- $43.1 million construction contract awarded to Atlas Building (WA) Pty Ltd
- 50-unit project funded by the Cook Government and the second Common Ground to be delivered in Western Australia
- Housing and on-site support services for people experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness
Mandurah Common Ground has reached an important milestone today, with Atlas Building (WA) Pty Ltd appointed as the builder to deliver the 50-unit, five-storey complex.
The $43.1 million contract was awarded to Atlas following a Request for Tender that closed in May 2024.
Atlas Building's notable major projects in WA include Perth Arena and the NIB Stadium, Ashton Apartments in Claremont, East Village in Karrinyup, Eden West apartments in Perry Lakes and the redevelopment of Busselton Shopping Centre.
The Common Ground model provides a mix of permanent housing options for people who are experiencing homelessness, rough sleeping or on low incomes, along with wraparound support services and on-site management.
Mandurah Common Ground is the second facility of its kind being built in Western Australia, with East Perth Common Ground currently well under construction and due to become fully operational by late-2025.
The 50 self-contained units, along with communal areas, on-site support services and commercial spaces, will be delivered over five storeys on Allnutt Street. Works will commence on-site by the end of 2024.
Tender processes will commence in 2025 to identify service providers to deliver property and tenancy management, along with onsite support services for Mandurah Common Ground.
Common Ground is a key priority of the State Government's All Paths Lead to a Home: Western Australia's 10 Year Strategy on Homelessness 20202030, which aims to improve outcomes for Western Australians experiencing, or at risk of homelessness.
Comments attributed to Housing and Homelessness Minister John Carey:
"The Cook Labor Government is investing $3.2 billion into housing and homelessness measures, which includes delivery of around 5,000 homes.
"Mandurah Common Ground is a key component of the Cook Labor Government's record $3.2 billion investment in housing and homelessness measures, providing housing and support services to vulnerable people - providing 50 dwellings across a five-storey development.
"Atlas Building is expected to take possession of the site in October 2024, with construction commencing November 2024.
"As an interim measure, our Government is assisting rough sleepers through its DjuripinyMia program, adding 100 social homes in a supportive landlord model in partnership with Housing Choices.
"The model aligns with the Housing First Approach, which prioritises getting vulnerable people into permanent housing and then focusing on the necessary support services.
"To date, the supportive landlord model has added more than 80 homes, supporting more than 160 people, including families with children, and is helping change the lives of vulnerable people with access to intensive support.
"We have a clear focus to assist people sleeping rough and give them access to appropriate accommodation and intensive wraparound supports to enable them to transition into long-term housing options."
As stated by Mandurah MLA David Templeman:
"The State Government continues to support vulnerable Western Australians - especially in Mandurah.
"It's pleasing to see the Mandurah Common Ground project move to the construction phase with a builder now appointed.
"Mandurah Common Ground will provide vital accommodation for people at risk of or experiencing homelessness in the Mandurah and Peel region, with important support services available on-site to assist the vulnerable members of our local community."
As stated by Dawesville MLA Lisa Munday:
"I'm proud to be part of the Cook Labor Government as we are getting on with delivering the Mandurah Common Ground.
"This important project will provide vital support to the most vulnerable members of our local community with safe and secure housing, along with the appropriate support services."
As stated by Murray-Wellington MLA Robyn Clarke:
"We know the Common Ground model to support people at risk of or experiencing homelessness is proven across the world and I'm pleased to see the Mandurah Common Ground will soon begin construction.
"We know there are housing pressures across the country and I'm proud to be part of the Cook Labor Government as we are investing billions of dollars in housing and homelessness - including across the Peel region to support people in our community who are doing it tough."
