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Congratulations to Danielle Riley! Danielle is our Finchetts Chilled Christmas Giveaway recipient and will soon have a brand new Mitsubishi Electric air conditioner installed by our team.

We are thrilled to announce that Finchetts Plumbing has won the Collaboration Award at the AEN Victoria Awards! This award celebrates our 20-year partnership with Westvic Staffing Solutions and our shared commitment to building the next generation of skilled tradespeople in our community. Read the full story.

Our recent Peter Mac Fundraising Golf Day at Mooralla Golf Club was a massive success, bringing the community together to raise over $10,000 for cancer research.

There’s plenty of talk in the media about falling wholesale electricity prices, renewable energy targets and battery storage – but for most households, the real question remains: how can we actually lower our energy bills right now?

As fire season approaches, it’s the perfect time for farmers to check that their Private Fire Fighting Units (PFFUs) are in top shape. BlazeAid’s All Fired Up grant is helping farmers …

The Finchetts team has been hard at work in Mirranatwa, partnering with Donahue’s Builders on a stunning new residential build that is now nearing completion.

The Finchetts crew has been busy on site again, working alongside Ultrabuild to deliver another impressive large-scale commercial project. The job involves: • Roofing and wall cladding installation • Heating and cooling systems • Plumbing and drainage works

With the gas network in Terang set to shut down in mid-2026, now is the perfect time to upgrade your hot water system.

Another hot Victorian summer is on the way. If your old cooling system is struggling to keep up, now is a good time to upgrade to an energy-efficient reverse-cycle air conditioner by taking advantage of the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) Program, to help cover the cost. Here are some scenarios to give you an indication of what you could save.

The quiet streets of Coleraine were transformed into a high-energy raceway earlier this month for the 13th annual Australian Pedal Car Grand Prix, held on 4 October.

Finchetts was proud to once again support the Hamilton Rotary Art Show, sponsoring the Best Oil Painting Award at this year’s event. The winning artwork, “Air on a Blue String” by Casterton artist Julia Francese, captivated the judges with its creativity and technique.

We’re proud to congratulate our apprentice, Cameron, on being awarded the Energy Safe Victoria – Certificate IV in Plumbing Scholarship at the 2025 South West TAFE Trade Awards. Although Cameron couldn’t be there on the night, we’re thrilled to see his hard work and dedication recognised.

We’re excited to share the results of our recent home extension with Riddle Constructions. This project covered plenty of ground—from roughing in and fitting off a stylish new bathroom, to updating the kitchen, laying a new effluent line, and finishing it all off with a fresh roof. Take a look at the photos to see what we’ve been up to. 

Finchetts proudly donated $1,035 to the WDHS Mammogram Appeal, raised through poly stick sales at Sheepvention. This contribution supports upgrading the mammogram machine to provide faster, more accurate breast screening for local women. Discover how your support made a difference—read the full story now!

Keep your home safe and warm this winter with smart gas safety solutions. Learn practical steps like servicing appliances and improving ventilation-that help prevent issues before they arise. Discover all the essential tips in our full guide. Click to read more and enjoy a worry-free winter season.

Finchetts proudly contributed to the new Bunnings Portland, handling stormwater, roofing, cladding, water systems, and sewer infrastructure. One of our biggest projects yet—check out the results in this post!

Finchetts collaborated with Ultrabuild on a stunning home with 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and open living, fitting bathrooms and aircons.

We’re proud to sponsor Dartmoor Football Netball Club, where our plumbers Jack Simmonds and Bryce Baldwin shine both on and off the field.