Changelog

Every change to a rate, a labour build-up, a job model or a price index, in plain English, newest first. We never overwrite a number: a changed rate gets a new version and the old one is kept. Rate book rates-2026-10-30, published 2026-10-30.

Where the numbers stand

107 current rates: 2 at grade A, 0 at grade B, 63 at grade C, 42 at grade D. Grade D rates are estimated, not yet observed, and are labelled on every estimate.

  • Bathroom electrical, rough-in and fit-off: tested against 0 real quotes
  • Bathroom fixtures, supply and fit: tested against 0 real quotes
  • Bathroom plastering and ceiling: tested against 0 real quotes
  • Strip out a bathroom: tested against 0 real quotes
  • Waterproof a bathroom: tested against 0 real quotes
  • Merbau deck: tested against 0 real quotes
  • Concrete driveway: tested against 0 real quotes
  • Colorbond fence, 1800 mm high: tested against 0 real quotes
  • Timber paling fence: tested against 3 real quotes, median error 37%
  • Garden clean-up: tested against 0 real quotes
  • Green waste removal: tested against 0 real quotes
  • Clean gutters: tested against 0 real quotes
  • Replace gutters, Colorbond: tested against 0 real quotes
  • Mow a lawn: tested against 0 real quotes
  • Paint exterior weatherboards: tested against 0 real quotes
  • Paint interior walls: tested against 0 real quotes
  • Rubbish removal: tested against 0 real quotes
  • Tile a floor: tested against 0 real quotes
  • Tile walls: tested against 0 real quotes
  • Waterproof a wet area: tested against 0 real quotes

2026-10-30

  • Rubbish removal · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Rubbish removal" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 0.6 crew hours per m³, productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Green waste removal · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Green waste removal" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 0.5 crew hours per m³, productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Garden clean-up · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Garden clean-up" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 2 crew hours per m³, productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Waterproof a wet area · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Waterproof a wet area" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 3 crew hours per each, productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

2026-10-25

  • Old fence to the tip, per trailer load (Northern Territory) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Old fence to the tip, per trailer load" for NT at $50.91 ex GST per load (range $30.55 to $81.46), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Old fence to the tip, per trailer load (Tasmania) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Old fence to the tip, per trailer load" for TAS at $50.68 ex GST per load (range $17.55 to $81.09), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Old fence to the tip, per trailer load (Western Australia) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Old fence to the tip, per trailer load" for WA at $66.25 ex GST per load (range $26.50 to $106.00), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Old fence to the tip, per trailer load (Australian Capital Territory) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Old fence to the tip, per trailer load" for ACT at $48.64 ex GST per load (range $44.23 to $57.52), grade A, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Old fence to the tip, per trailer load (South Australia) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Old fence to the tip, per trailer load" for SA at $110.91 ex GST per load (range $110.91 to $130.00), grade B, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Old fence to the tip, per trailer load (New South Wales) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Old fence to the tip, per trailer load" for NSW at $100.00 ex GST per load (range $100.00 to $255.00), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Ladders and height safety (Australian Capital Territory) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Ladders and height safety" for ACT at $48.23 ex GST per each (range $41.82 to $54.64), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Edge protection or scaffold (Australian Capital Territory) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Edge protection or scaffold" for ACT at $147.27 ex GST per day (range $137.27 to $184.09), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Mobile scaffold hire (Australian Capital Territory) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Mobile scaffold hire" for ACT at $363.64 ex GST per week (range $315.45 to $400.00), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Ladders and height safety (Northern Territory) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Ladders and height safety" for NT at $50.05 ex GST per each (range $43.64 to $56.46), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Edge protection or scaffold (Northern Territory) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Edge protection or scaffold" for NT at $271.82 ex GST per day (range $195.45 to $339.77), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Mobile scaffold hire (Northern Territory) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Mobile scaffold hire" for NT at $271.82 ex GST per week (range $195.45 to $299.00), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Ladders and height safety (Western Australia) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Ladders and height safety" for WA at $51.86 ex GST per each (range $45.45 to $58.27), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Edge protection or scaffold (Western Australia) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Edge protection or scaffold" for WA at $131.82 ex GST per day (range $127.27 to $164.77), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Mobile scaffold hire (Western Australia) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Mobile scaffold hire" for WA at $245.45 ex GST per week (range $213.64 to $270.00), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Ladders and height safety (South Australia) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Ladders and height safety" for SA at $49.14 ex GST per each (range $42.73 to $55.55), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Edge protection or scaffold (South Australia) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Edge protection or scaffold" for SA at $154.55 ex GST per day (range $137.27 to $193.19), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Mobile scaffold hire (South Australia) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Mobile scaffold hire" for SA at $307.27 ex GST per week (range $273.64 to $338.00), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Ladders and height safety (Queensland) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Ladders and height safety" for QLD at $49.14 ex GST per each (range $42.73 to $55.55), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Edge protection or scaffold (Queensland) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Edge protection or scaffold" for QLD at $181.82 ex GST per day (range $154.55 to $227.27), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Mobile scaffold hire (Queensland) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Mobile scaffold hire" for QLD at $348.18 ex GST per week (range $298.18 to $383.00), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Ladders and height safety (New South Wales) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Ladders and height safety" for NSW at $48.23 ex GST per each (range $41.82 to $54.64), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Edge protection or scaffold (New South Wales) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Edge protection or scaffold" for NSW at $147.27 ex GST per day (range $137.27 to $184.09), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • Mobile scaffold hire (New South Wales) · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Mobile scaffold hire" for NSW at $363.64 ex GST per week (range $315.45 to $400.00), grade C, from a dated published price in that state. Not read by the engine until ADR 0004 phase S1.

  • abs-6427-house-inputs-factor-vs-melbourne · Price index · version 1 · new observation

    Added materials factors for B2B factored lookups: each capital's ABS house-construction input index divided by Melbourne's, June quarter 2026 (Sydney 0.9912, Brisbane 1.0241, Adelaide 0.9876, Perth 0.9470, Hobart 0.9700). A ratio of indexes on a common base measures relative movement since 2011-12, not the level difference; it is used only with a confidence downgrade and a label, and is cross-checked against Rawlinsons before use (ADR 0004).

  • abs-6427-house-inputs-hobart · Price index · version 1 · new observation

    Added the ABS 6427.0 Hobart house-construction input index (Table 18, series A2390651T): nine quarters from June 2024 to June 2026 (164.8 in June quarter 2026), base 2011-12 = 100.

  • abs-6427-house-inputs-perth · Price index · version 1 · new observation

    Added the ABS 6427.0 Perth house-construction input index (Table 18, series A2390606F): nine quarters from June 2024 to June 2026 (160.9 in June quarter 2026), base 2011-12 = 100.

  • abs-6427-house-inputs-adelaide · Price index · version 1 · new observation

    Added the ABS 6427.0 Adelaide house-construction input index (Table 18, series A2390561L): nine quarters from June 2024 to June 2026 (167.8 in June quarter 2026), base 2011-12 = 100.

  • abs-6427-house-inputs-brisbane · Price index · version 1 · new observation

    Added the ABS 6427.0 Brisbane house-construction input index (Table 18, series A2390507X): nine quarters from June 2024 to June 2026 (174.0 in June quarter 2026), base 2011-12 = 100.

  • abs-6427-house-inputs-melbourne · Price index · version 1 · new observation

    Added the ABS 6427.0 Melbourne house-construction input index (Table 18, series A2390462F): nine quarters from June 2024 to June 2026 (169.9 in June quarter 2026), base 2011-12 = 100.

  • abs-6427-house-inputs-sydney · Price index · version 1 · new observation

    Added the ABS 6427.0 Sydney house-construction input index (Table 18, series A2390417V): nine quarters from June 2024 to June 2026 (168.4 in June quarter 2026), base 2011-12 = 100.

  • Australian Capital Territory · State · version 1 · correction

    Added Australian Capital Territory: postcode ranges, ABS city, and the statutory on-costs (payroll tax, workers compensation, portable long service leave, landfill levy) from the state's own published sources, each graded. Consumer site not supported until the state passes the gate.

  • Northern Territory · State · version 1 · correction

    Added Northern Territory: postcode ranges, ABS city, and the statutory on-costs (payroll tax, workers compensation, portable long service leave, landfill levy) from the state's own published sources, each graded. Consumer site not supported until the state passes the gate.

  • Tasmania · State · version 1 · correction

    Added Tasmania: postcode ranges, ABS city, and the statutory on-costs (payroll tax, workers compensation, portable long service leave, landfill levy) from the state's own published sources, each graded. Consumer site not supported until the state passes the gate.

  • Western Australia · State · version 1 · correction

    Added Western Australia: postcode ranges, ABS city, and the statutory on-costs (payroll tax, workers compensation, portable long service leave, landfill levy) from the state's own published sources, each graded. Consumer site not supported until the state passes the gate.

  • South Australia · State · version 1 · correction

    Added South Australia: postcode ranges, ABS city, and the statutory on-costs (payroll tax, workers compensation, portable long service leave, landfill levy) from the state's own published sources, each graded. Consumer site not supported until the state passes the gate.

  • Queensland · State · version 1 · correction

    Added Queensland: postcode ranges, ABS city, and the statutory on-costs (payroll tax, workers compensation, portable long service leave, landfill levy) from the state's own published sources, each graded. Consumer site not supported until the state passes the gate.

  • Victoria · State · version 1 · correction

    Added Victoria: postcode ranges, ABS city, and the statutory on-costs from the state's own published sources, each graded. The launch state; the consumer site prices it.

  • New South Wales · State · version 1 · correction

    Added New South Wales: postcode ranges, ABS city, and the statutory on-costs (payroll tax, workers compensation, portable long service leave, landfill levy) from the state's own published sources, each graded. Consumer site not supported until the state passes the gate.

  • Concrete sundries · Rate · version 2 to 3 · correction

    Concrete sundries now include a curing compound, found online today with the maker's coverage. From $0.51 to $3.26 ex GST per m²; range $0.44 (water curing) to $4.70. Grade C.

  • Plumbing sundries · Rate · version 2 to 3 · correction

    Plumbing sundries for one bathroom now include a chrome floor grate, found online today. From $123.97 to $154.59 ex GST; range $109.55 to $201.11. Grade C.

  • Plastering sundries · Rate · version 2 to 3 · correction

    Plastering sundries for one bathroom now include cornice cement (half a 20 kg bag), found online today. From $52.00 to $81.55 ex GST; range $73.71 to $91.97. Grade C.

  • Gutter sundries · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Gutter sundries, now priced from dated observations. From $2.00 (estimated) to $2.10 ex GST per m; range $1.74 to $2.68. Grade D to C.

  • Ladders and height safety · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Ladder and height safety allowance, now priced from Kennards harness hire and a Bunnings roof anchor. From $25.00 (estimated) to $37.32 ex GST per job; range $30.91 to $43.73. Grade D to C. The ladder itself is an owned tool in overheads.

  • Edge protection or scaffold · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Scaffold for two-storey gutter work, now priced from Kennards Hire's published Melbourne day rate for a mobile tower. From $250.00 (estimated) to $182.73 ex GST per day; range $164.55 to $228.41. Grade D to C. Roof edge protection itself is not priced.

  • Mobile scaffold hire · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Mobile scaffold hire, now priced from Kennards Hire's published Melbourne rates. From $350.00 (estimated) to $355.45 ex GST per week; range $320.00 to $391.00. Grade D to C.

  • Spoil removal · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Spoil removal, now priced from Cleanaway's published Melbourne Regional Landfill gate fee (1 July 2026). From $70.00 (estimated) to $59.58 ex GST per m³ (clean fill at 1.6 t/m³); range $59.58 to $100.32. Grade D to C.

  • Concrete sundries · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Concrete sundries, now priced from dated observations for the expansion joints. From $4.00 (estimated) to $0.51 ex GST per m²; range $0.44 to $0.70. Grade D to C. Curing compound is not yet priced and is excluded.

  • Formwork · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Formwork, now priced from dated observations. From $3.00 (estimated) to $1.83 ex GST per m²; range $1.26 to $5.44. Grade D to C.

  • Reinforcing mesh SL72 · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Reinforcing mesh SL72 with bar chairs, now priced from a dated Melbourne trade-supplier web price. From $9.00 (estimated) to $9.31 ex GST per m²; range $8.94 to $13.12. Grade D to C; the sheet-size mapping on the page needs a phone confirmation.

  • Sundries: filler, sandpaper, tape, drop sheets, rollers · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Interior painting sundries, now priced from dated observations. From $1.20 (estimated) to $0.89 ex GST per m²; range $0.55 to $1.10. Grade D to C.

  • Exterior prep sundries · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Exterior prep sundries, now priced from dated observations. From $1.80 (estimated) to $1.24 ex GST per m²; range $0.93 to $1.57. Grade D to C.

  • Spot priming · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Exterior spot priming, now priced from a dated observation and the maker's coverage. From $2.20 (estimated) to $0.45 ex GST per m² of wall at 30% primed; range $0.23 to $1.01. Grade D to C.

  • Waterproofing sundries · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Waterproofing sundries, now priced from dated observations. From $6.00 (estimated) to $4.69 ex GST per m²; range $3.34 to $5.24. Grade D to C.

  • Tiling sundries · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Tiling sundries, now priced from dated observations. From $3.00 (estimated) to $5.15 ex GST per m²; range $3.04 to $5.96. Grade D to C.

  • Tile grout · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Tile grout, now priced from a dated observation and the maker's coverage table. From $2.50 (estimated) to $3.14 ex GST per m²; range $2.73 to $4.24. Grade D to C.

  • Plumbing sundries · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Plumbing sundries for one bathroom, now priced from dated observations. From $180.00 (estimated) to $123.97 ex GST; range $78.93 to $138.16. Grade D to C. Floor grate not yet priced.

  • Electrical sundries · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Electrical sundries for one bathroom, now priced from dated observations. From $120.00 (estimated) to $105.95 ex GST; range $78.98 to $139.80. Grade D to C.

  • Protection and sundries · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Strip-out protection and sundries, now priced from dated observations. From $60.00 (estimated) to $25.49 ex GST per bathroom; range $21.11 to $55.11. Grade D to C. Rubble bags not yet priced.

  • Plastering sundries · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Plastering sundries for one bathroom, now priced from dated observations. From $60.00 (estimated) to $52.00 ex GST; range $44.16 to $62.42. Grade D to C. Cornice cement is not yet priced and is excluded.

  • Subframe hardware · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Deck subframe hardware, now priced from dated observations. From $5.00 (estimated) to $11.46 ex GST per m²; range $6.16 (no joist tape) to $12.61. Grade D to C. Joist tape at retail is most of the rise.

  • Decking screws · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Decking screws, now priced from dated observations. From $6.00 (estimated) to $4.70 ex GST per m²; range $4.06 to $5.17. Grade D to C.

  • Fence nails and fixings · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Timber fence nails and fixings, now priced from dated observations. From $2.50 (estimated) to $2.14 ex GST per m; range $1.86 to $3.26. Grade D to C. Post caps dropped from the spec: not standard on a paling fence.

  • Fixings, caps and brackets · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Colorbond fence fixings, caps and brackets, now priced from dated observations. From $3.50 (estimated) to $2.26 ex GST per m; range $1.70 to $3.13. Grade D to C.

  • Rail bracket for steel post · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Rail bracket for steel post, now priced from a dated observation. From $2.50 (estimated) to $2.67 ex GST each including two screws; range $2.63 to $3.18. Grade D to C.

  • Treated pine paling, 2100 mm · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Treated pine paling, 2100 mm, now priced from a dated observation. From $2.19 (estimated) to $2.55 ex GST each; range $2.30 to $2.81. Grade D to C. The stocked product is 150 mm wide, so the fence model uses fewer palings per metre at this height.

  • Timber paling fence · Job model · version 2 to 3 · calibration

    Job model "Timber paling fence" version 3: on runs under 15 m the old fence goes to the tip by trailer (one 6 ft flat-tray load per 5 m, City of Monash fee) instead of a 4 m³ skip, decided by Wally 2026-10-25 after the 5 m quote (fence-2026-10-b) carried a full skip; and fences between 1.8 and 2.1 m use the stocked 150 mm paling at 6.8 per metre butted (8.9 lapped) instead of 8.2 (11.5) 125 mm palings. Productivity grade D.

  • Colorbond fence, 1800 mm high · Job model · version 1 to 2 · correction

    Job model "Colorbond fence, 1800 mm high" version 2: a once-per-job mobilisation line (as on the timber fence), and on runs under 15 m the old fence goes to the tip by trailer (one 6 ft flat-tray load per 5 m) instead of a 4 m³ skip. Decided by Wally 2026-10-25 after the first real fence quotes. Productivity grade D.

  • Old fence to the tip, per trailer load · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Old fence to the tip, per trailer load" at $113.64 ex GST per load (range $100.00 to $193.18), from the City of Monash 2026-27 fee schedule (6 ft flat-tray trailer, general waste, non-resident). Grade A. Used on fences under 15 m in place of a 4 m³ skip.

  • Timber paling fence · Job model · version 1 to 2 · calibration

    Job model "Timber paling fence" version 2: new inputs for height (1.2 to 2.7 m), treated pine or galvanised steel posts, and a plinth board, plus a once-per-job mobilisation line, so the first three real quotes can be priced like for like. Renamed from "Timber paling fence, 1800 mm high"; the id is unchanged. Productivity grade D. Tested against 3 real quotes (Melbourne, Sep–Oct 2026): the engine is above all three by 37–45%, median error 44%, mainly retail steel-post prices, a full skip on a 5 m job, and placeholder overheads and profit.

  • Mobilisation, per job · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Mobilisation, per job" for fencing at $220.00 per job (range $150.00 to $350.00): one hour of the two-person crew plus vehicle and loading. Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Treated pine paling, 2400 mm · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Treated pine paling, 2400 mm" at $2.51 each (range $2.07 to $2.76, 5% waste), scaled by length from the observed 1.8 m paling. Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Treated pine paling, 2100 mm · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Treated pine paling, 2100 mm" at $2.19 each (range $1.81 to $2.41, 5% waste), scaled by length from the observed 1.8 m paling. Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Treated pine plinth board 200 × 50 mm · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Treated pine plinth board 200 × 50 mm" at $8.50 per metre (range $7.03 to $8.50, 5% waste), Bunnings online, observed 2026-10-25. Grade C.

  • Rail bracket for steel post · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Rail bracket for steel post" at $2.50 each (range $1.50 to $4.00, 5% waste). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Galvanised steel post cap · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Galvanised steel post cap" at $8.64 each (range $7.77 to $9.50), Bunnings online, observed 2026-10-25. Grade C.

  • Galvanised steel post 90 × 90 mm, 4.0 m · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Galvanised steel post 90 × 90 mm, 4.0 m" at $154.23 each (range $138.80 to $169.65), Bunnings online retail, observed 2026-10-25. Grade C.

  • Galvanised steel fence post 90 × 90 mm, 3.0 m · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Galvanised steel fence post 90 × 90 mm, 3.0 m" at $127.73 each (range $114.95 to $140.50), Bunnings online retail, observed 2026-10-25. Grade C.

  • Galvanised steel fence post 75 × 75 mm, 2.4 m · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Galvanised steel fence post 75 × 75 mm, 2.4 m" at $89.91 each (range $80.92 to $98.90), Bunnings online retail, observed 2026-10-25. Grade C.

  • Treated pine post 100 × 100 mm, 3.6 m · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Treated pine post 100 × 100 mm, 3.6 m" at $30.00 each (range $30.00 to $43.64), from Bunnings online, observed 2026-10-25. Grade C. Used for timber fences over 1.8 m.

2026-10-24

  • Bathroom fixtures, supply and fit · Job model · version 1 to 2 · correction

    Job model "Bathroom fixtures, supply and fit" version 2: fitting the shower screen now adds 2 hours, because the screen is priced supply-only from a dated observation instead of supplied and fitted (estimated). Productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Old concrete removal · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Old concrete removal, now priced from a dated observation. From $45.00 (estimated) to $73.74 ex GST per tonne; range $60.33 to $87.50. Grade D to C. Cartage is no longer in this line.

  • Green waste disposal, per trailer load · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Green waste tip fee, trailer load, now priced from a dated observation. From $65.00 (estimated) to $90.91 ex GST per load; range $22.73 to $181.82. Grade D to A. Travel to the tip is no longer in this line.

  • Shower screen · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Shower screen, now priced from a dated observation. From $650.00 (estimated) to $326.36 ex GST each; range $217.27 to $940.00. Grade D to C. Supply only; the fixtures job model now adds two hours to fit it.

  • Basin mixer · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Basin mixer, now priced from a dated observation. From $110.00 (estimated) to $112.73 ex GST each; range $30.91 to $180.91. Grade D to C.

  • Decking oil · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Decking oil, now priced from a dated observation. From $4.00 (estimated) to $4.00 ex GST per m2; range $2.80 to $6.00. Grade D to C.

  • Gutter brackets and fixings · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Gutter brackets and fixings, now priced from a dated observation. From $4.00 (estimated) to $3.40 ex GST per m; range $3.26 to $3.90. Grade D to C.

  • Galvanised fence post 50 × 50, 2400 mm · Rate · version 2 to 3 · new observation

    Colorbond steel fence post, 2400 mm, now priced from a dated observation. From $24.00 (estimated) to $13.64 ex GST each; range $12.27 to $15.00. Grade D to C. Description corrected to the stocked product.

  • Colorbond fence rail, 2400 mm · Rate · version 2 to 3 · new observation

    Colorbond fence rail, 2350 mm, now priced from a dated observation. From $16.00 (estimated) to $13.64 ex GST each; range $12.27 to $15.00. Grade D to C. Description corrected to the stocked product.

  • Colorbond fence sheet, 1800 mm · Rate · version 2 to 3 · new observation

    Colorbond fence sheet, 1800 mm, now priced from a dated observation. From $38.00 (estimated) to $22.73 ex GST each; range $20.46 to $25.00. Grade D to C.

  • Bathroom renovation, standard · Job bundle · version 1 to 2 · correction

    Bathroom renovation bundle now includes the electrician and the plasterer, which most bathroom renovations need and the earlier version left out. Priced as seven jobs added together instead of five. The description now says what is and is not included, and the exclusions appear as questions to ask.

  • Bathroom plastering and ceiling · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Bathroom plastering and ceiling" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 8 crew hours per bathroom, productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Bathroom electrical, rough-in and fit-off · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Bathroom electrical, rough-in and fit-off" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 10 crew hours per bathroom, productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Plastering sundries · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Plastering sundries" at $60.00 ex GST per bathroom (range $35.00 to $100.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Plaster base coat, 20 kg · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Plaster base coat, 20 kg" at $48.09 ex GST per bag (range $44.07 to $80.82) from a dated Bunnings web price. Grade C.

  • Plaster cornice, 90 mm cove · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Plaster cornice, 90 mm cove" at $4.38 ex GST per m (range $3.92 to $8.45, 10% waste) from a dated Bunnings web price. Grade C.

  • Wet-area plasterboard, 10 mm · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Wet-area plasterboard, 10 mm" at $13.38 ex GST per m² (range $12.04 to $14.72, 15% waste) from a dated Bunnings web price. Grade C.

  • Electrical sundries · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Electrical sundries" at $120.00 ex GST per bathroom (range $70.00 to $200.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Power cable, 2.5 mm² twin and earth · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Power cable, 2.5 mm² twin and earth" at $1.97 ex GST per m (range $1.97 to $3.94, 10% waste) from a dated Bunnings web price. Grade C.

  • Double power point · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Double power point" at $9.39 ex GST each (range $4.92 to $29.56) from a dated Bunnings web price. Grade C.

  • LED downlight, 90 mm · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "LED downlight, 90 mm" at $12.23 ex GST each (range $7.23 to $32.64, 5% waste) from a dated Bunnings web price. Grade C.

  • Bathroom exhaust fan, ceiling · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Bathroom exhaust fan, ceiling" at $43.95 ex GST each (range $37.55 to $117.27) from a dated Bunnings web price. Grade C.

  • Profit margin · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Profit margin" for electrical at 15% (range 10% to 25%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Business overheads · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Business overheads" for electrical at 15% of direct cost (range 10% to 22%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Electrician, charge-out rate · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Electrician, charge-out rate". The hourly rate is built up from the award (electrician-vic-2026-07); market range $85.00 to $140.00 per hour is an internal estimate. Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Electrical worker grade 5 (licensed electrician) · Labour rate build-up · version 1 · correction

    Added the electrician build-up: MA000025 Electrical worker grade 5 (licensed electrician) $29.45 per hour from the 1 July 2026 award, plus $7.60 per hour in allowances (industry, licence, tool, travel time, start and finish on the job). Super 12%, leave and public holidays 20%. The charge-out rate stays a placeholder until five market observations.

  • 4 m³ skip bin, mixed waste · Rate · version 1 to 2 · correction

    Source corrected: this rate ("4 m³ skip bin, mixed waste") was never observed from a supplier. It now cites "Internal estimate, not yet observed". The figure is unchanged and stays a placeholder (grade D).

  • Galvanised fence post 50 × 50, 2400 mm · Rate · version 1 to 2 · correction

    Source corrected: this rate ("Galvanised fence post 50 × 50, 2400 mm") was never observed from a supplier. It now cites "Internal estimate, not yet observed". The figure is unchanged and stays a placeholder (grade D).

  • Colorbond fence rail, 2400 mm · Rate · version 1 to 2 · correction

    Source corrected: this rate ("Colorbond fence rail, 2400 mm") was never observed from a supplier. It now cites "Internal estimate, not yet observed". The figure is unchanged and stays a placeholder (grade D).

  • Colorbond fence sheet, 1800 mm · Rate · version 1 to 2 · correction

    Source corrected: this rate ("Colorbond fence sheet, 1800 mm") was never observed from a supplier. It now cites "Internal estimate, not yet observed". The figure is unchanged and stays a placeholder (grade D).

  • Tile walls · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Tile walls" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 1 crew hours per m², productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Tile a floor · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Tile a floor" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 0.9 crew hours per m², productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Paint exterior weatherboards · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Paint exterior weatherboards" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 0.25 crew hours per m², productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Replace gutters, Colorbond · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Replace gutters, Colorbond" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 0.2 crew hours per m, productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Clean gutters · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Clean gutters" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 0.06 crew hours per m, productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Timber paling fence · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Timber paling fence, 1800 mm high" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 0.35 crew hours per m, productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Concrete driveway · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Concrete driveway" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 0.22 crew hours per m², productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Merbau deck · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Merbau deck" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 0.8 crew hours per m², productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Waterproof a bathroom · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Waterproof a bathroom" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 0.35 crew hours per m², productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Strip out a bathroom · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Strip out a bathroom" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 8 crew hours per item, productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Bathroom fixtures, supply and fit · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Bathroom fixtures, supply and fit" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 14 crew hours per item, productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Plumbing and mechanical services tradesperson Level 1 · Labour rate build-up · version 1 · correction

    Award rate for Plumbing and mechanical services tradesperson Level 1 checked against the 1 July 2026 Fair Work pay guide: $29.45 per hour, plus $1.09 per hour in allowances. Super 12%, leave and public holidays 17%. The charge-out rate stays a placeholder until five market observations.

  • CW2 (concrete finisher) · Labour rate build-up · version 1 · correction

    Award rate for CW2 (concrete finisher) checked against the 1 July 2026 Fair Work pay guide: $28.62 per hour, plus $4.36 per hour in allowances. Super 12%, leave and public holidays 20%. The charge-out rate stays a placeholder until five market observations.

  • CW3 tradesperson (tilelayer) · Labour rate build-up · version 1 · correction

    Award rate for CW3 tradesperson (tilelayer) checked against the 1 July 2026 Fair Work pay guide: $29.45 per hour, plus $5.44 per hour in allowances. Super 12%, leave and public holidays 20%. The charge-out rate stays a placeholder until five market observations.

  • CW3 tradesperson (carpenter) · Labour rate build-up · version 1 · correction

    Award rate for CW3 tradesperson (carpenter) checked against the 1 July 2026 Fair Work pay guide: $29.45 per hour, plus $5.44 per hour in allowances. Super 12%, leave and public holidays 20%. The charge-out rate stays a placeholder until five market observations.

  • Mobile scaffold hire · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Mobile scaffold hire" at $350.00 per week (range $250.00 to $550.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Spot priming · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Spot priming" at $2.20 per m² (range $1.50 to $3.50). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Exterior prep sundries · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Exterior prep sundries" at $1.80 per m² (range $1.20 to $3.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Exterior low-sheen acrylic, 10 L · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Exterior low-sheen acrylic, 10 L" at $223.64 per item (range $223.64 to $270.00, 5% waste). Grade C, observed 2026-10-24.

  • Fence nails and fixings · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Fence nails and fixings" at $2.50 per m (range $1.50 to $4.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Treated pine fence capping, 5.4 m · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Treated pine fence capping, 5.4 m" at $37.78 per item (range $34.00 to $45.34, 5% waste). Grade C, observed 2026-10-24.

  • Treated pine fence rail, 5.4 m · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Treated pine fence rail, 5.4 m" at $14.32 per item (range $14.32 to $20.90, 5% waste). Grade C, observed 2026-10-24.

  • Treated pine paling, 1800 mm · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Treated pine paling, 1800 mm" at $1.88 per item (range $1.55 to $1.88, 5% waste). Grade C, observed 2026-10-24.

  • Edge protection or scaffold · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Edge protection or scaffold" at $250.00 per day (range $150.00 to $400.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Ladders and height safety · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Ladders and height safety" at $25.00 per item (range $10.00 to $50.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Old gutter removal · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Old gutter removal" at $60.00 per item (range $30.00 to $120.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Downpipe, 90 mm, 3 m · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Downpipe, 90 mm, 3 m" at $38.00 per item (range $28.00 to $55.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Gutter sundries · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Gutter sundries" at $2.00 per m (range $1.00 to $3.50). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Gutter brackets and fixings · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Gutter brackets and fixings" at $4.00 per m (range $2.50 to $6.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Colorbond quad gutter, 115 mm · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Colorbond quad gutter, 115 mm" at $14.27 per m (range $7.82 to $14.28, 10% waste). Grade C, observed 2026-10-24.

  • Old concrete removal · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Old concrete removal" at $45.00 per t (range $30.00 to $80.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Spoil removal · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Spoil removal" at $70.00 per m³ (range $45.00 to $110.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Excavator or skid steer with operator · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Excavator or skid steer with operator" at $650.00 per day (range $480.00 to $900.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Concrete pump · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Concrete pump" at $650.00 per item (range $450.00 to $950.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Exposed aggregate finish · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Exposed aggregate finish" at $12.00 per m² (range $8.00 to $20.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Concrete sundries · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Concrete sundries" at $4.00 per m² (range $2.50 to $6.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Formwork · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Formwork" at $3.00 per m² (range $2.00 to $5.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Reinforcing mesh SL72 · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Reinforcing mesh SL72" at $9.00 per m² (range $7.00 to $23.01). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Crushed rock base · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Crushed rock base" at $45.00 per t (range $35.00 to $65.00, 10% waste). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Ready-mix concrete, 25 MPa · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Ready-mix concrete, 25 MPa" at $300.00 per m³ (range $250.00 to $380.00, 5% waste). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Plumbing sundries · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Plumbing sundries" at $180.00 per item (range $100.00 to $300.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Shower screen · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Shower screen" at $650.00 per item (range $380.00 to $1300.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Basin mixer · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Basin mixer" at $110.00 per item (range $60.00 to $250.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Shower mixer · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Shower mixer" at $44.52 per item (range $28.18 to $80.91). Grade C, observed 2026-10-24.

  • Shower rail set · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Shower rail set" at $103.64 per item (range $53.64 to $159.09). Grade C, observed 2026-10-24.

  • Vanity, 750 mm, with top · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Vanity, 750 mm, with top" at $886.36 per item (range $326.36 to $1493.77). Grade C, observed 2026-10-24.

  • Toilet suite · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Toilet suite" at $255.11 per item (range $171.82 to $503.64). Grade C, observed 2026-10-24.

  • Protection and sundries · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Protection and sundries" at $60.00 per item (range $30.00 to $120.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Waterproofing sundries · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Waterproofing sundries" at $6.00 per m² (range $4.00 to $9.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Waterproofing membrane, 15 L · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Waterproofing membrane, 15 L" at $213.24 per item (range $196.25 to $238.78, 5% waste). Grade C, observed 2026-10-24.

  • Old tile removal and disposal · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Old tile removal and disposal" at $8.00 per m² (range $5.00 to $14.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Tiling sundries · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Tiling sundries" at $3.00 per m² (range $2.00 to $5.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Tile grout · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Tile grout" at $2.50 per m² (range $1.50 to $4.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Tile adhesive, 20 kg · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Tile adhesive, 20 kg" at $34.31 per item (range $20.82 to $43.40, 5% waste). Grade C, observed 2026-10-24.

  • Ceramic or porcelain tiles · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Ceramic or porcelain tiles" at $25.27 per m² (range $18.18 to $43.87, 10% waste). Grade C, observed 2026-10-24.

  • Decking oil · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Decking oil" at $4.00 per m² (range $2.50 to $6.50). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Subframe hardware · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Subframe hardware" at $5.00 per m² (range $3.00 to $8.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Decking screws · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Decking screws" at $6.00 per m² (range $4.00 to $9.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Treated pine post 100 × 100 mm, 2.4 m · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Treated pine post 100 × 100 mm, 2.4 m" at $20.00 per item (range $20.00 to $29.09, 2% waste). Grade C, observed 2026-10-24.

  • Treated pine framing 90 × 45 mm H3 · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Treated pine framing 90 × 45 mm H3" at $7.01 per m (range $6.31 to $8.41, 10% waste). Grade C, observed 2026-10-24.

  • Merbau decking, 140 × 19 mm · Rate · version 1 · new observation

    Added "Merbau decking, 140 × 19 mm" at $9.05 per m (range $8.14 to $10.86, 10% waste). Grade C, observed 2026-10-24.

  • Profit margin · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added profit margin for general at 12% (range 8% to 20%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed); to be replaced by the tradie survey.

  • Business overheads · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added business overheads for general at 10% (range 6% to 16%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed); to be replaced by the tradie survey.

  • Profit margin · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added profit margin for roofing at 15% (range 10% to 25%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed); to be replaced by the tradie survey.

  • Business overheads · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added business overheads for roofing at 12% (range 8% to 18%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed); to be replaced by the tradie survey.

  • Profit margin · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added profit margin for plumbing at 15% (range 10% to 25%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed); to be replaced by the tradie survey.

  • Business overheads · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added business overheads for plumbing at 14% (range 10% to 20%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed); to be replaced by the tradie survey.

  • Profit margin · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added profit margin for concreting at 15% (range 10% to 25%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed); to be replaced by the tradie survey.

  • Business overheads · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added business overheads for concreting at 12% (range 8% to 18%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed); to be replaced by the tradie survey.

  • Profit margin · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added profit margin for tiling at 15% (range 10% to 25%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed); to be replaced by the tradie survey.

  • Business overheads · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added business overheads for tiling at 10% (range 7% to 16%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed); to be replaced by the tradie survey.

  • Profit margin · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added profit margin for carpentry at 15% (range 10% to 25%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed); to be replaced by the tradie survey.

  • Business overheads · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added business overheads for carpentry at 12% (range 8% to 18%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed); to be replaced by the tradie survey.

  • Plumber, charge-out rate · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Plumber, charge-out rate". The hourly rate is built up from the award (plumber-vic-2026-07); market range $90.00 to $150.00 per hour is an internal estimate. Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Concreter, charge-out rate · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Concreter, charge-out rate". The hourly rate is built up from the award (concreter-vic-2026-07); market range $65.00 to $110.00 per hour is an internal estimate. Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Tiler, charge-out rate · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Tiler, charge-out rate". The hourly rate is built up from the award (tiler-vic-2026-07); market range $65.00 to $120.00 per hour is an internal estimate. Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Carpenter, charge-out rate · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Carpenter, charge-out rate". The hourly rate is built up from the award (carpenter-vic-2026-07); market range $75.00 to $125.00 per hour is an internal estimate. Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Post-hole auger hire · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Post-hole digger hire now priced from a published hire rate. Down from $140.00 (estimated) to $100.00 ex GST per 24 hours. The range around it is still an estimate. Grade D to C.

  • Interior low-sheen acrylic, 10 L · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Interior low-sheen paint, 10 L, now priced from a dated observation. Up from $165.00 (estimated) to $217.27 ex GST per tin; range $217.27 to $273.64. Grade D to C.

  • Rapid-set concrete, 20 kg bag · Rate · version 1 to 2 · new observation

    Rapid-set concrete, 20 kg bag, now priced from a dated observation. Up from $9.50 (estimated) to $12.93 ex GST per bag; range $8.07 to $13.13. Grade D to C.

  • abs-6427-house-inputs-6caps · Price index · version 1 · new observation

    Added the ABS 6427.0 house construction input price index (six capitals) for escalating stale material prices: 2025-Q2 161.7, 2026-Q1 164.3, 2026-Q2 167.8.

  • Paint interior walls · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Paint interior walls" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 0.18 crew hours per m², productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Mow a lawn · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Mow a lawn" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 0.006 crew hours per m², productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Colorbond fence, 1800 mm high · Job model · version 1 · correction

    Job model "Colorbond fence, 1800 mm high" (version 1) entered in the public changelog: 0.35 crew hours per m, productivity grade D, tested against 0 real quotes.

  • Level 2 gardener · Labour rate build-up · version 1 to 2 · correction

    Award rate for Level 2 gardener checked against the 1 July 2026 Fair Work pay guide: $27.08 per hour, plus $0.00 per hour in allowances. Super 12%, leave and public holidays 17%. The charge-out rate stays a placeholder until five market observations.

  • CW3 tradesperson (painter) · Labour rate build-up · version 1 to 2 · correction

    Award rate for CW3 tradesperson (painter) checked against the 1 July 2026 Fair Work pay guide: $29.45 per hour, plus $4.62 per hour in allowances. Super 12%, leave and public holidays 20%. The charge-out rate stays a placeholder until five market observations.

  • CW1 labourer (level a) · Labour rate build-up · version 1 to 2 · correction

    Award rate for CW1 labourer (level a) checked against the 1 July 2026 Fair Work pay guide: $26.67 per hour, plus $4.36 per hour in allowances. Super 12%, leave and public holidays 20%. The charge-out rate stays a placeholder until five market observations.

  • CW3 tradesperson (fencer, carpenter group for tool allowance) · Labour rate build-up · version 1 to 2 · correction

    Award rate for CW3 tradesperson (fencer, carpenter group for tool allowance) checked against the 1 July 2026 Fair Work pay guide: $29.45 per hour, plus $5.44 per hour in allowances. Super 12%, leave and public holidays 20%. The charge-out rate stays a placeholder until five market observations.

  • Profit margin · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added profit margin for landscaping at 12% (range 8% to 20%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed); to be replaced by the tradie survey.

  • Business overheads · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added business overheads for landscaping at 10% (range 6% to 15%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed); to be replaced by the tradie survey.

  • Profit margin · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added profit margin for painting at 15% (range 10% to 25%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed); to be replaced by the tradie survey.

  • Business overheads · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added business overheads for painting at 10% (range 7% to 16%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed); to be replaced by the tradie survey.

  • Profit margin · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added profit margin for fencing at 15% (range 10% to 25%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed); to be replaced by the tradie survey.

  • Business overheads · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added business overheads for fencing at 12% (range 8% to 18%). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed); to be replaced by the tradie survey.

  • Sundries: filler, sandpaper, tape, drop sheets, rollers · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Sundries: filler, sandpaper, tape, drop sheets, rollers" at $1.20 per m² (range $0.80 to $1.80). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Interior low-sheen acrylic, 10 L · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Interior low-sheen acrylic, 10 L" at $165.00 per item (range $120.00 to $210.00, 5% waste). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Green waste disposal, per trailer load · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Green waste disposal, per trailer load" at $65.00 per load (range $45.00 to $95.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • 4 m³ skip bin, mixed waste · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "4 m³ skip bin, mixed waste" at $420.00 per item (range $350.00 to $520.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Push mower, whipper snipper and blower, running cost · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Push mower, whipper snipper and blower, running cost" at $6.00 per hour (range $4.00 to $10.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Ride-on mower, running cost · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Ride-on mower, running cost" at $18.00 per hour (range $12.00 to $28.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Post-hole auger hire · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Post-hole auger hire" at $140.00 per day (range $120.00 to $180.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Gardener, charge-out rate · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Gardener, charge-out rate". The hourly rate is built up from the award (gardener-vic-2026-07); market range $50.00 to $95.00 per hour is an internal estimate. Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Painter, charge-out rate · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Painter, charge-out rate". The hourly rate is built up from the award (painter-vic-2026-07); market range $65.00 to $115.00 per hour is an internal estimate. Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Labourer, charge-out rate · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Labourer, charge-out rate". The hourly rate is built up from the award (labourer-vic-2026-07); market range $55.00 to $95.00 per hour is an internal estimate. Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Fencer, charge-out rate · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Fencer, charge-out rate". The hourly rate is built up from the award (fencer-vic-2026-07); market range $75.00 to $125.00 per hour is an internal estimate. Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Fixings, caps and brackets · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Fixings, caps and brackets" at $3.50 per m (range $2.50 to $5.00). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Rapid-set concrete, 20 kg bag · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Rapid-set concrete, 20 kg bag" at $9.50 per item (range $8.50 to $11.00, 5% waste). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Galvanised fence post 50 × 50, 2400 mm · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Galvanised fence post 50 × 50, 2400 mm" at $24.00 per item (range $20.00 to $29.00, 2% waste). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Colorbond fence rail, 2400 mm · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Colorbond fence rail, 2400 mm" at $16.00 per item (range $13.50 to $19.00, 5% waste). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

  • Colorbond fence sheet, 1800 mm · Rate · version 1 · correction

    Added "Colorbond fence sheet, 1800 mm" at $38.00 per item (range $34.00 to $44.00, 5% waste). Placeholder (grade D, estimated, not yet observed).

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