When you think of a tradie, who typically comes to mind? For decades, working in a trade has been perceived as a male-dominated career.

But now, heaps of women are working as tradies as well.

So what's it like and what does the industry need to do to support them more?

Today on the summer hack podcast, we hear from some women who have been living and loving the tradie life.

Guest:

• Mel Street, tradie and founder of the Lady Tradies and Rocking Chicks group