prefabAUS is the peak body for Australia’s off-site construction industry and acts as the hub for building prefabrication technology and design.
prefabAUS is passionate about the role of prefabrication in transforming our built environment, such as decreasing construction time frames and construction waste while increasing quality, productivity and affordability.
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Industry News
In a Queensland factory, two workers assemble what would traditionally take a team of skilled welders an entire day to build. No sparks fly, no heavy machinery groans—just the methodical click of components slotting into pre-punched tabs. Within three hours, a 12-metre modular chassis emerges, ready for transport.
In a move that could fundamentally reshape Australia's housing landscape, CommBank of Australia has become the first major bank to join prefabAUS while simultaneously launching an industry-leading financing solution for prefabricated homes.
The University of Melbourne's new student accommodation at its historic Dookie Campus demonstrates how prefabricated construction can deliver both architectural excellence and practical efficiency.
Upcoming Events
August
6 August: Foundations and Frontiers, Brisbane
Foundations and Frontiers | Australia's Open Construction Industry Forum | FF25
28 August: Smart Building Industry Awards presented by prefabAUS, Gold Coast (link)
28-29 August: Offsite 2025 presented by prefabAUS, Gold Coast (link)
October
22-23 October: Melbourne Build
November
19 November: Sustainability Awards and Summit presented by A&D, Sydney sustainablebuildingawards.com.au
Foundation Partners
BlueScope is a provider of innovative steel materials, products, systems and technologies, headquartered in Australia with operations spread across North America, Australia, New Zealand, Pacific Islands and throughout Asia.
Foundation Technologies Australia is regarded as the leader in all aspects of helical screw pile supply and installation. With a commitment to product, technical aspects, installation methodology and to its customers, they find the most compliant yet cost effective solutions for their foundation needs.
James Hardie is a leader in the building products industry, leveraging its global scale to deliver exceptional service. Built on foundation of “Zero Harm” they create a positive impact in communities and build a better future for all.
Dulux Protective Coatings’ qualified and experienced technical consultants provide tailor-made solutions for the protection of assets across Australia and New Zealand.
Challenge Cup
The Challenge Cup is a team challenge designed to discover the next generation of young built environment design professionals that will help to propel the industry into an innovative future.
Each year select Universities are invited to participate in “The Challenge Cup.” With aspiring students from each University representing the Architectural, Engineering, Construction Management and other AEC design streams to form collaborative and cross-disciplinary teams of between 4 to 6 students.