Master Builders Australia has opened nominations for its National Business Excellence Awards for 2023. The awards annually recognise the best in business innovation, practice, safety and corporate and
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CFMEU wants to replace Fair Work Ombudsman
The CFMEU has suggested a new “worker-focussed” body replace the Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO). CFMEU National Secretary Zach Smith said FWO has struggled to handle three major issues facing the
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How VIC apprentices can get 50% off rego
Travelling VIC apprentices can score half off their rego under a new scheme from the state government. Apprentices in the state who need to travel to NSW or SA for work will get the discount as part of
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Total ban on high-silica needed: CFMEU
The CFMEU is imploring the Federal Government ban high-silica engineered stone products. This comes after Federal Health Minister Mark Butler opted to monitor Australia’s current silica mitigation
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More action needed to stem shortage: Weld Australia
Weld Australia says much more needs to be done to cope with shortages in the industry. This comes after the Federal Government announced its Energy Apprenticeships Program, which involves a $95 million
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Protect independent contractors: HIA
Any changes to industrial relations laws shouldn’t impact Aussie tradies’ ability to work as independent contractors, the Housing Industry of Australia (HIA) has said. This statement comes
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Rise of home buying cause for action: MBA
A rise in cost of living not seen since the 90s has Master Builders Australia (MBA) calling for action on inflation. The cost of buying a brand new home rose by 17.9 per cent between January – November
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Lost limbs and digits count cause for caution
Tradies were one of the most at-risk jobs in 2022 when it came to workplace limb injuries as WorkSafe Victoria urges workers to be employing the required safety practises on their sites for 2023. WorkSafe
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Sydney BUILD 2023
The marquee show for all things building, construction and architecture will be back at the Sydney International Convention Centre on March 6-7, jam-packed with exhibitors and experts tradies need to see.
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Supply shortages on the horizon: MBA
Master Builders Australia has raised concerns on supply issues down the track in light of the latest National Accounts. Master Builders CEO Denita Wawn said an increase in gross domestic product of 0.6
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