CPB Contractors has been selected by the Australian Government’s Department of Defence to deliver the Riverina Redevelopment Program in New South Wales and Victoria.
The program, which commenced its Planning Phase in 2022 and was completed in late 2023, was delivered in a 50:50 joint venture with Downer EDI Limited (Downer). Following the completion of planning and subject to Government and Parliamentary approvals, the Delivery Phase began in early 2025 and is scheduled to run through to late 2031, marking one of the most substantial Defence infrastructure upgrades in the region.
The Riverina Redevelopment Program incorporates three major projects:
- Albury-Wodonga Military Area Redevelopment
- RAAF Base Wagga (Yalbiligi Ngurang) Redevelopment
- Blamey Barracks Kapooka (Gabuga) Redevelopment
CPB Contractors has more than 20 years of experience as a leading Defence contractor working as a trusted partner to the Australian Defence Force, providing our regional projects experience and technical expertise to safely deliver key projects.
The program of work will deliver:
- New living and working accommodation
- Training facilities
- Communal facilities
- Upgrades to major infrastructure and services
CPB Contractors is committed to building sustainability and social value across its projects, including in its role as a proud supporter of Veteran employment, and is also focused on building a sustainable supply chain that supports the communities it works within. The contractor will work collaboratively with the Department of Defence to ensure the economic opportunities created by this project are maximised through the involvement of local suppliers.
CPB Contractors acknowledges the Wiradjuri, Waveroo, and the Duduroa peoples as the traditional and continuing custodians of the lands on which the Riverina Redevelopment Program are being delivered.
Visit the project's website here for more information and updates.