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Hi @Minitots101
Let me answer your shower tray question first, your shower tray is attached either by adhesive or concrete. Removing it will require the tray to be either smashed or cut into pieces. You could get lucky, and the tray might lift off with a wrecking bar, but if it is stuck very well to the ground it will be necessary to dismantle it.
In regards to your new shower, is the shower on the second floor or ground level? If it's on the second floor, it's much better to have a shower tray as it reduces the chances of a leak. If it is on the ground floor, you'll need to think about waterproofing and what the requirements are when installing a shower directly over tiles.
Your plumber will be able to answer this question for you and they should also be able to provide you with a quote on how much it will cost not only to install the shower but complete the waterproofing and tiling requirements as well. Just remember to ask for a written quote and not just a verbal agreement.
Let me call on our experienced members @Dave-1 and @TedBear for their recommendations.
If you need further assistance, please let me know.
Eric
Hi @Minitots101
Please keep us updated with your progress, we look forward to seeing your shower installed.
Eric
Hey Dave, Yes... that's right, a resounding "Ahhhhh" bathroom reno's😬 - Your words are very encouraging - I am using whatever existing parts are viable. I wont attempt plumbing or electrical projects, that's frightening.
I've thought of this mini-reno since 2022. Then I discovered Bunnings Workshop & Experts in Jan. 2023🙌
Hence, taking up the step-by-step expert advice, to start this project on my own, in particular after I got 3 quotes (which were out of my budget range).
Since I started recently, everyday after work & on weekends I roll up my sleeves, and have managed to remove the bathtub, removed the frame holding the tub, removed pipes without damage and have achieved the space I desire in my bathroom (successfully).
Now I just have to get a new shower, redo my floor and add a bench - - Woohooo!!😃🙌 - Its been fun!! 
I'll share a picture of the final look (hopefully will look decent😁)
hahahah Well your existing bathroom is newr then mine but by your description its the same type of deal I want to do. Looking forward to seeing how you go, even if there are mistakes (yes we make them all but a mistake is a learning curve!) because I figure if I see someone elses win or losse I still come away with more knowledge
Take photos, more then you think you need!
Dave
Great work, @Minitots101; you've made some awesome progress!
Many thanks for the update, and please continue to keep us updated on your project.
Mitchell
