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Concreters in Cairns 2026, Concrete Driveway Costs, Concrete Slab Prices, Exposed Aggregate, and How to Find a Concreter Near You

Cairns concreter guide 2026: how much concrete driveways, exposed aggregate, and concrete slabs cost in Cairns, tropical and cyclone concrete requirements, acid sulfate soil considerations, and how to get accurate quotes for your Cairns concrete project.

By Cairns Daily · Published 20 July 2026

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Concreters in Cairns 2026

Cairns has a well-serviced concreting industry. Concrete driveways, paths, and slabs are in strong demand across Cairns and the Far North. Cairns's tropical climate and cyclone zone classification create specific concrete design requirements, all concrete must cope with extreme UV, moisture, and cyclone wind loads. All concreting must comply with AS 3600. qbcc.qld.gov.au

How Much Does a Concrete Driveway Cost in Cairns 2026?

Plain concrete driveway (40sqm, 100mm slab, supply + pour), typically $4,400-$7,800 in Cairns
Exposed aggregate concrete driveway (40sqm), typically $5,800-$10,600 in Cairns
Coloured concrete driveway (40sqm, integral colour), typically $5,400-$9,400 in Cairns
Concrete slab (house pad, 100sqm, 100mm), typically $15,800-$29,000 in Cairns
Concrete path (20 linear metres, 1.2m wide), typically $2,500-$4,700 in Cairns
Concrete pool surrounds (50sqm, exposed aggregate), typically $7,000-$12,800 in Cairns

Cairns Tropical Concrete, UV, Moisture, and Acid Sulfate Soils

Cairns's intense UV and wet season moisture cycle concrete surfaces faster than temperate cities, UV-resistant sealers are strongly recommended for exposed concrete in Cairns. Coastal Cairns lowlands and some estuarine areas have acid sulfate soils requiring SR (sulfate-resisting) cement in concrete mixes. qbcc.qld.gov.au

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