Brisbane knows the impact of flooding all too well. From widespread river events to localised flash floods, the city has seen how rising water can upend daily life, damage homes, and strain vital infrastructure. For many residents, flood risk is not just a possibility but a recurring reality during storm season.
While large-scale flood mitigation often makes headlines, long-term protection also depends on targeted works already underway across the city. Civil contractors like ROBAR are helping strengthen Brisbane’s stormwater systems and reduce the impacts of heavy rainfall on homes, businesses, and essential infrastructure.
With experience delivering drainage infrastructure across Queensland and beyond, the team at ROBAR is working to be part of the solution. Through practical and well-executed civil works, we help build resilience into the places people live and work.
Supporting Flood Resilience Where It Counts
In a city shaped by waterways and rapid growth, flood resilience depends on infrastructure that can keep up with changing conditions. Many older suburbs face increasing pressure from runoff, while new developments require robust systems built to meet future demands.
ROBAR has delivered a number of drainage and stormwater projects in the Brisbane region designed to meet these challenges. At the Costco Bundamba retail precinct, we installed 4.9 kilometres of stormwater pipework, including gross pollutant traps and road crossings, to manage runoff across a large commercial footprint. These upgrades play a key role in protecting the surrounding community and road network from flooding during heavy rain.
At the JUHI Refuelling Depot project within Brisbane Airport, ROBAR constructed reinforced concrete bund walls, impermeable compounds, and site drainage systems as part of a tank installation project. These works help manage surface water and reduce environmental risk in a high-sensitivity location.
Each of these projects reflects the core principle behind flood-resilient infrastructure: protect what matters most by planning for what is likely to come.
ROBAR’s Role on the Ground
ROBAR provides end-to-end delivery of stormwater and drainage infrastructure, including pit and pipe installation, bulk excavation, formwork, traffic management, and compliant reinstatement of pavements and footpaths.
We collaborate closely with clients, consultants, and stakeholders to keep projects running smoothly and minimise disruption to surrounding areas. Our crews are experienced in identifying potential issues early and adapting to real-world conditions. This approach helps ensure projects are completed efficiently and deliver lasting performance under pressure.
For us, practical delivery is key. Flood resilience is not about overengineering but about doing the fundamentals well—every time.
Infrastructure That Works When It Matters Most
Effective stormwater systems are essential to keeping communities safe. When properly designed and constructed, they reduce surface flooding, protect properties, and keep roads and walkways passable during storms.
The benefits extend beyond the assets themselves. Robust drainage reduces the burden on local councils and emergency services and gives residents greater peace of mind that their streets and infrastructure are prepared for the next major weather event.
ROBAR works every day to deliver this kind of practical, community-focused impact. When our projects support safer roads, drier properties, or more resilient precincts, we know the work has made a difference.
Brisbane Roots, Broader Reach
While our recent projects have contributed to Brisbane’s flood resilience, our capability extends across Queensland, New South Wales, and South Australia. We bring the same focus on quality and reliability to every job, no matter the location or scale.
If you are planning infrastructure works involving drainage, stormwater, or flood mitigation, we welcome the opportunity to work with you. Connect with the team at ROBAR to see how we can support your project and help protect the communities that depend on it.