Perth’s new landmark Boorloo Bridge lights up, celebrating connection, culture, and community for pedestrians and cyclists.
Seymour Whyte delivers its first project in Western Australia
Seymour Whyte proudly marks its entry into Western Australia with the successful delivery of the Boorloo Bridge—an iconic new landmark that combines engineering excellence, cultural significance, and community connection.
Boorloo Bridge consists of two cable-stayed bridges including McCallum Park Bridge, a three-span 240-metre-long bridge linking McCallum Park to Heirisson Island, and Point Fraser Bridge, a multi-span 210-metre-long bridge linking Heirisson Island to Point Fraser.
Strategic diversification into WA
The Boorloo Bridge represents a key milestone in Seymour Whyte’s strategic expansion into Western Australia. As part of our national diversification strategy, this project showcases our ability to deliver innovative infrastructure solutions across Australia while strengthening relationships with new clients, stakeholders, and communities.
Seymour Whyte’s Alliance Leadership Team representative Will MacDonald said the Boorloo Bridge marks a significant step for the company in Western Australia.
“It’s an honour to deliver a project that blends engineering ingenuity with cultural and community significance, setting a strong foundation for our future in WA,” Mr. MacDonald said.
Seymour Whyte leadership visit the bridge: Senior Project Engineer Mathieu Lemoine, VINCI Construction Executive Vice President Oceania and Chile, Paul-Gilles Parodi, Chief Operating Officer Steve Lambert, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer John Kirkwood, and Northern Region General Manager Will Macdonald (from left to right).
Collaboration delivers cultural and engineering excellence
Delivered as part of the Causeway Link Alliance—comprising of Seymour Whyte, Civmec, WSP Australia, and Main Roads WA—the Boorloo Bridge spans the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River), connecting Victoria Park, Matagarup (Heirisson Island), and Point Fraser.
Boorloo Bridge opening with Member for Victoria Park Hannah Beazley, Member for Perth Patrick Gorman, WA Deputy Premier Rita Saffioti, WA Premier Roger Cook, Member for Swan Zaneta Mascarenhas, and Seymour Whyte Senior Project Engineer Mathieu Lemoine (far right).
This cable-stayed bridge enhances safety and connectivity for over 3,000 daily pedestrians and cyclists while celebrating the Whadjuk Noongar culture.
Named Boorloo, the Noongar word for Perth, the project demonstrates Seymour Whyte’s commitment to respectful engagement with Traditional Owners and embedding cultural significance into the design.
Award-winning delivery
The project has already been recognised with the prestigious Planning with Country award at the Planning Institute of Australia (WA) Awards, acknowledging the team’s dedication to co-designing with the Whadjuk Noongar people to reflect their connection to Country.
Boorloo Bridge Senior Project Engineer Mathieu Lemoine (second from left) with members of the Causeway Link Alliance team at the Planning Institute of Australia (PIA) (WA) Awards event with the ‘Planning with Country’ Award.
The bridge design is a testament to the Noongar culture and history, incorporating koylie (boomerang) and wanna (digging stick)-inspired pylons.
It includes co-designed public art by leading and emerging Noongar artists, a corroboree space, and interpretive signage, providing a living connection to the stories and traditions passed down through generations.
It was also decided to limit the bridge to three piers to minimise spiritual disturbance to the Derbarl Yerrigan (Swan River), demonstrating an extraordinary balance between cultural integrity and construction needs.
Matagarup Elders group visit Boorloo Bridge
The Boorloo Bridge exemplifies Seymour Whyte’s expertise in delivering complex, innovative infrastructure:
- Engineering ingenuity: Two cable-stayed bridges combine lightweight steel design with advanced wind and pedestrian load analysis to ensure comfort and structural strength.
- Sustainable outcomes: Nearly 100,000 new trees, plants, and shrubs revitalise the surrounding area.
- Dynamic lighting design: State-of-the-art LED lighting transforms the bridge into a living artwork, capable of displaying moving images and becoming a visual centrepiece for Perth’s skyline.
Stretching around 50 metres tall, and wrapped in 17,000 LED lights, this bridge will be an iconic structure in Perth’s city skyline for decades to come.
Building a strong future in WA
The Boorloo Bridge is just the beginning of Seymour Whyte’s journey in Western Australia. This project showcases our ability to deliver world-class infrastructure while building meaningful connections with clients, communities, and stakeholders.
“Seymour Whyte is honoured to have delivered an iconic landmark for the people of Perth, our first project in Western Australia,” Mr. MacDonald said.
“We extend our gratitude to our alliance partners, client, subcontractors, suppliers, project stakeholders, and the community for their unwavering dedication and support.”
