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'Great multi-taskers and planners': women in construction building a new future

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As work on a $100m beach resort continues, the role of women in bringing it to fruition is being celebrated for today’s International Women’s Day.

Property developer Lorna Willis’ most recent project is the Buddina development Lowanna Beach Resort, which is being built with support from a large number of other women in property and construction.

Related story: WOW factor: huge beach resort construction begins

“The idea for Lowanna Beach Resort started with three women who had a vision to create homes with great design, adding significance and elegance, and surrounded by beautiful beaches and the benefits of urban amenities,” she said.

The founder of WOW Group and WOW Property Women, Ms Willis said she was thankful for the culture and attitude changes that have encouraged more women to seek out careers in the construction industry.

“Having pioneered in the building and construction industry for over 40 years I have experienced a lot of changes, one of which is the number of not just young women but women of all ages who have made a choice to start a trade or profession in the industry,” she said.

“Most women are great multi-taskers and planners, and their skills bring a nice balance across the board.

“It’s fantastic to see more and more female plumbers, carpenters, electricians, project managers, developers, construction managers and more on sites all across Australia.”

The women involved in the Lowanna Beach Resort construction project.

The Lowanna Beach Resort project is managed by One PM Group, which has two dynamic and experienced females at the helm.

Project manager Tamara Burow has worked in the construction industry for more than five years and said it was great to see roles for females expanding.

“We’re all working together to promote females in construction. Now that we have female developers leading the way, it’s an opening for all genders to grow together and combine our best qualities to create the best work,” she said.

Related story: Final units released as beach resort reaches milestone

Ms Willis gave thanks to the women who have paved the way to make these opportunities available.

“Hats off to all the women that have gone before us and those who set new precedents in all areas of the industry; to the leaders who are now mentors adding value to the women coming up through the ranks,” she said.

Now well into its construction phase, Lowanna Beach Resort is the region’s first beach resort in almost 15 years and will feature three residential towers, five commercial units and the first purpose-built laneway that connects foot traffic between the beach and Sandy Toes Lane urban centre.

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