A Victory… Master Builders has been actively campaigning against a proposal that threatened the rights of independent contractors to be their own boss. We travelled to over 20 locations around the country...
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Building… As the Australian economy navigates a complex landscape, Master Builders Australia has used its pre-budget submission to remind the Federal Government of the critical importance of the building and construction...
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2024… The National Occupational Respiratory Disease Registry Rules 2024 make it official that silicosis is a recognised work-related lung disease for the National Occupational Respiratory Disease Registry. These rules also: -...
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… Building Commission NSW inspectors now have the power to inspect freestanding houses and terraces at any time, anywhere. Inspectors can enter houses under construction, or post construction, and order defects...
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… The updated NCC 2022 has introduced significant changes for waterproofing in residential buildings. It emphasises more detailed requirements, particularly in areas prone to moisture. Notable changes include: Reintroduction of construction...
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Home… Latest building approvals figures show new home builds continue to remain too low despite an uptick in higher density building. Responding to data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics...
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… During the 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.
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… 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.
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Skilled… Master Builders Australia welcomes the focus on filling skills shortages in the Government’s migration strategy released today but a sharper focus on the trades required to tackle the housing crisis...
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Owners… Time is running out to register for the NSW Government initiative targeting serious defects in recently completed and occupied residential apartment buildings. More than 150 buildings have already registered with...
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