If you've ever done any work with lighting technicians, you'll know that some of them can be…read moreterribly superior about their knowledge of various lights and the other gear that's needed to make them work. This can make talking with them sometimes a bit intimidating if you're not a pro. I'm so happy to report that the people at Kenderdine Hire don't have this attitude at all; they're always really helpful and happy to talk you though what you need, even if you don't really know yourself. I've even mistakenly ordered one thing, got there and realised my mistake, and they've been totally fine about it, even though it's a pain in the arse for them. They're also community minded and often help out with various community projects. Thumbs up Kenderdine.

Placemakers is basically a delux hardware store. They've got everything you could possibly need to…read moremake your DIY dream come true... Personally, i'm more of a Bunnings girl. The staff are waaaay nicer and definitely efficient. Don't expect any sort of hello when you enter Placemakers. Need assistance? The 10 staff on the floor are suddenly no where to be found. We came in recently to buy outdoor rubbish bins. We found them (sans lids, which were missing) and headed to the check-out counter, which was manned by one lone ranger. After watching them struggle to process the transaction of the lady in front of us we gave up and drove down the road to Bunnings! Pick up your game Placemakers!