CARPENTRY EXPO
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
Held in association with Carpentry Australia
SEPTEMBER 17-18, 2025
CARPENTRY IN AUSTRALIA
The construction industry in Australia is growing rapidly, with new residential and commercial projects being undertaken every day. Given the longevity of infrastructure projects and residential expansion plans, the need for carpenters remains strong. In 2020 there were 126,600 working carpenters, this number has now grown to 139,900. Carpenters in Australia have many opportunities to work for themselves, being a trade with one of the highest rates of self-employment in the country. This is particularly true for those who specialize in niche areas such as furniture making or timber framing. Self-employment can offer greater flexibility and earning potential, making it an attractive option for many carpenters who go on to start their own small business.
CARPENTRY EXPO
Connect with Australia’s carpenters at the only dedicated show for the carpentry industry backed by the largest tradebased organisation dedicated to the sector. Showcase your tools, solutions and services to a large audience in the most direct form by supporting the industry that supports you. Carpentry Expo will feature live demonstrations, educational workshops and professional development opportunities all under one roof. It will also provide invaluable networking opportunities alongside industry awards and a women in carpentry breakfast seminar.
LIVE DEMOS
Watch skilled craftsmen and leading tool providers showcase cutting-edge techniques, innovative new tools, and creative design live at Carpentry Expo. From complex joinery to efficient woodworking methods, these demonstrations provide practical advice you can apply to your own projects.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS
AUDIENCE IN A SNAPSHOT
Join a series of sessions and seminars designed to elevate your carpentry skills and expand your knowledge. The expert-led sessions will empower you to enhance your craftsmanship and stay competitive in the industry from mastering advanced techniques to gaining insights into starting your own business, the professional development seminars will provide the ideal opportunity to invest in your future.
Dive into our hands-on education workshops tailored for carpenters at all skill levels! These interactive sessions will cover essential topics such as precision measuring, advanced joinery techniques, and innovative materials. Led by industry experts, you’ll gain practical skills and insider tips to enhance your craftsmanship and efficiency on the job.
There are 139,900 carpenters working in Australia earning an average of $60,000$80,000 annually.
At Carpentry Expo you will meet: - SMEs and independent contractors looking to enhance and grow their operations - Carpentry Australia members
CO-LOCATED WITH CONVERGE AND NO-DIG DOWN UNDER WHO ARE CARPENTRY AUSTRALIA?
Carpentry Expo will be co-located with Converge and No-Dig Down Under, two trade shows which will bring in a combined audience of leading decision makers in the municipal works, civil and commercial construction space as well as the trenchless technology industry. Located next to these two trade shows Carpentry Expo will take advantage of an active audience of construction leaders, councils and engineers involved in municipal civil and infrastructural construction from small to large scale.
Carpentry Australia is Australia’s only trade-based organisation dedicated to Carpentry and Carpenters. Carpentry Australia’s vision is to build a better Australia by raising industry standards and supporting carpenters nation-wide. Carpentry Australia supports carpenters at every stage—from apprenticeships to becoming contractors, building businesses, and becoming registered builders—while ensuring inclusivity and uniting generations. Their member-driven community projects, like Helping Hands days, create positive change. Coming together to lend their expertise and tools, members support a variety of community projects, from repairing homes, building structures and renovating spaces, all with the goal to lend a helping hand to those who need it most.
OPPORTUNITIES
3X3M SHELL SCHEME:
• Octanorm shell scheme
• 1 x standard power point
• Lighting
• Company name on fascia signage
• Listing in official showguide
• Access to lead capture app
6X3M SHELL SCHEME:
• Octanorm shell scheme
• 1 x standard power point
• Lighting
• Company name on fascia signage
• Listing in official showguide
• Access to lead capture app
SPACE ONLY:
• Minimum 18 sqm
• Listing in official show guide
• Access to lead capture app
SPONSORSHIP:
Wide range of bespoke sponsorship opportunities available
• All bookings are subject to an admin fee of $700
Business Development Manager
+61 466 609 732
mike.wilson@primecreative.com.au
Show Director
+61 403 276 712
lauren.chartres@primecreative.com.au
