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Clause 2.3.1 DOES NOT APPLY to Boundary Barriers
In light of recent member enquiries regarding clause 2.3.1 in the Australian Standard AS 1926.1 - Safety barriers for swimming pools, we spoke with the Swimming Pool & Spa Association (SPASA) to seek clarification on the issue. Spiros Dassikas, SPASA CEO, explains what happened and how it was resolved by...
Covid Vaccine Policy Questions
NSW is enjoying a beautiful late spring as the COVID-19 lockdowns wind down towards the
1 December deadline.
Fair Work Commission introduces stop sexual harassment orders
In September 2021, the Australian Parliament passed the Sex Discrimination and Fair Work (Respect at Work) Amendment Act 2021 containing the first part of legislative reforms recommended in the Respect@Work report.
Modern Slavery Amendment Bill 2021
In June 2018, the Modern Slavery Act 2018 was passed by the Parliament after being introduced as a private member's Bill.
Home Warranty Insurance: How type of subdivision may affect your policy (and premium)
The effect of land title on home warranty insurance (HWI) premium can be significant. Don't get caught out - here's what you need to know.
HWI is generally the last step in the process before you can begin construction work. The first step of the process is often the submission...
Master Builders wins SafeWork NSW industry associations category 2021
The Master Builders Association of New South Wales is pleased to be selected as the WINNER of the 2021 SafeWork Award for the industry associations category.
The MBA of NSW entry outlined initiatives such as the identification of a trend in shade cloth fires that led to the development of...
business COVID-19 update
Please see below a short update on new COVID-19 case location alerts, proof of vaccination compliance, and rapid antigen testing.
COVID-19 case location alerts now available in the Service NSW app
Customers can now see in their check-in history in the Service NSW app whether they've been to any venues...
Boost for regional housing as part of NSW recovery package
The NSW Government today announced a $35 million Regional Housing Package which will drive construction in the regions and deliver critical health accommodation improvements.
Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW Paul Toole said the package is part of the $200 million Regional Recovery package which will deliver long term...
Funding to innovate workplace safety improvements
Inventors, researchers, and developers with solutions for improving workplace safety using innovative tools and technology can access a share of $500,000 to help make their ideas a reality.
$130 million to fast track state’s mental health recovery
The NSW Government’s economic roadmap has mental health as a top priority with a record $130 million