South West Earthworks Pty Ltd

24/03/2026

Welcome to the fleet digga number 5.

Today we picked up our brand new 5ton excavator, a Kobelco SK55srx-7.

Thanks to Mark and the team at Ballarat Tractors for helping us out with the purchase.

06/03/2026

Works to Resume on Cox Street Solar Lights

Preparation works are set to resume on Cox Street from Tuesday 10 March 2026, with crews continuing footing installation for new solar street lighting.

Works will take place along the section of Cox Street between Gray and Lonsdale Streets, after completing footings on the Gray Street to Ballarat Road section earlier this year.

Once preparation works are completed, poured concrete will require a minimum curing period of 14 days before further works can continue. Please be aware that adverse weather conditions can affect the duration of the curing process.

Following this, installation of lighting poles will commence. Further updates on impacts caused by the installation will be provided in the coming weeks.

During periods of activity, short-term traffic management will be in place and signposted while contractors carry out these works. This will include brief detours and reduced speed limits. Vehicles are advised to observe changes and to take care driving in the area.

Council thanks the community for their patience and looks forward to seeing progress continue in the coming weeks.

12/02/2026

South West Earthworks is proud announce that we will play a major role in the Mackenzie Falls Revitalisation works. For the next few months we will be working closely along side Parks Victoria and Ace Contractors Group Pty Ltd to complete this project.

A breif overview of the project.

The Victorian Government is investing $7.76 million in revitalising the Mackenzie Falls visitor precinct — one of the state’s most visited natural attractions — to improve safety, accessibility, cultural interpretation, and visitor experience.

The project is part of broader enhancements guided by the Greater Gariwerd Landscape Management Plan and is being developed on the Traditional Lands of the Jardwadjali and Djab Wurrung Peoples, with active partnership from Gunditj Mirring, Eastern Maar and Barengi Gadjin Traditional Owner groups.

🔨KEY FEATURES OF THE UPGRADE

✅️Safety Improvements

• Geotechnical assessments identified rockfall risks — these will be addressed with rockfall barriers, cables, mesh, and boardwalk realignment.
• Measures will also discourage unsafe access into the water, and swimming remains prohibited due to risk.

👀 New Viewing Platform

• A larger viewing platform at the base of the falls designed to hold at least 40 people will provide better sightlines and safety.
• The design incorporates cultural elements, including motifs tied to the blackfish, significant to the Cultural landscape.

🚶 Accessible Walking Upgrades

• The existing Bluff Lookout Walk will be upgraded to a Grade 1 accessible trail, making it easier for visitors with prams, wheelchairs or limited mobility to enjoy sweeping views of the falls and valley.

🚗 Parking and Arrival Improvements

• The carpark area will be reworked to improve traffic flow, create safer pedestrian access, improve drainage and increase capacity: about 120 car spaces plus 14 for long vehicles.

🪶 Signage & Interpretation

• New and improved signage will help with wayfinding and provide better interpretation of environmental and cultural heritage.

Please keep informed by visiting Parks Victoria website at www.parks.vic.gov.au

PLANNING for the long-anticipated revitalisation of MacKenzie Falls has reached a significant milestone, with Parks Victoria confirming that detailed design work is complete, a construction contractor has been appointed and off-site works are now underway. December’s update marks the latest step.....

08/02/2026

South West Earthworks along side Fulton Hogan has commenced shoulder grading works on Harrow-Balmoral Rd, starting today. Works will continue on to the Coleraine-Balmoral Rd in the coming weeks.

Traffic management will be in place and motorists may experience minor delays while works are underway.

Please slow down, follow all signage, and take care around workers and machinery.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation

28/01/2026

WANTER TRUCK DRIVER

South West Earthworks is looking for a water truck driver for approximately 3 weeks.
Travelling from Hamilton and working around Balmoral.

Must have MR truck licence and know how to drive a Road Ranger transmission.

Please PH Dan 0419 253 899

11/01/2026

**Project Update – Cox Street Solar Lighting**

Preparatory works will commence today (Monday 12 January) for footings of permanent solar street lighting along Cox Street.

Works will be undertaken in sections to minimise disruption to residents, businesses and road users. Works will take approximately one week to complete (weather permitting), with the second stage of pole installation scheduled for mid-February once footings have cured.

Please expect temporary traffic changes including intermittent closures of sections, reduced speeds and detours in place while works are underway. Take care when travelling in the area and consider an alternative route while works are completed.

Traffic Management Plans can be found on our website at https://www.sthgrampians.vic.gov.au/About-Council/Current-Projects/Cox-Street-Redevelopment-Lighting-Installation

04/01/2026

Are you looking for a job change in 2026?
Due to increased work load South West Earthworks are looking experienced operators to join our team.

03/12/2025

Mt Zero (Mura Mura) Carpark
Ace Contractors Group Pty Ltd

03/12/2025

Dartmoor CFA
Ultrabuild Construction Group Pty Ltd

12/11/2025

Guard rail remediation works completed today on the Henty Hwy Woohlpooer for Fulton Hogan

05/10/2025

Mitchell Park Kindergarten