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Fencing Project Checklist: How to Plan and Build a New Fence in Australia

Fencing projects come with boundary disputes, council rules, neighbour obligations, and material decisions. This checklist walks you through every step.

Know Your Rights and Boundaries

Before doing anything, confirm your property boundary. For any dividing fence dispute, the Dividing Fences Act governs the process — equal cost sharing.

Pro tip: Get a licensed surveyor to mark your boundaries if there's any dispute.

Choosing Your Material

  • 1 Colorbond steel: Australian standard, low maintenance, 20–25 year life
  • 2 Timber paling: classic look, needs annual oiling
  • 3 Aluminium slat: modern, low maintenance, excellent for coastal areas
  • 4 Brick/rendered: premium, lasts indefinitely

The Build Process

  • 1 Dial Before You Dig (1100) — mandatory before any post holes
  • 2 Remove existing fence
  • 3 Set posts in concrete — minimum 24–48 hours to cure
  • 4 Install rails, then infill panels
  • 5 Install gate with self-closing hinges

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