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What's the Local Hero feature?

Local Hero is one of the most-read sections in Electrical Gems — a good old-fashioned yarn with a tradie who’s doing great things.

We sit down with contractors from across Australia to chat about their business, their journey, and what makes their local Gemcell member a cut above the rest. No fluff, no corporate speak. Just real stories from real people in the trade.

Every Local Hero is different. Some have built their business from the ground up with nothing but a ute and a dream. Others have carved out a niche, given back to their community, or quietly become the most trusted sparkie in their area. Whatever your story looks like, we reckon it’s worth telling.

And it’s not just about you — when you share your experience with your Gemcell member, you’re helping other contractors in the network know where to go for the right products, the right advice, and people who actually give a damn.

Your story, everywhere it matters

Featured in the magazine
Your story runs in Electrical Gems, a bimonthly trade publication read across Australia.

Shared across social media
We’ll amplify your feature across Gemcell’s Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn channels.

Who are we looking for?

You don’t need to be famous or have a big operation. We’re looking for contractors who:

  • Are proud of the work they do and the business they’ve built
  • Have a great relationship with their Gemcell member
  • Have a story worth sharing — could be a tough start, a big win, or something in between
  • Want to be part of a stronger, more connected electrical community

 

 

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