Projects

Our project experience spans transport infrastructure, energy, defence, mining and resources, water and marine, housing and urban development, and major infrastructure programs.

Across these and other projects, our team have provided a range of dynamic, innovative and structured services throughout the planning, design, construction and operational phases of infrastructure and development projects. Our services extend across stakeholder and community engagement, communications, strategic advisory, project delivery support, stakeholder relationship management, facilitation, issues management, engagement planning, and related project support services.

Onkaparinga Valley Road, Nairne Road, and Junction Road intersection upgrade

Southern Ports Highway Project

Main South Road Upgrades

Coast Park Project

RM Williams Way Safety Upgrades

Horrocks Highway Upgrades

Victor Harbor Road Safety Improvements

Yilki Coastal Sea Defence Wall Project

Augusta Highway Horrocks Pass Junction Upgrades

Cunningham Partners Community and Stakeholder Engagement - Western Australia and South Australia

Lake Windabout Flood Remediation

O'Sullivans Beach Boat Ramp

Eastern Parade Access Upgrade

Department for Education - Technical Colleges Program

Fleurieu Connections Alliance

Adelaide Road, Mount Barker Roundabout Upgrade

Robertstown Battery Energy Storage System

Hanson – White Rock Quarry Operations

North East Road and Torrens Valley Road safety upgrade

Onkaparinga Valley Road, Nairne Road and Junction Road Intersection Upgrade

Cunningham Partners provided strategic stakeholder and community engagement services for the Balhannah Intersection Upgrades project, supporting the delivery of a significant transport infrastructure project in the Adelaide Hills.

Throughout the project, Cunningham Partners worked with the Department for Infrastructure and Transport, the contractor, local businesses, community organisations and stakeholders to deliver timely, transparent and practical communication. Particular emphasis was placed on maintaining access for local businesses, keeping the community informed of changing construction activities and responding proactively to stakeholder enquiries as the project progressed.

Through consistent engagement and practical project support, Cunningham Partners helped build stakeholder confidence, minimise disruption and maintain positive relationships across a complex, multi-stage construction program. Our focus remained on ensuring engagement activities supported both project delivery and the needs of the local community.

Balhannah showcases Cunningham Partners’ ability to deliver stakeholder and community engagement for complex transport infrastructure projects, helping clients successfully balance construction activities with the expectations of businesses, stakeholders and the communities they serve.

Project Type

  • Transport Infrastructure
  • Road Safety
  • Regional Infrastructure

Southern Ports Highway Project

Cunningham Partners was engaged to provide strategic stakeholder and community engagement support for the Southern Ports Highway Shoulder Construction and Sealing project, supporting the delivery of a significant regional road safety initiative in South Australia.

Working alongside the project team, Cunningham Partners provided specialist stakeholder and community engagement advice, supporting communication between the contractor, government representatives, stakeholders and the local community. Our approach focused on promoting clear communication, proactive stakeholder engagement and practical support throughout the construction program.

By delivering strategic engagement planning and ongoing stakeholder support, Cunningham Partners helped establish a consistent approach to community engagement that supported informed decision-making and effective communication throughout the project.

This project demonstrates Cunningham Partners’ ability to provide specialist stakeholder and community engagement services for regional infrastructure projects, helping clients communicate effectively with stakeholders while supporting successful project outcomes.

Project Type

  • Transport Infrastructure
  • Road Safety
  • Regional Infrastructure

Main South Road Upgrades

Cunningham Partners was engaged to provide strategic stakeholder and community engagement support for the Main South Road Overtaking Lanes project, supporting the delivery of a major regional transport infrastructure initiative on the Fleurieu Peninsula.

Working closely with the contractor, project leadership, government representatives, stakeholders and the local community, Cunningham Partners delivered a coordinated stakeholder and community engagement program aligned with project objectives and construction activities. Our role combined stakeholder engagement with practical project coordination, helping maintain clear communication, manage stakeholder expectations and support the day-to-day delivery of the project.

By providing both strategic engagement advice and practical project support, Cunningham Partners contributed to consistent stakeholder communication, informed decision-making and effective coordination throughout the construction program.

This project demonstrates Cunningham Partners’ ability to combine stakeholder and community engagement with practical project delivery support, helping infrastructure teams maintain strong stakeholder relationships while delivering complex construction projects.

Project Type

  • Highway Upgrades
  • Road Safety
  • Regional Infrastructure

Coast Park Stage 1

Cunningham Partners was engaged to provide strategic stakeholder and community engagement support for the Coast Park Stage One project, supporting the delivery of a significant coastal infrastructure initiative in South Australia.

Working as an integrated member of the project team, Cunningham Partners partnered with government representatives, stakeholders and the community to support a comprehensive public consultation process, ensuring community feedback was effectively captured, analysed and communicated to inform project decision-making. Our collaborative approach promoted transparent engagement, meaningful participation and clear communication throughout a complex statutory consultation process.

By providing strategic engagement support and detailed stakeholder analysis, Cunningham Partners helped deliver a well-informed consultation process that supported government decision-making while building confidence with stakeholders and the broader community.

This project demonstrates Cunningham Partners’ ability to manage complex stakeholder and community engagement programs, delivering strategic engagement that supports informed decision-making and positive project outcomes.

Project Type

  • Coastal Infrastructure
  • Community Infrastructure
  • Environmental Projects

RM Williams Way Safety Upgrades

Cunningham Partners provided strategic stakeholder and community engagement support for the RM Williams Way Safety Upgrades project, contributing to the successful delivery of important road safety improvements within regional South Australia.

Working as part of the broader project team, Cunningham Partners supported communication between the contractor, government, stakeholders and the community, helping ensure engagement activities remained aligned with project objectives and delivery requirements. Our collaborative approach focused on building trusted relationships, maintaining clear communication and supporting positive project outcomes throughout the construction phase.

This project demonstrates Cunningham Partners’ ability to integrate stakeholder and community engagement into the delivery of regional transport infrastructure projects, supporting project teams through practical, responsive and outcome-focused engagement.

Project Type

  • Transport Infrastructure
  • Road Safety
  • Regional Infrastructure

Horrocks Highway Package 5

Cunningham Partners was engaged to provide strategic stakeholder and community engagement support for the Horrocks Highway Package 5 road reconstruction project, contributing to the successful delivery of a major regional transport infrastructure initiative in South Australia.

Working as an integrated member of the project team, Cunningham Partners supported collaboration between the contractor, government, stakeholders and the local community to promote effective communication, manage stakeholder expectations and maintain alignment between engagement activities and project objectives.

Our involvement helped establish a practical and consistent stakeholder engagement framework that supported project delivery, strengthened communication throughout construction and fostered positive relationships with stakeholders and the broader community.

This project reflects Cunningham Partners’ ability to deliver strategic stakeholder and community engagement that integrates with project delivery, helping infrastructure projects build confidence, minimise risk and achieve positive outcomes.

Project Type

  • Transport Infrastructure
  • Government Projects
  • Regional Infrastructure

Victor Harbor Road Safety Improvements

Cunningham Partners delivered an integrated stakeholder engagement and communications program for the Victor Harbor Road/ Brookman Road intersection Upgrade, supporting the delivery of significant road safety improvements at a key intersection on Victor Harbor Road.

The project required careful engagement with nearby residents, businesses, property owners, Aboriginal organisations, government agencies and the travelling public throughout multiple stages of construction. Cunningham Partners developed and delivered a responsive engagement program that adapted alongside construction, providing timely information, managing stakeholder enquiries and supporting changing traffic conditions, property access and construction activities.

Beyond stakeholder engagement, Cunningham Partners delivered strategic communications, media coordination, community updates, professional drone photography and videography, and ongoing stakeholder liaison that supported transparent communication throughout the project. Working as a trusted member of the project team, Cunningham Partners provided practical engagement advice, coordinated communications and responded proactively to stakeholder issues as they emerged, helping maintain positive relationships in a highly visible project where stakeholder expectations remained high throughout construction.

The Victor Harbor Road Intersections Upgrade highlights Cunningham Partners’ ability to deliver calm, responsive stakeholder engagement on high-profile road safety projects, helping clients navigate changing community expectations while maintaining confidence throughout project delivery.

Project Type

  • Transport Infrastructure
  • Road Safety
  • Major Infrastructure Programs
  • Regional Infrastructure

Yilki Coastal Sea Defence Wall Project

Cunningham Partners delivered an integrated stakeholder engagement and communications program for the Yilki Coastal Sea Defence Wall project on behalf of the City of Victor Harbor, supporting the delivery of critical coastal protection infrastructure designed to safeguard one of South Australia’s most valued coastal environments.

Working closely with the City of Victor Harbor, the contractor and the local community, Cunningham Partners delivered a coordinated engagement program that balanced construction activities with the needs of residents, businesses, visitors and road users. As construction progressed, communications evolved to reflect changing traffic arrangements, project milestones and community priorities, ensuring stakeholders remained informed and engaged throughout delivery.

In addition to stakeholder engagement, Cunningham Partners delivered strategic communications, media coordination, and professional drone photography and videography, providing the City of Victor Harbor with high-quality visual content that documented construction progress, showcased project milestones and supported ongoing community communications.

The Yilki Coastal Sea Defence Wall project demonstrates Cunningham Partners’ ability to integrate stakeholder engagement, strategic communications and visual storytelling to support local government infrastructure projects, helping clients maintain informed communities while delivering important public assets.

Project Type

  • Water & Marine
  • Local Government
  • Community Infrastructure

Augusta Highway Horrocks Pass Junction Upgrades

Cunningham Partners delivered an integrated stakeholder engagement and communications program for the Augusta Highway Junction Upgrade, supporting the delivery of a key component of South Australia’s Freight Highway Upgrade Program.

Spanning multiple construction stages over an extended delivery period, the project required sustained engagement with freight operators, local businesses, Indigenous organisations, government agencies, Port Augusta City Council, emergency services and the broader community. Cunningham Partners established and maintained a structured engagement program that evolved alongside the project, ensuring stakeholders remained informed as traffic conditions, construction staging and project priorities changed.

Throughout the project, Cunningham Partners adapted engagement activities to reflect changing construction requirements, coordinating community communications, stakeholder liaison, indigenous engagement, media opportunities and local government engagement. By maintaining timely, accurate and responsive communication, Cunningham Partners helped minimise disruption, proactively address emerging issues and foster positive relationships throughout the life of the project.

The Augusta Highway Junction Upgrade demonstrates Cunningham Partners’ ability to deliver adaptive stakeholder engagement across long-duration infrastructure projects, ensuring communications evolve alongside construction while supporting positive relationships with communities, stakeholders and project partners.

Project Type

  • Transport Infrastructure
  • Major Infrastructure Programs
  • Road Safety
  • Regional Infrastructure

 

Lake Windabout Flood Remediation

Cunningham Partners delivered an integrated stakeholder engagement and communications program for the Lake Windabout Flood Recovery Project, supporting the restoration of a critical section of the Stuart Highway as part of the Australian and South Australian Governments’ National Supply Chain Resilience Program.

Throughout the project, Cunningham Partners maintained ongoing liaison with government agencies, Defence, Indigenous organisations, freight operators, emergency services, local businesses, accommodation providers and regional communities, ensuring stakeholders remained informed as construction staging, traffic management and operational requirements evolved. Our role focused on maintaining clear communication, anticipating emerging issues and supporting the safe and efficient delivery of works in a challenging remote environment.

In addition to stakeholder and community engagement, Cunningham Partners provided Indigenous liaison, freight industry coordination, local business liaison, media content development and community communications. This included supporting stakeholder coordination for nationally significant freight movements, Defence operations and major events such as the World Solar Challenge, ensuring project delivery remained aligned with operational and community requirements.

The Lake Windabout Flood Recovery Project demonstrates Cunningham Partners’ ability to deliver sustained stakeholder engagement, strategic communications and project support across complex, long-duration infrastructure projects, helping clients manage diverse stakeholder interests while maintaining project momentum and operational continuity.

Project Type

  • Transport Infrastructure
  • Major Infrastructure Programs
  • Project Delivery Support

O'Sullivans Beach Boat Ramp

Cunningham Partners delivered stakeholder and community engagement services for the O’Sullivan Beach Boat Ramp Upgrade, supporting the enhancement of one of South Australia’s key recreational and emergency marine facilities.

As a well-used community asset, the project required careful engagement with boating organisations, emergency services, local government, nearby residents and the wider community. Cunningham Partners developed and delivered a tailored engagement and communications program that kept stakeholders informed, encouraged meaningful feedback and maintained positive relationships throughout construction.

Community feedback played an important role in informing aspects of the project, with engagement helping identify opportunities to further improve traffic flow, accessibility and the overall user experience. By maintaining open communication throughout delivery, Cunningham Partners helped ensure community perspectives continued to inform the project as it evolved.

The O’Sullivan Beach Boat Ramp Upgrade reflects Cunningham Partners’ ability to deliver community-focused engagement for marine infrastructure projects, helping clients enhance public assets while strengthening relationships with the communities who rely on them.

Project Type

  • Water & Marine
  • Community Infrastructure
  • Project Delivery Support

Eastern Parade Access Upgrade

Cunningham Partners provided stakeholder and community engagement leadership for the Eastern Parade Access Upgrade, a critical enabling project supporting the future delivery of the Torrens to Darlington (T2D) Project within one of South Australia’s busiest industrial and logistics precincts.

Delivering infrastructure within a live industrial environment required careful coordination between freight operators, industrial businesses, government agencies, utility providers and the broader community. Cunningham Partners developed and implemented a tailored engagement and communications strategy that balanced operational continuity with construction delivery while supporting the broader objectives of the T2D Program.

In addition to stakeholder engagement, Cunningham Partners coordinated project communications, local business liaison, media planning and reputation management, helping maintain strong stakeholder relationships while supporting the successful transition between the Eastern Parade Access Upgrade and the broader T2D Program.

Eastern Parade Access Upgrade highlights Cunningham Partners’ ability to coordinate stakeholder engagement across enabling infrastructure projects, helping clients maintain business continuity, manage complex stakeholder environments and prepare communities for major infrastructure programs.

Project Type

  • Transport Infrastructure
  • Major Infrastructure Programs
  • Project Delivery Support

Department for Education - Technical Colleges Program

Cunningham Partners supported the establishment of Findon Technical College by delivering community engagement and public outreach activities that helped raise awareness of South Australia’s new technical education pathway.

Representing the college at public events and community engagement activities, Cunningham Partners engaged directly with prospective students, parents, educators and the broader community, providing trusted information and helping people better understand the opportunities available through vocational education. Our team created meaningful conversations, answered questions with confidence and ensured the community had access to clear, consistent and accessible information throughout the establishment of the college.

With extensive experience engaging diverse audiences, Cunningham Partners provided a professional public-facing presence that strengthened community awareness and supported positive engagement during a critical stage of the college’s development.

Findon Technical College demonstrates Cunningham Partners’ ability to represent organisations with professionalism and credibility, delivering community engagement that builds understanding, fosters trust and supports the successful introduction of new initiatives.

Project Type

  • Education Infrastructure
  • Community Infrastructure

Fleurieu Connections Alliance

Cunningham Partners was engaged by the Fleurieu Connections Alliance to provide strategic stakeholder and community engagement support during the delivery of a major transport infrastructure project in South Australia.

Working as an integrated member of the project team, Cunningham Partners partnered with project leadership, government representatives, stakeholders and the community to support informed decision-making, effective communication and successful project outcomes. Our collaborative approach focused on building trusted relationships, managing stakeholder expectations and ensuring engagement remained aligned with construction activities and broader project objectives.

By embedding within the Alliance team, Cunningham Partners helped maintain project momentum, enhance the efficiency of stakeholder engagement activities and support the timely coordination of project priorities across a large, multidisciplinary infrastructure program.

This project demonstrates Cunningham Partners’ ability to integrate seamlessly within complex infrastructure projects, providing strategic stakeholder and community engagement alongside practical project support to help deliver successful outcomes for clients, stakeholders and the community.

Project Type

  • Transport Infrastructure
  • Alliance Projects
  • Major Infrastructure Programs

Adelaide Road, Mount Barker Roundabout Upgrade

Cunningham Partners led the development and delivery of the stakeholder and community engagement approach for the Adelaide Road, Mount Barker Roundabout Upgrade, a significant transport infrastructure project in the Adelaide Hills.

The scale and complexity of the project demanded more than effective communication—it required a coordinated engagement strategy that aligned project delivery, stakeholder expectations and community needs across multiple interfaces. Cunningham Partners developed an integrated engagement framework that brought together government agencies, local businesses, schools, emergency services, utility providers, community organisations and residents, ensuring communication remained consistent, timely and responsive throughout each stage of construction.

Beyond community engagement, Cunningham Partners helped coordinate communications, local business engagement, media planning and stakeholder management across a broader program of infrastructure works, supporting a unified approach that reduced stakeholder fatigue, managed competing priorities and strengthened confidence in project delivery.

The Adelaide Road, Mount Barker Roundabout Upgrade showcases Cunningham Partners’ ability to coordinate complex stakeholder environments, helping major infrastructure projects successfully balance technical delivery with the needs of businesses, communities and government.

Project Type

  • Transport Infrastructure
  • Major Infrastructure Programs
  • Road Safety
  • Regional Infrastructure

Robertstown Battery Energy Storage System

Cunningham Partners provided strategic stakeholder and community engagement services for the Rocky Plains Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), supporting the planning and approval of a major renewable energy project in regional South Australia.

Recognising that successful renewable energy projects depend on early and meaningful engagement, Cunningham Partners developed a comprehensive consultation framework that aligned community engagement with project planning, regulatory requirements and industry best practice. Our work established a clear pathway for engaging landholders, Traditional Owners, government agencies, community organisations and other key stakeholders throughout the planning process.

Beyond developing the engagement strategy, Cunningham Partners supported the delivery of consultation activities, stakeholder communications and reporting, ensuring community feedback was effectively captured and considered as the project progressed. This structured approach helped create a transparent and responsive engagement process that could continue throughout the project’s lifecycle.

The Rocky Plains BESS project reflects Cunningham Partners’ ability to develop engagement strategies for complex renewable energy developments, helping clients navigate regulatory approvals, build lasting community relationships and support the responsible delivery of critical energy infrastructure.

Project Type

  • Energy Infrastructure
  • Regional Infrastructure
  • Major Infrastructure Programs

Hanson – White Rock Quarry Operations

Cunningham Partners supported Hanson Construction Materials in strengthening community engagement and stakeholder relationships for the White Rock Quarry, helping the business navigate a complex operational, regulatory and community environment.

Our involvement extended beyond traditional stakeholder engagement, assisting Hanson with the development of a comprehensive Community Engagement Framework while providing strategic communications and stakeholder support throughout the Mine Operations Plan review process. This included developing engagement strategies, communication materials and consultation processes that improved transparency, strengthened community relationships and supported constructive dialogue with government agencies, industry stakeholders and the local community.

By aligning community engagement with Hanson’s broader operational objectives, Cunningham Partners helped establish a long-term engagement approach that supported ongoing quarry operations, enhanced stakeholder confidence and reinforced the organisation’s commitment to meaningful community engagement.

Hanson White Rock Quarry reflects Cunningham Partners’ ability to work alongside industry in highly regulated environments, delivering stakeholder engagement strategies that support business operations, regulatory processes and long-term community relationships.

Project Type

  • Mining & Resources
  • Environmental Projects
  • Community Infrastructure

North East Road and Torrens Valley Road safety upgrade

Cunningham Partners provided strategic stakeholder and community engagement services for the North East Road Safety Upgrades project, supporting the delivery of a major transport infrastructure and road safety initiative through the Adelaide Hills.

Throughout this multi-stage construction program, Cunningham Partners supported communication with residents, businesses, commuters, government agencies and key stakeholders, ensuring timely, accurate and accessible information was available as construction activities progressed. Particular emphasis was placed on maintaining community awareness, managing stakeholder expectations and supporting access for local businesses and road users.

Through proactive stakeholder engagement and practical project support, Cunningham Partners helped maintain community confidence, support informed decision-making and minimise the impacts of construction wherever practical. This approach enabled the project team to balance infrastructure delivery with the expectations of the communities it served.

North East Road Safety Upgrades reflects Cunningham Partners’ experience in delivering stakeholder and community engagement across complex regional infrastructure projects, helping clients communicate with confidence while supporting successful project delivery.

Project Type

  • Highway Upgrades
  • Road Safety
  • Major Infrastructure Programs