Buying hi-vis in Sydney comes down to three questions: what class your site requires, how hot it will be, and whether you want to try sizes on first. We stock hi-vis shirts, polos, pants, jackets and vests from Bisley, Hard Yakka, DNC, KingGee, Syzmik, Portwest and JB’s Wear, with collection from our warehouse in Auburn by arrangement — central to Parramatta, the Hills and the south-west — and fast dispatch Australia-wide.
Day, Night or Day/Night: which class do you need?
Australian hi-vis garments are classed under AS/NZS 4602.1:
- Class D (Day) — fluorescent orange or yellow fabric for daylight. No reflective tape, so not suitable after dark.
- Class N (Night) — retroreflective tape that lights up in headlights. Navy or khaki work pants with reflective tape are usually Class N.
- Class D/N (Day/Night) — fluorescent fabric plus retroreflective tape, for work at dawn, dusk, night or near traffic.
A common combination on Sydney sites is a Day/Night shirt or vest over taped Class N pants. Your site rules decide the class and sometimes the colour, so check before you order. Our guide to Class D, N and D/N explains it in more detail.
Hi-vis shirts for Sydney summers
Long sleeves in light, vented cotton are the best defence against Sydney’s UV and heat. These are our most popular styles:
- Bisley X Airflow™ Taped Hi Vis Ripstop Shirt BS6415T — Class D/N per Bisley, with X Airflow™ venting at heat points.
- Hard Yakka Core Long Sleeve 2Tone Taped Vented Shirt Y07940 — long-sleeve two-tone with back yoke and underarm venting.
- Bisley Hi Vis Cool Lightweight Drill Short Sleeve Shirt BS1895 — Class D cotton drill with mesh venting for day-only work.
For a full comparison by trade, fabric and class, see our hi-vis shirts for construction guide.
Hi-vis polos
- Hard Yakka Men's Short Sleeve Hi Vis Taped Polo Y19618 — Day/Night with segmented tape and UPF 50+, per Hard Yakka.
- Syzmik Unisex Hi Vis Basic Long Sleeve Polo ZH232 — 175 gsm moisture-wicking polyester, Day only.
- JB's Ladies Hi Vis S/S Comfort Polo 6LHCP — women’s fit, 160 gsm micro-mesh, Day only, UPF 50+.
Taped work pants
Taped pants add night visibility from the waist down. These carry a Night (N) class per the maker:
- Bisley Taped Cool Vented Lightweight Cargo Pants BPC6431T — lightweight cotton drill with back-yoke ventilation and eleven pockets.
- DNC Lightweight Cotton Biomotion Taped Pants 3362 — 190 gsm cotton with biomotion tape on the legs.
- Hard Yakka Cargo Cuffed Pant With Tape Y02411 — cuffed cargo pant with plenty of storage.
- Women’s: Bisley Women's Taped Cotton Cargo Cuffed Pants BPL6028T and Hard Yakka Women's Raptor Cuff Pant With Segmented Tape Y08411.
Jackets for winter and wet weather
- Bisley Taped Hi Vis Soft Shell Jacket BJ6058T — Class D/N softshell, showerproof to 7,500 mm with a fleece face inside.
- KingGee Reflective Soft Shell Jacket K55039 — water-resistant Day/Night softshell, UPF 50+.
- Portwest Eyre Lightweight Hi-Vis Rain Jacket with Tape MJ306 — Class D/N waterproof rain jacket with detachable hood.
- JB'S Hi Vis (D+N) Flying Jacket 6DNFJ — Day and Night quilted flying jacket for cold early starts.
- DNC 4 in 1 HiVis Two Tone Breathable Jacket with Vest and 3M Reflective Tape 3864 — waterproof shell with a zip-off hi-vis vest.
Vests
A vest is the quickest way to make visitors, drivers and supervisors visible. The Syzmik Unisex Hi Vis Zip Basic Vest ZV999 is Class D/N per Syzmik in sizes XS–7XL, and the DNC Hi Vis Day/Night Safety Vest H-Pattern Taped 3804 suits traffic and site work. For more, see our hi-vis vest guide.
Women’s hi-vis
Women’s cuts fit better through the shoulders and hips, so they’re safer as well as more comfortable. Popular styles include the Bisley Women’s Taped Biomotion Cool Lightweight Hi Vis Shirt BL6016T (Class D/N per Bisley) and the Syzmik Women's Rugged Cooling HI Vis Taped Long Sleeve Shirt ZW720 (Day/Night with mesh venting). Browse all women’s hi-vis shirts and women’s hi-vis pants.
Buying hi-vis in Sydney
- Collect from 79 St Hilliers Road, Auburn NSW by arrangement (call 0457 545 175 first) — 7:30am–3:30pm, Monday to Friday — and try sizes on at the counter.
- Fast dispatch Australia-wide, with free shipping on orders over $200.
- Shop the full hi-vis workwear range.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between Class D and Class D/N hi-vis?
Class D (Day) garments use fluorescent fabric only and are for daylight. Class D/N (Day/Night) garments add retroreflective tape, so they’re visible in headlights at dawn, dusk and night. Both are classes under AS/NZS 4602.1.
Why are taped navy pants rated Class N?
Navy or khaki fabric isn’t fluorescent, so the garment can’t meet the Day requirement. Its reflective tape provides night visibility, which makes it Class N. Pair taped pants with a Day/Night top for full coverage.
Can I try hi-vis on before I buy in Sydney?
Yes, by arrangement: call 0457 545 175 first, then visit our Auburn NSW warehouse, 7:30am–3:30pm Monday to Friday, where you can check sizes at the counter.
Do you supply hi-vis for crews and councils?
Yes — we supply carton quantities with trade pricing and account terms. Contact us with your sizes and styles for a quote.
Kitting out a crew? Trade pricing and account terms are available — contact us or call 0457 545 175. Free shipping Australia-wide on orders over $200; collection from our Auburn NSW warehouse by arrangement (call first), 7:30am–3:30pm Mon–Fri.