| 7 T T Bernadette Cooney Marine projects up for awards Oxcon was tasked with constructing Auckland’s first artificial reef and rehabilitating more than 100m of seawall. 2024 CCNZ Awards: Oxcon “The project posed several challenges, including the restricted working areas and the marine environment, which required working in with the tides.” REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT Oxcon is a key player in delivering some of Auckland’s most significant infrastructure and two of its recent coastal marine projects have been named as finalists in the 2024 Civil Construction NZ (CCNZ) Awards. The two civil engineering projects will compete against each other in the Zero to $20 Million Project category of the CCNZ Awards, with winners being announced at the awards ceremony this November. Reflecting Oxcon’s reputation for delivering projects on time, within budget, and to the highest standards, these projects showcase smart engineering, innovative solutions, and best-for-project decision-making. Oxcon general manager Matt Mules says the company has collaborated on major public and private infrastructure projects throughout Auckland and Northland since its establishment in 2012. “We’re a team of 28 skilled professionals with a presence in Auckland and Northland, and we enjoy bringing smart ideas and engineering to our projects,” says Matt. “We work closely with our clients and designers to optimise designs with a focus on efficiency and value for money.” The first project that has earned Oxcon CLL a spot as a finalist is the Hobsonville Marine Recreation Centre. This project involved constructing a large platform over the water, which will eventually support a newly built marine recreation centre and community facility. The centrepiece of the construction is a 1200sqm kwila deck, built on precast concrete beams supported by 750mm-diameter bored piles. Additionally, the project features a 46-metre timber jetty with a steel balustrade, and a 24-metre aluminium gangway that connects to a 200sqm precast floating pontoon. “This required a high standard of finish with both timber and concrete structural work as part of a high specification architectural design,” says Matt. “The project posed several challenges, including the restricted working areas and the marine environment, which required working in with the tides.” Despite these obstacles, Oxcon successfully completed the project in just seven months, ensuring a high-quality finish that meets the community’s long-term needs. The project has significantly improved community access to water-based activities, offering long-term recreational benefits, and promoting the development of local water sports and community engagement, creating a lasting impact in the Hobsonville area. The second project that has garnered finalist recognition is the Seaside Park Rehabilitation, a project commissioned by Auckland Council. Seaside Park, located in Otahuhu, is a former landfill that has been transformed into a sports field and community park beside the Tamaki Estuary. Oxcon was tasked with constructing Auckland’s first artificial reef and rehabilitating more than 100m of seawall. This included sections of new basalt stone seawall around the park’s coastal edge to protect it from erosion, as well as adding rock revetments where previous seawalls had been damaged. At the far end of the park, a new salt marsh and rock reef was installed to create new habitats for local fauna. To avoid disturbing environmentally significant mangroves, Oxcon CLL successfully adjusted consent conditions to allow a haul road to be built across land during the project. “This enabled a more efficient and less intrusive construction method,” says Matt. The project has left lasting benefits for both the environment and its residents. The local community were highly engaged in the project, including being part of a coastal clean-up which Oxcon organised together with Sustainable Coastlines. Oxcon’s focus on safety, environmental care, and quality has been pivotal in its delivery of numerous projects for clients such as Auckland Transport, New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA), Watercare, KiwiRail, and Auckland Council. Oxcon’s capabilities span the whole project lifecycle from concept and design development through to construction and project delivery. civil & commercial landscapers We deliver visually appealing outdoor spaces to benefit the environment, people and the places they live, work and play. 09 218 4734 43 William Pickering Drive Rosedale Auckland
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