A proposal to the City Council has been delivered for Mos Lane development. This residential building proposes the construction of two to six storey buildings containing 83 apartments and townhouses, a supermarket, shops, cafes, a liquor store and a gym at the existing shopping centre off Manning and Wellington Streets. The $48.8 million plan was […]

Caboolture Hospital in Brisbane is undergoing a major expansion and redevelopment to build a bigger and better hospital with more health services and car parking for the community.  By 2023, the $395 million project will deliver a new five storey Clinical Services Building, 130 new beds, refurbished spaces in the existing hospital, expanded health services […]

Hera Engineering is proud to announce that two of our projects, Ellenbrook Central Shopping Centre – Stage 3 Redevelopment, and Ord Street Refurbishmentwere awarded as the Best Retail Building and Best Office Building respectively as part of the Master Builders-Bankwest Excellence in Construction, Housing and Regional Building Awards program.  The awards showcase and reward members […]

Works are progressing in the Sunshine Cost for the construction of the new Holiday Inn Express & Suites in the heart of the new Maroochydore CBD. Icon Construction commenced construction works in 2020 Holiday Inn in Sunshine Coast is a new nine story hotel on First Avenue, Maroochydore which will feature 181 rooms, a roof-top […]

The project plans to redevelop the old White Sands Tavern and Thirsty Camel drive-through site on West Coast Highway. This $120 million design will feature a 29-storey northern tower and a 12-storey southern tower atop a three-level podium reserved for commercial and retail space, including a Woolworths supermarket and a drive-through BWS liquor store as […]

The Social Fremantle won the Architecture Award in the Multi-residential category at the WA Chapter of the Australian Institute of Architects Awards Ceremony.  The structure is a residential development that offers a truly unique opportunity in apartment living. Featuring modern architectural and interior designs, The Social includes 22 spacious boutique apartments.  Taking inspiration from New […]

Metropol is getting ready to welcome residents home in a few months as last details are being finalized.  Metropol is the newest luxury residential project located just moments from the active CBD of Canberra. The unique development comprehends 110 personalized units and a hanging garden for residents to relax in, and room for commercial properties on […]

On site works are about to begin at the Geographe Apartments. Located at the prominent corner Geographe Bay Road and Lorna Street at the Dunsborough foreshore, this development promises a collection of 28 luxury apartments over 4-storeys with a proposed caffe and gym on ground level.  Designed by DMG Architecture, each residence is enriched by […]

On site construction is about to start at Aurora Apartments and works are scheduled to end in 2022.  Aurora Apartments represents a boutique collection of 118 luxury riverside apartments reserved for those who appreciate extraordinary architecture and opulent living. Located within the sophisticated culture of Applecross and designed by S.S. Chang Architects, this glamourous building […]

Manning Hub Residences, the boutique development of just 22 apartments located at the doorstep of the Canning River Foreshore, with Perth CBD just a short drive away, is ready for the construction phase. This residential project is at the centre of a close-knit community with so much to offer. After working with MJA studio and […]

Subiaco Pavilion working construction are proceeding extremely fast on site and they are scheduled to be completed in 2022. Works regarding the building’s structure itself are going to be finalized by the end of 2021.  One Subiaco is going to be the tallest tower in the area with 24 floors and 82 meters height. The project has been designed by architect Hames […]

Our project EZONE, the latest addition to the University of Western Australia, won the Hillson Beasley Award for Educational Architecture in the Australian Institute of Architects Awards.  The building, designed by international architect Hassell, connects people, ideas, places, and blurs traditional boundaries that separates disciplines, students, research and industry. Indeed, the architectural vision was to […]

Culture is key to the success of our company and we try to emphasize it also outside the office. Hera Engineering’s culture is the basis of our strength and innovation. As a team, we provide extensive support to all our employees at all levels based on individuals needs. We like to organize team-building events in […]

WA Museum Boola Bardip, won awards in three different categories at the Museums and Galleries National Awards last night in Canberra: gallery fit out; interpretation, learning and audience engagement; and a research project. This $400 million state government-funded project, which opened to the public last November was visited by more than 480,00 people since the […]

Multiplex have been appointed by Blackburne as The Grove Residences official builder, chosen for being Australia’s largest tier one builder with an international reputation for excellence and quality.  The Grove Residences is the largest residential development in the western suburb of Perth, it will comprise 245 apartments spread across three towers. This 350-million-dollar project it’s a distinctive […]

Located in Applecross along the Swan River, Forbes Apartments is an iconic mixed-use development designed by Singapore-based architecture firm WOHA in partnership with MJA Studio.  Last week, Mustera Property Group has appointed PACT Construction to deliver its $89 million Applecross project. The appointment of the builder represents a major milestone for this new Tower, with PACT chosen for its […]

Amazing result by Multiplex and everyone involved in this fantastic project which is now coming to a conclusion. These two towers, value engineered by Hera Engineering lead to the opening of our Queensland office. Our team has been growing and we are working on more challenging projects like Queen Wharf, Epsilon tower in the Gold Coast, Caboolture […]

The Boulevard project was awarded for its development over the weekend, as part of the inaugural Apartment Awards for Excellence, run by non-profit organization Australian Apartment Advocacy (AAA).  The award was established to honour the apartment living sector and recognize the design, use of space and choice of materials.  Hera Engineering has provided structural and […]

Cirque Apartments obtained the Winconnect Apartment Awards for Excellence – Luxury Cirque Apartments was awarded for its development over the weekend, as part of the inaugural Apartment Awards for Excellence, run by non-profit organization Australian Apartment Advocacy (AAA). The award was established to honour the apartment living sector and recognize the design, use of space […]

Construction for Lakelands train station is due to start mid this year and will be completed by the end of 2022. The future station will be built seven kilometres north of Mandurah Station, with car park access off Ashwood Parkway and bus access from Lake Valley Drive. The contract includes building the new train station, […]

On site construction has already begun for this exciting project, scheduled to be completed in 2022.  Victoria House is a genuine mixed-use project that will become the heart of Montario Quarter’s village precinct. The 8,450 m2 site includes a vibrant retail and hospitality core within the refurbishment of the heritage listed Victoria House and approximately […]

Construction of Noma apartment in Mosman Park, designed by Plus Architecture Pty Ltd and developed by Parcel Property, is about to start. This boutique development will comprise 54 designer apartments and 3 commercial-retail tenancies.   Well done to PACT Construction to securing the construction of this iconic project. Hera Engineering has been working closely with the design team right from the start to design an efficient […]

All suspended slabs at The Switch student accommodation are now completed. Full project completion is expected by the end of 2021.  This pencil tower is now the tallest residential structure in Western Australia rising 125m over 40 levels.   The project is the result of the collaboration between Hera Engineering and MJA studio. We have achieved a […]

Woolworths Inglewood has officially opened to the public in March 2021. This $30M three-storey shopping centre comprises a Woolworths supermarket, liquor store, restaurant, convenience store, fast food outlet and 193 parking bays. The project has been designed by Brown Falconer and constructed by Broad Construction.  Hera Engineering has delivered all the structural engineering design for […]

Hera Engineering is excited about the successful involvement with Metronet and John Holland for the Claremont station redevelopment.  Works on Claremont Station began on February the 5th, 2021 as part of building new turnback infrastructure. During the work on the 135-year-old station, heavily degraded elements, which needed to be replaced, were found. Extensive works to the bridge footings had […]

This last February we celebrated the 6th birthday of Hera Engineering.  During these six years we have encountered many challenges, but our team has always overcome anything with great professionalism and dedication to what we love most: structural engineering.  In 2015 Matteo Tirapelle founded Hera Engineering, bankrolling the business with his personal savings and starting out […]

The 23rd February 2021, our Managing Director Matteo Tirapelle presented at the Concrete Institute of Australia in Brisbane (via Zoom). The main topic was about Hera Engineering’s value engineering approach, sustainable design and the challenges encountered during the design of 300 George Street project. The building will rise 274m and form part of Brisbane’s largest integrated CBD development. Matteo talked […]

The City of Bunbury received the development application for Bunbury Centrepoint this February and the first stage expansion for this impressive project will commence early next year. The new building proposes to be 4,500 square metres of office space and 153 at-ground level parking bays. Moreover, the new development application will see bike storage for […]

Site establishment for this project began in July 2019, with construction expected to be completed for the beginning of semester one in 2022.  Exchange is a $300M project and it is the first precinct to be delivered at Curtin University’s Perth Campus in response to the Greater Curtin Master Plan. This ambitious project is designed by architect Nettleton Tribe and it is stage one of […]

Construction of Treehouse apartments stage 1 in now completed. Well done to EMCO for the outstanding work.  This 49-apartment development in Parkside Walk Jolimont, include one, two and three-bedroom residences with high ceilings, spacious living areas and generously sized balconies.   Hera Engineering has provided full structural services for this boutique development.  The final outcome looks […]

Green Harbour will be the first Mass Timber framed office development in Western Australia. Timber is one of the most sustainable materials available and it’s also been shown to boost productivity and mood. Research has indicated indeed that satisfaction and wellbeing in the workplace are improved with the inclusion of wood and other natural materials. Construction […]

High Society stage 3 by Geocon Group commenced the construction phase at the end of 2020. It represents the next phase of the republic development in Belconnen. Stage 3, called Nightfall, is a 24-storey mixed-use residential development with four levels of basement parking, ground floor commercial tenancies and podium parking on Level 1. Hera Engineering has been appointed following the successful delivery of stage 2 project.  Our initial […]

Construction works for the Star Gold Coast started mid 2020 and the project is slated for a mid-to-late 2024 opening.  The Star Gold Coast is a $400 million project. This is the second mixed-use tower on Broadbeach Island, dubbed the “Tower for Tourism”. Hera Engineering have been working since 2018 for Destination Gold Coast Consortium […]

Construction has commenced at Curtin University TL Robertson Library Refurbishment & Services Upgrade.  Hera Engineering is working for Lendlease to deliver the structural design, which includes a brand-new multi-level structural steel service tower and full internal refurbishment.  The architectural design is by Hames Sharley in partnership with international architecture firm, Schmidt Hammer Lassen Architects.  The re-design focuses on preserving the building’s iconic […]

11 Freeman Loop in North Fremantle represents another great costal development for WA. Australian Development Capital submitted a planning application for the site in November 2020, with a beautifully designed building to reflect the rich history of North Fremantle and Leighton’s industrial roots. Finally, they received approval to commence.  Designed by MJA Studio, Freeman offers a […]

Onsite works ramp up as Queen’s Wharf Brisbane development progresses, with construction workers reaching a peak of more than 2000 in 2021. This $3.6 billion project features an Integrated Resort due to open in 2023, with over 1000 premium hotel rooms, 2000 residential apartments, a 1000 seat ballroom, a sky deck with 360-degree views over […]

Our Managing Director Matteo Tirapelle has achieved the status of Fellow from the Institute of Engineers Australia.  Matteo is a Structural Chartered Professional Engineer with extensive experience in the structural design and project management of tall and super tall towers, façades, long spanning structures, and complex temporary works. Matteo has proved to successfully manage challenging projects with a […]

Our Managing Director Matteo Tirapelle has achieved the status of Engineer Executive from the Institute of Engineers Australia as a recognition of his leadership and engineering skills.  Matteo has been recognised as one of WA & Australia’s eminent individuals in leadership and management roles and amongst the true leaders of the industry and profession. “It is a great […]

Leederville Hotel plans for its redevelopment received approval during the second half of 2020. The project is scheduled to be completed by the end of 2021.  This community-focused development will deliver a leading food, entertainment and retail precinct with public open spaces connected through smaller laneways. The hotel project will reshape Leederville and create more job […]

Subiaco Pavilion working construction began during the second half of 2020 and they are scheduled to be completed in 2023.  One Subiaco is going to be the tallest tower in the area with 24 floors and 82 metres height. The project has been designed by architect Hames Sharley for our client Blackburne Group.  This $300m project will create more than 1,000 […]

City of Greater Geelong Office building is a project characterized by mass timber construction. Hera Engineering have been appointed by BESIX Watpac to perform a full peer review of the structural engineering design. Collaboration with structural engineer 4D Workshop and XLam has resulted in improvements to the design due to our broad knowledge and extensive experience with Mass Timber design across Australia and internationally. According to XLam, the project incorporating circa 1,000m3 of Glue Laminated Timber (GLT) Post & Beam Structure and 1,790m3 […]

203 North Terrace in Adelaide is progressing extremely quick on site, with a completion date scheduled for the end of 2021.  The building is a 35-level, 119m student accommodation building in the Adelaide CBD. This project represents Hera Engineering’s first project in South Australia and once completed this will be the 4th tallest structure is the state.  This 35-storey tower […]

Great talk by our Managing Director Matteo Tirapelle at the World Engineering Conference in Melbourne (organised by Engineers Australia). Matteo spoke about Hera Engineering experience with sustainable use of structural steel to construct high rise buildings and reduce embodied energies during construction. On 300 George Street, our alternative design removed more than 2500 concrete trucks […]

The Rechabite Hall restoration is now completed. This structure was originally designed in 1925 by architect Edwin Summerhayes. We have provided initial Value Engineering to reduce construction cost and then full design and documentation. Seismic assessment and subsequential strengthening design was the structural highlight of the project. It was great to work with developer Fini […]

The Grove represents the largest residential development in the western suburb of Perth. This 300-million-dollar project it’s a distinctive luxury apartment designed by MJA studio and developed by Blackburne Properties. The residential development, set to be built on the site of the Sundowner Hostel—wedged between Claremont, Cottesloe and Peppermint Grove, will comprise 245 apartments spread […]

The scaffolding is progressively coming down and slowly expressing the beaufiful facade designed by international architect OMA in collaboration with Hassell. Our team is been busy for almost 3 years on this extremely complex project where we have designed every single facade element including the secondary steel. We look forward to the last few months […]

Last night our Managing Director Matteo Tirapelle presented for the Australian Steel Institute and Engineers Australia on the design of the 41 levels steel office tower at 300 George Street in Brisbane.The project is quite unique with full composite floor and a concrete side core. The venue was fully booked with a lot of interesting […]

Facade installation is almost completed at the new WA Musuem. Designed by international architect OMA and build by Multiplex this innovative building will be completed by 2020. We have provided all the facade engineering from concept until construction phase.

After less than 2 years of construction this new 22 levels student accommodation is completed with students moving in. We have worked with Stirling Capital from the concept until completion. During the construction phase we have been novated to BGC construction. We have provided all structural and construction engineering services.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the WA Hera Engineering team. 2018 has been an incredible year for us. Thanks to our dedicated staff and amazing clients to let us do what we love. We look forward to an even better 2019

Hera Engineering manages to develop innovative solutions in the engineering field because it always stays informed. Our Managing Director Matteo Tirapelle visited Dubai this week during the annual international architecture and engineering high-rise conference, a very important event. As always, networking activity with innovative International practices in architecture and engineering was excellent. Tirapelle attended many interesting presentations on design and construction innovation. […]

The very fast “infinity jump ” construction system has been completely installed and the first concrete has been cast. So here we are: the construction of the 82-storey tower, the highest in Brisbane, has entered its concrete phase.  We have worked closely with the Multiplex Construction, detailing every part of the project to ensure that the system will work without […]

We are happy to share some important news with you concerning our company. The client Destination Gold Coast Consortium has appointed Hera Engineering for the design of tower 2 of the iconic development at Broadbeach, an area where the casino is also located. We are extremely proud of this result, because it is clear recognition of the fact that great and sophisticated international clients recognize […]

Hera Engineering has been commissioned by Probuild to design and document the special structural steel to support the complex pudium’s cladding for the high rise in 443 Queen Street, Brisbane. The project by the international architect Woha is very complex and requires complete modelling of the steel using BIM software. The shape of the structure is not linear, but follows all sorts […]

An important new threshold for Hera Engineering. We have been chosen by Geocon to redesign Canberra’s tallest towers. The height of tower 1 is 117m, while tower 2 is 112m, with a total of 27 floors , plus 3 underground levels. The project is actually more extensive involving the development of 5 towers on a common podium. Geocon originally contacted Hera Engineering to gain […]

After successful consignment of the New Perth Museum, Brookfield has appointed Hera Engineering for the design of the new façade of Chevron headquarters (28-Story), located in lot 7 of Perth’s iconic Elizabeth Quay. We look forward to working with architect Hassell, the main contractor Multiplex and our client Brookfield.

Our innovative engineering solutions are very much appreciated because they reduce time and costs, while maintaining the high value of the constructions to be realized.  Hera Engineering’s approach is therefore a winner and we are pleased to announce that we have opened an office in Brisbane and are expanding our operations on the East Coast of Australia […]

This is one of the most iconic projects that Hera Engineering has dedicated itself to. At last, after 3 months of intensive design, operational planning and site mobilization, Multiplex has completed its first concrete pour at “The One”, an 82-storey residential building 274 meters high, soon to be the tallest structure in the city to dominate Brisbane’s new […]

We are pleased to announce another important milestone: the 22-story student accommodation in Northbridge has been structurally topped out this week. It was an important structural project for us at Hera Engineering and as always we made the difference. Choosing to make extensive use of prefabrication by using external precast walls and hollow core for the floor ensured that the […]

Culture is key for the success of a company and we try to have fun and not only working hard. Young engineers in our organization deal directly with the senior team on a daily basis so they can absorb like sponges the knowledge that the leadership team took many years to gain. We see our […]

Hera Engineering is continuing to expand its customer portfolio and we are pleased to announce that it was contacted by Suida International Developments, to carry out an initial “peer review” of the 238 Oxford street structural project, in Leederville. The existing scheme had a large quantity of transfer beams, which were increasing construction costs and prolonging the completion timeframe. The alternative Hera Engineering solution proved to be […]

Hera Engineering is continuing its collaboration with the subcontractor Denmac for the detailed design of part of the Forrest Chase shopping center facade.  We can’t wait to conclude the successful delivery of this iconic façade project, which will redesign one of the most important shopping centers in the CBD of Perth, West Australia

We are announcing a new important milestone: the Fini Group has appointed Hera Engineering for the structural design of the new development Montario Quarter in Shenton Park, West Australia. Our excellent performance on Rechabite (another Fini Group project) has determined the choice of Hera as structural engineers. Our consulting experience will offer Fini Group greater value for both the design application phase and cost saving. Our […]

The Hera Engineering team experienced the highlight of the company’s two-year history this week when Multiplex signed a contract with the Shayher Group for the construction of The One, an 82-storey, 262m tower which, once completed, will be the 10th tallest structure in Australia and the second tallest high rise in Brisbane. Hera Engineering Director […]

The last concrete slab was poured at Cirque apartments this week, signalling the conclusion of the structural system phase of the project. Hera provided full structural services for this project including structural design, post tension design, construction engineering, structural review of all self-climbing system and structural supervision. Director Matteo Tirapelle says the Hera team is […]

Hera Engineering Director Matteo Tirapelle is pleased – and humbled – to announce he has been named as a winner of the 2018 40Under40 Business News Award. The award is designed to recognise and celebrate Western Australia’s 40 leading business entrepreneurs under the age of 40, with the programme recognising not only personal determination and […]

FJM Property has appointed Hera Engineering to redesign iconic heritage building The Rechabite in Northbridge. With Hera Director Matteo Tirapelle having extensive experience with earthquake design of unreinforced masonry structures, the company was appointed to perform advanced earthquake analysis of unreinforced masonry, as well as bringing the structural component of the project back on budget. […]

Excellent news this week with the Leadlight hotel receiving development approval by the MRA. Hera Engineering congratulates Chaney Architecture on gaining approval for a 12 storey building where the maximum allowable height is three storey. This height limit is due to the fact that the buildings are above the Graham Farmer Freeway tunnel, which has […]

Hera Engineering Director Matteo Tirapelle has been named as a nominee for this year’s prestigious 40Under40 awards. Matteo is delighted that his contribution to sustainable structural design in Australia has been recognised. He is committed to reducing materials in construction to help lower carbon dioxide emissions in the atmosphere responsible for global warming, and hopes […]

Banksia Grove Shopping Centre is now complete and open for business! Hera Engineering is proud to have completed the structural design on this project, hailed by steel fabricator Metro Lintel as being extremely efficient. Director Matteo Tirapelle says the project was a pressurised race against time, but by pulling together the team was able to […]

Hera Engineering achieved a massive milestone this week by winning its first national contract. The team has officially signed on with Multiplex for the re-design of a 42 level, 182m office tower at 300 George Street in Brisbane, signalling the start of a new era – and a new Queensland office – for the business. […]

Construction of Verdant Apartments has officially begun! Continuing Hera Engineering’s growing relationship with Stirling Capital, and following on from the resounding success of the structural scheme proposed for the student accommodation project and Hera’s extensive local experience delivering hollow core projects with BGC Construction and BGC Precast, Hera was consulted to convert the floor system […]

Hera Engineering would like to congratulate Stirling Capital after site works officially started at 89 Stirling Street. Director Matteo Tirapelle says Hera has worked with Stirling Capital since the early conceptual sketches of this 23-level student accommodation. The selected structural system is made of in-situ jump-form core, precast external walls and precast hollow core planks. […]

Construction of Cirque Apartments is commencing soon! Stirling Capital has officially raised enough capital to greenlight the project, meaning building should begin shortly. “This is an incredible milestone for the Applecross/Mt Pleasant area as Cirque is the first high-rise constructed in more than 10 years since Multiplex built the Raffles Waterfront,” says Hera Engineering Director […]

Hera Engineering has been handpicked by Multiplex to be the façade engineering consultant for the coveted new WA Museum project. Designed by iconic OMA + Hassell, the new Museum will be one of the most innovative museum structures in the world upon completion. Hera Engineering Director Matteo Tirapelle says a museum’s facade is notoriously challenging, […]

Hera Engineering has been appointed by Keller Foundation to complete the detailed design of the plunge columns for the pile foundations of the iconic Ritz Carlton. The team will be working with the Principal Project Engineer to coordinate the interaction between the piles and the superstructure. Hera scored the coveted appointment by demonstrating value engineering […]

Hera Engineering has been appointed by Georgiou Construction to provide a full model of the Perth Underground Station Box in a finite element environment. Hera’s critical initial role was to assess if the existing structure could manage the weight of proposed new escalators. After a detailed study, Hera determined that all proposed alterations to house […]

The team at Hera Engineering is hard at work for Central Prestressing on the detailed design of the post-tensioned slab for the Westin Hotel. The Hera team was appointed during the tender process to review the project engineer design and evaluate if the reinforcement and post tensioned could be reduced. “The answer was yes,” says […]

Hera Engineering’s alternative structural system based on hollow core floor planks and semi-precast beams has been integral to BGC’s success in securing the new Busselton Administration Centre. Working directly with the City of Busselton on the re-design, Hera utilised deep hollow core planks to achieve a clear span of 16m. This allowed the deletion of […]

After being appointed for the design and documentation of Cirque apartments Stage 1, Hera Engineering has assisted MJA Studio to successfully attain approval for 20 storeys on this complex and exciting project. With a maximum height limit in this precinct of 15 storeys – but with the proviso of 20 storeys if architectural excellence is […]

Hera Engineering has won a significant engineering proposal after esteemed firm Cooper & Oxley approached the new firm to provide an alternative structural system for a hotel and office structure. Located at 500 Hay Street, the building was previously documented with a complex construction methodology but Hera was able to create a solution based on […]

Hera Engineering launched in Subiaco today, heralding the beginning of a new style of structural engineering offered in Australia. Located at 513 Hay Street, Subiaco, the Hera team – comprising owner and Director Matteo Tirapelle and senior engineer Giorgio Marinelli – is sharing an office with Lucid Consulting as they kick off their first project, […]