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Workshop for MBA strata inspection panel
The MBA is establishing a Strata Inspection Panel (SIP) in response to the Strata Scheme Management Act 2015 for identified building industry organisations to prepare, establish and maintain a Strata Inspection Panel to carry out inspections on Class 2 and 3 Buildings.
Any member interested in being included on the...
Employer financial returns due for long service payments
NSW Long Service Corporation Employer Returns for the 2020-2021 financial year are due for completion by 31 July 2021.
Returns can be completed online via the Employer portal.
For Employers that need assistance to complete their return (or wish to view a ‘refresher’ on the steps required to make sure...
Face masks now mandated across Sydney building sites
Key point: You must wear a fitted face mask in all indoor areas of construction sites
PUBLIC HEALTH (COVID-19 TEMPORARY MOVEMENT AND GATHERING RESTRICTIONS) AMENDMENT (No.4) ORDER
The NSW State Government has deemed it necessary to introduce further restrictions in order to control the Delta strain of the COVID-19 virus.
As a result...
SERVICE NSW QR CODE MANDATED
The NSW State Government has announced the use of the Service NSW QR code will become mandatory at all workplaces and retail businesses from Monday 12 July 2021.
High income threshold rises to $158,500 pa
Effective from 1 July 2021, the Fair Work Commission has increased the high income threshold to $158,500 pa.
New business support package announced for NSW
The NSW Government today announced a major new grants package and changes to the Dine & Discover program to help tens of thousands of small businesses and people across NSW impacted by the current COVID-19 restrictions.
GET THE SKILLS RECOGNITION YOUR TEAM DESERVES.
With your support and guidance you can assist your team members with the qualification they deserve. As the building and construction industry is booming, having the right qualification improves job outcomes and workmanship. The Master Builders NSW Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) program is an industry-leading option to gain a...
Construction working hours re-extended
Construction working hours re-extended as COVID-19 measure: Weekend working hours revert to pandemic settings
Design and Building Practitioners Act starts 1 July 2021
Design and Building Practitioners Act (DBP) commences next week
First international Standard for safety included in recent prosecution
A person conducting a business or undertaking (PCBU) accused of fall-related breaches has committed $274,000 to developing and certifying a safety management system.