Divall’s Earthmoving and Bulk Haulage, led by brothers Andy and Mick Divall, is one of eight companies being recognised for 25 years of membership with the Civil Contractors Federation NSW in 2026.
Based in Goulburn, Divall’s has built a strong reputation across the region over more than 50 years in business.
With Andy and Mick unable to attend the CCF NSW Earth Awards, General Manager, Kristopher Brunton accepted the 25-year membership recognition on behalf of the company.
“The relationship we have with CCF goes well beyond just membership,” Kris said.
“The support and advocacy they provide is what makes it valuable. To be recognised for 25 years means a lot to us.
“One of the biggest benefits is the opportunity to connect with other people in the industry who understand that no ‘quick job’ is ever really quick.”
Reflecting on how it all started, Andy said joining CCF NSW originally came down to a recommendation.
“Back 25 years ago, someone suggested we join, and we’ve stayed ever since, it has proved to be a very good decision” he said.
For Andy, one of the biggest reasons Divall’s has remained a member for so long is the strength of CCF’s advocacy.
“You need a strong voice to represent the industry to government and decision-makers,” he said.
“When major issues come up, CCF has that voice, and they’re able to take those concerns directly to the politicians.”
Andy also pointed out the importance of regional representation.
“At times, as a regional contractor, we deal with different challenges to city contractors, and CCF has always been willing to listen to regional issues just as much as metro ones.
“They’ve been prepared to take up the fight for those issues as well.”
Among the most pressing concerns for the industry, Andy highlighted fuel security, fuel pricing, and the need for governments to break contracts into workable portions for smaller contractors.
“That’s something CCF has done a good job pushing for,” he said.
Andy also values the way CCF creates common ground within an otherwise competitive industry.
“As contractors we compete against each other, but CCF gives us the chance to come together, talk about the issues affecting us, and work toward solutions.”
Andy is also a member of the CCF Heavy Plant Committee, which is currently working alongside the NSW Rural Fire Service to improve cooperation between firefighters and civil contractors during bushfire emergencies.
“It’s been good to see CCF take that on for us. There’s a lot of us working together out in the bush, trying to achieve the same goal.”
CCF NSW is grateful for the support of the Divall brothers over the past 25 years, along with the continued commitment of all its members — whether they’ve been with the organisation for decades or have only recently joined.