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Social Media Strategies for a Sole Trader
For sole traders, social media may feel overwhelming - here is an ideal strategy - few if any will meet this level of social media engagement.
Social Media Strategies for a Sole Trader- May 06 2025
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Role of Company Secretary
The role of a company secretary has changed over time from an administrative role to a role that is relied upon to provide corporate governance support to the directors as well as managing the companys affairs.
Role of Company Secretary- Feb 17 2025
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Making a good first impression
Making a first impression is important, whether for a job interview or as a tradie a quick discussion about a potential job.
Making a good first impression- Dec 27 2024
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Evaporation and Condensation in Action
Biology, physics, and the laws of thermodynamics, sneak into your everyday life via evaporation and condensation
Evaporation and Condensation in Action- Sep 11 2024
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Home Solar Systems
As the world becomes increasingly conscious of the need for sustainable energy solutions, more and more homeowners are turning to the power of the sun to power their homes. Home solar installation has emerged as a popular and practical way to reduce your carbon footprint, save money on energy bills.
Home Solar Systems- Mar 08 2024
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How to save on your Body Corporate Expenses
The complex rules for body corporates can appear to work against keeping maintenance costs down. However these rules or legislated changes in Queensland are actually designed around "acting reasonably".
How to save on your Body Corporate Expenses- Jan 05 2024
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Fix a Snapped Surfboard?
Certain boards feel best when they are relatively light. There is also the flex factor. Some boards feel really nice and springy, especially in the first few months.
Fix a Snapped Surfboard?- Dec 29 2023
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Tradie Website Mistakes
Would you knock on someones door you do not know and ask them to use you as their electrician?
Tradie Website Mistakes- Dec 14 2023
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Rocks used in Construction
Rocks are the unassuming heroes of construction. They shaped the landscapes we call home and are used all around. We explore rocks essential role in building foundations and structures surrounding us.
Rocks used in Construction- Dec 07 2023
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Formwork: Foundation for Successful Construction
At its core, formwork in construction refers to the temporary mold or structure used to shape and support concrete until it becomes self-supporting. It is a template that holds the concrete in place as it sets and gains strength.
Formwork: Foundation for Successful Construction- Apr 28 2023
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How to become an Electrician in Australia
An electrician is a skilled individual who specialises in installing, maintaining, and repairing electrical systems and components.
How to become an Electrician in Australia- Mar 28 2023
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Asbestos Audit and Register Review
The danger of asbestos is well known. It is mainly of concern if your building was constructed before 31 December 1989.
Asbestos Audit and Register Review- Mar 23 2023
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Tradesmen Call-Out Fees
Navigating the issues in tradesmen call-out fees. Advice on what to do in a dispute.
Tradesmen Call-Out Fees- Nov 04 2022
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Managing your business overheads
Business overhead costs are expenses that are related to the day-to-day running of a business.
Managing your business overheads- Jul 13 2022
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What is stainless steel?
We have all seen chrome like steel used in saucepans, sinks, tow bars and marine applications. Did you know there are different grades and finishes?
What is stainless steel?- Jun 13 2022
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What are Australian Standards?
Standards Australia prepares and publishes voluntary technical and commercial standards that are often used as the basis for occupational safety and health regulations in the workplace and the public realm. Standards are also incorporated into many legal contracts.
What are Australian Standards?- Oct 11 2021
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Calculating a Charge-Out Rate
How to calculate the charge-out rate for your business.
Calculating a Charge-Out Rate- Jul 21 2021
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Testing And Tagging: What You Need To Know
The regulations on testing and tagging state that a competent person can carry out electrical testing and tagging.
Testing And Tagging: What You Need To Know- Jun 14 2021
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Termidor Transfer Effect Explained
Hence whenever a termite comes into contact with a treated zone they become a carrier, transfering Termidor ? to other termites it comes in contact with.
Termidor Transfer Effect Explained- Mar 24 2021
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SEO for Gold Coast Tradies
The trade-off for a Gold Coast tradesman considering SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) is whether to do it yourself or hire an SEO.
SEO for Gold Coast Tradies- Mar 16 2021
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Should You Get An Irrigation System For Your Home?
A good irrigation system will save water. By watering the correct amount of water when it is needed, it avoids over watering.
Should You Get An Irrigation System For Your Home?- Feb 01 2021
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Competitive Advantage
Competitive advantage is the leverage a Business or a Nation has over its competitors. One of the least risky approaches is improving Market Penetration.
Competitive Advantage- Dec 21 2020
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The psychology of pricing services and products
Small Business Owners set and adjust their prices for their products and services to respond to the changing marketplace and economic climate; increases in overheads, labour and material costs increases; to remain competitive and meet the expectations of customers; and to attract new clients.
The psychology of pricing services and products- Nov 30 2020
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Tyre Vulcanizer
Your father may have taught you how to change a tyre, in the Philippines it is going to be done by the numerous vulcanizing shops.
Tyre Vulcanizer- Oct 01 2020
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Using Grey Water on your Garden
Grey Water is household wastewater usually from the laundry and the bathroom.
Using Grey Water on your Garden- Sep 28 2020
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Queensland Mining Tools and Equipment
Australian firms provide mining equipment across many areas of mine development and operation, offering innovative and unique solutions to improve performance and productivity.
Queensland Mining Tools and Equipment- Sep 16 2020
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Injury Compensation Lawyers
Lawyers practising exclusively in their Field of Expertise achieve the best results.
Injury Compensation Lawyers- Jun 10 2020
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5 tips on how to evaluate a painting quote
If it sounds to good to be true it probably is. (be wary of quotes a lot lower than professionals) Updated 10th June 2020
5 tips on how to evaluate a painting quote- Jun 10 2020
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Energy Efficiency of Light Bulbs
If you are renovating or considering making your home more energy efficient, plenty can be done with lights. Updated 10 June 2020
Energy Efficiency of Light Bulbs- Jun 02 2020
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Tyre Pressure
One of the most neglected tasks in motoring is checking tyre pressures.
Tyre Pressure- Apr 21 2020
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Washing Machine Repairs
Did you know some washing machine modules can now give an electric shock even after the washing machine is unplugged.
Washing Machine Repairs- Apr 14 2020
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Pre Purchase Pest Inspection. Why do I need one?
You are about to make a big investment, possibly one of the biggest you have ever made.
Pre Purchase Pest Inspection. Why do I need one?- Apr 08 2020
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Personal injury Claims & Compensation
Following your injury, you should seek medical treatment as soon as possible and return for follow-ups.
Personal injury Claims & Compensation- Nov 27 2019
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Car Detailing - more than a car wash
Car detailing is a thorough cleaning process to both the interior and exterior of a car. It is far more than a car wash and clean.
Car Detailing - more than a car wash- Jul 22 2019
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Business Security Brisbane
Ralph Weiss started Weiss Electrical Brisbane from Annerley, Queensland in 1992 - and has been servicing residential, commercial and industrial customers for over 25 years in the greater Brisbane area.
Business Security Brisbane- Feb 26 2019
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Pool Cleaning
Pool cleaning involves comprehensive water analysis, balancing chemicals and their supply, vacuuming, brooming, leaf raking. It may be very difficult to estimate the actual cost per swim in your pool.
Pool Cleaning- Feb 01 2019
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Renewable Energy Scorecard
Renewable energy report card in Australia
Renewable Energy Scorecard- Dec 17 2018
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The Dukes of Hazard
Tyre replacement and inflation is a daily procedure for the tyre and wheel industry Millions of tyres are replaced each year, so it may seem a simple task to replace or inflate a tyre but it can be a serious hazard causing injury and death.
The Dukes of Hazard- Nov 26 2018
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Printing Stickers and Other Pressing Matters
Today the terms stickers, decals and labels are interchangeable but their origins and applications are slightly different.
Printing Stickers and Other Pressing Matters- Oct 17 2018
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What do we mean by home automation?
What do we mean by home automation
What do we mean by home automation?- Jun 11 2018
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Landscape Gardens - Theology, Mythology & Reality
Landscape Garden - Theology, Mythology and Reality
Landscape Gardens - Theology, Mythology & Reality- May 15 2018
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What Are Power Factor Charges?
Industrial or Commercial premises may be subject to Power Factor Charges in their electricity bills. Essentially this unused capacity results in costs to the commercial premisis.
What Are Power Factor Charges?- May 02 2018
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How well do you know your mechanic?
How well do you know your mechanic? Can they do a complete Log Book Service?
How well do you know your mechanic?- Nov 23 2017
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ELECTRICITY AND WATER - A Dangerous Combination
You can become electricitys path to the ground if you are touching water that touches electricity.
ELECTRICITY AND WATER - A Dangerous Combination- Oct 12 2017
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Bookkeeping Using Xero
A Gold Coast company is making it easier for tradies to do what they do best.
Bookkeeping Using Xero- Jun 06 2017
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Kitchen Renovation
This is a great opportunity to look at the results of a kitchen renovation.
Kitchen Renovation- Oct 14 2016
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Keep your coils clean
Gold Coast refrigerator repairs expert Mark of eastcoastappliances.com.au suggest the most important life extending maintenance to your fridge is to keep the coils clean
Keep your coils clean- Apr 19 2016
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Custom Timber Furniture
Steps in the Custom Timber Process
Custom Timber Furniture- Aug 10 2015
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What you need to know about CCTV Cameras
How to tell if a CCTV system (closed circuit television surveillance systems) is best for your needs.
What you need to know about CCTV Cameras- Jun 16 2015
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Does your bathroom smell?
When your bathroom sink or drain smells its time to call the plumber.
Does your bathroom smell?- Jun 16 2015
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Faulty Appliances
Faulty Appliances are both a fire and safety risk. There is the risk of electric shock.
Faulty Appliances- Jun 16 2015
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Types of utes for hire
Hiring a truck or ute on the Gold Coast
Types of utes for hire- Jun 12 2015
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Energy Efficient Lighting
Household energy use in Australia has rapidly increased largely due to larger homes with more lights.
Energy Efficient Lighting- Jun 12 2015
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Bond Cleaning with multiple cleaners
Teams of two or four cleaning professionals are sent to the house depending on its size and the level of work required.
Bond Cleaning with multiple cleaners- Jun 02 2015
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Tips on getting the best from your washing machine
Tips on getting the best from your washing machine
Tips on getting the best from your washing machine- May 08 2015
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Visualise your kitchen renovation
How to make your kitchen renovation as simple as can be.
Visualise your kitchen renovation- Apr 09 2015
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Level Line Plumbing
Level Line Plumbing, Drainage and Gas are available for an emergency plumbing problems 24 hours a day,
Level Line Plumbing- Mar 24 2015
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Kitchen Renovations - where to start
You kitchen renovation - how to save
Kitchen Renovations - where to start- Mar 17 2015
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Is your washing machine actually broken?
If your lid switch fails your washing machine may not start. The lid switch is designed to cut the motor circuit - as a safety mechanism.
Is your washing machine actually broken?- Mar 05 2015
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6 reasons to Hire a vehicle
Hire a vehicle or use a removalist?
6 reasons to Hire a vehicle- Feb 23 2015
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Recommendations to avoid electric shock
Recommendations to avoid electric shock
Recommendations to avoid electric shock- Feb 23 2015
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Termites not covered under insurance policies
Most insurance companies do NOT cover termite damage in a typical home building policy.
Termites not covered under insurance policies- Feb 20 2015
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Independent Electrical Contractor Palm Beach
Independent Electrical Contractor Palm Beach- Sep 26 2014
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Why Electrical Safety Switches are important
What to do if a safety switch is activated
Why Electrical Safety Switches are important- Aug 08 2014
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Life is too short for an old kitchen
Life is too short for an old kitchen- Jul 21 2014
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Award Winning Tradesmen
We are proud to have a selection of industry recognised and award winning tradesmen in this directory.
Award Winning Tradesmen- Apr 04 2014
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Why it is best to use quality paints
Painting is a very labour intensive trade the ratio of labour to materials is about 5 parts labour to 1 part material (more material for new work)
Why it is best to use quality paints- Mar 12 2014
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Do Whirlybirds work?
Your roof cavity can become an oven - ie exceed 60+ degrees Celsius. In extreme weather the temperature of the air can climb as high as 75 degrees!
Do Whirlybirds work?- Sep 23 2013
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Ducted Air Conditioning Gold Coast
Ducted Air Conditioning Gold Coast- Sep 19 2013
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Two Inspectors are better than one
A licensed builder who will look for issues, get up on the roof and do a thorough inspection not just a quick walk through. Providing you with a comprehensive report and piece of mind.
Two Inspectors are better than one- Sep 12 2013
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Electrician Gold Coast - Brisbane
JT Electrical come highly recommended. Jeff is very easy to get along with and practical in the way a tradesman needs to be.
Electrician Gold Coast - Brisbane- Aug 14 2013
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Video Marketing for Tradesmen
Video is a very effective marketing tool for tradesmen and small business.
Video Marketing for Tradesmen