Construction Engineering
Best Specialist Contractor
About the winning project
The restoration of heritage buildings is a delicate task, requiring expertise and dedication to ensure that the site’s historical integrity is preserved while meeting modern standards. The task of rebuilding the 55m long and approximately 10m high wall was no exception, presenting unique challenges that required careful planning and execution. Originally built over 150 years ago, the wall was demolished during the late 1990s with the majority of the original bluestone blocks scattered over the 12-hectare site. As part of the overall approved planning permit which was issued in consultation with Heritage Victoria the wall needed to be rebuilt while incorporating modern engineering and construction techniques. This required extensive collaboration between engineers, contractors, and suppliers to develop a design that met the requirements of Heritage Victoria while preserving the historical significance of the site.
