The Tool Belt

Tips for Tradies

A southerly whips through a half-built house in Dunedin. It’s midwinter. Your boots are full of mud, rain’s pooling in

A southerly whips through a half-built house in Dunedin. It’s midwinter. Your boots are full of mud, rain’s pooling in

A southerly whips through a half-built house in Dunedin. It’s midwinter. Your boots are full of mud, rain’s pooling in

Alright, let’s talk about getting yourself sorted for 2026. You’re out there on the tools all day, doing the hard

Buying your first home is a massive deal, right? It’s exciting, and you’re probably buzzing with ideas. But sometimes, when

So, you’re thinking about a career change, eh? Maybe you’ve seen the ‘Help Wanted’ signs pop up more than usual

Right, let’s talk about that feeling when the tools feel heavier than usual and the weekend can’t come soon enough.

Right, let’s talk about 2026. You’re probably flat out, smashing through jobs, and the last thing you want is for

Right, let’s talk about the tax stuff that could actually affect your wallet as a tradie in 2026. Things are

Right, let’s talk about keeping your gear safe. You know how it is – one minute your favourite drill is

Thinking about starting a trade business in 2026? It’s a big decision, and you’re probably wondering if it’s the right

Right then, you’re probably wondering what’s coming up for us plumbers in 2026, especially here in good old NZ. It