Melinda F from NSW has taken out the $100,000 prize with her entry of ‘25 words or less’, being judged as the outright winner!

Inspired by the northern coastal mist, we chose Surfmist® steel to harmonise the beachside breeze, blending bushland beauty with enduring coastal protection.

Congratulations to Melinda’s builder, Boedel Constructions, and KFC Roofing Supplies who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

We would like to thank everyone of you who took the time to enter the COLORBOND® STEEL THE SHOW promotion and your creativity and effort in sharing what inspired you to choose COLORBOND® steel.

Congratulations also to our monthly state winners who all received $2,000 for their entries.

July

COLORBOND® [steel] complements architectural styles with its extensive palette, enduring finishes and versatility, seamlessly integrating into contemporary and traditional designs while ensuring aesthetic coherence and durability.

Savita G, ACT with WR Engineering who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

COLORBOND® [steel] Monument® shade blends beautifully with the Blue Mountains, capturing a modern Australian bush barn feel that honours our heritage and suits our budget.

Rachel P, NSW with Mitre 10 who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

The privacy it provides to the property. The elegance and low maintenance of the product. It is going to bring the house together perfectly.

Mary K, NT with Metroll - Pinelands who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

Nothing says ‘Australian home’ like COLORBOND® [steel]. The Great Australian Dream no longer includes a quarter acre block, but it sure does include a COLORBOND® steel roof.

Hannah C, QLD with Forgacs Construction who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

COLORBOND® steel's durability, modern aesthetics, and eco-friendly design inspired me to choose it, ensuring my home is secure, stylish, and sustainable for years to come.

Shannon M, SA with KP Fencing who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

Having built a stylish home on the stunning Tasmanian East Coast, only COLORBOND® [steel] could provide the perfect product, profile and colour, complementing this coastal environment.

Guy W, TAS with Pensini Constructions who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

Monument® roof allows the house to blend in with the foliage, and for the solar system to blend into the roof, a very elegant solution.

Robyn T, VIC with Doncaster Roof Repairs who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

COLORBOND® steel’s resilience is a tale as old as time, standing strong against the elements, just like my Perth coastal haven.

Ryan W, WA with 101 Residential who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

August

Having a COLORBOND® [steel] roof for our house is such an Australian icon, like the bluegums in our yard or the wallabies opposite our house.

Jason T, ACT with Classic Constructions who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

Inspired by the northern coastal mist, we chose Surfmist® steel to harmonise the beachside breeze, blending bushland beauty with enduring coastal protection.

Melinda F, NSW with Boedel Construction who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

I needed something that would be territory tuff. COLORBOND® steel has been our go to for the last 10 years on our houses!

Natalie K, NT with Justin Alford Carpentry who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

I chose COLORBOND® [steel] to embrace Queensland’s sun with resilience and style, turning harsh conditions into a testament of enduring strength and beauty.

Jessica B, QLD with Universal Home Improvements who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

COLORBOND® [steel] Monument® mirrors the natural dark stone tones in our surrounding region, this supports our vision for a region-appropriate, new heritage home aesthetic.

Miranda S, SA with Dechellis Homes who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

Wanted a stylish and quality product that would be long lasting yet still affordable. COLORBOND® [steel] was the obvious choice complementing both classic and modern designs.

Joanne A, TAS with Nathaniel Absalom who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

We chose COLORBOND® steel for its sleek look and durability, perfectly complementing our home’s modern design while standing up to Australia’s tough climate.

Alexx W, VIC with Metricon who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

Our COLORBOND® [steel] seabird and waterbird rescue shed reflects Australia’s uniqueness, resilience and adaptability. Both rehabilitating iconic wildlife and building with COLORBOND® steel create legacies.

Lori-Ann S, WA with Esperance Sheds who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

September

COLORBOND® steel's durability, striking colour options, and ability to withstand harsh conditions inspired me to choose it for a stylish, long-lasting, and resilient finish.

Scott L, ACT with Canberra Garage Doors who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

COLORBOND® steel roofing was an easy choice, for its durability, modern aesthetics, and environmental benefits, ensuring an energy efficient solution for our future.

David S, NSW with Optimum Property Services who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

The COLORBOND® steel products blend with and accentuate the natural colours of the Australian landscape, complementing our rural country setting perfectly.

Denise G, QLD with Lysaght Cairns who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

The hard-working, industrial heritage of our suburb. Replacing 1970s tin tiles on our 1930s home, we needed something with strength, authenticity and charm.

Edwina T, SA with Horizon Line Roofing who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

Living and building on an island in the Bass Straight and been hammered by the 'Roaring Forties'. COLORBOND® steel is a tough and aesthetic product!

Mario B, TAS with Sheds n Homes who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

Crafted with care, strong and true blue, COLORBOND® steel shines, a Southerly® hue. Our forever home stands, a dream come true.

Amber E, VIC with DJ Projects who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

Windspray® in COLORBOND® [steel] was chosen for its subtle, natural hue, perfectly complementing Margaret River’s stunning landscapes and enhancing the area’s serene, coastal beauty.

David J, WA with Fair Dinkum Builds Busselton Sheds who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

October

COLORBOND® [steel] was the perfect Australian material to modernise our original redbrick house, with satisfying results. COLORBOND® steel adds a new dimension while respecting the existing structure.

Colin M, ACT with Steeline Canberra who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

I chose COLORBOND® steel Monument® Matt Enseam for its subtle, earthy tone and textured finish, harmoniously blending with the natural escarpment and surrounding landscape.

Margaret C, NSW with All Metal Australia who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

We live in a very harsh, tropical environment in Outback Australia - COLORBOND® steel was the only steel I trusted for the Territory.

Jo R, NT with W. Owen Constructions who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

The ultimate blend of strength and style! Durable, weatherproof, energy efficient and low maintenance with stunning colours-built to last in any environment.

Lana G, SA with Alpha Industries who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

Inspired by ski lodges of Dinner Plains, our home now blends into the landscape, both sea and farmland, bouncing different shades throughout the day.

Russell F, TAS with Burnie Plumbing Supplies who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

Our bushfire rebuild brief…be beautiful, durable, BAL-rated and emblematic of our beloved farm life, bringing connection to country, form and colour: only COLORBOND® [steel] could.

Melissa C, VIC with Paynesville Builders who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

Surrounded by gumtrees and natural bush, COLORBOND® [steel] Bluegum® was the perfect choice to seamlessly integrate our home with the landscape while ensuring durability.

Jayde L, WA with Best Buy Steel who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

November

We adore our Bluegum® roof, Its shade changes depending on the clouds’ grace. Eucalyptus canopies drape it and magpies perch it. The quintessential Australian place.

Jason T, ACT with Classic Constructions who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

Blistering sun, rain-soaked nights, our COLORBOND® [steel] roof shines bright. Australian. Resilient. Timeless art. The only choice that stole our heart.

Jason W, NSW with Life Structures who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

COLORBOND® [steel] is strong and bright. Built to withstand day and night. From coastal winds to outback heat. It’s vibrant, tough, and hard to beat.

Daniel C, QLD with Coral Homes who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

Every storm leaves its mark, but our COLORBOND® [steel] Monument® carport stands unyielding. Its deep, dark hue blended with stormy skies, a silent promise of strength.

Shannon M, SA with Shed King Fair Dinkum Builds who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

Chosen for its toughness, Aussie charm, and colours so perfect, even the kangaroos stop to admire our house! COLORBOND® steel just gets it.

Nicole S, VIC with Metroll Tasmania who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

The choice of colours and profile, and being wrapped in a strong and durable material in a coastal bushy environment, very Australian.

Maria P, TAS with Visser Fencing who supplied COLORBOND® steel.

We frame that which we cherish, framing our homes is no different; by choosing COLORBOND® [steel] fencing, I am framing our haven in strength and beauty.

Neil W, WA with V&J Ranieri who supplied COLORBOND® steel.