
For a small nation at the edge of the world — New Zealand is holding its own.
Yes, we’ve got our own challenges.
Yes, we do things differently.
But we are delivering seriously technical projects.
Read more wise words from Jimmy Corric…
WoodWorks Issue – 23 Jun 2026
Welcome
Greetings from your WoodWorks team. Large-span industrial buildings are typically dominated by structural steel. Project Big Span explores whether hybrid timber–steel structural systems could provide a practical, lower-carbon and cost-competitive alternative.
For a small nation at the edge of the world — New Zealand is holding its own.
Hess Timber and the Warren & Mahoney team worked closely together to deliver the new Adelaide Aquatic Centre. This project highlights how large-scale timber construction is reshaping aquatic design through performance, efficiency, and strong architectural impact.
Pacific Koro is a landmark mixed‑use development in Suva, Fiji comprising of two six‑storey commercial buildings with retail, food and beverage, office and hospitality use.
One for the project managers and engineers: “Understanding tolerances in prefabricated timber construction.


Project Big Span

New Zealand’s holding it’s own

Adelaide Aquatic Centre sets a new benchmark in timber design

Enovate delivers structural design for Pacific Koro

