Business
19 October, 2026
GABN Member profile – G.J. Gardner Homes Ararat, Horsham & Hamilton
BUILDING a custom home should be an exciting journey backed by transparency and trust. At G.J. Gardner Homes Ararat, Horsham & Hamilton, owners Sally and Ashley Heard bring over 55 years of combined local construction expertise to every build, offering extensive customisation options alongside fixed prices and clear upfront planning.
Born and raised in Ararat, Sally and Ashley joined G.J. Gardner Homes in 2008 and have since expanded across the region.
A true family operation, their children - Jake (leading hand carpenter), Corey (General Manager), and Alyssa (Assistant Manager & Estimator) – work alongside them to deliver exceptional craftsmanship and personal service.
Their dedication to quality has earned widespread recognition, including the Pyrenees Business Award for Trades and Construction for three consecutive years (2015–2017) and the Western Victorian Housing Industry Association Display Home of the Year for their Millbrook Display Home in Ararat.
Beyond building quality homes, the family remains deeply invested in the local community through their Community Growth Program and active support of local schools, clubs, and regional events like the Grampians Grape Escape.
In addition, for every home they build, they plant 15 new trees as part of our affiliation with the Fifteen Tree Program.
With deep regional roots and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction, G.J. Gardner Homes continues to set the benchmark for residential building in the district.
G.J. Gardner Homes Ararat, Horsham and Hamilton – a proud member of the Greater Ararat Business Network.
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