Australian tradies are entering the new financial year under growing financial pressure, with rising business costs colliding with increasingly price-conscious customers as cost-of-living pressures continue
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Master Plumbers NSW calls for focus on Aussie apprentices, not migrant tradies
The Master Plumbers Association of NSW is urging the Federal Government to prioritise support for apprentice employers, arguing that long-term investment in Australian apprentices is the key to addressing
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Professional indemnity for NSW builders: What tradies need to know
Insurance changes for New South Wales builders have been delayed once again.
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Nominations open for the EWIT Awards 2026, Gala location announced
Empowering Women in Trades (EWIT) has announced the return of its annual awards Gala for 2026, with the industry event set to recognise outstanding individuals, businesses and initiatives driving change
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Trade apprenticeship numbers fall 7%: NCVER data
Australia’s trade apprenticeship numbers have fallen almost seven per cent over the past year, prompting fresh concerns about the future pipeline of skilled workers as employers continue to face
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Kennards Hire Gympie: New branch opens with specialist machinery fleet
Kennards Hire has expanded its Queensland footprint with the opening of a new Gympie equipment hire branch, providing local tradies, contractors, businesses and residents with improved access to hire equipment
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SafeWork NSW safety blitz: 14 notices issued + $1,000 safety rebate info
SafeWork NSW has issued 14 compliance notices following a targeted construction site safety operation across the Wilton and Wollondilly region, highlighting ongoing concerns around falls from heights,
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2026 Women in Industry Awards winners announced
The leading women in Australian industries, from mining to manufacturing, took to the stage last night in Sydney at the 2026 Women in Industry Awards.
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$11M TAFE Centre of Excellence launches fee-free construction courses
Thousands of construction workers across New South Wales and the country are set to benefit from new training opportunities aimed at boosting housing supply, following an $11 million joint investment from
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Sydney Builder Chick highlights journey to Women in Industry Awards
For many tradies, a full workload means juggling site deadlines, quoting jobs and trying to switch off at the end of the day.
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