Written by a working fencing crew
Fencing, explained by people who build it
Types, rules, etiquette, costs-drivers and maintenance, for anyone in Australia putting up a fence or arguing about one. We have built fences around Newcastle since 2004; this is the site where we write down what we know.
Latest guides
Best Fencing Materials for Coastal and High-Salt Environments
Salt air destroys fencing fast. Which materials and hardware last near the ocean, the corrosion zones that decide the spec, and the mistakes to avoid.
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Temporary Fencing Compliance for Construction Sites in NSW
What the law and AS 4687 require of temporary fencing on NSW construction sites, the WHS duties, the standard's key specs, hoarding versus fencing, and the failures inspectors flag.
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Uses of Aluminium Fencing Around the Home
Where aluminium fencing works well at home, boundaries, pool compliance, privacy and security, plus why its light weight and rust resistance suit coastal NSW properties.
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Steel Fabrication Trends in Modern Fencing
How steel fabrication is shaping current fencing, custom work, corrosion-resistant coatings, anti-climb security, smart-gate integration and clean minimalist lines for homes and commercial sites.
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Tips for Choosing the Right Gate for Your Fence
How to choose a gate that suits your fence, on purpose, matching material, security features, size and swing direction, and why professional installation is worth it.
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DIY vs Professional Fence Installation, Pros and Cons
An honest look at installing a fence yourself versus hiring a professional, real costs, time, the common DIY mistakes that cost the most, and how to decide which suits your project.
Read the guide →Specialist fencing, from the same crew
Some fencing is procurement, not shopping: schools, rail corridors, correctional facilities, sport courts. We write about those too, because we build them.
Temporary Builders Fencing for Construction Sites
Temporary fencing for building sites and events. What it has to do legally, how panels are set and anchored, and who is responsible for having it in place.
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Game Court and Sports Enclosure Fencing
Sport court fencing for tennis, basketball and multi-use courts. How mesh size, height and gates are chosen to contain play and control access.
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School Security Fencing for NSW Schools and Childcare Centres
What school security fencing involves, the standards it answers to, and how to size gates, mesh and heights for schools and childcare sites in NSW.
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Security Fencing for Commercial and Industrial Sites
Security fencing for industrial sites, schools and commercial property. Chainwire, weldmesh and steel perimeters with controlled gates, sized to the risk.
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Correctional Facility Fencing and High-Security Mesh
How correctional and high-security fencing differs from an ordinary fence: 358 mesh, anti-climb and anti-dig detail, and why it is specialist procurement work.
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Railroad Fencing and Rail Corridor Fencing in NSW
Rail corridor fencing by a crew that is trained and ticketed to work on the railways. What the job involves, the standards it meets, and how access is planned.
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