Melonba Education Campus

Client
SINSW
Project Size
6 ha site with 140 classrooms for 3,000 students
Value
$208 million (estimated)

Project Overview

One of NSW's largest co-located primary and high school developments, Melonba Education Campus, is located in Sydney's rapidly expanding north-western suburbs and represents a significant investment in educational infrastructure by SINSW. This state-of-the-art campus encompasses both a primary school, accommodating 1,000 students, and a high school designed for 2,000 students. The facilities include general and specialist learning spaces, administration facilities, halls, COLAs, extensive landscaping, and modern amenities to support a comprehensive educational experience.

MBC Group's Involvement

Appointed by SINSW and Richard Crookes Constructions, MBC Group provided comprehensive Crown certification services throughout the project's lifecycle. Our role encompassed a full suite of building compliance services from the conceptual stages through to construction completion and handover.

Challenges and Solutions

Regulatory Compliance: ensuring the campus met all statutory requirements was paramount. MBC Group conducted thorough assessments to guarantee adherence to the BCA standards and other relevant regulations, facilitating a smooth approval process.

Accessibility: designing an inclusive environment was a critical focus. As DDA consultants, we collaborated closely with the design team to integrate features that promote accessibility, ensuring the campus is welcoming to all students, staff, and visitors.

Project Timeline: delivering a project of this magnitude within a tight timeframe required meticulous planning and coordination. Our proactive approach ensured that all certification processes were completed efficiently, contributing to the timely completion of the campus 6 months ahead of schedule.

Outcome

The Melonba Education Campus stands as a testament to modern educational design, offering flexible learning spaces, specialist classrooms, and extensive recreational facilities. MBC Group's involvement ensured that the campus not only meets current educational needs but is also equipped to adapt to future requirements, providing a safe, accessible, and sustainable environment for generations to come.

Conclusion

Comprehensive, professional services were instrumental in the successful delivery of the Melonba Education Campus. Our commitment to excellence in regulatory compliance, accessibility, and sustainability underscores our role as a trusted partner in educational infrastructure development.

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