The Kepnock Town Centre marks a significant milestone for the Bundaberg region, establishing a vibrant new hub for the local community. Stage 1 of the development spans 5,500m² and comprised a mix of food and specialty retailers, including a full-line Woolworths complemented by several smaller outlets. With over 250 dedicated car parks and a diverse array of retailers, this landmark development has quickly become a focal point for residents, contributing to the area’s continued economic growth.
With extensive experience in delivering retail and commercial development, RMA was appointed as lead engineer for the project, leading the project from pre-development application through to construction completion.
Through analysing the stormwater quantity management, our Civil team delivered a customised design solution that utilised internal catchment redirection and design alterations to manage off-site impacts. This solution eliminated the need for onsite detention which enabled substantial cost savings for the client and facilitated a larger development footprint.
We collaborated closely with Bundaberg Regional Council and TMR to obtain all necessary development approvals for the site and access roads, enabling the construction of the shopping centre and the delivery of both internal and external infrastructure. The design provided for a balance of cut to fill, saving the need for import of material, whilst meeting the major tenant’s design brief for civil works.
Our stormwater team delivered a bespoke external road work solution that considered sensitive stormwater quality issues through the strategic installation of street-side litter baskets and Filterra stormwater filtration system. These measures allowed for compliance with environmental standards while maintaining the integrity of the surrounding catchment.
Our building services team developed a highly efficient structural design that integrated the clean and modern lines of the architectural intent while satisfying the region’s cyclonic wind standards. This approach not only satisfied building safety requirements but also reduced costs during construction.