Projects In Focus

Each month, CycleWise Projects sits down with project professionals to talk about success, failure and opportunity for growth.

E03 | Achieving Excellence in a Changing Environment: The Mandurah Ocean Marina

Guest: Chris Carman | Host: Reece Dempster

In this Third episode, we explore excellence in the Delivery Phase of one of Western Australia’s most internationally awarded projects, The Mandurah Ocean Marina. Reece is joined by Chris to identify the actions and behaviours that led to securing so many awards! This episode explores how the simple actions, executed deliberately, performed collaboratively and with competent professionals, can lead to excellent outcomes.

What you’ll learn:

  • Key activities to focus on as project professionals to champion excellence.
  • The role of stakeholder management during the delivery process.
  • Changing mid-project can be the right thing to do.
 

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Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for informational purposes only. Views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of CycleWise Project Services or any other entity. This episode does not constitute professional advice.

E02 | To Plan or not to Plan should never be a question:
The Perth Arena

Guest: Richard Hughes | Host: Reece Dempster

In our second episode, we dive into the Planning Phase of one of Western Australia’s best facilities, The Perth Arena. Reece sits down with Richard to explore how the question to plan or not to plan was even raised and critical elements that need to be considered in the planning phase.

What you’ll learn:

  • How project planning is essential and needs to be allowed the necessary time to avoid failure. 
  • The role of Benefits in supporting planning progress.
  • Lessons from changing requirements throughout the planning phase.
 

Reference materials:

Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for informational purposes only. Views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of CycleWise Project Services or any other entity. This episode does not constitute professional advice.

E01 | Laying the Foundations: Initiating Fiona Stanley Hospital

Guest: Brad Carey | Host: Reece Dempster

In this premiere episode, we dive into the Initiation Phase of one of Western Australia’s most significant infrastructure projects, the Fiona Stanley Hospital. Reece Dempster sits down with Brad Carey to explore the early decisions, challenges, and strategic thinking that shaped the foundation of this landmark development.

What you’ll learn:

  • How project initiation sets the tone for long-term success
  • The role of stakeholder alignment and vision clarity
  • Lessons from the early planning that still resonate today

Reference materials:

Disclaimer:
The content shared in this episode is for informational purposes only. Views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of CycleWise Project Services or any other entity. This episode does not constitute professional advice.