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Cultural Heritage Excavation Services
Melbourne Metro and Regional Victoria
Hammerstone Archaeological Australia is a specialist provider of Mechanical Excavation Services in the state of Victoria. With a decade of industry experience, we are a client-focused business and have a proven record of providing reliable, cost effective solutions for the Cultural Heritage industry.
Hammerstone supplies premium mechanical sieves, excavators, tailored equipment and labour services for Australian archaeological subsurface testing and salvage programs. We work with our clients, Aboriginal communities and other stakeholders to deliver timely, best practice outcomes.

Our Machines
Our mechanical sieves are at the core of the business. Specifically designed for our industry, these premium machines screen a wide range of soil types and are a proven means to deliver efficient and effective results. Our machines are individually fabricated with care and are proudly made in Melbourne.
Excavation
Hammerstone Archaeological Australia provides full excavation services for Archaeological subsurface testing and salvage programs. We supply and manage plant logistics and operators, and excel at the precise and intricate excavation required for Archaeological trenches. Our experience working on country with Traditional Owner groups and to legislative requirements is paramount.


Archaeological Labour
Hammerstone brings ten years of Australian Archaeological field experience to your projects. We’ve contributed to Cultural Heritage surveys and excavations for major infrastructure projects and development throughout Victoria.
We recognise that not every project requires a machine, and also offer experienced Archaeological labour for all aspects of controlled hand excavation.
Fabrication
Hammerstone Archaeological Australia has extensive experience in design and custom fabrication. Working with many cultural heritage firms, we have delivered the tools and equipment necessary for success in our industry.
Hammerstone supports innovation – if you have an upcoming project that requires specialist equipment and solutions, we can fabricate to your needs.

Our Reviews
Get to Know Us

Brandon Hocking
Director of Operations
Brandon has a decade of Cultural Heritage field experience. This work has included Archaeological surveys, excavations and assessment for major infrastructure projects including pipelines, rail, road and integrated transport projects. Throughout this time Brandon has developed strong working relationships with a variety of traditional owner groups accross Victoria.
Brandon specialises in the design and implementation of mechanical excavation and salvage and is valued for his mechanical acumen, aptitude for logistics and technical expertise.
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