GWH was founded with a genuine ambition: to empower and enable you to invest, own, live and work in the types of property you could only have imagined.
Our mission is to move you forward in business and life by proving it's possible to prosper in property.
We’re the local experts with more than 25 years of proud history building up residents, homeowners and business owners in our extensive neighbourhood.
In today's unpredictable world, we take time to understand the reality of what's happening in our region at a personal and professional level. By doing so, we uncover the best ways to support you in building wealth while optimising your lifestyle.
From owning an apartment in Newcastle’s tallest tower or completing your next retail store, to enabling you to grow your business in your own industrial space - we pride ourselves on making things possible.
With over $1 billion of completed projects and more than 350 happy clients, we look forward to continuing to build for life and moving people and businesses forward.
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Within a year of founding GWH, Grahame Chevalley and Hilton Grugeon AM completed their first industrial building in Thornton. Ten years and numerous major commercial and industrial projects later, we were the proud winners of the Master Builders Newcastle 2015 Excellence in Building Award. It was recognition of our passion for excellence, quality and the desire to build up and support our region's home and business owners.
Since 1995, we've completed a breadth of projects for an extensive number of local businesses as well as major Australian organisations operating in our Hunter region. From fire stations, business parks, hotels and shopping centres to bulky goods, warehouses, service stations and self-storage – every project was successfully delivered on budget and on time.
GWH's residential developments in prime locations continue to break new ground by ensuring homeowners and investors have access to affordable living without compromising on quality. With many more industrial, commercial and residential projects in the pipeline, we look forward to the next 20 years continuing to make property possible.
Discover more about our 25 year historyDuring his 30 years in the industry, Grahame has worked in every facet of building and construction, including Site Supervisor, Project Manager, Construction Manager and Managing Director. As a result, Grahame understands both contractors’ and owners’ perspectives, enabling him to deliver unsurpassed service and solutions to his clients.
Outside of GWH, Grahame is a passionate community supporter and contributor. He is heavily involved in volunteering for the NSW Rural Fire Service and many other community organisations and is committed to ensuring his companies are exemplary corporate citizens.
Using his 25 years of experience in property development and construction, Jonathan oversees every aspect of GWH's activities. These include maintaining relationships with property end users, identifying, acquiring and developing property to meet end-user specifications, managing procurement and construction activities, and financing of development projects via both debt and equity.
Jonathan is responsible for all major projects completed by GWH.
Outside of GWH, Hilton's broad business interests include ready-mixed concrete, quarrying, hardware, concrete masonry and pipes, irrigation, steel fabrication, plant hire, residential building, motor dealerships and travel.
We believe people are fundamentally good. We trust freely, giving everyone the chance to do the right thing by them and us.
We take the time to understand people’s needs, seeking ways to make more things possible for them.
With actions - not just words.
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Every community has an army of dedicated individuals, associations, schools, centres, charities and more who strive to support and help people every day. Whether we're raising funds, volunteering, offering our services or helping individuals achieve specific goals – we're proud to giveback to our community every way we can.
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We've been a successful part of the construction industry for more than 20 years, earning a strong reputation for WHSE&Q compliance. It is this reputation that ensures the continual growth and success of our company.
Site Rules govern all our sites, and we're always looking at safety initiatives and solutions to add an extra layer of protection. We're proud to be a Hunter Safety Awards Finalist for Most Innovative WHS Idea for our Fall Protection Panel Mesh initiative.
GWH is a member of the Master Builders Association and the Property Council of Australia.We're proud to retain panel membership among pre-qualified contractors for Public Works in New South Wales.
Our extensive work, health, safety, environment and quality management systems include:
From site selection, leasing and town planning to construction, handover and marketing, we make it possible to close more deals and enjoy success - with less stress.
Learn moreWe make it possible for you to own a bespoke industrial building or site that allows your business to grow.
Learn moreWhether you're a first home buyer, empty nester or astute investor, we make it possible for you to own a beautiful home that empowers you to live the lifestyle you love.
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