Diversity, Equality & Inclusion

We’re proud to be taking part in National Reconciliation Week, continuing our commitment to respect, inclusion, and understanding.⁠ ⁠ Across the week, we’re joining meaningful sessions and workshops to deepen our awareness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and histories. We’re also opening space for honest conversations about reconciliation and how we can build stronger connections with Indigenous communities.⁠ ⁠ These moments of reflection and learning help us shape a workplace that truly values diversity — where respect and inclusion aren’t just words, but lived values.⁠ ⁠ Together, we move forward with respect, learning, and unity.

Connecting with Community at the KARI Aboriginal Education & Employment Expo⁠ ⁠ We’re proud of the career pathways we offer so it was a real success to connect with so many young people ready to take their next steps.⁠ ⁠ The event brought together organisations passionate about supporting Indigenous employment and education, and it was great to see familiar faces as well as meet like-minded businesses and future talent.⁠ ⁠ Representing TDG, Tyrone Dargan and Annette Stuccio welcomed over 50 students to our stand, sharing opportunities, stories, and a genuine excitement about what’s possible.

In January, we held an intensive 2-day off-site training program at Caroline Springs, Melbourne, with 19 account managers from NZ, SA, VIC, NSW, and QLD. ⁠ ⁠ The focus? Enhancing skills to better serve our customers working on critical infrastructure programs across Australia and NZ. From tackling complex problems to improving communication of solutions, our team sharpened their ability to create real value for clients. ⁠ ⁠ A big thank you to the Australian Institute of Management @aimcomau for facilitating the training and helping us cultivate a growth mindset that will continue to benefit our clients moving forward.

Thanks to our amazing TDG community, we collected 782 children’s books for the Aboriginal Literacy Foundation—their largest one-time donation ever!⁠ ⁠ Special thanks to ORIX for providing a van, and to Chris Feil & Halina Lojko, who delivered the books to founder Dr. Anthony Cree and his team in Ballarat. The books are now being sorted and will soon reach young readers, including those in remote NT communities.⁠ ⁠ Helping to improve literacy is just one way we’re supporting regional Indigenous communities in Australia, and we’re proud to support such an important cause!

We’re proud to celebrate International Women’s Day, a time to reflect on the collective action needed to achieve gender parity. Let’s come together to contribute to positive change for women everywhere.⁠ ⁠ To learn more about International Women’s Day and how you can get involved, visit: internationalwomensday.com

We were thrilled to sponsor the Grand Final winners of the 2024 First Nations Indigenous Football Cup! Initiated by Keifer Dotti from our Sydney Water division, we were honoured to receive a signed jersey and traditional spears from Keifer, his dad, manager, and coach at the end of last year.⁠ ⁠ Regardless of the result, we’re proud to support Indigenous communities and be part of such a meaningful experience with the Wynnum Wolves! @wynnumwolvesfc

Meet Ngaire, our Employee of the Month! In a traditionally male-dominated industry, she’s breaking barriers and inspiring inclusion every day.⁠ ⁠ Growing up surrounded by diggers and trucks, Ngaire would sit with her brothers who were operators and always knew she wanted to be part of the action. Now, at TDG, she drives trucks, operates diggers, and enjoys connecting with people across New Zealand.⁠ ⁠ She shares her journey to motivate others of all ages to explore opportunities in non-traditional fields.⁠ ⁠ This International Women’s Day, let’s celebrate Ngaire and all the incredible women who inspire inclusion and pave the way for a more diverse workforce and world.

Congratulations, Miriama! We’re proud to celebrate Miriama Tareguci on achieving her New Zealand Certificate in Infrastructure Works (Level 4 – Single Site Supervision)! This certification is a significant milestone, recognising her expertise in project management and construction site operations.⁠ ⁠ Miriama’s journey with Hydrotech began in 2017 as a CCTV Offsider. Her dedication and drive saw her step into a CCTV Operator role before relocating to Wellington in 2021. Seeking growth, she embraced new challenges, earning a promotion to Site Engineer—a role that paved the way for her latest achievement.⁠ ⁠ Balancing work and study is no small feat, but with determination and strong mentorship at TDG, Miriama excelled in her certification. She’s now setting her sights even higher, currently working as a CCTV Data Reviewer while pursuing a Diploma in Civil Engineering.⁠ ⁠ Join us in celebrating Miriama’s success—we can’t wait to see what’s next for her!

On this Anzac Day, we pause to remember and honour the brave men and women who served our country with courage and sacrifice. Their unwavering dedication to protecting our freedoms and home will never be forgotten. Lest we forget.