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The development has already generated interest from the private sector. Shortlisted parties are preparing detailed proposals to finance, deliver and operate infrastructure with construction expected to start next year.
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For Urquhart, the vision is not only for the university to be a global leader in learning, teaching and research, but also to become one of Perth鈥檚 key thriving urban communities.
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