over a million visitors annually for activities such as water skiing, fishing, and boating,” Bain says. “The redevelopment in the Eildon township aims to encourage visitors to extend their stays, benefiting the local economy.” The project primarily focuses on creating a familyfriendly environment with state-of-the-art amenities. “We’ve built a regional-sized playground with elements catering to various age groups, including a splash park, skate park, and an all-abilities flying fox,” Bain explains. “These features aim to provide a unique and engaging experience for families, encouraging them to spend more time in the district.” BALANCING COST EFFICIENCY AND QUALITY Overcoming financial challenges was a key aspect of the project. “Post-COVID cost increases posed a significant hurdle,” Bain notes.“We adopted a detailed cost-engineering approach in collaboration with our main contractor, Warrandale, and the Victorian Office of the State Architect. We achieved sizeable cost savings without compromising functionality by opting for modular, off-the-shelf designs instead of bespoke elements.” 73 BUSINESS VIEW OCEANIA VOLUME 07, ISSUE 01 MURRINDINDI SHIRE COUNCIL
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