Tuggerah, April 2026
North Construction & Building Pty Ltd (North) is celebrating 40 years in business by reflecting on four decades of award-winning expertise as a trusted leader in the construction industry.
Established in 1986 by Michael and Merle North, the company has since grown into a 100 per cent employee-owned business committed to building with trust in regional communities.
Today, North operates from its head office in the Mariner’s Centre of Excellence building in Tuggerah, and from offices across Newcastle, Orange, Tamworth and Brisbane, delivering high-quality projects in the commercial, education, health and infrastructure sectors.
Reflecting on the milestone, Matthew Cook, Executive Chairman, said, “Reaching 40 years is a significant milestone that speaks to the trust and stability we’ve built with our clients, subcontractor partners and communities.”
“Our history is about the relationships we’ve fostered since 1986, and we plan to continue this into our future.”
John Melvin, Chief Executive Officer, added, “Forty years in this industry requires more than just technical skill; it requires strong relationships with our delivery partners.”
“Whether we’re building a Koala Sanctuary in Port Stephens or an iconic recently completed library in Gosford or a childcare centre in Brisbane, our relationship-focused approach always aims to deliver excellence with our partners.”
“We’ve grown beyond our base on the Central Coast and are excited to continue to build on our legacy of trust, as a trusted regional builder in NSW and QLD and continue to support the communities where we live and work”.
Coinciding with North’s anniversary is its recent industry recognition at the 2025 Master Builders Association Awards in both the Newcastle and Western regions. A standout achievement was the Apprentice of the Year award, which marked the tenth time a North apprentice has earned this prestigious title, demonstrating the company’s commitment to the future of the industry.
“As an employee-owned business, our people have always been our greatest strength,” said Nicole Redmond, Head of People, Culture and Corporate Services.
“Reaching 40 years is a proud moment for the entire North family, and there’s no better way to celebrate than by seeing our commitment to excellence reflected in the next generation.”
“By investing in our apprentice and cadet programs and building a culture of trust and respect, we’re actively building the future of the construction industry.”
North is hosting subcontractor and project partner events throughout the year, as well as a 40th Anniversary Gala Event at Crowne Plaza Terrigal Pacific in November.
