Tiling her own future

Wendy’s path to qualification & business growth Wendy Ramsay recently proudly qualified as a BCITO Floor and Wall Tiler. Not only is Wendy a woman thriving in the trade, she also proves that age is no barrier, earning her qualification in her  50s. From farming to tiling – a diverse journey Wendy’s career journey has…

Healthy Sleep

Welcome back to another Tradie article with Janey- Exercise Physiologist. This month we are getting into some more detail about healthy  sleep and how you can make sure you are waking up feeling refreshed. Sleep isn’t just the amount of time you have your eyes shut,  there’s a bit more to it! You have four…

Hire It All

Kennards Hire provides the equipment—and the confidence—needed to make your job easy. But the true scale of their extensive  equipment range might surprise you. Customers are often surprised to learn just how much gear Kennards Hire has to offer. According to Auckland Area Manager, Nigel Annear, “Kennards Hire has over 14,500 uniquely traceable assets available…

Earn Learn

Gateway for the next generation Ongoing promotion of the specialist trades through EarnLearn’s Gateway programme is critical to attract the next generation of workers.  Showcasing the advantages and opportunities of a career in electrical, plumbing and scaffolding and providing opportunities for school  students to engage with the industry remains a key part of EarnLearn’s focus…

Trades Up

Trades Up – Built By Tradies, For Traides – The Kiwi App Changing The Game Trades Up is a proudly Kiwi-owned and operated app, designed by tradies, for tradies. It’s the first of its kind, revolutionising how tradies connect with customers through seamless, direct, and transparent communication. Putting Tradies First At Trades Up, tradies are…

ACT Safety Limited

A Decade of Leadership in Health and Safety Training For over ten years, ACT Safety Limited has been leading the way in health and safety training across New Zealand. Our passionate drive to foster safer  workplaces has empowered countless individuals, providing them with the essential knowledge and skills to navigate today’s complex work environments. Expansion…

Eftpos Central Group

Payments on the Spot – no more waiting, no more chasing. For tradies, time is money. Tap on Mobile lets you take card payments directly on your smartphone, right at the job site. Skip costly EFTPOS terminals and enjoy  a low monthly fee that won’t eat into your hard-earned profits. Tap on Mobile lets you…

Exercise Well For Wellness

  New to Tradie Lifestyle we catch up with Janey from Exercise Well. Janey will be providing us each issue with great ways to stay fit and healthy through 2025. Janey says working in a physically demanding workforce is tough on the body and mind. Staying fit and healthy  to stay on top of your…

From Fiction to Fact

From fictional muse to real-world apprentice – Patsy Gadsby is making her mark, inspired by an animated character in a fantasy television series. Once a jack of all trades and now an aspiring engineer, Patsy attributes Avatar The Legend of Korra to propelling her into the trade. “I worked as a cleaner and in  a…