I) Project Overview: Tasker Park, Canterbury NSW
Right on schedule ahead of the end-of-year holiday period, our team successfully completed a geotechnical assessment at Tasker Park, 15 Phillips Avenue, Canterbury NSW, for one of our long-standing and valued clients, Civille, a respected design and engineering firm.
This project forms a critical early stage of a proposed pedestrian footbridge connecting Tasker Park to Charles Street across the Cooks River. Once delivered, the bridge will significantly improve pedestrian accessibility, safety, and community connectivity in the Canterbury area.
We are proud to contribute geotechnotechnical expertise to infrastructure projects that deliver real social and environmental benefits to local communities across Sydney.
II) Scope of Works: Geotechnical Investigation for Bridge Design
To support the proposed footbridge design, our geotechnical team carried out a targeted site investigation designed to provide reliable subsurface data for structural, environmental, and construction planning purposes.
Borehole Drilling and Field Investigation
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Two boreholes drilled to 6.0 metres depth
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Drilling completed using a 4×4 truck-mounted geotechnical drilling rig
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Equipment selection allowed safe access and efficient operation within a public park environment
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Continuous soil sampling collected for laboratory testing
This approach ensured we captured representative soil profiles while minimising disruption to the surrounding parkland and public space.
III) Laboratory Testing Undertaken
The recovered soil samples were submitted for laboratory testing to assess key engineering and environmental parameters, including:
1. Soil Aggressivity Testing
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Determines potential corrosion risks to concrete and steel
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Essential for durable foundation and bridge design
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Supports long-term asset performance and reduced maintenance costs
2. Waste Classification
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Assesses spoil material for compliant excavation, reuse, or disposal
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Ensures adherence to NSW EPA waste management guidelines
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Critical for environmentally responsible construction practices
3. Atterberg Limits Testing
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Identifies soil plasticity and behaviour under moisture variation
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Informs foundation design, earthworks, and stability assessments
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Particularly important for river-adjacent and flood-influenced sites
These tests collectively underpin safe, compliant, and cost-effective infrastructure delivery.
IV) Supporting Infrastructure That Benefits the Community
The geotechnical investigation at Tasker Park will directly support the design and construction of a new pedestrian footbridge over the Cooks River, delivering measurable public benefits including:
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Improved pedestrian and cyclist accessibility
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Reduced travel time between neighbourhoods
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Enhanced public safety
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Better access to public transport, parks, and local services
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Stronger community connection across Canterbury
Infrastructure of this nature relies on robust geotechnical data to ensure long-term performance, structural stability, and environmental compliance.
V) Expertise That Extends Beyond Bridges
While this project focused on a footbridge, the testing and methodologies applied are the same tools relied upon daily by:
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Builders and developers
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Civil and structural designers
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Local councils
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Road and pavement contractors
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Sports facility developers
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Brownfield redevelopment teams
Across Sydney and NSW, our geotechnical and environmental services support projects including subdivisions, roads, pavements, parks, and public infrastructure.
VI) Our Full Range of Geotechnical & Environmental Services
We provide comprehensive geotechnical and construction support services, including:
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Geotechnical site investigations
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Compaction testing
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Level 1 & Level 2 earthworks supervision
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Pavement design
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CBR testing
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Proof rolling
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Waste Classification
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Soil contamination assessments
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Environmental testing and reporting
All services are delivered with a strong focus on safety, compliance, accuracy, and practical outcomes.
VII) Acknowledgement: On-Site Expertise That Makes the Difference
Special thanks go to Mohammad Fahim Kader, one of our key Geotechnicians, for his consistent hands-on approach and professional dedication on site. High-quality geotechnical outcomes are built on experienced people, reliable processes, and attention to detail — all of which were clearly demonstrated on this project.
VIII) Need Geotechnical or Environmental Support?
If you require geotechnical or environmental services for your next project — from early feasibility through to construction and compliance — feel free to get in touch.
