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4. Extras
- Rate in your state–
- Concrete volume–
- Ready-mix only (supply)–
- State price index–
GST incl. A guide, not a quote: thickness, steel, access, soil and finish change the final price.
Typical cost of this job in each state
| NSW | $6,308 |
|---|---|
| VIC | $5,792 |
| QLD | $5,500 |
| WA | $5,792 |
| SA | $5,060 |
| TAS | $4,988 |
| NT | $5,500 |
| ACT | $6,012 |
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- Typical–
New concrete: installed price per m² (national)
- Plain concrete slab$75–$150 per m²
- Concrete path / footpath$75–$160 per m²
- Concrete patio / entertaining area$80–$180 per m²
- Coloured concrete$95–$200 per m²
- Exposed aggregate$120–$200 per m²
- Stamped / stencilled$120–$200 per m²
- New slab poured + mechanical polish$160–$260 per m²
Existing concrete: polish, resurface or remove (per m²)
- Polish an existing slab$60–$170 per m²
- Spray-on resurfacing$50–$80 per m²
- Old concrete removal incl. disposal$30–$100 per m²
Typical whole jobs
- Plain driveway, about 40 m²$2,600–$6,000 total
- Exposed aggregate driveway, about 40 m²$4,800–$9,000 total
- Shed slab, about 20 m²$1,500–$3,500 total
- Pump or barrowing when the truck can't reach (medium job)$300–$800 extra
Prices by state and territory
| State | Capital | "From" price /m² | Index | Plain /m² | Exposed aggregate /m² |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New South Wales | Sydney | $86 | ×1.15 | $86–$172 | $138–$229 |
| Victoria | Melbourne | $79 | ×1.05 | $79–$158 | $126–$211 |
| Queensland | Brisbane | $75 | ×1.00 | $75–$150 | $120–$200 |
| Western Australia | Perth | $79 | ×1.05 | $79–$158 | $126–$211 |
| South Australia | Adelaide | $69 | ×0.92 | $69–$138 | $110–$184 |
| Tasmania | Hobart | $68 | ×0.91 | $68–$136 | $109–$181 |
| Northern Territory | Darwin | $75 | ×1.00 | $75–$150 | $120–$200 |
| Australian Capital Territory | Canberra | $82 | ×1.09 | $82–$164 | $131–$219 |
The index is each capital city's plain-slab "from" price divided by the national "from" price ($75/m²), from whatsthedamage.com.au (October 2026). Every national price is multiplied by it. Regional and remote towns often cost more than the capital.
National price table, October 2026
| Job | Range | Typical | Unit | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plain concrete slab | $75–$150 | $110 | per m² | whatsthedamage.com.au |
| Coloured concrete | $95–$200 | $140 | per m² | whatsthedamage.com.au |
| Exposed aggregate | $120–$200 | $160 | per m² | whatsthedamage.com.au |
| Stamped / stencilled | $120–$200 | $155 | per m² | whatsthedamage.com.au |
| Polish an existing slab | $60–$170 | $110 | per m² | whatsthedamage.com.au |
| New slab poured + mechanical polish | $160–$260 | $210 | per m² | whatsthedamage.com.au |
| Spray-on resurfacing | $50–$80 | $65 | per m² | whatsthedamage.com.au |
| Concrete path / footpath | $75–$160 | $110 | per m² | whatsthedamage.com.au |
| Concrete patio / entertaining area | $80–$180 | $125 | per m² | whatsthedamage.com.au |
| Old concrete removal incl. disposal | $30–$100 | $60 | per m² | whatsthedamage.com.au |
| Ready-mix 25 MPa, delivered (supply only) | $300–$480 | $380 | per m³ | whatsthedamage.com.au |
| Plain driveway, about 40 m² | $2,600–$6,000 | $4,500 | total | whatsthedamage.com.au |
| Exposed aggregate driveway, about 40 m² | $4,800–$9,000 | $6,500 | total | whatsthedamage.com.au |
| Shed slab, about 20 m² | $1,500–$3,500 | $2,200 | total | whatsthedamage.com.au |
| Pump or barrowing when the truck can't reach (medium job) | $300–$800 | – | extra | whatsthedamage.com.au |
| Concrete sleeper retaining wall (Sydney) | $345–$690 | – | per lm | whatsthedamage.com.au |
| Timber sleeper retaining wall (Sydney) | $230–$520 | – | per lm | whatsthedamage.com.au |
Source: whatsthedamage.com.au, Concreting cost Australia 2026 (verified October 2026); whatsthedamage.com.au, Concreting cost Sydney 2026; whatsthedamage.com.au, Retaining wall cost Sydney 2026. Prices include GST.
Prices businesses publish on their own websites
| Business | Price | Quote |
|---|---|---|
| A1 Concreters Newcastle NSW | $65–$100 / square metre | Concrete driveway costs in Newcastle typically range from $65-$100 per square metre for standard plain concrete, $85-$130 for exposed aggreg |
| A1 Concreters Townsville QLD | $150 / square metre | For example, stamped concrete driveways can cost upwards of $150 per square metre |
| A1 Concreters Townsville QLD | $200–$300 / cubic metre | Expect to pay anything from $200 to $300 per cubic metre for concrete |
| Brown Dog Concrete QLD | $50–$70 / hr | $50 - $70/hr |
| CJR Concrete Pumping Services NSW | $7 / m3 | $7.00 per m3 pumped + GST |
| CJR Concrete Pumping Services NSW | $170 / hour | $170.00 per hour (min 4 hours) + GST |
| CJR Concrete Pumping Services NSW | $190 / hour | $190.00 per hour (min 4 hours) + GST |
| CJR Concrete Pumping Services NSW | $240 / hour | 2 men $240.00 per hour + 1 hour travel $240.00 |
| CJR Concrete Pumping Services NSW | $170 / hour | 1 man $170.00 per hour + 1 hour travel $170.00 |
| CJR Concrete Pumping Services NSW | $290 / hour | 2 men $290.00 per hour + 1 hour travel $290.00 |
| Central City Concrete Pty Ltd NSW | $80–$120 / m² | A standard exposed aggregate driveway typically ranges from $80–$120/m² |
| Concrete Exposed Aggregate Perth WA | $100 / square metre | The price of an exposed concrete driveway in Perth is usually between $90 and $100 per square metre, depending on how big the driveway needs |
| Custom Concrete Finishes NSW | $45–$90 / sqm | Prices can range from $45.00 to $90.00 per sqm |
| Exposed Concrete – WA WA | $130–$150 / square metre | Exposed aggregate projects on average cost between $130 to $150 per square metre (+GST) including sealing and mesh |
| Exposed Concrete – WA WA | $190–$210 / square metre | Around pools, honed concrete typically sits between $190 to $210 per square metre (+GST) including sealing and mesh, depending on the aggreg |
| Exposed Concrete – WA (South) WA | $130–$150 / square metre | Exposed aggregate projects on average cost between $130 to $150 per square metre (+GST) including sealing and mesh |
| Exposed Concrete – WA (South) WA | $190–$210 / square metre | Around pools, honed concrete typically sits between $190 to $210 per square metre (+GST) including sealing and mesh, depending on the aggreg |
| HCP Concrete Pumping SA | $200 / hour | Hourly Rate: $200 per hour |
| Handmade Concreting WA | $100–$150 / m² | Exposed Aggregate: $100 – $150 per m² |
| Handmade Concreting WA | $120–$160 / m² | Honed Concrete: $120 – $160 per m² |
| Hardcrete Concreters Gold Coast QLD | $80 / m2 | The cost of concrete patios in Queensland varies, but typically, you can anticipate around $80 per m2 for projects exceeding 100 m2 |
| Je Concreting Sydney NSW | $7 / cubic metre | Metres Pumped: $7 per cubic metre |
| Je Concreting Sydney NSW | $177 / hour | Hourly Rate: $177 per hour (minimum) |
| Je Concreting Sydney NSW | $200 / hour | Hourly Rate: $200 per hour (minimum) |
| Master Concrete Repair Perth WA | $65–$150 / square metre | On average, a standard concrete driveway in Perth can range from $65 to $150 per square metre, depending on the complexity of the design and |
| Opal SA Construction SA | $75 / m² | from $75/m² |
| Opal SA Construction SA | $140 / m² | from $140/m² |
| Opal SA Construction SA | $95 / m² | from $95/m² |
| Opal SA Construction SA | $75–$95 / m² | $75–$95 / m² |
| Opal SA Construction SA | $95–$120 / m² | $95–$120 / m² |
| Opal SA Construction SA | $140–$200 / m² | $140–$200 / m² |
| Townsville Concreting Solutions QLD | $75 / square meter | The average price for patio installation is approximately $75 per square meter |
| Warner Brook Concreting WA | $70–$100 / square meter | Ranging from $70 – $100 per square meter |
Copied from each business's website in October 2026; they may have changed.
How the calculator works
- Area = length × width (or the area you enter). Volume = area × thickness, and we suggest ordering about 10% extra.
- Installed price = area × the national price range for that job × your state's index. Removal of old concrete and pump access are added if ticked.
- Ready-mix supply = volume + 10% × the delivered price of 25 MPa concrete ($300–$480 per m³ nationally) × the index. It's only the concrete, without labour.
- Installed prices assume a standard residential slab of about 100 mm. Thicker slabs, extra steel, poor access or reactive soil cost more.
The old version of this page used fixed 2025 rates per city with no source. They have been replaced by sourced October 2026 figures.
Hiring a concreter: licences
Concreting for homes is licensed building work in most states. In NSW a contractor licence from NSW Fair Trading is needed for residential work over $5,000 (labour and materials, incl. GST); in Queensland a QBCC licence is needed for work over $3,300; in Victoria, domestic building work over $10,000 must be done by a registered builder (Building and Plumbing Commission). Check the licence number on the regulator's public register before paying a deposit.
- NSW: NSW Fair Trading – check a licence
- VIC: Building and Plumbing Commission – find a practitioner
- QLD: QBCC – licence search
- WA: Building and Energy (DEMIRS)
- SA: Consumer and Business Services SA
- TAS: Consumer, Building and Occupational Services
- NT: Building Practitioners Board NT
- ACT: Access Canberra – construction licences
Concrete prices: common questions
How much does concrete cost per m² in Australia?
Installed plain concrete costs about $75–$150 per m² nationally (typical $110), GST incl. Sydney is the dearest capital (from $86/m²) and Hobart the cheapest (from $68/m²).
How much is concrete per cubic metre?
Delivered 25 MPa ready-mix costs about $300–$480 per m³ (supply only, typical $380). Short loads, special mixes and remote delivery cost more.
How much does a 40 m² concrete driveway cost?
About $2,600–$6,000 for plain concrete and $4,800–$9,000 for exposed aggregate (national, October 2026).
How much concrete do I need for a slab?
Multiply length × width × thickness in metres. A 6 m × 4 m slab at 100 mm is 2.4 m³; order about 10% extra (2.6–2.7 m³).
How do I know if a concreting quote is fair?
Divide the total by the area to get the price per m² and compare it with the usual range for the same job in your state – the quote checker does it for you. A very low price often means something is left out (base, steel, pump, removal or GST).
Are these prices a quote?
No. They're estimates from public cost guides to help you budget and compare. Get at least two written, itemised quotes.
Cost guides
- Exposed aggregate concrete$120–$200 per m²
- Concrete driveways$75–$150/m², finishes and thickness
- Polished concrete floors$60–$170/m² existing, $160–$260 new
- Concrete resurfacing$50–$80 per m²
- Garden edging & kerbingprofiles, how it's laid and cost
- Driveway crossoverscouncil permit, specification and cost (2026)
- Concrete sealing & waterproofingtypes of sealer, slip resistance and resealing
- House slabswaffle pod, raft and AS 2870