Category: People

20 Years Principal Sponsor of the Sydney Breast Cancer Foundation 

Proud Principal Sponsor of the Sydney Breast Cancer Foundation 2025 Rugby Long Lunch.  

Celebrating $420,000 raised which will fund: 

• A radiographer fellowship at Royal North Shore Hospital and Breast Screen NSW 

• Living room and SPY Phi Machine at Chris O’Brien Lifehouse 

• Mental health support program at The Mater, St George and Kempsey Hospital 

• SBCF Hardship Fund – financial assistance to breast cancer patients facing financial hardship 

RCC is proud to support the next generation of clinicians, surgeons and health advocates through two decades of partnership. 

An RCC initiative, and the first partnership of its kind with NAWIC NSW, this program donated books to 27 schools across regional NSW. 

Locally sourced through Collins Booksellers Tamworth, the books promote and celebrate women in construction. 

Congratulations to the NAWIC Regional Commitee and our own <Kyle Bosworth>. Each school received newsletters to spark classroom conversations about careers in the industry.   

We proudly support women in construction and the broader industry – because we know that diversity drives innovation, strengthens teams and enhances productivity. 

Image credit: Danielle Clyde-Smith, Principal – Rocky River Public School 

Proudly celebrating talent and leadership within RCC through industry program and committee appointments, and Award recognition.  

People are at the heart of all we do. We’re thrilled to celebrate our people and their exceptional contributions to the property and construction industry.  

• Jeremy Blakely, Project Engineer – finalist in the Master Builder Association’s Building Degree Graduate of the Year Award. 

• Bethany McCall, Bid Manager, accepted into <Property Council of Australia>’s 500 Women in Property program – sponsored by Kate Hannaford, General Manager – New Business and Marketing.  

• Kyle Bosworth, Estimating Manager, joins NAWIC NSW’s 2025 Regional Committee. 

Navigating Your Career with Confidence 

As a proud sponsor and active partner, last week we hosted a sold-out event – NAWIC NSW’s ‘Navigating Your Career with Confidence’ submissions workshop. 

Winner of the RCC 2024 NAWIC NSW Businesswoman of the Year Award, Sianne Bennett, was invited to share her inspiring career journey. Facilitated by Rebecca Bangura, we hosted over 65 participants in this lively forum on how to build a meaningful and rewarding career.  

Thanks to RCC’s New Business and Marketing team for hosting, led by Sam Morison, the event convenor. 

Building a brighter future in the spirit of reconciliation.  

Proudly standing with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities by supporting First Nations businesses and creating meaningful partnerships.  

This year, we’re marking NAIDOC Week with a Smoking Ceremony at the Westmead Integrated Mental Health Complex (IMHC) featuring guest speaker <Liam Harte>, CEO and Founder of Tika EQ from RCC’s Indigenous Advisory Partner.  

Our newly formed Indigenous Impact Plan (IIP) committee drives change through focused support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees, subcontractors and clients – building a brighter future in the spirit of reconciliation. 

Our RCC Culture Impact Award winners enjoyed a day at Sydney Zoo, including lunch in a private marquee and visits from baby koalas and reptiles. 

We’re proud of their contributions and commitment to leadership. Celebrating excellence inspires us all. 

Proudly advancing the industry by developing the pipeline of future leaders. 

“Thank you RCC – this award gives students the confidence to believe in their success. Thank you for recognising our potential and helping shape our future.” 

Vanessa Riley, Chief People Officer, celebrated the recipient of <Western Sydney University>’s Richard Crookes Constructions 2025 Award, Dimitrios Tsalikis last week.  

Congratulations Dimitrios – we’re delighted to support your professional development and recognise your academic excellence. 

Proud finalist for the Inspiring Workplace 2025 Award – Australasia, recognising exceptional workplace cultures. 

Our culture is built on a commitment to diversity, ensuring a safe and inclusive environment. Through our Future Culture Program (FCP), we educate and upskill employees encouraging behaviours that promote collaboration and a positive work environment, so we deliver projects in accordance with our values. 

Proudly supporting the Sydney Breast Cancer Foundation and Emily Chancellor, Training Coordinator and NSW Waratahs Women athlete in the Rugby for Good Round. 

Limited-edition pink jerseys were auctioned post-match, raising over $11,300 for the Sydney Breast Cancer Foundation.  

“These special jerseys not only raise awareness…all proceeds support one of the many vital initiatives of the Sydney Breast Cancer Foundation,” said Lynne Crookes OAM, Chair Sydney Breast Cancer Foundation. 

“The next generation of leaders are here, now,” Ashley Barnes, Design Manager.  

Ashley joined fellow panellists Jacklyn Wickham, Rory Waddell, Imandee Jayawardena, Shameem Bhatti, Jane Curran and moderator Jua Cilliers at NAWIC NSW’s International Women’s Day Great Debate.   

The riveting dialogue reaffirmed the importance accelerating equality progress in the construction sector. “When women see a path forward, they take it.” Jacklyn Wickham.  

Congratulations, Ashley. We’re proud of you.