Australia Bans Gas in New Builds: Decoflame Leads the Way

09 July 2025

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With gas bans in place or impending in the City Of Sydney, Victoria & potentially more to come. Decoflame Net Zero Electric Connected BEV (Burning Ethanol Vapour) bioethanol fireplaces offer real flames, real heat & no gas connection required perfect for eco-conscious design projects. This means new constructions will be all-electric, utilising electricity for cooking, heating, and hot water. The decision is driven by a desire to improve public health, reduce household expenses and combat climate change.

Australia Is Phasing Out Gas in New Builds — Decoflame Is the Flame-First, Electric-Only Solution'


As the push toward decarbonisation accelerates, major regions in Australia — including the City of Sydney, State of Victoria, and other progressive councils — are moving to ban natural gas connections in new residential and commercial buildings. These changes will impact apartments, homes, and hospitality venues, reshaping how Australians cook, heat, and design their spaces.

For architects, interior designers, builders, and eco-minded homeowners, these policy shifts demand immediate solutions that align with zero-emission goals, without compromising on style or performance.

🔥 Why Gas Is Being Banned in New Builds

From July 2024, Victoria will ban gas connections in all new homes and residential subdivisions. The City of Sydney has announced similar plans, and other Australian regions are following suit January 2027. These bans are part of broader climate policies to reduce fossil fuel reliance and cut carbon emissions — with natural gas a major contributor to household energy use.

💡 The Challenge: Heating Without Gas

Traditional gas fireplaces, water heaters, and cooktops are now off the table for many new projects. This leaves a gap in the market for:

  • Real-flame alternatives
  • High-performance electric heating
  • Architecturally integrated solutions

✅ The Solution: Decoflame Electric Fireplaces

Decoflame Australia offers the best-in-class, electric-only connected fireplaces designed for a post-gas future. Unlike imitation flame heaters, Decoflame products feature real burning flames powered by bioethanol, require no gas, no flue, and operate on a simple electric connection.

✔️ Real flames — No fake LED visuals
✔️ Longest burning times in the category
✔️ Zero emissions — perfect for net zero building targets
✔️ Fully compliant with upcoming natural gas restrictions
✔️ Trusted by architects, designers, developers & premium homeowners

🏆 Ideal for Modern Projects in a Gas-Free Future

Whether you're designing a multi-residential development, a commercial hospitality venue, or a luxurious single home, Decoflame delivers:

  • A stunning focal point for interiors
  • Powerful heating with real ambiance
  • Simple integration into modern building standards
  • Full support for low-carbon compliance

📦 Ready for the Transition?

With natural gas bans reshaping the construction and renovation landscape, now is the time to specify Decoflame electric fireplaces in your upcoming projects.

🛑 No gas
🛑 No flue
✅ Just a plug — and beautiful, real fire

Decoflame Net Zero fireplaces require no gas, no flue and only an electric connection — making them the smart choice for forward-thinking professionals across Australia.

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