Our completed projects

Explore a selection of our finest work, showcasing the precision, efficiency, and quality we bring to every earthmoving and landscaping project. See how Sutton Earthworks & Plant Hire Pty Ltd transforms visions into reality.

Flawless shed pad 

This project involved meticulous site cut and pad preparation for a new shed in Hervey Bay. We ensured a perfectly level with a graded apron and stable foundation, setting the stage for smooth construction. Homeowners can trust us for precision and reliability from the ground up.

Durable driveway preparation

We completed the excavation and base preparation for this long-lasting driveway. Our attention to detail ensures proper drainage/fall and a solid foundation, crucial for any residential property. A perfect example of our commitment to quality for homeowners.

Garden bed trenching and landscaping

Transforming backyards into beautiful garden spaces is what we do. This project focused on shaping garden beds and preparing the land for a homeowner's dream landscape. We handle everything from minor grading to complex earthmoving, ensuring a perfect canvas for your garden.

Final Site Tidy

Comprehensive final site preparation including all-round level corrections for turf underlay, grading to achieve positive fall to all stormwater catchment pits, construction of a compacted tank pad, fence post auguring, and final trimming across the property to deliver a clean, well-drained site ready for landscaping and fencing.

Shed Pad & Apron

Transforming an overgrown backyard into a practical, construction-ready space. This project included vegetation clearing, bulk cut and fill earthworks, laser-controlled level corrections, and a fully compacted shed pad with a generous surrounding apron. Final trimming, shaped batters, and engineered drainage falls provide a stable foundation with excellent access and long-term performance, ready for the next stage of construction.

Confined Access Excavation

A recent backyard excavation completed using our compact mini excavator. We removed turf and excess soil, levelled the area, and converted the garden bed for future turf—all while working in a narrow access between the shed and boundary fence. Tight access is where our equipment really shines.

Asphalt Driveway 

This project involved the construction of a large asphalt shed apron and access driveway adjoining a rural/residential shed and workshop. Works included trimming and compacting a blue metal underlay, establishing drainage falls, and installing two layers of asphalt, each trimmed and compacted to specification. The finished surface provides a durable, all-weather access area with excellent drainage runoff performance, improved usability and a clean, high-quality finish that enhances the overall presentation of the property.

Driveway and Lawn 

Completed comprehensive level corrections and site preparation works including front lawn cut fill and grade, driveway box out and preparation, side access shaping and screening, and rear yard dressed for grass. Imported and trimmed material to achieve correct drainage falls, improve usability, and prepare the property for final landscaping and long-term access.

Caravan Park up Bay

Completed a full pad extension and retaining wall installation to create a stable, usable area beside the shed for future access and caravan bay. Works included excavation, retaining wall construction, geofabric and drainage installation, imported fill placement, compaction, and concrete pad preparation and pour. The finished result provides improved functionality, structural support, and long-term site stability.

Trees & Plant Auguring 

Auguring isn't just for footings, posts & beams- large scale tree and plant installations. Accurately spaced holes can be drilled with minimal ground disturbance, providing a fast, efficient solution for landscaping, revegetation, and rural property planting projects.

House Pad 

The project successfully transformed an uneven, rock-affected residential block into a prepared building foundation. Through the screening and export of unsuitable rock material and the construction of a compacted house pad, the site was delivered ready for the next stage of construction with improved usability, drainage, and foundation stability.

Land Transformation & Site Preparation

This acreage transformation involved bulk earthworks, trenching for underground services, selectively filtering & separating suitable material to utilise around the property, and full site regrading. The property was professionally trimmed and levelled to create a practical outdoor space with improved drainage, access, and functionality—delivered with precision

Tree Removal & Site Restoration

Multiple trees were removed to improve access, maximise usable space and enhance the overall appearance of the property. Works included excavation and removal of the stumps and major root systems, followed by backfilling, a little trimming and a thorough site clean-up, leaving the owners with the street appeal they were after.

Tree Removal

From overgrown and unusable to clean, stable, and functional. This project involved vegetation clearing, tree and garden removal, green waste haulage, and full site clean-up to restore usable yard space and improve property access. Rain or shine, we deliver reliable tree removal and land clearing solutions without delays

Tight Access Turf Prep

This project involved a back yard renovation, transforming a tired, uneven grassed area into a clean, level, and ready-to-turf outdoor space. Using our mini excavator and skid steer, we carefully stripped and removed existing turf and organic material, imported quality topsoil, and regraded the entire area to create consistent falls and improved drainage. Working within the narrow access corridor between the home and boundary fence required precision excavation and attention to detail to protect existing structures, pool fencing, and services.

Garden Bed Preparation & Soil Improvement

Garden beds excavated and shaped to suit the landscape, with trenches formed to improve definition and drainage. Premium potting mix was blended through the existing soil to create a nutrient-rich growing medium, leaving the area ready for planting with a clean, professional finish

Retained Driveway Construction

This project transformed a sloping backyard into a practical, functional space with a retained driveway and additional under-house storage. Works included excavation, installation of retaining wall with drainage & geofabric separation, placement and compaction of quality road base, and precision grading to provide durable all-weather access to the rear of the property. We also excavated beneath the elevated verandah, creating valuable, level storage space while improving access, run-off and the overall usability of the property.

Front Yard Transformation

This complete front yard renovation transformed a steep, difficult-to-use block into a practical and visually striking entrance. The project involved bulk excavation, tree and stump removal, construction of engineered tiered retaining walls, and installation of a new reinforced concrete driveway designed to maximise parking and improve vehicle access.

The finished result provides a significantly larger, more functional parking area with safer access, while the tiered retained garden beds create an attractive landscape that complements the home and controls the natural fall of the site. From excavation and earthworks through to final shaping and landscaping, every stage was completed with a focus on durability, drainage, and long-term performance.

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