Construction Property Development

Advised Amcor on a A$450m redevelopment of its paper mill in Botany, NSW. Work has involved advice and workshops on procurement strategy, drafting and negotiating the various contracts, including letters of intent, engineering contracts, supply contracts, installation contract and the design and construction agreement, acting in relation to a security of payment claim and adjudication, mediations and advising on contract administration.

Acted for Lidis Group as developer on the Lennox Bridge Carpark Redevelopment in Parramatta. The project involves the development of a riverfront precinct spanning both sides of Parramatta River, including foreshore parks and civic spaces, a discovery and convention centre, cafes and retail, and two residential towers (approximately 35,000 sqm GFA).

Acting for a wholly owned subsidiary of Frasers Property Australia (formerly Australand Holdings Ltd) on the A$800 million Discovery Point development at Wolli Creek in New South Wales. This 8-hectare mixed use development will feature residential apartments, commercial offices, an integrated retail centre and extensive public and private parklands. We are advising on procurement and OH&S strategies, drafting pro-forma and project specific documentation (such as consultancy agreements and design and construct contracts), assisting in the preparation of the tender conditions, advising on the tendering process and compiling documentation for tender.

Advised the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA) on Darling Quarter, Sydney’s most vibrant community precinct. We were engaged by CBA when it sought tenders for development of substantial premises within Sydney's Central Business District. Lend Lease, which was successful in its tender to the NSW Government and SHFA for the rights to develop what was known as the Sega site at Darling Harbour (now known as Darling Walk), offered its proposal for development on that site to CBA. CBA effectively relocated approximately 6,000 staff to what are now its flagship new buildings in Darling Harbour. We advised CBA and negotiated all relevant documents, including the agreement for sub-lease, sub-lease, various licences and advised generally in relation to the arrangements between CBA and Lend Lease arising out of the development of the area now known as Darling Walk. We were particularly involved in and understand the issues for CBA in its interaction with the Developer and NSW Government and SHFA, relating to the grant of head leases and securing the various development rights, which arose during the documentation of the arrangements between the parties. We provided extensive advice on the design requirements and project delivery issues for CBA. Setting the benchmark for green precincts Commonwealth Bank Place has received a 6 Star Green Star – Office As Built v3 rating, the first Australian building to achieve this significant milestone.

Acted for AMP in relation to the acquisition and redevelopment of a 50% interest in 190-200 George Street, Sydney.