The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Works has recently commenced three new inquiries into proposed works by the Australian Nuclear Science and Technology Organisation (ANSTO), the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) and the Department of Defence (Defence) under the Public Works Committee Act 1969.
ANSTO is proposing a replacement of its backup power network with a new, centralised High Voltage backup power network at its Lucas Heights site in New South Wales. The project seeks to deliver a new Campus Utilities Building, a new campus backup power system, and associated infrastructure elements. The estimated cost of the proposed works is $30.416 million (excluding GST).
DEWR is proposing a fit-out of its new leased premises at 40–60 London Circuit, Canberra City. The fit-out will provide DEWR and the Department of Education 46,389 m2 of modern office accommodation to consolidate their Canberra-based workforce into a single precinct while supporting long-term operational requirements and strategic objectives. The estimated cost of the proposed works is $110.641 million (excluding GST) at a rate of $2,375 per m2 (excluding GST).
Defence is proposing to deliver facilities and infrastructure at RAAF Base East Sale, Victoria, to support the Future Air Mission Training System. The project includes delivery of working and training accommodation, simulation equipment and Living-In Accommodation in line with the National Defence Strategy 2026. The estimated total cost of the works is $130.8 million (excluding GST)
The Committee invites interested individuals and organisations to make submissions by Thursday, 6 August 2026 for these referrals.
