CCAA Calls for Strategic Planning in Construction Materials
SYDNEY — Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia (CCAA) has urged the New South Wales Government to prioritize industrial land reforms to support the heavy construction materials supply chain. The call comes as CCAA emphasizes the need for efficient materials distribution to meet the state’s housing and infrastructure demands.
According to CCAA CEO Michael Kilgariff, the reform presents an opportunity to align housing targets with material supply needs. “Housing delivery and materials supply must go hand in hand,” Kilgariff said, highlighting the essential role of cement, concrete, and aggregates in construction.
CCAA has raised concerns over the limited availability of industrial land in Greater Sydney, stressing the importance of proximity to growth areas and transportation corridors for the concrete supply chain. “Concrete supply depends on being close to where it is used,” Kilgariff noted, warning that increased distance impacts costs, emissions, and delivery timelines.
Industry Implications and Strategic Recommendations
CCAA recommends that the State Land Use Plan formally recognize the heavy construction materials supply chain, designate strategic industrial precincts, and ensure that planning frameworks facilitate efficient operations. The organization advocates for the development of a NSW Heavy Construction Materials Plan to enhance government coordination and protect critical resources.
The announcement comes amid growing demand for housing and infrastructure development in NSW. CCAA’s submission to the New Approach to Strategic Planning Discussion Paper highlights the need for planning certainty to support economic growth and housing affordability.
CCAA looks forward to collaborating with the NSW Government on these reforms. “We welcome the opportunity to contribute to a framework that supports both housing delivery and the materials that make it possible,” Kilgariff stated.
Source: newshub.medianet.com.au
