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The Orange Hire team support Farmers on the Mid North Coast

Karl Mansley and the team from Orange Hire’s Central West branch have been working hard behind the scenes to support local farmers affected by the recent floods across NSW.

Karl Mansley and Charlie Woodbury from our Orange branch volunteered their time to work with the Rapid Relief Team, a global organisation dedicated to supporting communities in need. The Rapid Relief Read more

Tracked loaders vs skid steer: which is best for civil contractors?

Learn the difference between tracked and skid steer loaders, and how to work out which is right for you

Both compact tracked loaders and wheeled skid steer loaders are very popular machines in our fleet – and with good reason. They’re versatile, rugged and easy to operate in tight spaces making them perfect for the most cramped or demanding work Read more

Do you need an excavator license to operate an excavator?

If you’re looking to hire an excavator, you don’t need a specific excavator licence – however, you do have to be deemed a competent excavator operator. The responsibility for this falls onto what Safe Work Australia refers to as a PCBU or person conducting a business or undertaking.

The need for specific licenses for every machine was abolished by Read more