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I’m thrilled to share that my coauthor and I have been honored with the Best Thematic Paper Award at the 5th International Conference on Transportation Geotechnics (ICTG)! Our paper, “A Case Study on Lateral Ground Movements Due to Pile Driving in Soft Clay Near an Existing Elevated Roadway,” dives into practical insights and field observations on pile driving in tricky ground conditions. You can check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gNDipwjT. A huge thanks to the ICTG organising committee, hosts, and sponsors for putting together such an incredible event. I’m also deeply grateful for the support of my coauthor, Richard Merifield, and the team at Douglas Partners Pty Ltd. Congratulations to all the other award recipients!

New Paper: See You at the 5th ICTG! Excited to share that our paper on driving groups of piles in soft clay is out! It covers insights from a local Australian case study and some ideas that might be useful for others dealing with similar situations. Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gNDipwjT. Next week, I’ll be presenting some key takeaways from this paper at the 5th International Conference on Transportation Geotechnics in Sydney. If you’re there, come say hi—I’d love to connect and chat all things geotech! Thanks to my co-author Richard Merifield and to Douglas Partners Pty Ltd for supporting me to go to this conference.

PROJECT UPDATE: Emmanuel College Senior School Our concept for Emmanuel College’s innovative new Senior School learning centre reimagines the traditional educational setting, emphasising flexibility, collaboration, and project-based learning. We aspire to create a space that not only meets the educational needs of today but also prepares students for the challenges and opportunities of tomorrow. The new Senior School’s flexible learning areas have been designed to accommodate various teaching methods, subject areas, and diverse learning preferences. Movable furniture, retractable walls, plentiful writable and pinnable surfaces, audio-visual systems, and excellent acoustics will provide educators and students with the tools they need to tailor the environment to suit specific learning objectives. These areas will seamlessly adapt to meet the dynamic needs of a modern educational experience. At the heart of the Senior School learning centre will be two central learning commons that interconnect with the surrounding learning spaces, creating a dynamic environment that encourages interaction and knowledge sharing. These spaces will serve as a nexus for students and educators alike, fostering a sense of community and collaboration. To prepare students for the demands of the modern workforce, our design incorporates dedicated hospitality training kitchens located alongside a new café-style Canteen, providing hands-on experience for students pursuing careers in hospitality. A brand-new cafe-style Canteen completes the Senior School learning centre, providing a social and relaxed space for students and faculty to connect. The design incorporates comfortable seating, natural light, and a variety of food options to create a welcoming environment for breaks, informal meetings, and networking. CLIENT: Emmanuel College - Gold Coast CLIENT TEAM: Daniel Brown (Principal), Phil O’Connor (Business Manager), Dan Miller (Head of Senior School), Dan Pearson (Head of Strategy & Innovation) & Kerry Hands (Capital Works Committee Chair) LOCATION: Gold Coast, Queensland / Yugambeh Country ARCHITECT: Novum Project Director: Joel Ridings Project Leader: Isaac Vincent Project Delivery Leader: Peter Edwards Interior Design Leader: Sue Innes Landscape Architect: Tessa Leggo & FRED St Project Team: Jeffrey Smith, Riley Pownall, Solomon Coppard & Sam Beattie STRUCTURAL ENGINEER: Bligh Tanner CIVIL ENGINEER: Bligh Tanner HYDRAULIC ENGINEER: Floth ELECTRICAL ENGINEER: WalkerBai Consulting MECHANICAL ENGINEER: WalkerBai VERTICAL TRANSPORT ENGINEER: WalkerBai ENERGY EFFICIENCY CONSULTANT: Anderson Energy Efficiency CERTIFIER: GMA Certification Group FIRE ENGINEER: Carbon Fire Engineering TOWN PLANNER: Gaskell Planning Consultants COST CONSULTANT: Mitchell Brandtman GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEER: Douglas Partners Pty Ltd FLOOD ENGINEER: CWD Group SITE SURVEYOR: Schlencker Surveying To read more about this exciting new project: https://lnkd.in/grTRRS4X