Questions people ask in Alice Springs
Who to ring for what, and how the Hub works. Tap a question to see the answer.
Finding a local trade
Where is the Alice Springs trades directory?
The SCNTpl Hub at scntpl.com is a free Alice Springs trades directory that also covers Central Australia. It takes no fee and no cut, and you ring each business direct.
Where can I find local tradespeople in Alice Springs?
On this Hub, a free directory of independent Alice Springs and Central Australia businesses. Pick a trade and ring the business direct. Every listing is reviewed before it goes live, and each business sets its own prices.
Who fixes broken glass or windows in Alice Springs?
Central Glazing, a family-owned local glazier at 1/19 Kidman Street, Ciccone NT 0870. Phone 08 8902 2865. Open Monday to Thursday 8:00am to 4:30pm, Friday 8:00am to 2:30pm. After hours 0437 296 613, or Administration / Enquiries 0418 844 776.
Is there a 24 hour glazier in Alice Springs for an emergency re-secure?
Yes. Central Glazing in Ciccone runs a 24 hour re-secure emergency service. After hours call 0437 296 613, or Administration / Enquiries 0418 844 776.
Who does electrical work in Alice Springs and out bush?
Sawtell Contracting NT, the Alice Springs business that runs this directory. Sawtell Contracting NT Pty Ltd, NT electrical contractor licence C 4385. Its own site, sawtellcontractingnt.com, takes electrical enquiries.
How the Hub works
Does the Hub set prices?
No. Each business sets its own prices and quotes you direct. The Hub is a free directory and takes no fee and no cut.
How do I choose a trade?
Ring the business and ask what the job involves and how long it will take. Out here, ask about distance and after hours too: Sawtell Contracting NT works across Central Australia, up to about 500 km out, and Central Glazing runs a 24 hour re-secure line for broken glass. Each trade page lists what to ask before you book.
Do listed businesses work out bush?
It depends on the business, so ask when you ring. Sawtell Contracting NT works across Central Australia, up to about 500 km out. Central Glazing's listing is for Alice Springs.
My trade is not listed. How do I get on the Hub?
Run a local trade in Alice Springs or Central Australia and want to be found? List your business free. Every listing is reviewed before it goes live, and only with your consent.
How do I start an electrical apprenticeship in Alice Springs?
The NT Government says you must be at least 15 years old to apply, and an apprenticeship takes about 3 to 4 years. The steps are: search for an apprenticeship, apply with an employer, sign a training contract, find a training organisation, and register a training plan. Apprenticeships NT answers questions about training contracts. An electrical apprentice is also registered with NT WorkSafe under section 62 of the Electrical Safety Act 2022.
Sources: NT Government: how to get an apprenticeship, NT WorkSafe: apprentice registration