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Master Builders Association of NSW

Locality: Newcastle, New South Wales

Phone: +61 2 4953 9400

Address: Level 1, 165 Lambton Road 2292 Newcastle, NSW, Australia

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23.01.2022 Master Builders Australia recently took part in an Asia-Pacific Dialogue with like-minded building and construction peak bodies representing the industry in the major Asian Region economies. The aim was to understand the impact of COVID-19 on the building and construction industry in other countries. Read more:https://www.mbansw.asn.au//impact-covid-19-construction-as

23.01.2022 The Prime Minister has again confirmed that building is an essential industry and remains open for business. That includes residential building and renovations. Safe Work Australia advice confirms that a workplace includes a private home or dwelling and has produced information for in-home workers and tradies, containing a range of practical information. Read more at: https://www.mbansw.asn.au/stillopen

22.01.2022 Member Only Webinar. Hear from safety specialist, Nicholas Ruston in maintaining site safety, social distancing, hygiene practices and reducing overall risk for builders and their business. Topics include: - Practicing site health & safety during Covid-19 - Government changes regarding Covid-19 - Ensure safe and compliant work practices - What to do in the event of an incident... - How to reduce risk and protect your brand Register for free here: www.mbansw.asn.au/webinars See more

21.01.2022 Tuggerah Lakes Police have reported an increase in tools and equipment theft from trade vehicles. See their post below.

21.01.2022 Master Builders NSW Executive Director Brian Seidler, is quoted on page 2 of The Australian Financial Review today. The article, -CFMEU deal a threat to post-virus recovery- reports that the construction unions new NSW agreement is threatening to undermine the post-pandemic recovery by driving up wage costs by 25 per cent at a time when jobs are under threat and pay is being cut. The article acknowledges that Master Builders NSW has sought urgent meetings with Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Premier Gladys Berejiklian over its concerns with the unions 5 per cent wage increases and fixed rostered-days-off schedule that would effectively shut down project sites an extra 20 days a year.

21.01.2022 The extra demand for P2 disposable respirators is leading to fake respiratory protective equipment entering the Australian market. Dont be a victim. Find out what action you can take here. bit.ly/FakeN95

19.01.2022 Another fantastic celebration from the team at Buildcorp Interiors. #MBANSWAWARDS

19.01.2022 Great feedback from one of our members after adopting the Master Builders COVID-19 BEST PRACTICE GUIDE FOR BUILDING INDUSTRY. Download your copy here: https://bit.ly/MBACOVIDGuide Read the full Illawarra Mercury article here: https://bit.ly/3eMBJZR

19.01.2022 Were now in the third week of our Excellence in Housing Awards Young Builder Month and are very excited to announce five more nominees. This weeks Young Builder nominees are competing across a range of categories including Granny Flats, Contract Houses, Design & Construct, House Additions, Alterations & Renovations, and Home Units. For more information on these Young Builder Nominees, please visit www.mbansw.asn.au/young-builder-nominees

19.01.2022 Heres a simple visual of how the new HomeBuilder scheme works. Feel free to download from the Master Builders website and share on your social media. https://bit.ly/Hbuilder

17.01.2022 It is week two of our Young Builder Month, and we are thrilled to be announcing five more Young Builder nominees. This weeks nominees are comprised of previous winners and new entrants, and we cannot wait to see them compete at the 2020 Excellence in Housing Awards. For more information on these Young Builder Nominees, please visit www.mbansw.asn.au/young-builder-nominees.

17.01.2022 Some brilliant celebrations from the team at SHAPE! #MBANSWAWARDS

17.01.2022 Master Builders Australia CEO, Denita Wawn spoke with ABC News about the threats hanging over Master Builders member businesses and the broader building and construction industry as a result of the COVID-19 economic crisis. Watch interview here: https://youtu.be/q2qPHKs-gzw?t=20

17.01.2022 During these times of unprecedented change, one thing that remains consistent is the quality of workmanship Young Builders are providing throughout NSW. That is why, throughout June, we will be celebrating our 2020 Young Builder Nominees. Keep your eyes peeled every Tuesday across our social media channels and help us in supporting those who are the future of this industry. For more information on our Young Builder Month, please visit www.mbansw.asn.au/young-builder-month

16.01.2022 Save a smashing $350 off course fees! Our Demolition Licencing Pathway is now online with a 3-day practical workshop in Sydney. Enrol by May 10 to save. Click here https://bit.ly/MBADemo

16.01.2022 For the penultimate week of our Young Builder Month, we are thrilled to be announcing six more Young Builder Nominees. This weeks entrants will be competing across of a range of categories including Energy Efficiency, Home Unit Renovations, House Additions, Alterations & Renovations, and Contract Houses. Please help us in celebrating their fantastic entries into the 2020 Excellence in Housing Awards. For more information on these Young Builder Nominees, please visit www.mbansw.asn.au/young-builder-nominees

16.01.2022 The updated information includes further guidance on eligibility including for income thresholds, dwelling types and renovation requirements. You can access the updated documents by visiting our HOMEBUILDER SCHEME webpage https://www.mbansw.asn.au/homebuilder-scheme

15.01.2022 The Federal Government has listened to Master Builders call for HomeBuilder to include grants for both new home builds and renovations. From today, owner occupiers can access $25,000 grants to build a new home or start a major renovation. The plan is restricted to new homes and major renovations valued between $150,000 to $750,000. The pre-renovation value of the house must not exceed $1.5 million and excludes sheds, pools, granny flats and any other structures not attached t...o the property. For everything you need know about HomeBuilder, visit the Master Builders Website: www.mbansw.asn.au/homebuilder-scheme

14.01.2022 Every building site, regardless of size, must ensure they have controls in place to help improve river health for the entire community and the benefit of the environment. The Get the Site Right campaign in June will increase awareness of the dangers of runoff from building sites impacting the environment and encourage developers and builders to implement appropriate erosion and sediment controls. Read more here: https://www.mbansw.asn.au/stopsediment

12.01.2022 Tradies have to carry tools around - they shouldnt have to carry a wallet full of plastic licences. The digital drivers licence was the first step in the digi...tal licensing journey. More than 1.2 million site managers, surveyors and tradespeople hold a White Card to carry out construction work in NSW. These tradies are required to carry and present their White Card when moving from site to site. Currently in Australia, no other state or territory offers tradies the convenience of a digital white card. This is a poor customer experience A digital white card is more convenient and would ensure better compliance and enforcement across the industry This is will help both employees and employers I am working on a solution behind the scenes and will provide you with an update in the next few months. Service NSW SafeWork NSW Kevin Anderson MP

12.01.2022 We are extremely excited to be launching a major award at the 2020 Excellence in Housing Awards Display Home Builder of the Year. To see who will be competing this year for this new accolade, visit www.mbansw.asn.au/display-home-builder.

11.01.2022 In this special episode of the Master Builders Podcast, host Max Rafferty discussed managing COVID-19 on construction sites with the Senior Safety Coordinator for Master Builders Western Australia, Michelle DeGalt-Rohlf.

11.01.2022 The Prime Ministers speech today to signpost the Governments approach to building economic recovery was encouraging on many fronts. Read more: https://www.mbansw.asn.au/rebuild

11.01.2022 Stimulus rather than subsidies, thats our message to government. To prove this position, we commissioned Ernst & Young to cost and assess the impact of a $40,000 new home building grant. Their modelling showed this would create over $3 in economic benefits for every $1 invested by government. To read more about this and four other stimulus measures we proposed, go here www.mbansw.asn.au/stimulus

10.01.2022 The team at Carfax Commercial Constructions really know how to celebrate in style. Congratulations on your brilliant achievements this year! #MBANSWAWARDS

09.01.2022 The Federal Minister for Housing Michael Sukkar drew on Master Builders advocacy this week as he set out the early success of the HomeBuilder scheme in Federal Parliament. There are now more than 16,000 registrations of interest for HomeBuilder on the Treasury website. Read more: https://www.mbansw.asn.au/advocacy-pivot

08.01.2022 This weeks Young Builder nominees feature a range of both new and past entrants, and we are thrilled to be highlighting and celebrating their fantastic entries into the 2020 Excellence in Housing Awards. For more information on these Young Builder Nominees, please visit www.mbansw.asn.au/young-builder-nominees

08.01.2022 Scott Morrison has outlined a three-step plan to ease restrictions and reopen Australia by July. States and territories will manage their own timelines.

07.01.2022 All Master Builder members have FREE access to eContracts until the 30th of June. eContracts is a secure online contract service that is cheaper than hardcopy and easier to use. www.mbansw.asn.au/econtracts

07.01.2022 The NSW State government will temporarily cut stamp duty on new homes under $800,000 for first home buyers in a bid to boost construction and create jobs amid the COVID-19 crisis. Read more: https://www.mbansw.asn.au//in/changes-stamp-duty-threshold

05.01.2022 Construction sites across north-western Sydney can expect a visit from SafeWork Inspectors this week who will be targeting unsafe working systems across all building trades. A building company has been fined $90,000 after a worker suffered a fatal fall from scaffolding on a Lidcombe construction site. The scaffolding he fell through was not secured and as a result, the worker fell one floor and hit his head on a concrete balcony. Announcing a safety compliance blitz across building sites this week, Better Regulation Minister Kevin Anderson said incidents like this should not happen. Everyone deserves to return home to their family at the end of the working day he said. Read more: https://www.mbansw.asn.au/NthWestblitz

04.01.2022 Master Builders Associations around the country are telling government that Master Builder members are running out of work and face other severe challenges thanks to the impact of COVID-19. Help us make sure that governments understand your situation so that Master Builders can push governments for urgent stimulus measures. Take this online survey now. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MDRS3R2

03.01.2022 Have you heard of the Federal Governments instant asset write-off? If you havent, youre not alone. Research by American Express has shown half of all small business owners are unaware of this tax break. If youre a small to medium sized business, the instant asset write-off could be a great way to acquire capital assets and obtain an immediate tax deduction. But you only have until June 30 to take advantage. Some of the items that you could look at purchasing include cars,... vans, utes, bobcats, plant and machinery. Key points: - You can write off 100% of assets that cost up to $150,000 - Equipment/vehicles to be purchased and ready for use by June 30 - For businesses with less than $500 million turnover - After June 30, the threshold drops from $150K to $1K Call Ogarit from Master Builders Financial Services on 0414 919 194 to find out how you can take advantage of this tax break before it ends or visit www.mbansw.asn.au/financial-services.

03.01.2022 2020 EIBA entries close this Friday, 19th June. Its not too late to enter. Celebrating Building Excellence in the Newcastle, Central Coast, Manning Great Lakes, Port Macquarie and Tamworth Regions.https://www.mbansw.asn.au/newcastle-building-awards

03.01.2022 Were now in the final week of our Young Builder Month & and we have loved sharing our fantastic 2020 Young Builder nominees with you over the past 5 weeks. This weeks Young Builder Nominees are comprised of past winners and new entrants, and we cannot wait to see them compete at the Excellence in Housing Awards alongside our other nominees, to see who will be crowned Young Builder of the Year. If youd like to find out more about our brilliant Young Builder Nominees, please visit www.mbansw.asn.au/young-builder-nominees. For further information on how you can become a Young Builder Nominee, please contact our events team on [email protected]

02.01.2022 Novati Constructions celebrating their 2020 Excellence in Construction’s win! #MBANSWAWARDS

02.01.2022 On Friday, Prime Minister Scott Morrison confirmed that he thinks construction will remain designated as an essential service. But ONLY if social distancing is practiced on site and appropriate changes are enforced. #building #construction #masterbuilders #covid19

02.01.2022 The Australian Government is extending and expanding the Supporting Apprentices and Trainees wage subsidy, to include medium-sized businesses. Both small and medium-sized businesses will now be eligible for the subsidy, for wages paid from 1 July 2020 31 March 2021. Read more: www.mbansw.asn.au/50-percent-subsidy-apprentice-and-trainee

01.01.2022 Congratulations to Richard Crookes Constructions who have been awarded the 2020 MBA Outstanding Construction Award - well done to the team at Richard Crookes Constructions. #MBANSWAWARDS

01.01.2022 From 15th April, the NSW Government is waiving a range of licence and permit fees for 12 months. This includes: - Home building contractor licence - Trade or specialist contractor licence - Asbestos removal licences and asbestos assessor licence - Demolition licence ... - High risk work licence See more