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G’day, champions!
Hope your Tuesday’s kicking off smoother than a freshly oiled…never mind.
Smoko Mail is rolling out another round of laughs, tales, and top deals. The day’s just starting, the tools are ready, and we’ve got some absolute belters lined up. Grab your coffee, settle in, and let’s dive into today’s Smoko.
Cheers,
Liam
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Weekly Wrap Up
Free Breakfast Roll for Tradies at Chargrill Charlie’s This Friday
This September 19, the first 50 tradies showing up in hi‑vis at any Chargrill Charlie’s in Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane will score a free breakfast roll with chips and a 600 ml drink. Just say “Tools Down. Rolls Up.” and enjoy a well-earned break. Who was it that said hi-vis can get you into anything? Turns out they weren’t wrong.Queensland Construction Company Collapse Finally Frees Families to Complete Homes
The collapse of a Queensland construction company left dozens of families with unfinished homes and mounting financial stress. Homeowners like single mother Felicity Cameron, who had paid a $10,000 deposit, can now begin finding new builders to finish their properties, though many remain uncertain about how to recoup lost money.Government Offers $10,000 Bonus to Keep Tradies in Apprenticeships
The federal government is introducing a new cash incentive to help apprentices finish their qualifications instead of leaving for higher-paying unskilled jobs. The program offers $10,000 in payments, delivered in $2,000 installments on top of apprentices' wages. Since July, 1,291 construction apprentices have been approved for the program, with carpenters, electricians, and plumbers making up most of the approvals, and Victoria leading the way. The initiative aims to address the skills shortage and housing crisis by encouraging more people to start and complete apprenticeships.
TOOLS & GEAR
A Saw, a Drill, and a Combo Kit Walk Into a Bar
🔧 DeWalt DCS356N 18V XR Brushless Oscillating Multi-Tool – A Look Under the Hood: This bare-unit DeWalt 18V XR brushless oscillating multi-tool (DCS356N-XJ skin only) delivers up to 20,000 opm and has a 3-speed selector + quick-change blades. Right now it’s priced at $278.00 (30% off retail!), great for tradies who want efficiency, versatility, and cleaner cuts on site. Interested? Check it out here.
Makita M3600B 1/2-Inch Plunge Router: This MT-Series Makita beast packs a 1,650W motor with a 12.7mm collet, 0-60mm plunge depth and a no-load speed of 22,000rpm. If you're chasing clean grooves, solid control, and serious power for routing thick timber this is one to have. Right now you can pick it up for $279, a fair bit under retail. Interest? Check it out here.
Milwaukee M18 FUEL 165 mm Circular Saw – Tool Only, ~$349
This beast from Milwaukee delivers corded-like power in an 18V brushless package. With a POWERSTATE motor, REDLINK+ electronics, magnesium guards, LED light, electric brake and rafter hook, it’s built for serious tradies. A downright bargain at $349, saving you ~$40 off full price. Interested? Check it out here.
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And that’s all she wrote for today’s Smoko Mail! Thanks for sticking with us through the deals, banter, and tradie tales. Keep your hi‑vis clean, your tools sharper, and make sure you sneak in a proper smoko. We’ll catch you in your inbox next week!
Cheers,
Liam