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Essential Energy | 3D Flythrough for Training Academy Visualisation

3D Walkabout created a detailed 3D flythrough of Essential Energy’s Training Academy, showcasing key zones and equipment to support training, planning, and stakeholder presentations.

The Client

Essential Energy is one of Australia’s largest electricity distribution networks, supplying power to regional, rural, and remote communities across New South Wales. With a strong focus on safety, reliability, and workforce capability, they invest in training and future-ready infrastructure to support the long-term resilience of the energy network.

The Challenge

The challenge for Essential Energy Training Academy wasn’t just achieving visual realism; it was ensuring technical accuracy across multiple specialised spaces designed for hands-on electrical training. Key areas such as the workshops, Mini-Grid space, innovation zones, training rooms, and shared facilities each had different functional requirements. Many of these spaces needed to include specific equipment, control systems, and electrical infrastructure, which required careful interpretation of technical briefs, drawings, and reference materials.

At the same time, parts of the scope were still being refined. Decisions about what to include in each workshop, the level of detail required for the Mini-Grid and innovation areas, and which supporting spaces were needed all had to be clarified before production could be locked in. The challenge was to define a clear and accurate visual scope, balance realism with efficiency, and ensure the final flythrough would serve as a practical tool for training, communication, and stakeholder engagement for Essential Energy.

Our Solution

We worked closely with the Essential Energy team to lock down the scope early before production began. By breaking the Training Academy into clearly defined zones, workshops, Mini-Grid, innovation areas, training rooms, and shared spaces, we ensured every part of the flythrough had a clear purpose and level of detail aligned with how the facility would be used in practice. Detailed discussions and confirmations around equipment, layouts, and inclusions allowed us to accurately represent technical assets such as control panels, electrical components, generators, and substation-style infrastructure, without over- or under-representing the space.

This was especially critical for the Mini-Grid and Innovation areas, where realism directly supported training outcomes. Using the approved architectural drawings and briefs, our team built a coordinated 3D model of the entire facility and developed a smooth, easy-to-follow flythrough that clearly communicates spatial flow, functionality, and intent. This structured approach reduced rework, kept timelines on track, and delivered a flythrough that supports internal planning, stakeholder review, and future training use.

Confirmed the scope per zone (Workshops, Mini-Grid, Innovation, training rooms, shared areas) before modelling began

Built the Training Academy in 3D using the approved drawings and briefs to keep everything consistent

Prioritised accuracy in the Mini-Grid and Innovation areas to avoid misrepresenting electrical infrastructure

Produced a smooth flythrough that shows spatial flow, functionality, and how the facility will operate

Clarified what equipment needed to appear in each space, including key technical assets for training use

Reduced rework by locking inclusions early, helping keep delivery efficient and on track

Project Team

JACK FLYNN

3D SCANNING OPERATOR (WA) - ‘MATTERJACK’
FACT FILE: Jack is our Perth-based 3D Scanning Operator at 3D Walkabout, bringing creativity, motivation, and a strong eye for detail to every project. With a background and passion in photography, videography, and the outdoors, he combines technical skill with a creative mindset to deliver high-quality visual results. Jack is known for his excellent time management, communication, and client relations skills, ensuring each scanning project runs smoothly from start to finish. With a solid understanding of editing software and post-production practices, he approaches his work with both precision and artistry.
EXPERTISE 8/10
CREATIVITY 8/10
TECH SKILLS 7/10
ARTISTIC FLAIR 9/10
LEADERSHIP 7/10

DANIEL GETEJANC

HEAD OF DEVELOPMENT - ‘DANDROID’
FACT FILE: Daniel is an experienced Senior Developer proficient in designing, developing, and maintaining applications for the Web, Mobile and beyond. He has a demonstrated ability to write clean and efficient code, implement user interfaces, integrate backend services, and optimise performance and functionality. Skilled in utilising programming languages, software development frameworks, and platform-specific APIs to create seamless and user-friendly experiences for web app users. Daniel is capable of managing all aspects of full-stack development, from intuitive user interfaces to robust server-side functionality.
EXPERTISE 9/10
CREATIVITY 7/10
TECH SKILLS 10/10
ARTISTIC FLAIR 7/10
LEADERSHIP 7/10

Tim Brickle

FOUNDER & CEO - ‘THE BOSS’
FACT FILE: Tim is the Founder & CEO of 3D Walkabout and a graduate of the University of Manchester. He has over 25 years in the tech and media industry and has founded, funded, and successfully exited several technology businesses. In 2017, he launched 3D Walkabout with a vision to help small and medium-sized businesses harness the power of VR to transform customer engagement. Today, the company delivers cutting-edge solutions to clients across Australia, with 20+ team members based in almost every state. Tim is based in Margaret River, WA, where he lives, works & plays. When he’s not in front of a computer he’s chasing big waves on his foil & wing!
EXPERTISE 9/10
CREATIVITY 8/10
TECH SKILLS 8/10
ARTISTIC FLAIR 8/10
LEADERSHIP 10/10

BLAIR HARRIS

3D SCANNING OPERATOR (SA) - ‘BLAIRFLIGHT’
FACT FILE: Blair is a seasoned video production professional with over a decade of experience in the field. More recently specializing in 3D animation and immersive visual content, Blair has honed particular expertise in Matterport 360° virtual tour scanning. During Blair’s time at C3X, he led numerous Matterport scans—capturing spaces with precision, integrating virtual walkthroughs, and producing immersive visual assets for clients. For the past six months, Blair has brought this expertise to 3DWalkabout, where he continues to push the boundaries of virtual environment creation.
EXPERTISE 8/10
CREATIVITY 9/10
TECH SKILLS 7/10
ARTISTIC FLAIR 9/10
LEADERSHIP 7/10

Client Testimonial

Katie Maccoll, Essential EnergyKatie Maccoll, Essential EnergyKatie Maccoll, Essential Energy

3D Walkabout were great to work with on our Training Academy flythrough. The team took the time to clearly understand each space, from the workshops and Mini-Grid to the innovation and training areas, and asked the right questions early to lock in scope and technical detail. Communication was clear throughout, and the process felt structured and collaborative, giving us confidence that the final flythrough would accurately reflect how the facility will be used in practice

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