More than a third of Australians will pick up their tools and embark on a DIY project over the Easter holidays, with the country expected to spend $6.3 billion on home improvements and renovations.
Research conducted by the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) in collaboration with Roy Morgan reveals that the average person will spend $852 on an Easter DIY project this year, down 0.5% on last year. became.
Those aged 18-34 will spend more than any other age group ($2.7 billion).
ARA CEO Paul Zahra said the Easter long weekend was the perfect time for Australians to get their hands dirty and get involved in creative home remedies.
“Despite cost of living pressures, DIY around the house remains particularly popular over Easter, whether it's ambitious decorating, a fresh coat of paint or even a big gardening mission,” he said.
“For many people, this is the last vacation before the onset of winter, and those who don't travel traditionally use this time to upgrade their homes or take care of tasks they've been putting off for months. I'm working on it.
“Despite spending less than last year, avid decorators, gardeners and home enthusiasts are expected to spend $6.3 billion across the country.
“About 10% of people working on projects spend $2,000 or more on a major project, but the average spend is $852. Typically, we're looking at projects that are canceled over a long weekend, This is a small project with potential.
“7.8 million Australians will take part in DIY projects this Easter, so it's going to be a busy time for hardware and home goods retailers,” he said.
Research highlights include:
- More than 34 percent of women believe they would take on a DIY project.
- Western Australia is the leading DIY state, with 44% of residents planning a project, followed by South Australia (40%) and Queensland (38%).
- Around two-thirds of DIY spending, $4.5 billion, will be spent in capital cities, and $1.8 billion will be spent in rural Australia.
- Most of the DIY spending over the Easter holidays – around $4.5 billion – is expected to occur within the three largest states: New South Wales, Victoria or Queensland.
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