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Holcim Australia is proud to announce that Esta Kocsis, Project Supervisor based in Melbourne and Baron Law, Sustainability Coordinator, based in Brisbane, will represent our business at the One Young World Summit 2025, held in Munich, Germany in November.

Meet Conor Duffy, Environmental Coordinator for Holcim Australia in Queensland, whose passion for sustainability is helping shape a more circular, low-carbon construction industry. From quarry rehabilitation to integrating innovative environmental systems, Conor’s work supports Holcim’s mission to reinvent building for people and the planet.

Holcim Australia has commenced construction on a new high-capacity plant at Badgerys Creek to produce its low-carbon ECOPact concrete. The strategically located facility is designed to support the fast-moving development of Western Sydney’s Aerotropolis and the future Bradfield City Centre.

Meet Ben Morton-O’Brien, Area Operations Manager for Holcim on the Gold Coast — and the first feature in our Builders of Progress video series, spotlighting the people shaping the future of construction in Australia and New Zealand.

Ten emerging leaders from across Australia gathered in South Australia to complete the second module of the Humes Future Leaders Program, with a strong focus on building operational and technical excellence.

Holcim Australia is proud to announce the renewal of our strategic partnership with Habitat for Humanity Australia for the 2025–2026 period—marking our third consecutive term of support. This ongoing collaboration continues to focus on creating tangible outcomes for communities through sustainable housing solutions and inclusive employment opportunities for disadvantaged women.

Holcim Australia is proud to be contributing to the delivery of the Western Harbour Tunnel — a major infrastructure project set to reshape Sydney’s transport network.

The Lane Cove House is a striking example of how structural performance and architectural elegance can work seamlessly together—thanks in part to Geostone, Holcim’s premium decorative concrete.

Holcim’s new concrete plant in Oaklands Junction, just north of Melbourne Airport is now officially open. Located near key arterial roads in Melbourne’s fast-growing northern corridor, the state-of-the-art facility is purpose-built with safety, quality, and sustainability at its core.

As part of our commitment to sustainability and reducing carbon emissions our Byron Bay Concrete Plant officially switched to 100% renewable energy at the start of the year—a major milestone in our ongoing efforts to reduce carbon emissions and build progress for both people and the planet.

Holcim Australia and New Zealand Senior Leaders’ Conference focuses on becoming the leading partner for sustainable construction and embedding a performance culture across the company.

In response to the expected impact of Cyclone Alfred, we are taking proactive measures to ensure the safety of our people, customers, and the broader community. As a result, several of our sites in the forecast affected areas will temporarily close. 

The Holcim Spirit—Purpose, People, and Performance—guides us in everything we do. Our success is built on the strength of our people, and fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce helps us grow, innovate, and thrive. Embracing different perspectives and experiences enables us to drive positive change—both within our business and in the communities we serve.

The Annual Excellence Awards for Holcim Australia & New Zealand brought together outstanding teams and individuals to celebrate achievements from 2024, in financial growth, innovation, sustainability, safety, diversity, and collaboration. The ceremony, held on the Gold Coast as part of Holcim’s Senior Leaders Conference - New Era of Growth - highlighted the exceptional efforts that have driven continued success in...

As part of the Holcim’s Health, Safety, and Environmental Improvement Plan (HSE-IP), Holcim Australia undertook three projects aimed at significantly reducing environmental impact across selected sites. The Brisbane City concrete plant in the suburb of Eagle Farm was chosen for the zero-waste disposal initiative, aiming to ensure that no waste generated on-site was sent to landfill.

As the world’s premier competition celebrating sustainable design and a total prize pool of USD 1 million ⸺  this is a unique opportunity to have your work recognised on a global stage and to join an industry-changing case of Awards winners.

In Yarraville, Ed Bond’s passive house project is setting new standards in sustainable construction with Holcim Australia’s ECOPact Max. 

Holcim Australia, a leader in innovative and sustainable building materials, today announced its new brand identity, aligning with its global vision for greener cities and smarter infrastructure. This updated identity reflects the company’s commitment to delivering environmentally sustainable and innovative building solutions.

Holcim Australia Pty Ltd (Holcim), a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, together with Putzmeister Oceania, a trusted provider of high-quality concrete machinery and equipment, are excited to announce their agreement to a trial of the first Australian Design Rules (ADRs) approved and road registered 100% electric concrete truck mixer in Australia.

Improving the wellbeing of the Aboriginal community in Geraldton, WA, is the driving force behind the State Government’s $28.5 million project, set to provide affordable short-stay accommodation for Aboriginal people visiting the region.

Dedication and teamwork have been the driving forces behind the Beenleigh Quarry team’s successful completion of the Protected Plant Project, ensuring a “no net loss” of a vulnerable plant species, the Slender Milkvine.

We are thrilled to announce that Holcim Australia has committed to a second year of sponsorship with the Australian arm of the global not-for-profit organisation, Habitat for Humanity.

The Pilbara is a vast region of endless red landscapes, twice the size of Great Britain, located in the north of Western Australia. To move road freight more efficiently over such long distances trucks with multiple trailers, known as road trains, are a common sight across remote regions of Australia.

Holcim Australia’s aggregates team is pioneering the implementation of advanced electric drivetrain heavy machinery that reduces fossil fuel consumption, cuts exhaust emissions, and supports progress towards a lower-carbon future.