Pay Rates for Trades in 2005
| Job | Average Hourly Wage |
| Automotive Electrician | $20.44 |
| Baker | $16.88 |
| Boat builder | $21.27 |
| Bricklayer | $19.69 |
| Butcher | $16.88 |
| Cabinet Maker | $19.47 |
| Carpenter | $25.86 |
| Diesel Mechanic | $22.53 |
| Electrician | $21.83 |
| Fitter and Turner | $21.69 |
| Fitter and Welder | $21.29 |
| Hairdresser | $13.83 |
| Motor Mechanic | $20.43 |
| Panel Beater | $20.43 |
| Plumber | $23.27 |
| Sheetmetal Worker | $16.85 |