Certifier… A recent decision by the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) is the most significant decision made against a certifier in NSW since 1998. NCAT found that building occupants could...
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Australia… Australia's National Construction Code (NCC) is set for major changes in its 2025 update. Amendments proposed in the draft address tighter energy efficiency, water leaks, condensation, public toilets for women...
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State of… Responding to the National Housing Supply and Affordability Council’s State of the Housing System 2024 report, Master Builders Australia CEO Denita Wawn said it’s clear more needs to be done...
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The NCC… The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) is seeking feedback on proposed changes to the next edition of the National Construction Code. These changes are shown in the NCC Public Comment...
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March… New building approvals data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics today has once again painted a concerning picture of the nation’s housing crisis. Master Builders Australia Chief Economist Shane...
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New home… The latest building activity data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics has confirmed there is still a long way to go before Australia overcomes the housing crisis. Master Builders...
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Urgent… Dear Members, We need your help. As you know, workforce shortages continue to impact the industry across all sectors. We know it will take significant effort to boost apprenticeship numbers...
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2024… Master Builders Australia's 2024 industry forecasts are out now, covering the full 5-year Housing Accord period to 2028-29. With inflation nearing targets and expected interest rate drops, the investment market...
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… In 2023, a significant majority of trade apprentices and trainees found employment post-training, with 95.6% in trade occupations securing jobs, maintaining the previous year's rate. The NCVER report revealed that...
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Finding… Releasing its supplementary Budget submission, Finding Australia’s missing tradies: Harnessing our skilled migrant workforce , Master Builders Australia has today made recommendations to help migrants navigate complex and unnecessary barriers...
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