QLD / NT

MATES in Construction QLD/NT

15 May 2025

CONSOLIDATED POWER PROJECTS (HOPELAND PROJECT)

Located in Hopeland, just outside Chinchilla, the Ulinda Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) is a cutting-edge lithium battery storage facility under construction. This site will play a vital role in providing reliable power to Chinchilla and the surrounding communities, enhancing energy stability and sustainability in the region. This project is led by CPP, a South Australian-based company. CPP is also a proud national partner of MATES in Construction.

Since engaging with them, we have rolled out a couple of GAT’s and a Connector Session. Numbers GAT trained on site are around 80, with 10 Connectors. Site ASIST worker and project Manager is Col Stacey, seen in the handover photo with 2 other project management staff.

Recent Articles

NT tradies at mental breaking point and in need of trained mates

Construction workers in the Northern Territory are battling some of the worst rates of psychological distress and suicidal ideation in the country, but new peer-reviewed research has found that a Queensland-born program is turning the tide.

Martin Medal Nominations

Recognition of individuals who go above and beyond to break the stigma around mental health, look out for their peers, and embody mates helping mates on site.

Accredited Site

QLD / NT

Besix Watpac

Accreditation to Besix Watpac at the Woodford Juvenile Detention Centre.