A jetski, a helicopter ride over crystal-white sands and beers on the beach: Photos show Duanne the tradie’s island paradise holiday with his girlfriend – there’s just one big problem

He’s the plumber accused of being a “fake trader” and defrauding both his bosses and unsuspecting customers.

But just days before NSW Fair Trading issued a specific warning to any Australian looking for a plumber – ‘don’t do business with Duanne Hevers’ – the 25-year-old made it happen during a lavish island holiday with his girlfriend.

Photos obtained by Daily Mail Australia show the western Sydney man and his girlfriend on the back of a jet ski in the Whitsundays, exploring the picturesque Whitehaven Beach by helicopter and having a beer on the beach.

It’s not the only big holiday enjoyed recently by Hevers, who authorities recently warned was operating without a licence.

The wannabe plumber kicks back with a can of beer on Whitehaven Beach, above

Duanne (photo right) and his girlfriend took a helicopter flight during their island vacation

Last weekend the couple went on a country weekend to celebrate Hevers’ recent 25th birthday. They visited a winery and stayed in what looked like a farmhouse with an outdoor pool.

It was a far cry from Hevers’ recent problems.

Alleged victims have claimed to Fair Trading that Hevers preys on housing development work that requires a permit, then makes ‘false and misleading statements to extract money from them’.

Text messages obtained by Daily Mail Australia show the wannabe plumber harassed a former customer for money for months – and at one point even “dared to take further action” against the customer if he didn’t get paid.

“I have asked you several times to collect my personal belongings and complete my payment… If it is not resolved by 8pm I will take further action,” one text reads.

‘Hello mate, normally I wouldn’t do this and my apologies for any inconvenience (sic), but for Monday I need to order some supplies for the concrete slabs and such. Is there any chance you can please pay/transfer $950 ASAP so I can continue the work,” reads another.

Alleged victims have claimed to Fair Trading that Hevers (pictured left) preys on housing development work that requires a permit, then ‘makes false and misleading statements to extract money from them’

Another message to the same customer requested an urgent transaction of $980 for an alleged order of tanks and pumps, before sharing his personal banking details.

‘I will need you to pay a deposit via bank transfer of $980 as soon as possible, just to cover the cost of materials. That is much appreciated, thank you very much and we will see you tomorrow.’

Hevers’ former bosses have leveled a slew of accusations against him, with some claiming they and their clients made tens of thousands of dollars out of their own pockets.

Daily Mail Australia approached Hevers for comment with detailed questions but received no response.

In March, the NSW Fair Trading Commissioner, Ms Natasha Mann, warned consumers not to do business with Hevers, who was trading unlicensed in NSW under the business name Fairwater Plumbing.

‘Based on consumer complaints, NSW Fair Trading is concerned that Mr Hevers may wish to trade without a licence,’

‘Consumers have complained that Mr Hevers is carrying out residential building work that requires a permit and making false and misleading statements to extract money from them.’

Duanne harassed an ex-employer for his belongings after he was released, demanding he complete his wages or face ‘further action’

Duanne Hevers is the subject of a public warning by NSW Fair Trading. Above he holds his Master Plumbers Apprentice of the Year Award

According to sources, Hevers had recently advertised his plumbing services on community pages and online marketplace Airtasker.

In NSW, a permit is required for all specialist work such as electrical, plumbing and air conditioning, regardless of cost.

Furthermore, a permit is required for all other residential work valued at more than $5,000.

Before his career fizzled out, Hevers won ‘Master Plumbers Indigenous Apprentice of the Year’ at the age of 18.