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from Florence Magazine October 2021

Tradie Wives

Australia Women in Building & Construction Committee, committed to encouraging other women in the industry and support their businesses.

“My role as the Principal Building Practitioner and Building Inspector demands the highest standard of work and quality and I am very passionate about issues surrounding the building and construction industry,” Astrid said.

“Construction is still very male dominated, but it’s a great career for women.

“Every day is different, it is financially rewarding and there are many opportunities in the profession for women.”

Master Builders WA Executive Director John Gelavis said the rising prominence and work-place excellence of women in the building and construction industry was a testament to the industry embracing change. “There was a time when the building industry was seen as male-dominated, but there has been such a major cultural change in the sector, with women taking up training opportunities and considering construction as their vocation,” he said.

“Encouraging more women into the industry and acknowledging the advantage a more gender-equal workplace has to offer is something we consider a priority.

“Master Builders’ Women Building Australia Awards recognise people who have made a positive contribution to the industry through leadership, support of diversity and inclusion.

“These winners have shown commitment to high standards of excellence and lead by example to continuous learning and healthy workplace practices.

“The winners are great role models for other women looking to enter the industry.”

@Mikhala_beaumont

Mikhala Beaumont Landscaping apprentice and apprentice horticulturist

Canberra, ACT

@gloriadocherty

Gloria Docherty Project manager: I want to inspire women to consider a career in construction and show them how to use property investment to achieve financial success.

Melbourne, Victoria