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Metricon named HIA's top home builder


Metricon has been named Australia’s number one home builder for the ninth consecutive year with the release of the HIA COLORBOND® Steel Housing Top 100 Report, which has also consolidated the company’s total number of builds over the last nine years to close to 44,000 homes.

The 2023/24 Report, which ranks Australia’s top 100 residential builders based on the number of home builds commenced each year, was released today in Melbourne. It saw Metricon top the list with a total of 3,894 starts across Victoria, Queensland, New South Wales, and South Australia.

However, this milestone comes with a stark warning from Metricon CEO Brad Duggan about the state of Australia’s construction industry.

“While we are proud of Metricon’s achievements last year, we note that to be the largest builder in Australia with under 4,000 site starts it’s clear that the country is falling behind on delivering the homes that have been identified as essential,” Duggan said.

“We need to accelerate momentum in the industry. It’s time to move beyond the sole focus on social housing and tackle the bigger picture: cutting planning red tape, increasing access to land, growing the country’s trade base, scrapping discussions on tax changes impacting investors and superannuation funds, and crucially, addressing the cost-of-living crisis. These are the real levers to restore customer confidence and get people building again.”

Duggan emphasised that the company’s continued leadership reflects a deep-rooted commitment to quality and affordability, which remains a key driver for Australians choosing Metricon.

“Over the past nine years, tens of thousands of Australians have trusted Metricon to bring their dream homes to life. This responsibility drives us every day. We’ve built a reputation for delivering on our promise of high-quality homes without compromising affordability, thanks to our strong network of suppliers and trades,” Duggan said.

Despite challenging market conditions, Metricon has shown remarkable consistency over the years, and Duggan is confident the company is well-positioned for the future.

Metricon Home Starts (2015–2024):

2023/24: 3,894 homes

2022/23: 4,693 homes

2021/22: 5,969 homes

2020/21: 6,052 homes

2019/20: 4,534 homes

2018/19: 4,473 homes

2017/18: 4,764 homes

2016/17: 4,367 homes

2015/16: 4,365 homes

“We’re not just focused on being the biggest builder. We want to be the best in the eyes of our customers. The next 12 months will be about reinforcing our promise—staying ahead on innovation, streamlining efficiencies, and keeping affordability front and centre. Our mission is to make home ownership a reality for more Australians," Duggan said.

Metricon’s forward-thinking approach, paired with a focus on sustainable growth and strong industry relationships, will help the company stay at the forefront of Australia's home-building sector.


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