At just 13, Jomarra Finch walked into a trade college and demanded an enrolment form, despite being told the sparky life was a "man’s world." 

Now a celebrated High Voltage Electrician, she shared how she went from being the only girl in her class to Queensland’s Tradie of the Year.

At just 13, Jomarra Finch walked into a trade college and demanded an enrolment form, despite being told the sparky life was a "man&rsquo;s world."&nbsp;
Now a celebrated High Voltage Electrician, she shared how she went from being the only girl in her class to Queensland&rsquo;s Tradie of the Year.

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Her mum said "be a nurse"—now she’s Queensland’s most celebrated sparky

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Full Show: 4BC Afternoons with Carla Bignasca, March 11th, 2026

Think you need a marriage certificate to lose half the house? Think again. 

Family law expert Hayley Condon revealed the shocking legal reality where secret mistresses and long-term flings can successfully sue for property settlements - even if they never lived under the same roof.

Think you need a marriage certificate to lose half the house?&nbsp;Think again. 
Family law expert Hayley Condon revealed the shocking legal reality where secret mistresses and long-term flings can successfully sue for property settlements - even if they never lived under the same roof.

Secret Families: How "hidden" relationships can sue for settlements

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Howard Smith Wharves is transforming into a massive Mexican fiesta featuring world-famous chefs from Mexico City’s renowned "Taco Chronicles" taqueria. 

Grab a picnic blanket and a custom-brewed cerveza for a family-friendly weekend of live mariachi music and the best tacos you’ll ever taste.

Howard Smith Wharves is transforming into a massive Mexican fiesta featuring world-famous chefs from Mexico City&rsquo;s renowned "Taco Chronicles" taqueria. 
Grab a picnic blanket and a custom-brewed cerveza for a family-friendly weekend of live mariachi music and the best tacos you&rsquo;ll ever taste.

Why Howard Smith Wharves is Brisbane’s ultimate fiesta this weekend

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Her mum said "be a nurse"—now she’s Queensland’s most celebrated sparky

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