Australia Day Children's Book

Say G’Day to the Do-Its is a children’s picture book about a family of tradesman who save the town’s Australia Day celebrations by fixing the town hall in time for the Australia Day ball. The family is full of tradies with varying specialities, including builders, plumbers, and electricians.

Author Johnno Flanagan is a trade qualified carpenter and pool builder who currently works at a Reece plumbing supplies trade centre. He was inspired to write Say G’Day to the Do-Its after he struggled to find suitable books for his sons when they were young.

Johnno created Say G’Day to the Do-Its by discussing characters and ideas with his mate while driving twelve hours to and from Dysart in Queensland. The name Do-Its came from his time working with his mate on renovations at mining sites. They were referred to as the Do-Its because they got in and did what was necessary.

Johnno's aim in writing this book was to have more 'blokes' reading to their kids.

The book is currently available at some Mitre 10 outlets, and Childcare centres. It will initially be sold and promoted through industry trade stores, and local community retailers. Johnno is also happy to engage in speaking events at stores, schools, and libraries as well as childcare centres.

Young readers can contact Les Do-It via email to take part in competitions, such as the current colouring competition, or ask questions about trade and construction.