Issue 5, August 2008
G'day $FirstName!
Well it's been a huge first half of the year here at Club Tradie, having just completed shows in Adelaide, Melbourne and Perth in quick succession. We now have a (very) short break before heading into our brand new venture - National Tradesman's Expo Sydney, which will take place at The Royal Hall of Industries & The Hordern Pavilion at the Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park from 29 - 31 August (only 4 weeks from now).
LEAVING MELBOURNE
But first some news on our second Melbourne show, held back at the end of May. Once again we brought together some of the top brands supplying to tradesmen and contractors in what ended up being a sell-out show. For the first time, we opened up the show to the great outdoors, where Rhys Irwin backed up his Brisbane performance and managed and Australian record of 75 inverted donuts in his S130 in Bobcat Gone Wild! Watched by hundreds of tradies Rhys spun his wheels while the crowd rocked out to local band, Hanging Rock, joined by Phoebe from The Tradie magazine. Not to be outdone, Xavier and his Tradie ladies gave away thousands of dollars worth of prizes in their trivia and arm-wrestling competitions.
One lucky tradie, Gary McElroy, a plumber from Cranbourne in Melbourne's south-east took away more than $15 grand worth of prizes in our Bucketful of Booty competition. Check out the grin on this guy!
OFF TO SYDNEY
And now we pack up our toolboxes and shift camp to Sydney for our very first New South Wales expo. We are now well underway in the planning of what promises to be a huge show at The Entertainment Quarter, where we will take over two big venues. Once again the Bobcat will be wild, Crusty Demons-stylz with Rhys at the controls. The Tradie will again give away thousands of bucks worth of prizes every day, and if you are thirsty for a drink, you can grab a beer with your mates at the fully licensed Toyota Bar. As a special treat for Sydney, the kids can have some fun with the free Bob the Builder jumping castle.
In Sydney we welcome our new partner, Gasweld, who will display and sell all the major power tool brands in a huge 1,200 square metre retail space, with some great deals and value-adds to be had. But not only that, you could meet Miss Milwaukee, roadtest the new Fein Multimaster, check out the new 2008 Light Commercial Vehicle of the Year - the Hyundai I-Load, pick up some great deals on earthmoving and excavation gear, get some great ideas on how to run your business more efficiently, or just browse and compare more than 200 brands - all on display and on sale at the expo.
So if you are like millions of other Sydney-siders, miserable about that recent State of Origin loss (let's just not talk about it, huh), then make sure you cheer yourself up and head on down to The Royal Hall of Industries & The Hordern Pavilion, Entertainment Quarter, Moore Park from Friday 29 - Sunday 31 August from 10am - 6pm, for the National Tradesman's Expo - simply the biggest event of the year for tradesmen and contractors.
See ya there
AT THE SHOW
Semco Machinery - Toro Siteworks Sale
Semco Machinery are selling Toro Siteworks below cost with full warranty on TX420, TX425, and TX525 with both petrol and diesel models available. Visit the Semco Machinery stand at D25.
Crommelins
Just CHOOSE SUBARU and you could win!
With every SUBARU engine or powered product purchased, you have a chance of winning a new model SUBARU IMPREZA RX HATCH! Until the 30th September, 2008, you have a chance to win! Get an entry form from CROMMELINS Machinery at the show when you purchase any SUBARU industrial engine or SUBARU industrial powered product - it's as easy as that! Visit the Crommelins display with Bartell Australia at stand I57
Citroen
FREE ON-ROADS!!
Simply purchase any Citroen BERLINGO or DISPATCH award winning vans from the Citroen stand during the National Tradesman's Expo Sydney and receive free on road costs. Hurry as offer is valid for 3 days only.
Visit the Citroen stand at E30
Your Local Tradesman
Being THE local tradesman will give you the opportunity to work close to home and choose the work that suits you during the work hours that fit in with you and your family. Visit stand F54 in the Royal hall of Industries at the Expo and get 20% off the purchase price of a franchise (Offer valid for 6 months). All new franchises signed up at the show will get the extra gift of $1000 worth of free fuel!! What more incentive do you need?
JLG Prolift
The LiftPod, recognised with a Safe Work Award for the "Best Solution to an Identified Workplace Health and Safety Issue" is the world's first truly portable powered work platform, with a platform height of 2.38 metres and weighing only 70kg. Check it out at the Expo where it will be onsale for the exclusive breakthrough price of $2,949
Visit the JLG Prolift stand at A5
DP Chip
The NEW DP-31 DPChip can give your diesel up to 35% more power and torque and up to 10% better fuel economy. This simple plug and play device works with your vehicle's existing ECU to optimise you fuel system in real time.
All DPChips now include a new 5-year vehicle engine and driveline warranty, 30 day money back guarantee and unmatched technical support. Visit the DP Chip stand at F52 in the Royal Hall of Industries to receive $100 off any DPChip purchased at the show.
Milwaukee Power Tools
Milwaukee Electric Tool introduces a powerful, new professional-grade 12-volt Sub-Compact Driver that is ideal for a variety of applications including electrical work, installation, finish carpentry and other drill/driving tasks. See it and buy at the Expo on stand I60 in the Hordern Pavilion
Webco Tools Pty Ltd
The Ultra Sonic Distance Measure combines a laser pointer, area and volume calculator, data storage and read out with an effective range of up to15 Metres. This phenomenal instrument usually retails in excess of $200.00 and will be available at the Expo, while stocks last, for $99.00.
Or for plumbers, how about this? Pay only $39.00 for a 6 piece Tradesman's Geartech Swivel Head Wrench Set made from high quality chrome vanadium steel. That's less than half price! Visit Webco Tools at stand number L68.
VEK Tools
NTX Sydney Show Special - For all purchases of $300 or more on the VEK TOOLS STAND get your chisel set sharpened for free(max 5 chisels per customer) on the all new Tormek T7 sharpening system. The new T-7 model improves the accuracy and safety in edge tool sharpening thanks to its new innovations. Just visit the V.E.K. Tool stand at E29 in the Royal Hall of Industries.
Work Smart Equipment
Cormidi Tracked Dumpers are designed for those tight access jobs starting at 700mm wide. They also have a high tip bucket to allow tipping loads into skip bins or onto utes or trucks. Purchase any Cormidi Tracked Dumper during the Tradesmans Expo and receive 10% off the recommended retail price (company purchase order or 5% deposit required). Visit the Work Smart Equipment stand at E45
MAS National
MAS National is an Australian Apprenticeships Centre and is celebrating its 10th birthday. Over its 10 years, MAS National has streamlined the processes necessary for an efficient and effective service delivery. As an employer you and or your Australian Apprentice may be eligible for Australian and State Government financial incentives. This is a free service. Just ask us how! Contact 1300 627 628 or visit stand F37 at the Royal Hall of Industries at the Expo.
MCE Lasers
An all new rotating laser from MCE laser, the LAS.203 rotating construction laser level has a high impact plastic/rubber housing, quick and accurate self levelling system both in horizontal and vertical set-ups and a 250 meter (radius) operating area. Get 15% off all new LAS.203 rotating construction lasers at the Expo.
Visit the MCE Lasers display at stand A7
Building Contractor Magazine
Building Contractor mag is now in a new, tradie-friendly large format and its always popular product review pages.
To get your 1 year subscription for only $25 (normal price $55) check out their stand at F35 at the Sydney Expo, and tell them you are a Club Tradie member, or call Mayne Publications on (02) 9452 4517. If you already have a subscription, mention Club Tradie for a free 6 month extension. How good is that? Offer ends August 31st 2008.
Komatsu
Komatsu crawler track skidsteers give increased versatility and higher capacity. Komatsu Australia has released two crawler track skidsteer loaders, the 3.82 tonne CK25-1 and the 4.33 tonne CK35-1, providing increased versatility and higher capacity compared with conventional and competitive skidsteers. These new machines provide significant productivity and versatility advantages compared with conventional rubber-tyre skidsteers, particularly in soft underfoot conditions.
"These new crawler skidsteers combine the compactness and versatility of our rubber-tyre skidsteers with the exceptional weight distribution and traction of crawler tracks," said Carl Grundy, Komatsu Australia's National Sales Manager Utility. "It's not simply an adaptation of our rubber-tyre drivetrain, so there are no compromises - ensuring maximum durability, reliability and productivity".
Be sure to check out these new machines and more on stand C13 at the expo.
QR Recruitment
QR Ltd is a $3 billion a year business, and one of Australia's largest and most modern transport providers. If you're looking for the seachange to sunny Queensland, QR Recruiters are recruiting now for electricians, fitters (diesel, electrical and mechanical), boiler makers, welders, engineers, truck drivers, plant operators. Check them out on stand F55 in the Royal Hall of Industries.
WeldSmart
All Purchases from the WeldSmart stand at the National Tradesman's Expo Sydney will receive a high quality WeldSmart blue polo shirt as well as a free pair of Kevlar stitched Welding Gloves. Just visit the WeldSmart at stand number A6 in the Royal Hall of Industries
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