What’s Happening?
Mackay and Whitsunday builders have secured four awards at the 2026 Master Builders Queensland Housing & Construction Awards.
The 40th annual ceremony took place at the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre on Saturday, 17 October. Regional winners from across Queensland gathered to celebrate achievements in the building industry.
Two of the region’s awards went to local industry professionals.
Trent Deen from Stroud Homes Mackay received the KIA Australia Rising Star Award. Meanwhile, Amanda Wilson from Fergus Builders won the Women in Building Award.
Why It Matters
The awards recognise excellence in construction, craftsmanship and professional leadership across Queensland.
For Mackay and Whitsunday, the results highlight the skills of local builders, tradespeople and construction teams. They also recognise the contributions of people helping shape the industry.
Master Builders CEO and Awards Ambassador Sue-Ann Fresneda praised the achievements of Queensland’s builders and tradies.
“From stunning homes to world-class schools, hospitals and community infrastructure, our builders and tradies have fittingly pushed the boundaries of what was possible in this, the milestone 40th year of our Housing & Construction Awards program,” she said.
Mackay Builders Recognised for Residential Projects
The region also celebrated success in residential construction, with two local businesses receiving awards for their projects.
Morris Constructions QLD won Best Residential Bathroom for ANCORA. Meanwhile, Cotter Builders received the Home Renovation Project up to $350,000 award for Marian House.
Together, these wins recognise the region’s work in bathroom construction and home renovation.
Mackay Building Industry Leaders Honoured
The individual awards recognised two different contributions to the building industry.
Trent Deen is a respected tradesman and business owner. His Rising Star Award recognises his achievement in the industry.
Amanda Wilson is the Residential Manager at Fergus Builders. Her Women in Building Award highlights her leadership and mentoring of others.
Both winners represent the professional talent recognised across the Mackay and Whitsunday region.
Zoom Out
Elsewhere in Queensland, Tyson Building Group won House of the Year for Azura on the Sunshine Coast.
St Andrews Constructions also received the President’s Award for BABYLON in Noosa Sound. Meanwhile, Lendlease Construction claimed Project of the Year for Brisbane’s Glasshouse Theatre.
Hutchinson Builders collected six awards, the highest number won by a builder on the night.
What To Look For Next?
Eligible Queensland winners will have another opportunity for recognition at the national level.
The Master Builders Australia National Excellence in Building & Construction Awards will take place in Brisbane on 27 November 2026.
The event will recognise eligible winners from this year’s Queensland competition.
