Free Women In Trades Evening
Wed, 18 Mar
|372 Gladstone Road, Gisborne 4010, New Zealand
A nationwide series of free in-store evenings celebrating women working in (and entering) the trades.


Time & Location
18 Mar 2026, 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
372 Gladstone Road, Gisborne 4010, New Zealand
About the event
Join Women in Trades 2026 — a nationwide series of free in-store evenings celebrating women working in, and entering, the trades.
The evening offers a relaxed chance to network, enjoy nibbles, and gain practical advice while connecting with other women in trades. Attendees can also hear expert insights from NZ Safety Blackwoods and leading supplier partners.
There will be exclusive giveaways on the night, with attendees able to pick up an epic goodie bag including an exclusive AS Colour Women in Trades event T-shirt (thanks to KingGee, Bollé Safety, 3M and Blundstone), Bollé safety glasses, and more freebies. Stock is limited and available on a first-in, first-served basis.
Guests will also have the chance to Win What’s on the Mannequin — a head-to-toe PPE bundle packed with essential gear.
At selected stores, attendees can meet and chat with experts from brands including Zero, Workwear Group, Overland, 3M, Essity/Tork, CRC, Bisley/PIP, Milwaukee, SC…