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Capability Statement

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With a solution-focused approach, we collaborate closely with clients and consultant teams to align on scope, time frames, design objectives, and cost. We’re committed to delivering a strong return on your investment. Are you interested in our work in the commercial and industrial sectors?

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In 2012, RLX purchased the livestock venue and began upgrading it for better animal welfare and safer conditions. They engaged us to design and install a custom yard cover. Our collaboration ensured it complemented existing infrastructure while managing stormwater effectively.

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Providing Industry-Leading Steel Building Solutions 

Central Steel Build, committed to innovation, quality, and customer satisfaction, has solidified its reputation as an industry leader. We're revolutionising agricultural structures, and transforming how farmers and producers approach building solutions. If you’re interested in our work in the agricultural sector, read the article to discover how we’re transforming building solutions.

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Keysborough Powercor industrial depot

In collaboration with Powercor and B2B Project and Construction Management, we optimised cladding and parapet heights for a cost-effective solution. Our value engineering minimised unnecessary elements, enhancing functionality with vehicle storage in the rear and office space in the front, featuring unique cladding for branding. Read more about the project's details.

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Cost To Build A Hay Shed

Cost To Build A Hay Shed

Effective storage management of your hay bales or straw is a sound investment for your farm. A multi-functional hay shed will protect your bales reducing the nutritional loss from exposure to the weather whilst providing a haven for your machinery in the off-season.

Determining the size hay shed you require comes down to understanding how many hay bales you’ll need to store.

Access our hay shed size calculator to find out how big your shed needs to be according to the required bale space.

To assist in your planning process, read on to see some estimates we’ve provided based on work we’ve completed to date. Please note all prices include GST and exclude installation costs, council permits, and concrete footing costs.

Small to medium hay sheds

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This size range includes sheds ranging up to 24m x 15m x 6m. Hay sheds of this size are common on smaller farms.

Average cost for 24m x 15m x 6m hay shed: AUD$50,000* – $70,000*

Medium hay sheds

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Hay sheds in this size bracket are designed for medium-sized commercial farms. Sizing can range up to 48m x 24m x 7.5m.

Average cost for 48m x 24m x 7.5m hay shed: AUD$135,000* – $140,000*

Large hay sheds

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Central Agricultural offers an unlimited size range for large agricultural buildings. Hay sheds in this category are designed for commercial agribusiness operations. This size bracket includes anything from 48m x 24m x 7.5m and bigger.

Cost range: AUD$150,000* – upwards

*These prices are indicative only and based on the specs of a three-sided hay shed in Victoria. These costs DO NOT include install costs of the shed, council approvals, and footing concrete costs. At Central Steel Build we custom design and value engineer all projects according to your requirements.

Get an obligation-free quotation on your hay shed by contacting our agricultural shed specialists here

Shed cost per square metre

Shed cost per square metre

To help budget for your shed we’ve pulled together an approximate list of costs per m2 based on previous work completed for our clients. Prices are...

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What you need to know before building a hay shed and prices

What you need to know before building a hay shed and prices

When it comes to agriculture, one of the most important tasks you have is ensuring you have adequate storage for your hay. This is where a hay shed...

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What you need to know before building a large shed

What you need to know before building a large shed

What defines a large shed and how does it differ from other shed types available in the market? In this article, we discuss the definition of a large...

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