The analyst estimates the Australian construction industry to expand by 4.8% in real terms in 2026, supported by an increase in the value of construction work done and dwelling units approved, coupled with an increase in tourism activity in the country. According to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS), the total number of dwelling units approved grew by 7.8% year on year (YoY) in the first four months of 2026, preceded by annual growth of 12.7% in 2025. Moreover, the total value of construction work done grew by 6.2% YoY in Q1 2026, preceded by YoY growths of 3.2% in Q4 and 3.8% in Q3 2025.
The analyst expects the Australian construction industry to register an average annual growth of 3.2% between 2027 and 2030, supported by private sector investments in industrial and housing projects, coupled with the government’s investments in transportation and housing projects. Among recent developments, the Australian and US governments announced a partnership in April 2026 to invest AUD5 billion ($3.2 billion) to support critical mineral and rare earth projects in Australia
The Construction in Australia - Key Trends and Opportunities by State and Territory to 2030 (Q2 2026) report provides detailed market analysis, information, and insights into the Australian construction industry, including:
The analyst expects the Australian construction industry to register an average annual growth of 3.2% between 2027 and 2030, supported by private sector investments in industrial and housing projects, coupled with the government’s investments in transportation and housing projects. Among recent developments, the Australian and US governments announced a partnership in April 2026 to invest AUD5 billion ($3.2 billion) to support critical mineral and rare earth projects in Australia
The Construction in Australia - Key Trends and Opportunities by State and Territory to 2030 (Q2 2026) report provides detailed market analysis, information, and insights into the Australian construction industry, including:
- The Australian construction industry's growth prospects by market, project type and construction activity
- Critical insight into the impact of industry trends and issues, as well as an analysis of key risks and opportunities in the Australian construction industry
- Analysis of the mega-project pipeline, focusing on development stages and participants, in addition to listings of major projects in the pipeline.
Scope
This report provides a comprehensive analysis of the construction industry in Australia. It provides:
- Historical (2021-2025) and forecast (2026-2030) valuations of the construction industry in Australia, featuring details of key growth drivers.
- Segmentation by sector (commercial, industrial, infrastructure, energy and utilities, institutional and residential) and by sub-sector
- Analysis of the mega-project pipeline, including breakdowns by development stage across all sectors, and projected spending on projects in the existing pipeline.
- Listings of major projects, in addition to details of leading contractors and consultants
Reasons to Buy
- Identify and evaluate market opportunities using our standardized valuation and forecasting methodologies
- Assess market growth potential at a micro-level with over 600 time-series data forecasts
- Understand the latest industry and market trends
- Formulate and validate business strategies using the analyst's critical and actionable insight
- Assess business risks, including cost, regulatory and competitive pressures
- Evaluate competitive risk and success factors
Table of Contents
1. Executive Summary2. Construction Industry: At-a-Glance3. Latest news and developments4. Project analytics5. Construction Market Data6. Risk Profile
7. Appendix
List of Tables
List of Figures
