Thisyear’sHandyTradesBookletis packedwithusefulinformationabout whotocontactforallthosejobsneeded forboththeinteriorandexteriorofyour homeorproperty,whetherit’sintownor thecountry.
Notably,thisyearwe’ve seenmanybusinesses expandingtheirservices toaddressthechallengesof climatechange,offeringsensible andsustainablesolutions.
Wehopeyou’llkeepthishandy referencebookletnearby,as youneverknowwhenyoumight needtoreplacecurtains,finda painterorpaperhanger,replace awindow,seeklegalservices, repairyourvehicle,orcallona plumber,builder,orcontractor. You’llfinditanexcellentguide forboththesmallandlargejobs thatarisearoundyourhomeor property.
Dunedinboastsavibrant buildingandconstruction industry,richwithinnovation andexpertisethatissecond tonone.It’shometosomeof thecountry’sbestandmost skilledtradespeople.Remember
thatbuildersandrelated professionalsareoftenbooked monthsinadvance,soit’swise toplananymajorprojectswell aheadoftime.
It’snotjustintimesof emergencythatwerelyon skilledtradespeople—thereare alwaysprojectstotackle,from homeandgardenrenovations tovehicleservicingandrepairs. You’llfindeverythingyouneed righthereinthistradedirectory.
Allouradvertisershavethe knowledgeandexperienceto workwithouruniqueclimatic conditions,ensuringtheir workmanshipstandsthetest oftimeandprotectsourmost importantinvestments—our homesandproperties.
Ifyoucontactanyofour advertisers,pleasementionthat yousawtheiradvertisementin the2026TradesBooklet.
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Takinga proactive approachto yourhealth Maintaininggoodhealthinvolvesacombinationofself-care, preventivemeasures,andregularcheck-ups.
Visitingvarioushealth professionalscanhelpkeep yourbodyintopcondition andcancertainlycontributeto youroverallhealth: Dentist: Regulardentalcheck-upshelp preventcavities,gumdisease,and
otheroralhealthissues.Dentists candetectearlysignsofhealth problemslikediabetesorheart diseasebasedonoralhealth. Cleaninghelpsremoveplaque, preventingtoothdecay.Visityour dentistevery6monthsforcheckupsandcleanings.Brushtwicea
dayandflossdaily.
Doctor(GeneralPractitioner/ Physician)
Aprimarycaredoctorhelpswith overallhealth,screenings,and diseaseprevention.
Routinephysicalexamscancatch earlywarningsignsofchronic conditions(likehypertension, cholesterol,diabetes,etc.Doctors offervaccinations,bloodtests,and guidanceonmanagingexisting conditions.
Scheduleanannualcheck-up tomonitorgeneralhealth.Don’t hesitatetovisitforhealthconcerns orpreventiveadvice.
MassageTherapy
Massagetherapyhelpswith muscletension,painrelief,and relaxation.Regularmassagescan reducestress,alleviatemuscular discomfort,andpromotebetter bloodcirculation.Italsoimproves flexibilityandcanrelievechronic conditionssuchaslowerbackpain orheadaches.
Considermonthlysessionsor whenyoufeeltightnessorstress. Letthemassagetherapistknow anyareasofdiscomfort.
ExerciseClasses
Regularexerciseiskeytostaying fitandmaintainingahealthybody weight.Itboostscardiovascular health,improvesmusclestrength, andincreasesflexibility.Itcan reducetheriskofchronicdiseases likediabetes,heartdisease,and obesity.Groupfitnessclassescan alsoprovidemotivationandsocial benefits.Trydifferentclasseslike yoga,Pilates,cycling,orstrength training.Consistencyiskey—aim foratleast3–4sessionsperweek.
EarSpecialist
Earspecialistsassesshearing, balance,andotherear-related issues.
Regularvisitstoanaudiologistor ENT(ear,nose,andthroatdoctor) canhelpdetecthearinglossearly, manageearinfections,andaddress balanceissues.It’scrucialtoget
hearing checks if you ’ re exposed to loud noises or noticehearing changes. See an earspecialist if you experience symptoms like hearingloss, ringing in the ears, or dizziness. Annualhearing tests are a good idea, especiallyas you age. General Tips for Maintaining Health
We needto stay hydrated and eat a balanced diet rich invitamins, minerals,and fibre Make sure you get enough sleep (7-9 hours a night) to support immune function and overall well-being
Manage stress through mindfulness, meditation, or relaxation techniques or even a long, relaxing soak in the bath Avoid smoking and limit alcohol consumption to reduce health risks.
Regular visits to these health professionals, combined with healthy habits, ensure you ’ re taking a proactive approach to maintaining your overall health.
Changingyourdécor doesn’tneedtobecostly Cushions,rugs,throws,chaircovers,bedding,andpillows areallexamplesofwhatcanbepractical,comfortable,and decorative,makingitsomucheasiertochangethefeelof yourroomfromwintertosummer.
Whilethetrendforneutral interiorshaslongbeena favourite,therearesigns thatthistrendismakingwayfor morecolourintheformofpaintand wallpaper.It’spossibletobrightenup aroombyexperimentingwithcolour andtexture,andallwithoutbreaking thebank.
Sustainabilityisakeyconsideration asnaturalmaterialscometothe fore,withpopularcoloursinhomes includingpastelhues,olivegreenand othercoloursrelatedtonature.
Thehumblepotplantisalso makingacomeback,andgarden centreselectionshavegrown considerablyoverthelastcoupleof years.Wool-filledpillowsandduvets arebecomingamorepopularbedding choice.
Lighting,floorandtablelamps
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arebeingusedmoreinthehome, withquirkydesignsavailable,suchas lampswithrabbitearsorevendogs withalightbulbintheirmouths. Floorcushionsandrugsareseeinga revival,witharugmakingasignificant differencetoahardfloor.
Bedroomsarereceivingmore attention,withplentytoenhancethe decor,whethermasculine,feminine orforchildren.Bedding,duvetcovers, pillows,lightingandcushionscan transformafunctionalroomintoa comfortablehaven.Favouritepieces offurniture,suchasacouchorspecial chair,canbereupholsteredrather thanthrownout.
Severalexperiencedupholsterers arestillmasteringthisartlocally. Thisresurgenceofvibrantcolour andtextureistransforminghomes acrossthecountry.
Designingand landscapingyour garden Gardensallcomedowntopersonaltaste.Someofyoumay enjoyastructuredgarden,whileotherspreferthecottage style,andsomeprefereasycare.
Startingagardenfromnew iseasierthantakingover anestablishedproperty, althoughvisionisrequiredtobe ableto‘see’thefinalproduct. Landscapedesignerscanhelpin thisrespectandhavetremendous creativeability,offeringideasas wellassolutions.
You’llneedawishlist,an understandingoftheclimate,sun andsoilandabudget!Aplanof thesection,toscale,willalsobe needed.Considertheimmediate needsofyourfamilyandalsohow theymightchangeinthefutureas thefamilyages.
Easy-caresectionsthese dayscanbegood-lookingwith judicioususeofpavers,foliage,
andotherdecorations.Itisgreat toaddsomeartintoyourgarden, andhavingawaterfeatureadds thattouchofserenitytoany garden.
Fencingoffunsightlyareasin thegardenbyusingdecorative screensforprivacyaddsinterest, andthere’savastselectionof sizesandfinishestochoosefrom. Containergardeningispopular, givingflexibilityinthatitcan bemovedaroundtocreatea freshlook.Pre-plantedbaskets, shrubsinpots,windowboxesand flowersinunusualcontainers suchasoldboots,oldbicycles, withappropriatedrainage,canall createastunningtalkingpoint.
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Gates,Gravel, andEarthworks –MadeEasy Needanewfrontgate,atidydriveway,orafull-scale landscapingmakeover?
You’reinluck!Ourregion ispackedwithskilled contractorswhocanhandle justaboutanything.
Fromthebigjobstothesmall touches,thesefolkshavethe gearandtheknowledge.Think diggers,graders,bulldozers,and trucksfortheheavylifting.Or,if it’sacompactjob,bobcats,post holeborers,andforkliftsareready toroll.
Andit’snotjustabout
machinery—localhirecompanies andsupplierskeeptheessentials flowing,likegravel,aggregate,and topsoil.Perfectforeverythingfrom majordevelopmentstosprucing upyourbackyard.
Thebestpart?These professionalstakerealpridein theirwork.So,whetheryou’re planningaruralprojectoranurban upgrade,youcancountontopnotchresultseverytime.
Haveyoureally thoughtaboutair conditioning? Airconditioningisn’tjustaboutstayingcoolonahotday.
Itcanactuallyhelpimprovethe airyoubreathebycirculatingand filteringit,removingpollutants andevenmold.That’sabigplusfor anyonewhosuffersfromallergies orasthmabecauseitreduces theirritantsthatcantriggeran attack.Ofcourse,thisonlyworks ifyoukeepyoursystemcleanand changethefiltersregularly.
Havingahomethat’s comfortableallyearroundis somethingmostofuswant,so it’sworthtakingthetimetofigure outwhatwillsuityourspaceand lifestylebest.There’sahugerange
ofheatingandcoolingoptionsout there,nomatterwhatclimateyou livein.Yourchoicewilloftencome downtothesizeofyourhome andtheareasyouwanttoheator cool.Thenthereareotherthings tothinkabout,likeenergyratings, whetheryouwantasplitsystem oramulti-system,andeventhe colouranddesign.Themarketis alwayschanging,sotheeasiest waytostartisbybookingahome assessment.Talkingtosomeone whocanexplaineverythinginplain languagemakesthewholeprocess alotlessoverwhelming.
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PlumbingProblems? CallinthePros! Youarehandyaroundthehouse,andyou’vewatchedafew YouTubevideos,gotyourtoolboxready,andthink,“Howhard canitbe?”
Ihaveheardthisphrasesomany timesfrombothmenand women!
Butwhenitcomestoplumbing inNewZealand,mostofitis what’scalled“restrictedwork.” Thatmeansit’sactuallyillegalto DIYyourplumbing,gasfitting,or drainlaying.Why?Becauseone wrongmovecouldleadtoleaks, contamination,gashazards,ora veryunhappyinsurancecompany.
So,whenthepipesstartto gurgleorthattapwon’tstop dripping,doyourselfafavour:call apro.
WhenyouhireaMaster Plumber,you’renotjustgettinga plumber;you’regettingpeaceof mind.
MasterPlumbersmembers havecertifyingtradespeopleon
theirteam,thetopqualificationin theindustry.Thesearethefolks whomakesureeveryjobisdone safely,legally,andexpertly.
Andit’snotjustaboutfixing leaks.MasterPlumberscanhelp witheverythingfrombathroom renovations,gasheatingand hotwater,solarinstallations,as wellasdrainageandhomewater systems.
Ifitinvolveswater,gas,orpipes, they’vegotyoucovered.
Fromleakytapstofull bathroommakeovers,plumbing isonejobbestlefttotheexperts. Sonexttimeyouhearthattelltale drip-drip-drip,skipthewrench andcallaMasterPlumber. Becausewhenthewater’srunning right,lifejustflowsbetter.
TheArtof Signwriting: FromBrushstrokes toBytes Signwritinghasundergonearemarkabletransformationover thedecades,evolvingfromameticulous,hands-oncraftinto aseamlessblendoftraditionalartistryanddigitalprecision.
Whatwasoncethedomain ofskilledartisanswielding brushesandenamelpaints isnowafieldshapedbysoftware, vinylcutters,andhigh-resolution printers.
Initsearlydays,signwritingwas atrueartform.Signwriterswere mastersofbrushcontrol,letterforms, shading,andgoldleaftechniques. Armedwithrulers,compasses,and tracingpaper,theywouldspenddays, sometimeslonger,hand-lettering signsonshopfronts,vehicles,and billboards.Longwoodensticks, knownasMahlsticks,helpedsteady theirhandsastheyworkedwith enamelpaintstocreatedurable signage.
The1980smarkedaturningpoint. Theintroductionofcomputer-cut vinylletteringanddigitaldesign softwarerevolutionisedtheindustry. Whatoncetookhoursofcareful planningandexecutioncouldnow becompletedinminutes.Layouts becameeditable,scalable,andeasily replicated.Efficient,butsomething waslostintheprocess.
Whiledigitaltoolsbroughtspeed andconsistency,theyoftenlacked thewarmthandcharacterofhandpaintedsigns.
Today,signageisalmostentirely computer-generated.Fromfull vehiclewrapstomassivedigital billboards,thepossibilitiesare endless.
