At an Antarctic research station, fire is one of the most serious risks to life and infrastructure. Extreme isolation, dry conditions, limited water resources and critical infrastructure make fire protection a very different engineering challenge. Last week, we followed the water infrastructure at the Amundsen Scott South Pole Station and finished with a dedicated pressurised water tank supplying the station's automatic sprinkler system. That tank is part of a much bigger sto

Last week, we explored how the Amundsen Scott South Pole Station operates without public utilities. One question naturally followed... Where does the water come from? Most of us don't think twice about turning on a tap. At the South Pole, every litre of water has to be created. There are no rivers, lakes or underground aquifers. Instead, engineers melt compacted Antarctic snow deep below the surface to create an underground water reservoir known as a Rodwell. Rather than cont

After a short break, we're bringing back This Month in Engineering, where we explore the projects, innovations and engineering milestones that continue to shape the built environment. This time, we're heading to the South Pole. Most of us don't think twice about turning on a tap, flicking a light switch or flushing a toilet. At the Amundsen-Scott South Pole Station, none of those things happen without carefully engineered systems working behind the scenes. There is no electri

As Vertical Transportation consultants, staying connected with manufacturers and understanding the latest solutions available in the market plays an important role in delivering practical and well coordinated building designs. The session provided valuable insights into KLEEMANN’s approach to customised lift solutions, engineering flexibility and their capability to support projects with unique design and operational requirements. The discussion covered a range of topics incl

Goldfish & Bay is proud to continue our ongoing relationship with LEVEL 33 through our involvement in Gallery, currently under construction at 35 Flinders Street. Comprising 213 residences across four buildings, Gallery brings together contemporary apartment living, landscaped spaces and shared amenities designed around community and connection. Our team is delivering Hydraulic, Wet Fire and Dry Fire Engineering services, working closely with Level 33 and the broader project

The biggest challenge with EV charging often isn’t the charger. It’s everything behind it. Our team welcomed Schneider Electric to Goldfish & Bay for a technical Lunch & Learn session exploring eMobility solutions and the role building infrastructure plays in supporting the transition to electric vehicles. As EV adoption continues to increase, developers, building owners and design teams are facing a new challenge: How do we support increasing charging demand without overwhel