site frequently.
  • Large beam lifts via mobile and tower cranes.
  • Russell Street only accessible to authorised vehicles during construction work hours, Monday to Saturday, 6am–6.30pm.
  • Some noise and vibration will occur, however will be kept to a minimum. 

Thank you for your patience during construction

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact the Lendlease project team directly at NPAVqld@Lendlease.com.

Find out more about the New Performing Arts Venue Project 

  

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