How much does concreting cost?
Concreting in Australia typically costs $65–$140 per m² laid, so a standard 50 m² plain driveway lands around $3,500–$7,000.
Typical price band
$5,000typical
standard job $3.5k–$7k
$1,000 low$15,000 high
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Real-world examples
Shed slab or path$1,000 – $2,500
Plain driveway$3,500 – $7,000
Exposed aggregate driveway and paths$7,500 – $15,000
What affects the price
— Finish. Plain grey is cheapest; coloured, exposed aggregate and stamped finishes add $20–$70 per m².
— Site preparation. Excavation, old slab removal and building up a compacted base can rival the cost of the pour itself.
— Thickness and reinforcement. Driveways need thicker slabs and heavier mesh than paths, especially for heavy vehicles.
— Access. If the truck can't reach the pour, a concrete pump adds several hundred dollars.
— Slope and drainage. Falls, drains and step-downs add formwork and finishing time.
Tips before you post
— Get the slab thickness and mesh specification in writing — it's where cheap quotes cut corners.
— Concrete needs days to cure; keep cars off a new driveway for at least a week.
— Saw-cut control joints are normal and prevent random cracking — ask where they'll go.
Beyond the price: Pouring concrete right: how to read a driveway or slab quote
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