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Lady Gowrie Gilbert Street Childcare

Project Overview

Following the unexpected closure of Latrobe’s only childcare centre, Lady Gowrie Tasmania moved quickly to establish a new early learning facility to support local families while their larger purpose built centre on Cotton Street progresses.

Falcon Building Group was engaged to transform an existing property on Gilbert Street into a functional childcare facility for the Latrobe community and delivered a full design, approvals and construction package, refurbishing the building to create a safe and welcoming environment for children, educators and families.

Scope of Work

The project involved the refurbishment and reconfiguration of an existing building to meet the operational and compliance requirements of a childcare facility.

Works included:

    • Internal reconfiguration to create learning and nursery spaces
    • Upgrades to amenities and staff facilities
    • New internal finishes and joinery
    • Safety and compliance improvements

Challenges & Key Outcomes

With the closure of Latrobe’s previous childcare service, timing was critical to ensure continuity of care for local families. Falcon Building Group worked closely with Lady Gowrie Tasmania to design and deliver a compliant childcare environment within a compressed program. Careful planning and coordination enabled the building to be adapted into practical learning spaces while meeting the required safety and operational standards.

Project Impact

The completed facility now provides a safe and functional early learning environment for the Latrobe community. By transforming an existing building within a tight timeframe, the project ensured local families continued to have access to essential childcare services while the new Cotton Street childcare centre progresses.

Planning a childcare centre? Get in touch with Falcon Building Group to discuss how we can support your next build.

✉️ sales@falconbuilding.com.au

📞(03) 6310 8282

Arthur Street Childcare Centre

Project Overview

Located in the fast growing township of Sorell, the new Arthur Street Childcare Centre provides a modern, purpose built early learning environment for local families. Falcon Building Group managed the design and construction of the single-storey facility, delivering a bright, functional, and engaging space designed to support the next generation of learners.

The project was completed in close collaboration with the client and consultants, achieving a high quality finish that balances playful design with durability and compliance — ready to welcome children for years to come.

Timelines & Expectations

Construction commenced in February 2025 and was completed October 2025. The program was carefully structured to meet regulatory and licensing milestones, with works sequenced around key approval dates and service connections to ensure the centre could open on schedule.

Scope Of Work

Falcon Building Group was engaged to deliver a new childcare facility complete with indoor learning spaces, staff amenities, and secure outdoor play areas.

Key elements included:

·       Purpose built activity rooms and sleep areas

·       Commercial kitchen and administration office

·       Outdoor play zones with shade structures and soft fall surfaces

·       On site car parking and landscaped surrounds

From the outset, the brief emphasized creating a warm, natural atmosphere that encouraged exploration while maintaining strong compliance with early learning standards.

Challenges & Key Outcomes

The Sorell site presented several technical and logistical challenges, including managing site gradients and integrating multiple service connections within a compact footprint. The Falcon Building Group team maintained clear communication with consultants and subcontractors to ensure design intent and buildability remained aligned throughout.

Early engagement with key partners also enabled efficient coordination of finishes, joinery and external works, ensuring the final outcome met both client expectation and regulatory benchmarks. The result is a welcoming childcare environment that feels safe, open, and connected to its surroundings.

Who Was Involved

Client: Arthur Street Early Learning

Construction Manager: Mark Hawksley

Architect: Jodie Mark from Templo Design

Engineer: Exceed Engineering

Landscaping: SLS Landscape Group

This delivery was supported by Falcon Building Groups skilled team and trusted trades, all contributing to a project that showcases our commitment to quality, communication and teamwork.

Project Impact

The new Arthur Street Childcare Centre provides much needed early learning capacity for families in Sorell and surrounding areas, supporting the region’s growing population and workforce. Beyond its educational purpose, the centre adds vibrancy to the local community, creating a safe, nurturing and inspiring environment for children to learn and play every day.

Planning a commercial project? Get in touch with the falcon team to discuss how we can support your next build.

✉️ sales@falconbuilding.com.au

📞(03) 6310 8282

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