As far as a solid work/life balance goes, Superbikes rider Paris Hardwick is very much pushing the limits. The 19-year-old thrill-seeker will be working as a carpenter one day, then racing motorbikes with
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Brickies TV show back for another season
Popular BBC Three show Brickies is back this week for its second season. If you haven’t tuned in, you’re missing out with some hilarious banter to be seen on this reality TV show. Basically,
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Tom from The Block talks TV and plumbing
What do plumbing and starring in reality TV have in common? They’re both about finding the right fit, as Tom Calleja discovered. The 2022 The Block contestant never thought he’d become one of Australia’s
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Trailglazier: Emily Hessell on being own boss
A desire to get away from the stuffy life of desk work saw Emily Hessell landing a dynamic and independent career in glazing. It wasn’t a profession the 29-year-old said she thought she’d enjoy a decade
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The Block’s Jenny talks TAFE and reality tv
From diving into carpentry and building a house, to suddenly being thrust into the world of reality TV, the last 18 months have been an absolute roller coaster for Jenny Heath. The 25-year-old chippy,
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Tradie profile: site managing with Rob Verdouw
Site Manager Rob Verdouw talks to The Tradie about timber, Tasmania and a life on the tools. TRADIE: Can you give us some background on your experience in the industry? Rob: I’m a senior site manager,
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Lizzy’s concreting career solid as a rock
A spur of the moment decision to become a concreter has resulted in Lizzy Eaton finding her dream profession. It hasn’t always been easy for the 38-year-old former cop, but Lizzy has paved a path that
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Lady Tradies: Roxanne Danaghey
Construction is the most male-dominated industry in Australia, with women making up only 12 per cent of the workforce and even less in operational roles. Surprisingly, despite measures for diversity this
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