The Industry Rising Stars category in the Australian FENCING and GATE Awards recognises new entrants to the fencing and gate industry who are demonstrating strong potential at an early stage of their careers.This year’s winners have shown a high level of motivation, capability and commitment, quickly establishing themselves within the...
2025 Industry Young Achievers
The Industry Young Achievers category in the Australian FENCING Awards recognises emerging leaders who have reached key business and career milestones early within the fencing and gate industry.This year’s winners have demonstrated strong leadership, consistent growth and a clear commitment to advancing both their own capabilities and the businesses they...
Courtney Shields – Cairns Fencing
COURTNEY SHIELDS CAIRNS FENCING As Operations Manager at Cairns Fencing, Courtney Shields leads the day-to-day delivery of the business and drives a culture focused on supply quality and practical execution. He is recognised internally for deep product knowledge and correct application of fencing systems suited to tropical conditions, alongside strong...
Adrian Pretsel – Gate Safe Australia
ADRIAN PRETSEL GATESAFE AUSTRALIA As a technical consultant and advocate for gate safety, Adrian Pretsel has been a key driver of industrywide collaboration to improve safety outcomes in gates and automation. Working through Fencing Industry Australia and his peer network, he helped bring together a core group that formed the...
Warren Silvey – Wazzas Fencing
WARREN SILVEY WAZZA’S FENCING Warren Silvey is a fencing business owner recognised for consistently promoting the fencing industry through his work, his leadership, and his willingness to share practical knowledge with younger fencers. Through Wazza’s Fencing, he is known for ethical conduct and a focus on delivering quality outcomes for...
Kodey Hendricks – Evans Fencing
KODEY HENRICKS EVANS FENCING TOOWOOMBA In his years in the industry, Kodey Henricks has built a reputation as a capable, can-do team member who contributes across site works and fabrication.He holds a White Card and skid steer ticket and is trusted to carry out a wide range of on-site fencing...
Warren Kahuroa – Greenhaven Fencing
WARREN KAHUROA GREENHAVEN FENCING Warren Kahuroa has progressed from labouring duties to delivering full fencing installs with a consistent focus on set-out accuracy, workmanship, and site discipline. His capabilities span demolition and preparation through to installation, with experience in COLORBOND steel, timber and hardwood fencing, chainwire, and glass.He is regarded...
Brock Bunter Fencepac Commercial
BROCK BUNTER FENCEPAC COMMERCIAL In his years in the industry, Brock Bunter has progressed from entry-level roles to Junior Foreman, supporting on-site delivery across large-scale solar fencing and Tier 1 noise barrier works.Brock is recognised for disciplined work habits, practical planning, and clear communication that help crews maintain quality and...
Braydon Kane – JNS Fencing
BRAYDON KANE JNS FENCING HOBART Braydon Kane has established and grown JNS Fencing Hobart from solo after-hours work into a full-time operation delivering residential and contracted fencing work across Hobart and its surrounds.He manages quoting and client relationships with builders and organisations and remains hands-on with delivery and quality control.The...
Matthew Horlock – Fencespot
MATTHEW HORLOCK FENCESPOT With more than 20 years’ experience across construction and fencing, including 11 years with FenceSpot, Matthew Horlock is the General Manager. A qualified cabinet maker (Master Builders Association Apprentice of the Year), he is known for converting architectural concepts into compliant, buildable designs, working closely with builders,...