The Tradie: Talkin' Tools and Toys

17/09/2025

Those working on a variety of sites, whether it be mining, construction or other trade-based industries will have all their needs covered with the Oliver AT 65 Series boots.
For this Tradie Tough Test, we ventured out to a quarry at Avalon east of Melbourne to join Denholm Hayter, who works as an operator for material management firm Lantrak.

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09/09/2025

Are you a contractor sorting out what insurance types you do and don't need? Check this out 🧠🤙👷‍♂️

BBizCover Australia

Business Insurance Packs are customisable insurance bundles that can help tradies protect their business premises and contents.

09/09/2025

Looking to support local? Here's why tradies should consider independent suppliers from HBT National Buying Group 💡👷🤙

You mightn’t know it, but HBT spans across Australia with 950 members, spanning 1,196 stores and 500 suppliers.

09/09/2025

Overloading your truck might not seem like a big deal—especially if it “feels fine” to drive... but there's more to it.

Truck Assist

When it comes to staying safe (and on the right side of the law), knowing your truck’s limits can matter more than you might think.

09/09/2025

This saw cuts metal cold, quick, and clean, with minimal sparks, so you don’t have to spend time cleaning up or deburring 👷💪🪚

Bosch Professional Power Tools and Accessories

Tradies, listen up - cordless metal cutting is no longer a pipedream thanks to Bosch’s GCD 18V-355 Professional Cold Cut Saw.

01/09/2025

“With performance and price similar to other cements, plus the environmental features, there’s no reason why you wouldn’t use it.” 🤙👷‍♂️💡

Bayswater Mitre 10 Cement Australia

Cement Australia's Low Carbon Cement has been doing the rounds, with tradies and suppliers alike singing its praises.

01/09/2025

In the current climate, having the right supplier makes all the difference. Find out how at Carpentry Expo 👷💡🤙

Dahlsens

A strong partnership with your materials supplier is crucial to success, and Dahlsens has a proven track record of being irreplaceable to tradies and builders.

01/09/2025

Think you're getting the raw end of the bargain? Check this out. 💪👷💡

NextMinute

If you’re like most tradies running a crew, you’ve probably wondered if your labour rates are actually covering the cost of the job, let alone turning a profit.

01/09/2025

This composite decking is easier to install and easier to maintain compared to its timber colleagues.

Trex Company

The inventor and leading global brand of composite decking is giving tradies and their homeowner customers alternatives to traditional timber

01/09/2025

Kennards Hire has unveiled a plethora of services designed to make tradies' lives much easier.

Kennards Hire’s Craigieburn Branch opened earlier in 2025, and Scott’s seen a lot of tradies in the area working on new home builds.

01/09/2025

Tile cuts? Grout removal? Metal grinding? Floor refinishing in tight corners? All a cinch for this new grinder from Arbortech 🤙😎

Arbortech’s new MG1000 Mini Grinder, running on the high-quality DEWALT battery system, is built for tradies who need power.

21/08/2025

📣Tradie Tough Test alert! 📣
Chippy Toby Spicer from Pillar Constructions spends a lot of his time on big construction sites where having a versatile kit on-hand is vital for a day’s work.
Bosch has balanced new tech with simplicity with the GLM 50-27 CG laser measure, built tough for day-to-day hard yakka.

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