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THE KEY TO OVERCOMING THE SKILLS SHORTAGE

02/02/2023

We know that our industry is struggling to complete building projects on time with many problems such as supply chain constraints, the continuing rise in costs, and the lack of available skilled tradespeople. At Master Builders, we can help the industry unlock the skills shortage with education and training. 

How...

Don’t be shocked: SafeWork electrical blitz

31/01/2023

SafeWork NSW Inspectors are jump-starting 2023 with an electrical compliance operation to increase the safety and awareness of electrical hazards on worksites.

Head of SafeWork NSW, Natasha Mann said contact with overhead and underground powerlines, unsafe or non-compliant wiring and faulty or damaged equipment continue to seriously harm workers.

“Tragically...

Building activity shows bumpy road ahead

19/01/2023

New building activity data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics today confirms a bumpy road ahead in meeting housing targets without government focus says Master Builders Australia CEO Denita Wawn.

According to the ABS, new housing starts fell 5.2 per cent over the September quarter, and a fall of...

Mitigation checklist for holiday shutdown period

20/12/2022
During the Christmas holiday shutdown period, under the Work Health and Safety Regulation 2017, a person with management or control of a workplace has an obligation to secure the workplace.

BE ASBESTOS AWARE. BE ASBESTOS SAFE!

09/11/2022
Asbestos exposure can lead to serious, often fatal disease. November is Asbestos Awareness Month. It is the perfect time to remind ourselves about the dangers of asbestos.