Master Builders NSW August-September 2018

MASTER BUILDER Official Magazine of the Master Builders Association of NSW | Issue Four | August/September 2018

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MASTER BUILDER Official Magazine of the Master Builders Association of NSW | Issue Four | August/September 2018

In this issue REGULARS

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Contact List

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President’s Viewpoint

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Executive Director’s Viewpoint

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Regional Roundup

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Looking Back

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Dates for Your Diary

2018 EXCELLENCE IN HOUSING AND POOL AWARDS

FEATURE ARTICLES

11 Excellence in Housing & Pool Awards Showcasing the best of NSW

About the cover: This edition’s cover is from the 2018 Excellence in Housing & Pool Awards - Master Builder of the Year - EJ Constructions Project: Gyllenpalm

GENERAL FEATURES

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Training

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Study tips Training course list Develop the best Site Supervisor for your business

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Workplace Health & Safety Fire hazards & containment netting SafeWork NSW launches building & construction WHS sector plan The evolution of the hard hat

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Aboriginal Participation Policy NSW State Government announces Aboriginal Participation in Construction Policy

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Industrial Relations NSW State Government Passes Modern Slavery Act 2018 SafeWork NSW responds to infrastructure boom

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Finance Notice of Annual General Meeting

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CONTACTS

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MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF NEW SOUTH WALES 52 Parramatta Road, Forest Lodge NSW 2037 | Private Bag 9, Broadway NSW 2007 Tel: 02 8586 3555 | Fax: 02 9660 3700 | Email: enquiries@mbansw.asn.au Website: www.mbansw.asn.au | ABN 96 550 042 906

HEAD OFFICE EXECUTIVE BOARD

Martin Patience Simon Pilcher Ross Mitchell Chris Calderbank Park Mick Banks Mike O’Donnell Bob Black

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Executive Director Executive Assistant

CAREERS ADVISORY SERVICE Careers Advisor Careers Advisor Manager

President Deputy President Immediate Past President Vice President Vice President Vice President Vice President Brian Seidler Amanda de Vries

EVENTS & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT Awards Coordinator Awards Coordinator Assistant Special Projects Officer

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MBA INSURANCE SERVICES

FOREST LODGE OFFICE NSW State Manager Mark Barnes

Senior Account Manager (General) Edwina Lyall

Account Executive (Corporate) Diane Craven SME Team Leader (General) Jess Walsh

Snr Account Executive Hilda Marfo Account Executive Harry Rankin Account Executive Linda Thompson Account Executive Diego Califato Business Development Manager (General) Dele Omisore

Business Development Executive Patrick Rafferty

Business Development Assistant Shaian Carmona Team Leader – Warranty Peter Usher Senior Account Executive – Warranty Daniel Vine Assistant Account Executive – Warranty Maria Karamalis National Business Development Manager (Surety) Bill Korakis

NEWCASTLE OFFICE Business Development Manager Leanne Farmer

Account Executive – Warranty Kirra Parr NORTHERN REGIONS OFFICE Business Development Manager Alan Fraser Account Executive – Ballina

MASTER BUILDERS FINANCIAL SERVICES Leasing and Car Search

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MEMBER SERVICES

Manager Member Services Graham McGuiggan Membership Coordinator Paul Love

Membership Sales Support James Stevenson Member Engagement Representative Josephine Lee Marketing and Website Support Samantha Harris Administration Assistant Sarah Gunn

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FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION

Manager Finance & Administration Strebre Delovski Credit Control Manager Frank Chevell Credit Officer Daniela Fraumeni Inventory & Administration Officer Georgia Hunt Accounts Payable Officer Bridget Delmore Assistant Accountant Sebastian Aguilera Reception #2 Charles Martin Room

REGIONAL OFFICES NEWCASTLE OFFICE

Level 1, 165 Lambton Road, Broadmeadow NSW 2292 4953 9400 Hunter Region Manager Len Blakeney 4979 0101 Member Services Representative Ashleigh O’Brien 4979 0103 Receptionist Jenaya McNaught 4953 9400 Industrial Relations 0fficer Ben Ziolkowski 4979 0107 Membership Officer Kevin Sullivan 0439 157 141 Safety Officer John McGhee 4979 0112 NSW Regional Office & Divisional Coordinator Luke Reeves 4979 0109 Events and Training Coodinator Kerri Richards 4979 0105 Trade Events Coordinator Rebeccah Kilmurray 0499 022 677 Business Development Manager Leeanne Farmer 4979 0115

0466 777 057 Account Executive – Warranty Kirra Parr 4979 0108

NORTHERN REGIONS

2 Boeing Ave, Ballina NSW 2478 Regional Coordinator Matthew Meury Member Services Representative Marlee Rudgley MBA Insurance Services Alan Fraser

GOSFORD

Unit 7/4 Stockyard Place, West Gosford NSW 2250 Member Services Representative

SOUTHERN REGIONS

Unit 1, 171 Princes Highway, Ulladulla NSW 2539 Regional Coordinator Lynn Smith Member Services Representative Teresa Townsend

ALBURY/WODONGA

35 Hovell Street, Wodonga VIC 3690 Regional Manager Steve Donaghey Administration Assistant Ashlee Lempa Administration Assistant Vanessa Hollis

PORT MACQUARIE Robert Collings

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Unit 3, 12 Jindalee Road, Port Macquarie NSW 2444 Member Services Representative Kerrie Clark

Peter Glover David Solomon Iain Jarman Matthew Gissane Alex Gohari Chris Schultz Nicholas Ruston Beverly Glover Annette Gee Tracey Van Breugel

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From the President WORKERS INTEGRAL TO INDUSTRY STRENGTH Statistics indicate building and construction is going from strength to strength in NSW. Our industry is a major pillar of the Australian economy, accounting for more than a 20% of the national value of work on its own, and has the Nation’s strongest economy. NSW is experiencing high net inflow of people, some 60,000 last year, which will support strong building and construction prospects over the next 5 years.

NSW, in the year up to the end of the March quarter 2018, has seen well over 50,000 dwelling starts, and with housing finance commitments in proportion to this number, this has contributed to making NSW the nation’s number one economy.

To address this shortage of trades and contribute to a long lasting supply of skilled trades people, the MBA is now involved in, and committed to a number of unique building industry focused pilot programs.

Nationally the Building and Construction Industry is now the second largest sector in Australia employing some 1.15 million workers, representing nearly 10% of Australia’s workforce and contributes some 9% of the national gross domestic product.

The pilot program includes:

MBA estimates that the work to be carried out, over the next 4 years across Australia is some $900 billion – across all sectors, with NSW’s share being some 30% of that amount.

Master Builders calculates that some 300,000 new skilled workers will be required nationally in the industry by the end of this decade to meet the demand for future new building projects.

However, in addition, some 30,000 workers will leave the industry annually due to retirement or career change.

You may be aware that historically our main feeder to replenish these tradespeople leaving the industry is through the traditional apprenticeship system, and even though the number of apprentices in our industry is rising, the current intake will not meet the future demand of retiring trades people.

It is therefore critical, that we as builders encourage our contractors and tradespeople, to embrace the engagement of apprentices and we push to make our industry the first choice career move and enhance the concept that a trade skill is a most worthwhile profession.

The trend to buy in the skill, rather than training our future needs is now certainly becoming entrenched – a trend which we must resist, for the sake of the future of the industry.

The Master Builders Association has commenced a program in partnership with the NSW Government’s Department of Education and 4 Universities, to establish a pathway from trade apprenticeship to Batchelor degree. »» A Pre-apprenticeship program; »» The Trade apprenticeship; »» A Diploma of Project Management; and »» A Batchelor Degree in Construction Management.

Participants who complete their apprenticeship and the diploma will be eligible for exemptions to time off the Batchelor Degree of their choice, through one of the universities the MBA has an agreement with.

This pilot program addresses the increase in calls from industry to have trade-based project managers, as well as introducing the opportunity for those who wish to go to university - can do so via a trade.

Another, and most important initiative the Association has become involved in is through the Apprenticeship Engagement Forum, in the development of “Mathematics in Trades” pathway.

The MBA believes it is vital that high school students in years 9 to 12 be made aware of the importance of mathematics as a subject for undertaking apprenticeships in the Building and Construction Industry. The “Mathematics in Trades” course is now being trialled in a number of Western Sydney Schools for years 9 and 10,

and the Forum is currently putting together a “Maths in Trades” for years 11 and 12, which should be ready for the start of the 2019 school year.

We are very proud to have been associated with the development of the “Maths in Trades” pathway as it will assist students develop the maths skills they will require for their future careers in the Construction Industry.

This edition of the Master Builder Magazine showcases the winner of each category for this year’s Excellence in Housing and Pool Awards.

These Awards celebrate and acknowledge excellence in building and construction in NSW. This year the industry has again produced magnificent quality and exceptional levels of construction. Ten judges commenced judging in April this year – and concluded in July, some 4 months of full time judging across NSW. Each building project entered was visited and a site inspection conducted. The construction value for all of the entries received this year equated to some $870M. I am told that Judges literally agonised over their decisions due to the high quality of building work and ever increasing challenges to the construction process.

A special mention goes to the 2018 Master Builder of the Year, Horizon Habitats Pty Ltd, and to Vadim Jefremkov of Probuilt Projets Pty Ltd, awarded Young Builder of the Year.

On behalf of the Master Builders Association of NSW, I congratulate all of the entrants and winners of the 2018 MBA/NSW Excellence in Housing and Pool Awards. I would also like to thank the judges, and the sponsors for support ing the industry and such an important event.

Martin Patience MBA NSW PRESIDENT

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From the Executive Director MATHEMATICS IN TRADES PATHWAY I thought I would expand a little on some of the observations made by our President in his column in this edition of Master Builders Magazine.

Our President refers to the important of mathematics for high schools students particularly years 9 to 12. In early September this year the MBA was asked to present and contribute to what I believe is an extremely important initiatives of educators working with industry – to produce better outcomes for young people who are seeking a trade pathway.

The initiatives originates from the Apprenticeship Engagement Forum which brings together high school Principals, various building & construction industry bodies and representatives of a number of NSW government agencies. The MBA is the chair of the AEF. The Forum is a NSW industry training body formed in 2015 to increase the uptake of apprenticeships to meet the future needs of the building and construction industry. It aims to meet this objective by engaging with a range of stakeholders, including students, parents, career advisors and teachers. The organisation helps promote jobs and careers in the construction industries by encouraging quality training and highlighting career pathways, and works with industry to identify training needs and priorities.

What is clear from studies and statistics, is that the building and construction industry needs more tradespeople – particularly in NSW. Industry surveys also indicate that we cannot get the young people we need for a whole host of reasons – what we call “barriers to entry”.

We actually identified 11 barriers. These barriers include: • Parents expectation that their children should go to University; • Students expectation they would like to go to University; • Candidate quality; • Cost to prospective employers; • Exposure to WHS & WC. Risks and cost and so the list goes on.

However, one barrier surveys continually identify is the inability of those seeking apprenticeships in the building and construction industry, to deal with the required level of mathematics, that is – a large percentage of students seeking an apprenticeship in the building and construction industry were unsuccessful in gaining an apprenticeship due to their inability to deal with the required level of mathematics.

There has been an increasing trend over the past 10 years for high school students to avoid choosing maths as a subject. They are much more inclined to choose subjects they perceive as ‘easier’ and ‘more interesting’.

Consequently, among the barriers to growth in construction and plumbing industries apprentice numbers, two in particular stand out: • a low level of maths and English are reasons for unsuccessful apprenticeship applications; • a lack of pathway programs that engage students sufficiently to consider apprenticeships.

The MBA believes that it is vital that students in Years 9 to 12 be made aware of the importance of maths as a base for undertaking apprenticeships. Following on from that belief, the Australian Apprenticeship Forum (which the MBA is a member of), a forum which brings together NSW high school Principals, industry and Government representatives and in conjunction with the Mathematical Association of NSW fully funded the creation of a ‘Mathematics in Trades’ pathway.

The pathway aims to: • engage students uninterested in maths to undertake the Mathematics in Trades pathway in years 9-12;

• ensure students can achieve workplace numeracy requirements as required in Australian Core Skills Framework; • ensure students achieve all outcomes in the current mathematics syllabus; • ensure students meet all industry numeracy requirements to undertake an apprenticeship.

During 2018, Mathematics in Trades has been trialled in years 9 and 10 at 3 western Sydney high schools. All indicators are pointing to a successful conclusion of the trial.

Furthermore, since the trials commenced the response from students has been very positive.

Outcomes from maths classes made up of uninterested students have now been turned around. They are finding that the maths they are being taught now truly relates to their world.

The Maths in Trades pathway is inspiring them to continue on with mathematics in years 11 and 12.

The AEF is currently putting together a website and teacher resources so that the Maths in Trades pathway can be introduced to the other high schools in 2019.

We are also putting together a Maths in Trades pathway for years 11 and 12 that will be ready for the start of the school year in 2019.

The MBA strongly believes that high school students should be choosing a maths course because it ensures the develpment of their future job skills. We are very proud to have been associated with the development of the Mathematics in Trades pathway and that we know will assist these students to develop the maths skills they need for their future careers in the construction and associated industries.

Brian Seidler MBA NSW Executive Director

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AWARDS NIGHT BARANGAROO

THE BUILDING INDUSTRY’S NIGHT OF NIGHTS Master Builder of the Year – EJ Constructions.

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he Master Builders Association of NSW Excellence in Housing and Pool Awards is the state’s most prestigious residential building awards. It celebrates excellence in construction, innovation and quality in the building and construction industry in NSW. The Housing Awards showcase the very best in residential construction and attract a broad crosssection of the residential building sector, including project home builders, contract builders, apartment constructors and builders specialising in additions, alterations and renovations.

This year saw a record number of projects entered with the judges astounded by the quality of construction, the many building obstacles successfully overcome during the building process, as well as maintaining excellent relationships with clients, sub-contractors and design teams.

The winners were announced at a gala presentation at The Star - Sydney on September 1, with the black tie event hosted by television personalities Johanna Griggs and Andrew Daddo, and entertainment provided by comedian Nick Cody and the After Party Band.

The MBA congratulates all winners and acknowledges the Master Builder of the Year, EJ Constructions and the Young Builder of the Year, Mark Newman from Newmark Constructions.

The MBA would also like to thank its dedicated panel of judges and generous sponsors.

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Young Builder of the Year, Mark Newman from Newmark Constructions.

MBA NSW President, Martin Patience.

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JUDGING PANEL

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ROSS FINNIE Ross Finnie has worked in the construction industry for more than 40 years, managing numerous projects of various types, sizes and complexity and specialises in health, safety, environmental and quality issues. He is a member of various organisations including MBA NSW, where he is a Gold member and a divisional ex-president of the Northern Suburbs Division. He is also a Certified Building Consultant and involved in Legal and Contracts plus Council of Management at MBA NSW, and the MBA representative on the WorkCover

NSW Construction Industry Working Party and Standard Australia’s Construction Advisory Group.

In addition, he is a member of Resolution Institute Australia and the NSCA – National Safety Council of Australia and has been secretary of the Asbestos Removal Contractors Association (ARCA).

Ross established his own business, TREW Enterprises in 2012, which specialises in the fields of building, project management, restoration and heritage building works and as an expert witness and HSEQ and training consultant.

PAUL GIRDLER Paul Girdler is a licensed builder with 48 years of experience in the industry and a long-term member of industry associations.

Initially working as a contractor, he obtained his Building Certificate in 1988, established his own business and continues undertaking projects across inner Sydney, specialising in residential renovations, extensions and restorations.

During his career he has been a part-time teacher

designing and teaching Basic Home Maintenance for Petersham TAFE and teaching in the School of Building at Sydney TAFE.

PETER MASIA Peter Masia is a building consultant and building designer, and former licensed building contractor, with over 45 years’ experience in the design and construction of mainly residential projects ranging from alterations/additions/houses to multi-dwelling/multi-level structures. Peter spent 17 years appearing weekly on ABC Radio 702 answering listener’s questions on building matters including 11 years on a Saturday morning program called “The Woodies”. He is co-author of “The Don’t Do

It Yourself Handbook” published by ABC Books; and Chief Consultant to “Trade Secrets”, “Save $20,000.00 With A Nail”, and “Fix It Yourself” published by the Readers Digest. Peter is a longterm member of the Master Builders Association, a former MBA Accredited Consultant, and holds a BA from Macquarie University.

MAX MOSHER Max Mosher is an energy consultant and has worked in the energy industry for more than 40 years. He has a wealth of knowledge and experience in relation to solar and energy-efficient house design, including energy utilisation in the domestic sector and thermal performance assessments.

Max has been a committee member on a Standards Australia Review Committee BD/058 titled “Materials for the Thermal Insulation of Buildings”.

He has been on the judging panels for the Building Designers Association Annual Design Awards, the Master Builders Association Excellence in Housing and Construction Awards, the Master Builders Australia National Excellence in Building and Construction Awards, and the Local Government Association Environment Awards. Max is a founding member and former director of the Association of Building Sustainability Assessors (ABSA).

MICHAEL O’DONNELL

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Michael O’Donnell is a licensed builder, accredited building consultant and is currently vice president of MBA NSW and chairman of the MBA NSW Housing Committee. He is the NSW representative on MBA Australia’s Residential Builders Council and is one of four industry representatives on the NSW government’s Home Building Compensation Fund Underwriting Committee. Michael joined NSW homebuilder Huxley Homes in 1976 and in 1979 took over Huxley Homes’ new Regional MBA NSW | Issue Four | August/September 2018

Building Division. Michael left Huxley Homes in 1995 and established his own business, MKO Constructions, which specialises in the design and construction of residential extensions, renovations and first-floor additions. Michael has his Diploma in Building and Construction and Diploma in Workplace Training and Assessment.

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Simon Pilcher commenced work in the building industry in 1986, joining his family construction company. He completed his Building Certificate course in 1990. Simon is now managing director of C E Pilcher & Son Pty Ltd, a building company with more than 60 years of membership of MBA NSW and which undertakes residential, commercial and industrial construction work. Simon is a past president of the Northern Suburbs division, a recipient of the divisional gold medal and has sat

on the MBA of NSW Council of Management since 1994. Simon is currently deputy president of MBA NSW.

STEPHEN RAYNER Stephen Rayner has been a member of the Master Builders Association for 39 years. He is a past president of the MBA Northern Suburbs Division and has been treasurer since 2008.

Stephen holds a Carpenter and Joiner Trade Certificate along with a Clerk of Works Certificate.

He is the director of Stream Constructions Pty Ltd, which specialises in architect-designed projects, domestic and commercial renovations. During his building career, Stephen was a part-time teacher

at Hornsby TAFE, teaching the building component of the Real Estate Certificate. He received the MBA Divisional Gold Member Award in 2012.

DANIELLE TOWNSEND Danielle Townsend is a freelance editor at Universal Media Co, a well-known publisher of niche titles for the Australian and international markets. She has worked on numerous home titles including Grand Designs Australia, Pool + Spa, Australian Period Home Style, BuildHome, Poolside, Kit Homes Yearbook, Master Builders Association Excellence in Housing Awards Annual, Renovate, Kitchens and Bathrooms Quarterly and Home

Design. This is Danielle’s 15th year as editor of the Master Builders Association Excellence in Housing Awards Annual. She was previously features editor at a country newspaper, where one of her main roles was as real estate editor.

LEN TULLY Len Tully completed a Bachelor of Architecture in 1975 and has more than 35 years’ experience in the building and construction industry, working mainly on projects in aged care, schools and churches.

He has worked with several architectural firms in Sydney, including holding directorship positions.

As part of his work, he managed designs through documentation to completed built projects. In

2012, he retired from his position as director of T+E Architects but remains involved with the judging of the Masters Builders Association of NSW Excellence in Construction and Housing Awards.

JOHN WORTHINGTON John Worthington has been a member of the Master Builders Association of NSW since 1976.

He graduated from Sydney Technical College in 1971 and holds a building certificate and building diploma. He also received a Timber Pest Certificate from TAFE in 1989, Master of Dispute Resolution from the University of Technology in 1998, Professional Certificate in Arbitration and Mediation from the University of Adelaide in 1999, Accredited Certifier Program (BSAP) from the

University of Technology Sydney in 2004, and was nationally accredited by the Institute of Arbitrators and Mediators 2008. He was chairman of the Building Consultants Council for nine years and a member of the Council of Management of the MBA for six years. John is currently engaged as a building consultant, acting as an expert witness in the Consumer Trader & Tenancy Tribunal and the court system in Australia.

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MASTERBUILDER OF THE YEAR

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MASTER BUILDER OF THE YEAR EJ CONSTRUCTIONS GYLLENPALM

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yllenpalm, an exquisite American Hamptons-style home of around 600m2, sits on a Bronte site of approximately 1100m2 with a 10m fall and had significant landscaping works. There was a large amount of additional works and changes during the construction period yet despite this, the owners moved in for Christmas, 13 months after construction commenced.

There is extensive use of painted H3 LOSP-treated timber with banding, columns, beams, soffits and architraves externally; and internally with decorative ceiling beams and wall panels to achieve the Hamptons look.

The floor finish throughout is an engineered roasted blackbutt oiled timber.

The windows and doors were changed from aluminium to painted rosewood timber as a just-in-time selection decision. Considerable design detail changes were developed concurrent to the construction arising from this change.

The client had a significant amount of design detail selection ideas and requests to be determined during the construction period. The client and designer were on site every second day, using the work-in-progress space to develop design selections in collaboration with the builder, who also worked on developing the building detail with the trades and specialist suppliers. There were numerous set-out options and samples to achieve the verbally instructed desired outcomes.

Much of the civil engineering external works scope and design was determined during the construction period with very low documentation. New or upgraded retaining walls were built to the five neighbouring boundaries, existing retaining walls were removed and replaced and underpinning required. The initially designed and additional core-filled reinforced blockwork retaining, boundary

and underground tank walls were changed to approximately 700m2 of Dincel structural formwork-reinforced concrete walls. This allowed for easier material handling on the soft, sandy, sloping site and quicker wall construction, which also set up level work areas faster.

These walls were faced with sandstone block or granite façade or render.

The site has a 40,000-litre re-use water tank, 50,000-litre OSD tank and a 45,000-litre pool. The excessive crossfall on the driveway prevented delivery of the 500m3-plus of concrete supply by a standard concrete truck, so instead, many mini truck deliveries were required.

The airconditioning, plumbing and electrical services had to be designed and coordinated during the construction period. Later, a full advanced electronic system was added during the construction phase. Due to the timing of the decision, this needed to be fast tracked, so the cabling was installed and sheeted over before the design was completed and the ICT contractor was selected.

To manage the many scope additions, design changes, selection development and changing building details, additional resources, fast tracking construction before design completion and reliable contractors were required in order to complete the works in a similar time to the original timeframe. These resources included the two directors having more involvement than usual in the project, such as in design management and project management.

The joinery trade was resourced with three joinery contractors and the timber window supplier was carefully selected for quality, delivery and detail development. The regular, reliable EJ Constructions trade contractors were used to bring the project to successful fruition.

JUDGES’ COMMENTS: There were many entries this year, and the final selection for the Master Builder of the Year award was a very difficult one due to the high calibre of entries. After careful deliberation and discussion the judges all agreed on the winner based on many different criteria, including design, craftsmanship and finishes. This home delivered in spades and is an exceptional build despite difficult access and timeline constraints. The builder delivered a home with supremely impressive attention to detail and quality control. The build also included the demolition of the existing properties. The landscaping and pool at the front of the property were also included. The builder’s project team demonstrated an overall desire to achieve excellence in management skills and delivery of exquisite carpentry and joinery installations. The level of quality to all finishes was faultless. It’s no surprise that all judges agreed to award EJ Constructions the Master Builder of the Year award.

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MARK NEWMAN,

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hirty-eight-year-old Mark Newman of Newmark Constructions always wanted to own his own building company.

His father ran a small business and it was always a matter of when, not if, Mark would open his own company. Knowing that, Mark was selective in the roles and companies he worked for. Unless the role offered good experience and had good people willing to teach best practice, Mark wasn’t interested.

After 20 years of industry experience, when the opportunity came for Mark to form Newmark Constructions, he did so on the back of two decades of investment in learning about the industry from within. During this time, Mark completed his carpentry apprenticeship and worked as a carpenter for a number of years before completing further study. Initially, he completed a Certificate IV and a Diploma, before studying at university.

After nine years in business, Newmark has built a reputation as easy, professional and organised builders, skilled in their craft, who pay attention to detail and know how to translate unique designs into unforgettable homes.

At the heart of Newmark is a deep passion for working with visionaries and Mark gets great satisfaction from the important role that the company plays in every project. “There is nothing more fulfilling than standing on a spot where there was once soil, and knowing we’ve played a significant role in bringing an imaginary home to life,” says Mark.

Newmark partners with elite architects because the company believes building better homes will create better connections, build better communities and contribute to a better world. Mark has developed a few key relationships with architects he works with on an ongoing basis year after year and believes in investing in long-term relationships with his

favourite architects. “My clients get the best outcomes and we get the best clients as architects want the best builder for their clients,” says Mark.

Quality workmanship underpins Newmark’s approach to every element of its projects and the way that Mark runs the business.

For Mark, quality of workmanship is not only the way things look and feel at the end, but also the quality of the unseen work, and the approach taken to the work by all team members, contractors and consultants.

Mark currently sits on the committee of the Master Builders Northern Suburbs division as the junior vice president, and has been on the committee for the past two years. He also regularly attends Master Builder meetings at the Manly Warringah division where he is able to discuss current issues with a wide range of other builders.

He enjoys the opportunity for industry and personal development that is offered by the MBA, such as the recent visit with 40 other builders and industry professionals to the Hyne Timber mill and XLam factory near the NSW/Victoria border.

In 1996 Mark was awarded the Master Builders First Year Apprentice of the Year and was an MBA Group Training Scheme apprentice from 1996-2000. He has gone on to see this Apprentice of the Year award given to one of Newmark’s apprentices in 2010, a testament to the importance that Mark places on the association and training partnership with the MBA. He has always had a bond to the MBA throughout his career - as an apprentice, a member, when employed by other builders in Sydney, and now running his own building business and growing the industry and supporting its excellence.

JUDGES’ COMMENTS: The exceptionally high standard of building work achieved by all the candidates for the Young Builder of the Year award in 2018 presented the judges with the unenviable task of choosing a winner from a formidable field of builders who are continually raising the bar in terms of refinement and sophistication in building. The judges never cease to be amazed by the high quality of the entries, including entries that have not managed to win an award this year, but are nonetheless of a very high calibre. After careful consideration, the judges decided unanimously that this young builder was the most deserving in view of the complexity, refinement and beauty of his winning entry, and the flawless execution of the demanding design which was delivered under a “lump sum” contract, on time and on budget. The project involved the renovation of a stone-built worker’s cottage and the construction of a rear addition of pre-dominantly off-form concrete, and was, in the opinion of the judges, a masterclass in building by a talented young builder, Mark Newman.

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THRIVE HOMES

MASTERTON HOMES

SIENNA 22 WITH ASCOT FACADE, AIRDS

SYMPHONY EXECUTIVE, EMERALD HILLS

The Sienna 22 with Ascot Facade is on display in the booming south-west Sydney growth area of Airds, and is a classic family home comprising of four bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a large feature-filled family dining and living area. The home is being offered for a price of just under $250,000, which is very affordable in the “thriving” Sydney new home market.

The layout of the Symphony Executive brings together all the best aspects of design and blends them into one remarkable floorplan featuring shared areas and personalised trafficable spaces. The home caters for all the new technology with a home theatre that can transport the owner into a new world and relieve the stress of the working week.

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EXHIBITION/PROJECT HOMES UP TO $250,000

ADENBROOK HOMES NORTHERN RIVERS & TWEED EXHIBITION/PROJECT HOMES $300,001 - $350,000

EXHIBITION/PROJECT HOMES $250,001 - $300,000

MCDONALD JONES HOMES EXHIBITION/PROJECT HOMES $300,001 - $350,000

THE ORION, BALLINA

SAN MARINO EXECUTIVE 16, ORAN PARK

The Orion is a stunning, single-level home with a design that transcends across a range of different demographics. The multigenerational floorplan adapts to the growing and shifting needs of today’s families. The street elevation is modern and attractive featuring a stone panel infill which complements the façade, along with louvred windows which provide excellent ventilation.

The San Marino Executive 16 built by McDonald Jones Homes is spectacularly designed and offers excellent value for money. At the front of the home is the children’s wing, providing a very spacious activity room that allows free access to the three minor bedrooms, convenient study nook and family bathroom.

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EXHIBITION/PROJECT HOMES $350,001 - $400,000

EXHIBITION/PROJECT HOMES $400,001 - $500,000

RAWSON HOMES PTY LTD

BURBANK HOMES

DERWENT 27 WITH REGAL FACADE, AIRDS

DENMAN 257, GOOGONG

The Derwent 27 with Regal Facade exhibits a highly intelligent use of space on a narrow footprint which is suitable for 10m-wide blocks. The two-storey design offers generous spaces throughout the home. This culminates in a large open-plan family space at the heart of the design incorporating the large kitchen, living and dining rooms as well as access to a sizeable alfresco area.

Judges, when rating display home entries, place significant importance on how readily adaptable the home is to suit multiple orientations, shapes and slopes of blocks. The goal of this home was to create a striking design that would cater for sloping land and provide access to the coveted winter sun which is not dependent on the orientation of the owner’s individual block of land.

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METRICON HOMES

ENIGMA 46, TERALBA

DESIGNER BY METRICON METRO 31, NORTH MACQUARIE

With its impressive foyer and stunning staircases, the Enigma is a special home. The ground floor features a home theatre, living and kitchen spaning the entire width of the design with an integrated outdoor room to accommodate the biggest of parties. The Hamptons feel has been adopted for this home and begins with the Grand Hamptons facade and continues with the spacious free-flowing interiors.

The Metro 31 home redefines present-day urban living, combining stylish family living with a compact floorplan which is designed for narrow blocks. The facade features a Hamptons-inspired design with the feature roof tiles and cladding boards. The interior offers an impressive amount of space. At the rear, the open-plan living area emphasises a mastery of free-flowing spaces.

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MEADOWBANK HOMES PTY LTD

GRANNY FLAT SOLUTIONS

HARRINGTON, KELLYVILLE

CUSTOM DESIGN, NORMANHURST

The builder’s relentless attention to detail in all aspects of the construction and finish is obvious in this family home. The traditional methods employed by Meadowbank flow throughout the home, with all joinery works being to an exceptionally high quality. The kitchen features the most magnificent benchtop which is complemented by the layout of the kitchen cupboards.

Through clever design and positioning on the block this self-contained set of living spaces can accommodate family members, home office, visitors or paying tenants enabling the homeowner to earn an extra income. Its clever design features two well-sized bedrooms, a general bathroom with laundry space and a well-appointed kitchen.

WINNER

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GRANNY FLATS $100,001 - $150,000

GRANNY FLATS $150,001 - $200,000

EXHIBITION/PROJECT HOMES $500,001 - $600,000

EXHIBITION/PROJECT HOMES $800,001 & OVER

ANSA HOMES

EXHIBITION/PROJECT HOMES $600,001 - $800,000

GRANNY FLATS UP TO $100,000

PRESCOM CONSTRUCTIONS

THE LELLAH, ORAN PARK

AVALON TREE HOUSE

This granny flat is part of a two-storey family residence that has been so cleverly designed its fits in perfectly with the residence. It contains a front bedroom with ensuite and laundry along with a well-appointed kitchen and dining area opening into the living room. A feature of the living area is the three-sided gas fire and the large sliding aluminium-framed glass doors opening to the rear patio area.

The Avalon Tree House features two bedrooms, two balconies with ocean glimpses and a fully functional kitchen. The shape of the house is designed to utilise the surrounding trees and embrace the landscaping and native gardens. The back of the house is at ground level and the front about 6m above the ground level.

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DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE UP TO $500,000

CODE GREEN PTY LTD

CODE GREEN PTY LTD

THE BARN, TERREY HILLS

THE COTTAGE, TERREY HILLS

The brief called for the construction of a Hamptons-style barn overlooking the bushland and ocean. However, this lovely image was complicated by the imposing of bushfire-zone restrictions. The stylish and practical solution to a specific design challenge, the barn appears to be lined with timber boarding but is a magnesium oxide-based board which achieves a one-hour fire rating and adhered to all regulations.

The builder met the clients’ brief, he not only designed the home but delivered a stunning one-bedroom sandstone cottage of open plan.

Various building materials and techniques captured the surrounding environment with careful attention to detail, especially the re-use of materials, many recycled from site

MERIT

WINNER

BLUETONGUE HOMES PTY LTD

PENINSULA HOMES PTY LTD

SAPPHIRE 21 MKII, SPRING FARM

DEE WHY

BlueTongue Homes has designed and built a great entry-level home without compromise to quality and/or finishes, excellent value for money.

Peninsula Homes has designed and built a quality home to a tight budget on a fixed-price contract. The home has been designed to take into account the spectacular water views from many areas. Exceptional finishes both externally and internally. Carpentry works were undertaken by in-house craftsmen with excellent execution. Great value for money.

WINNER

MERIT

DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE $800,001 - $1 MILLION

DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE $800,001 - $1 MILLION

DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE UP TO $500,000

CONSTRUCTION BY DESIGN

DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE $500,001 - $800,000

ELO SILO PTY LTD

KELLYVILLE

THE CONTAINER, CHURCH POINT

Great value for money. The two-storey home is more than 500m2 with exceptional interior finishes, plasterboard, ceilings, tiling and painting.

The exterior showed great attention to detail. A worthy winner for under $1 million.

This was a difficult sloping site; however, the builder was able to deliver a fine example of engineering and building design with a difference.

The home is built by joining six shipping containers with a composite steel structure. The interior has no gyprock and is fully lined with limewashed plywood including the in-house joinery.

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PALAZZO DESIGNER HOMES DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE $1 MILLION - $1.5 MILLION ELIZABETH HILLS RESIDENCE An excellent example of a quality project by a young builder of just 31. The level of detail, design concepts and execution of finishes were faultless. The builder also carried out much of the carpentry work himself. A very well-deserved winner.

MERIT

MILLBROOK HOMES

DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE $1 MILLION - $1.5 MILLION GLENHAVEN Another fine example of a quality build in a design and construct lump sum project. The home included the pool and landscaping. The level of quality was very well executed with attention to detail between different materials.

WINNER

RE BUILDING PTY LTD DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE $1.5 MILLION - $2 MILLION MONA VALE Although a cost-plus project, budgets had to be met. A difficult build with stringent boundary restraints and deep excavation requiring 800m3 of soil removal. The structure has incorporated different building materials in the design to achieve environmental elements and visual aspects. Interior finishes highlighted excellent quality control.

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GREMMO HOMES PTY LTD DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE $2 MILLION - $2.5 MILLION EPPING Over the past years Gremmo Homes has built many homes of varying designs and costs. This year it has delivered a quality home with an excellent calibre of outstanding finishes. Both judges concurred a worthy winner.

WINNER

CPLUSC ARCHITECTURAL WORKSHOP DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE $2.5 MILLION - $3 MILLION

IRON MAIDEN HOUSE, LONGUEVILLE An unique architectural design with some industrial tones. The building uses natural light, timber, glass, concrete, water features and steel. An excellent example of a melding of different materials and finishes. Although this design may not suit everyone, it met the clients’ brief and the quality of workmanship was faultless. A worthy winner.

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UNIQ BUILDING GROUP PTY LTD DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE $3 MILLION - $6 MILLION KANGAROO POINT The street view presents as a simple build, however, difficult terrain required thoughtful design and structure to suit the landscape. The builder has delivered an excellent home with a variance of building materials and well-executed finishes.

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DESIGN & CONSTRUCT HOUSE $6 MILLION & OVER NEWPORT The site was challenged by a steep slope with restricted access. Materials handling and the method of delivery required both excellent skills in project management and construction. The design took into account surrounding water views, landscape and the necessity for privacy due to its exposure of the bay. The quality workmanship and materials used were exceptional.

WINNER

AVANTI PROJECTS GROUP PTY LTD CONTRACT HOUSES UP TO $500,000

CASA MARONGIU, DENHAM COURT Despite its seemingly basic design, this two-storey, four-bed construction provides all the comforts and inclusions for relaxing family living. The build has high ceilings and open-plan living complete with an outdoor alfresco barbecue area. Great value for money.

WINNER

PAH INNOVATIVE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT HOUSES $500,001 - $650,000 WAGGA WAGGA The house is built on different levels to fit in with the contours of the block and to maximise the view. External materials are well blended, which makes the house stand out. Large-format tiles throughout the house have been well set out to minimise cut, with expansion joints well placed to not be obvious. The project was well finished and great value for money.

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ANTARA HOMES CONTRACT HOUSES $500,001 - $650,000 BELLA 40, ORAN PARK A great example in the use of a variety of materials to achieve a well-executed build at a budget price. The brickwork and plaster work are of a high standard.

WINNER

VIVA LIVING HOMES CONTRACT HOUSES $650,001 - $800,000 AUSTINMER First-rate design of an environmentally and energy-efficient dwelling. The basic construction of this home is made up of straw bales finished in lime render. The internal finishes have been excellently executed with exposed timber construction using timber dowels rather than nails.

MERIT

CONTEMPORARY HOMES CONTRACT HOUSES $650,001 - $800,000 ORANGE Great attention to detail is seen in this house. The joinery work in the kitchen and cabinetry is excellent, as is the timber flooring used extensively throughout.

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antara homes is the result of Danilo’s extensive experience in the building and construction industry. initially focussing on small residential framing, roofing and fit-out, Danilo later moved into high-rise and commercial projects.

Establishing a new business called City industries, Danilo began specialising in formwork steel fixing, concrete pumping and placement. this helped him develop wide array of skills across a variety of building methods and industries including small residential, commercial, high-rise and civil projects. in 2014 Danilo Cremasco and City industries where granted membership into the Master Builders association of New South Wales after successfully completing a range of small residential developments.

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The home: Bella 40 design A beautiful two story contemporary design. That accommodate all your family needs whilst maximising backyard space.

This home is designed with family in mind eliminating the need for a separate granny. We have designed the 5th bedroom/study on the ground floor with adjoining 3rd bathroom allowing a separate living areas for elderly family members.

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PATTERSON BUILT PTY LTD CONTRACT HOUSES $800,001 - $1 MILLION EDMUNDSON, PITT TOWN This project of 480m2 had a very tight timeline for completion and was built in only five months to a high standard of quality. The builder was able to construct an excellent home of a very high standard with excellent execution of both internal and external finishes. Tight quality control was evident in this build. A worthy winner and excellent value.

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COASTAL CONSTRUCTION GROUP PTY LTD CONTRACT HOUSES $800,001 - $1 MILLION DACRE, MALABAR The construction included some landscaping with a blend of various materials. Comprising of non-standard doors and miscellaneous building materials, the execution of the works were of impressive quality.

WINNER

GN WILLIAMS BUILDERS PTY LTD CONTRACT HOUSES $1 MILLION - $1.5 MILLION

BONVILLE PARKWAY RESIDENCE, SHELL COVE This project is excellent value for money. The quality of workmanship from all trades was faultless, in particular the variance in delivery of painting techniques and tiling. The build included the pool and some hard landscaping.

The builder was able to achieve the expectations of the client which required special design modifications and execution.

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BUILDABILITY CONSTRUCTIONS

MYALUP BEACH HOUSE, RED HEAD

SOUTH COOGEE

This house has been designed with many large cantilevers, requiring resourceful and clever engineering. There are interesting features throughout using a variety of materials in timber, concrete, glass and stainless steel. A job well done!

An exceptional home that’s family friendly, functional and open plan.

The builder met the clients’ brief and the quality of workmanship was abundantly evident throughout. The custom-built joinery, tiling, painting and overall finishes set this home above the rest in its category.

MERIT

MERIT

ASPIRE CONSTRUCTION PTY LTD

TECHNIQUE BUILD PTY LTD

BLAKEHURST

FIVE DOCK

This home incorporated excellent design concepts with large cantilevered roof structure utilising a variety of building materials such as concrete brick and panel exterior. The overall build displayed excellent quality to the execution of finishes.

A great combination of different building materials, in particular the structural steel and concrete design elements. The build was based on an open-plan living environment, with the utilisation of recycled bricks, and interiors comprising of timber stairs. Good tiling and careful blending of interior finishes. Access to the swimming pool and outdoor living area seamlessly extends from the main kitchen and living space.

WINNER

MERIT

CONTRACT HOUSES $1 MILLION - $1.5 MILLION

CONTRACT HOUSES $1.5 MILLION - $2 MILLION

CONTRACT HOUSES $1.5 MILLION - $2 MILLION

CONTRACT HOUSES $1.5 MILLION - $2 MILLION

NEW ENGLAND CONSTRUCTIONS

GREMMO HOMES PTY LTD

BELLEVUE HILL

CHISWICK

A deserving winner for this category. The overall exterior presented well with consideration to detail of the materials used. The interior finishes were exceptional - great tiling, stonework, plasterboard and timber linings. The kitchen and butler’s pantry design incorporated a superb combination of timber and marble. This build also included the exterior landscape and pool.

Gremmo Homes is already a winner in another category and is most worthy of a merit award for this entry. A stunning waterfront property, with restricted rear access and only a steep slope for materials handling, meant the build had its challenges to produce an impressive home. The overall build and execution of finishes is to Gremmo Homes’ credit.

CONTRACT HOUSES $2 MILLION - $3 MILLION

CONTRACT HOUSES $2 MILLION - $3 MILLION

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CONTRACT HOUSES $3 MILLION - $4 MILLION

CONTRACT HOUSES $4 MILLION - $4.5 MILLION

EVOLVE BUILDING GROUP PROJECTS

A J ANDERSON BUILDING PTY LTD

THE BOOKS HOUSE, BEAUTY POINT

KAMERUKA, NORTHBRIDGE

A spectacular home consisting of various building materials and design concepts including pool and hard landscaping. The exposed off-form concrete and stonework including the level of interiors is magnificent.

The interface between structural elements, detailed joinery and the quality of finishes exceeded most expectations.

A J Anderson Building has delivered a home of exceptional standard and excellent value. The design incorporates many different structural elements and building materials without compromising quality. The combination of the different materials used for the interior was also impressive, in particular the level of detailing between these finishes, excellence prevailed throughout. A worthy winner for this category.

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WINNER

ATLANTA BUILDING PTY LTD

BELLEVARDE CONSTRUCTIONS

BYRON BAY

ALMORA HOUSE, MOSMAN

A remarkable home, unique in design, utilising many different products and materials. The build has incorporated large energy-saving techniques. The quality of workmanship was outstanding, with great attention to detail complete with large entertainment and outdoor theatre.

There’s an extensive array of timber linings and a fabulous landscaped area, pool and cabana leading directly onto the beach.

A spectacular example of off-form concrete, complexity in design including the interface between structural elements; windows, doors and services had to be precise and seamless. The technical accuracy of the formwork required to achieve the finishes was an artform in itself. A wonderful example of skillful tradesmanship and execution of quality finishes set this construction above others.

WINNER

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CONTRACT HOUSES $5 MILLION - $6 MILLION

CONTRACT HOUSES $5 MILLION - $6 MILLION

CONTRACT HOUSES $4 MILLION - $4.5 MILLION

BELLEVARDE CONSTRUCTIONS

CONTRACT HOUSES $4.5 MILLION - $5 MILLION

GNC QUALITY PTY LTD

HEADLAND HOUSE, GERRINGONG

BELLEVUE HILL

Built on the headland of Kiama this home had its difficulties. Bellevarde has delivered another outstanding home, taking into account the magnificent surroundings and water views. The home has incorporated a large private entertainment area and pool. A combination of stone, concrete, zinc cladding and timber was used in the build with excellence and proficient execution.

A remarkable home utilising many different products and materials.

The design had very distinctive features especially the curved walls and joinery. The dwelling had to accommodate the clients’ large collection of artwork thus incorporating recessed ceiling mounting tracks.

The quality of the interior finishes was sublime.

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CONTRACT HOUSES $6 MILLION - $7 MILLION

CONTRACT HOUSES $7 MILLION - $8.5 MILLION

INNOVATIVE BUILDING SERVICES

EJ CONSTRUCTIONS

VAUCLUSE

GYLLENPALM, BRONTE

This is a stunning home utilising many different building materials.

There are exceptional finishes with the careful execution of wonderful design concepts and considering the magnificent water views. Excellent overall.

An exceptional build with exhaustive attention to detail and quality control. The build included the demolition of the existing properties, landscaping and pool. The carpentry and joinery installation are exquisite, the level of quality to all finishes was faultless. Built in the Hamptons style, it’s the envy of many.

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JOIN CONSTRUCTIONS

HORIZON

HOLLYMOUNT, KIAMA

DOUBLE BAY RESIDENCE II

An excellent build incorporating many different design concepts based on a non-circular floorplan with full-height doors and windows. The build incorporates seamless junctions between wall and floor finishes, exceptional stonework, tiling, concrete, painting and joinery. Additional features such as two pools (one internal, one external), wine cellar and fully landscaped entry and water feature. Overall, an exceptional build.

Horizon is well known for its excellence in building, and this construction delivered. There were many different materials and design concepts employed throughout this build. Impressive attention to detail and interface of services and finishes. Horizon met the clients’ brief without compromise to quality. The build included the pool, hidden entertainment area/boat shed and landscaping. A marvellous result.

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WINNER

TOWN HOUSES OR VILLAS/DUAL OCCUPANCY UP TO $400,000

TOWN HOUSES OR VILLAS/DUAL OCCUPANCY $400,001 - $600,000

CONTRACT HOUSES $8.5 MILLION - $10 MILLION

PIONEER BUILDING GROUP PTY LTD

CONTRACT HOUSES $10 MILLION & OVER

ELLIOTT PROJECTS PTY LTD

MERRYLANDS

NEUTRAL BAY

The builder was presented with challenges from day one on the project which is not unusual when faced with the demolition of existing buildings and all that involves. He had fortunately forged an excellent working relationship with the owner, architect and engineer and all problems were overcome. The result is an award-winning project featuring the best of modern technology.

The project involved the demolition of an existing house, excavation for basement parking for nine car spaces and construction of five townhouses with private courtyards. Excavation was carried out in stages to safely underpin and retain the neighbouring properties. The builder has succeeded in presenting a very attractive block with an interesting facade along with internal finishes that are of a high standard.

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MICRAH PROJECTS PTY LTD

M J MINARD PTY LTD

EDITH, LEICHHARDT

NORTH BONDI

Constructed in one of Sydney’s most desired inner west suburbs, these homes have a striking facade and light-filled spaces and exhibit style and class in every part of the home. The well-thought-out external cladding with the copper-look awnings sets the tone for what lies inside the residence. Throughout the residence there is high attention to detail to the work.

This residence is 200m from Bondi Beach, which means that parking is virtually non-existent. This was a major issue for the builder to overcome during the construction period. The ground floor is clad in foam and acrylic render and the first-floor walls are clad in a composite material. A challenging feature is the timber ceiling over the front balcony which showed the builder’s skill in creating this hyperbolic paraboloid.

WINNER

WINNER

IMPERO CONSTRUCTIONS

KINGSCORP PTY LTD

THE RILEY, DARLINGHURST

MACQUARIE APARTMENTS, MORTDALE

This project involved the transformation of a historic mechanic’s workshop in the heart of Darlinghurst into four boutique and luxurious terraces. There were numerous difficulties encountered during the construction, mostly because the builder was converting a severely deteriorated building into new habitable living space. The building is set in a heritage conservation area, so the existing facade was retained.

This very spacious three-bedroom apartment features a living area and balcony that combine to make a great entertainment area. The interior quality and attention to detail was first rate and the external face brickwork very clean and neatly finished. Additional window flashings were installed to assist in water runoff and to protect the brickwork. The basement carpark and stairwells were very impressive.

WINNER

WINNER

TOWN HOUSES OR VILLAS/DUAL OCCUPANCY $600,001 - $800,000

TOWN HOUSES OR VILLAS/DUAL OCCUPANCY $1 MILLION & OVER

UNO CONSTRUCTIONS PTY LIMITED HOME UNITS UP TO $400,001 - $500,000

TOWN HOUSES OR VILLAS/DUAL OCCUPANCY $800,001 - $1 MILLION

HOME UNITS UP TO $400,000

TQM DESIGN & CONSTRUCT PTY LTD HOME UNITS $500,001 - $700,000

ROCHFORD, ERSKINEVILLE

88 KENSINGTON

The interior of this unit was finished to the highest standard – spotted gum flooring and all joinery were superbly finished. Bi-fold sliding windows from the kitchen to the balcony are a great design feature. The external finishes were of the highest standard – additional costs were spent by the developer/builder to achieve this. Difficult excavation, together with tight street access and parking, made the project complex.

This very impressive unit is spread over two levels and the smart design includes very useful additional storage. The bathroom finishes are very good. The unit complex offers fantastic additional facilities including a pool, gym and barbecue area. The project unfortunately had very difficult access, with the Sydney light rail construction out the front.

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MADE PROJECTS PTY LTD

GNC QUALITY PTY LTD

No 1 LACEY, SURRY HILLS

THE TRIPLEX APARTMENTS, BELLEVUE HILL

This was a very difficult lump sum contract for the builder to undertake.

A very detailed demolition started the project, in addition to problematic site access for delivery and construction. The replacement of the windows to the original detail was complex. Internal finishes are of the highest quality and the design has resulted in very spacious two-level units.

This very difficult sloping site on a very busy road made construction very complex. Finishes were of the highest quality - the best seen throughout all price categories. The internal plaster wall finish was of the highest standard and the kitchen and joinery were top quality. In addition, the external off-form concrete finish was superb.

WINNER

MERIT

ARC.

CMS CONSULTING PTY LTD

CAMPERDOWN WAREHOUSE

BALMAIN

A difficult renovation of an existing unit. The builder had to rectify some structural issues, contend with noise restraints, restricted access and materials-handling restraints. The builder achieved a fantastic result by working around existing structural issues, to deliver the design brief without compromise of quality.

An existing home unit which had its difficulties, such as rectification of some internal design issues, poor access, materials handling and a tight budget to work with. A great result for such a modest budget.

WINNER

WINNER

HOME UNITS $700,001 - $1 MILLION

HOME UNIT RENOVATION UP TO $500,000

HOME UNITS $1 MILLION & OVER

HOME UNIT RENOVATION UP TO $500,000

SEAMLESS CONSTRUCTION

AGIA PROJECTS

ELIZABETH BAY

GAZEBO PROJECT, ELIZABETH BAY

Seamless Construction has delivered an amazing result. The difficulties of getting materials to and from this unit were extreme and it had very restricted access issues. Although this unit is particularly small in size the overall design concepts, the delivery and execution of the interiors were exceptional and of high quality. A worthy winner for this category.

The renovation of this unit required some upgrades to the existing external windows and doors with a complete internal stripout and refit.

The high standard and overall quality of workmanship was exceptional and faultless.

HOME UNIT RENOVATION $500,001 - $1 MILLION

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BUILDCORP ASSET SOLUTIONS HOME UNIT RENOVATION - EXTERNAL OPEN PRICE CATEGORY KIRRIBILLI In this row of 19th century terrace houses, the demolition of the front facade, built in the 1960s, proved to be very challenging. With the aid of computer modelling, the builder was able to construct a new portal frame to hold the new facade. A great job.

WINNER

APEX ALTERATIONS AND ADDITIONS PTY LTD HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS UP TO $250,000 OLD TOONGABBIE A most accomplished alteration/addition constructed and designed by the builder. Finishes were faultless throughout. Value for money was outstanding.

WINNER

BLUESTONE HOMES PTY LTD

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $250,001 - $350,000 TREE HOUSE, AVALON Exceptionally well-executed work to exacting design requirements. Use of timber and steel was outstanding, as were all finishes.

Keedah is a diverse building and joinery company specialising in boutique & high-end renovations, alterations, additions & joinery projects for both residential and commercial properties.

Keedah services the lower North Shore, Inner-West and Eastern Suburbs areas within Sydney, Australia.

Keedah offers four distinct business lines; project management, residential building, commercial fit-outs & custom joinery services. Joinery is a major focus in all our contracts, delivering a point of difference when it comes to quality, aesthetics & functionality.

Get in touch today to discuss your next project with Keedah.

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MERIT

DC CONSTRUCTION CO.

CUSTOMCONSTRUCTION PTY LTD

EPPING BOOGALOO, LEURA

PETALUMA HOUSE, AVALON BEACH

The building work was characterised by excellent finishes and a high standard of workmanship throughout. Value for money was outstanding.

The judges were impressed with the high standard of workmanship consistent throughout this project, and its excellent value for money.

WINNER

WINNER

ALBERT HALL BUILDING AND CARPENTRY

BOOM BUILD PTY LTD

NORTH BALGOWLAH

NEUTRAL BAY

Finishes and attention to detail were of a very high standard. Beautifully crafted work in a very competitive category

The judges were able to see beyond the striking stair detail to the generally excellent finishes and resolutions comprising the remainder of this finely designed work

MERIT

WINNER

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $350,001 - $450,000

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $450,001 - $550,000

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $350,001 - $450,000

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $550,001 - $650,000

UNISTRUCT BUILDING PTY LTD

DIAMOND BUILD AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

BRICK APERTURE PROJECT, PETERSHAM

SUNSET HOUSE, ALEXANDRIA

Beautifully crafted work to exacting design requirements in a very competitive category. The judges were most impressed.

The complex “butterfly” roof and associated clerestory windows interface, very well resolved, were among many elements of this work to impress the judges.

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $550,001 - $650,000

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GREEN ANVIL CO.

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $700,001 - $850,000 MOREHEAD HOUSE, REDFERN A superbly executed work in every respect. A fine implementation of a sophisticated design. A credit to the builder.

WINNER

BAKKER BUILT PTY LTD

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $850,001 - $1 MILLION “BIMBIMI” (HOUSE OF BIRDS), AVALON The building work was characterised by excellent finishes and a high standard of workmanship throughout.

WINNER

GENUINE BUILDING SERVICES

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $1 MILLION - $1.2 MILLION LEICHHARDT The high standard of workmanship throughout and fine bespoke detailing is a credit to this builder. A most accomplished execution of a sophisticated design.

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AJP CONSTRUCTIONS

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $1 MILLION - $1.2 MILLION BELLEVUE HILL The exceptionally high quality of materials and workmanship were evident throughout this project. Finishes were sophisticated and faultless.

WINNER

HISPEC CONSTRUCTIONS

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $1.2 MILLION - $1.35 MILLION GLEBE HOUSE Finely detailed finishes including soffit brickwork and excellent workmanship generally were the prominent features of this exemplary building work.

WINNER

NEWMARK CONSTRUCTIONS

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $1.35 MILLION - $1.5 MILLION BALMAIN EAST A masterclass in building by a young builder. Exceptional work.

building Design • Architectural • Heritage Works • Extensions • Renovations • Alteration • Upper Blue Mountains

RJW ConstRuCtions

RobeRt Wylie

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WILLIAMS BUILDING COMPANY

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $1.35 MILLION - $1.5 MILLION NEWPORT The judges were impressed with a young builder undertaking work of such complexity and scale.

This work was characterised by complex site excavation and underpinning, which the builder overcame to produce an outstanding result.

WINNER

AGIA PROJECTS

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $1.5 MILLION - $1.75 MILLION HOUSE PRANAYAMA, BELLEVUE HILL This work required, among other difficulties, complex site excavation including contiguous piling by hand in sand. The builder overcame all challenges to produce an outstanding result.

WINNER

PAUL KING PTY LTD

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $1.75 MILLION - $2 MILLION CENTENNIAL PARK HOUSE, PADDINGTON Beautifully executed work to exacting design requirements. The work is characterised by outstanding craftsmanship generally, complex structural steel, and an astonishing steel-plate staircase that was most impressive to the judges.

Innovative Building Services has established itself as one of Sydney’s most respectable and proficient building companies with over 20 years experience in the luxury residential construction industry.

What sets us apart from the rest, is our unparalleled dedication to excellence to ensure utmost client satisfaction, with a team of dedicated professionals using the latest technology to deliver and exceed clients’ expectations.

Our services stem from Luxury Residential Dwellings - new homes, alterations and additions to Commercial Fitouts - offices, shops, restaurants and surgeries.

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BAU GROUP

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $2 MILLION - $2.25 MILLION

WINNER

REAL CONSTRUCTIONS PTY LTD

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $2.25 MILLION - $2.5 MILLION

PADDINGTON

CHEYNE WALK, CASTLECRAG

The judges were most impressed, not only with the finely detailed timber stair and balustrade, but also the generally excellent finishes and resolutions comprising the remainder of this most accomplished work.

Finishes and workmanship are of an exceptionally high standard in this complex construction on a difficult site. The builder overcame many challenges to produce a magnificent result.

MERIT

MERIT

BUILD BY DESIGN PTY LTD

SKOPE CONSTRUCTIONS

CRONULLA

THE DOORZIEN HOUSE, KIRRIBIILI

An example of true craftsmanship. A most accomplished execution of a demanding design. Complex internal screening and staircase detailing in this project typified the flawless finishes generally.

These alterations and additions to a semi-detached dwelling were characterised by complex site excavation and drainage, extensive structural-steel work, and the additional challenge of protecting the attached dwelling adjacent. The builder overcame these obstacles to produce a beautifully detailed execution of a demanding and elegant design. A most impressive result.

WINNER

WINNER

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $2.25 MILLION - $2.5 MILLION

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $2.25 MILLION - $2.5 MILLION

JOIN CONSTRUCTIONS

PACIFIC PLUS CONSTRUCTIONS

SIBLING HOUSE, WOOLLAHRA

BIMBADEEN, BAYVIEW

A complex design flawlessly executed. The level of finish achieved on all elements was outstanding. Bespoke building at its best.

A most accomplished result on an extremely difficult site. An exceptionally high standard of workmanship is evident in every aspect of this complex project. A fine execution of a sophisticated and demanding design.

HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $2.5 MILLION - $3 MILLION

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SYDCON BUILDING SERVICES PTY LTD HOUSE ADDITIONS/ALTERATIONS/RENOVATIONS $4 MILLION & OVER BELLEVUE HILL The design demanded exacting details and finishes which the builder achieved with great finesse. A superior job of building in all its complexity.

WINNER

ATTIC GROUP

ROOF & ATTIC CONVERSIONS OPEN PRICE CATEGORY DARLING POINT ATTIC CONVERSION A high standard of workmanship and excellent value for money were hallmarks of this project. The builder overcame significant access difficulties to achieve this impressive result.

WINNER

PLATRE & DECO

RESTORATION OPEN PRICE CATEGORY DAWES POINT This is an unique restoration, the quality of workmanship was excellent with some amazing refit designs. The builder showed exceptional skills in restoring this home back to its original glory. The new works were installed, taking into account modern services without compromise to the integrity and age of the building design. An excellent example of great craftsmanship.

Buildings of significance Skope Constructions was established to provide highly professional management services to the construction industry in the following key areas: • Planning • Design • Construction • Maintenance Aged Care

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FIX AND BUILD CONSTRUCTIONS RESTORATION/ADDITION UP TO $1 MILLION CROWS NEST This project presented many challenges to a young builder who only received his licence in 2014. The renovations and extensions involved many structural components, such as underpinning and waterproofing issues had to be managed. The works incorporated an upgrade of existing facilities, painting, tiling and carpentry including a new underfloor study and rear deck.

WINNER

BUILDFORM PROJECTS PTY LTD RESTORATION/ADDITION $1 MILLION - $2 MILLION BURWOOD Buildform Projects has excelled in restoring this beautiful heritage home built in 1881 masterfully. The restoration, including extensions, have maintained the character of such a historic home and the workmanship required to achieve this stunning result involved the builders’ own employees and specialised contractors. This is an excellent example of restoration.

WINNER

FELSCH DEVELOPMENTS RESTORATION/ADDITION $2 MILLION - $3 MILLION ORILLIA, KIRRIBILLI A great example of a successful restoration of the existing circa 1890s home with a modern extension. The site was a 6m-wide block, meaning access and materials handling was a challenge. The extensions were uniquely modern. The structure stood at 11m high, incorporating a structural-steel portal frame, a glass lift shaft, off-form concrete,

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SANDLIK CONSTRUCTIONS PTY LTD

HI-PAC CONSTRUCTIONS PTY LTD

WOOLLAHRA

VAUCLUSE

This project required the amalgamation of two Federation Queen Anne homes with the front façade remaining and the extension meeting a modern style. The modernity of the extensions had to be hidden from street view. This was a challenging build with restricted access. The structural elements required precise execution to accommodate the large open spans.

A difficult site and build. There were many constraints applied to this project which hampered the construction process and execution.

Hi-Pac Constructions has excelled in producing an outstanding build of superb quality finishes. It was refreshing to see so many examples of traditional craftsmanship such as skills applied to this home. An outstandingly beautiful result.

WINNER

WINNER

GNC QUALITY PTY LTD

GROWTHBUILT

WOOLLOOMOOLOO

46 FOVEAUX ST, SURRY HILLS

A great conversion of an office building environment into a private residence. This conversion met the clients’ brief to provide an industrial feel with an open plan for entertaining. Design requirements and structural elements had to be altered and added, to maintain the structural stability of the building. The structural steel elements of the building also formed part of the interior finishes requiring an attention to detail.

Growthbuilt was engaged with the design and construction of this boutique development comprising 32 new short-term affordable living apartments in the heart of Surry Hills. The builder has delivered a high-quality affordable finish with smart design and construction solutions. A hidden gem was the rooftop on level five, with chairs and spaces for relaxing as well as landscaping,

WINNER

WINNER

RESTORATION/ADDITION $3 MILLION - $5 MILLION

ADAPTIVE RE-USE OPEN PRICE CATEGORY

TOTAL CONSTRUCTION PTY LTD AGED CARE BUILDINGS UP TO $20 MILLION

RESTORATION/ADDITION $5 MILLION & OVER

AFFORDABLE HOUSING OPEN PRICE CATEGORY

COCKRAM CONSTRUCTION AGED CARE BUILDINGS $20 MILLION - $30 MILLION

THE RESIDENTIAL GARDENS, ROOTY HILL

PRESTONS LODGE AGED CARE

The Residential Gardens at Rooty Hill is a 22-bed extension to an existing aged care facility. This project required the relocation of major services, with the existing aged care facility remaining operational at all times. This was achieved by construction footing modification and meticulous attention to safe methods of work and their management.

The extension connected to the existing facility at three points.

Prestons Lodge Aged Care is a 132-bed aged care facility. Works included the basement, two upper floors, landscaped communal areas, accommodation for a range of residents and two specialised dementia care areas. Located in western Sydney between the M5 Motorway and a residential area, the site is long and narrow with one access point.

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MULTIPLEX CONSTRUCTIONS PTY LTD AGED CARE BUILDINGS $30 MILLION & OVER

ST PATRICK’S GREEN AGED CARE AND RETIREMENT VILLAGE , KOGARAH

WINNER

P.R.A CONSTRUCTIONS PTY LTD LIFESTYLE LIVING OVER 55’S OPEN PRICE CATEGORY “EPACRIS”, CARINGBAH SOUTH

St Patrick’s Green comprises three independent living buildings arranged around a shared landscaped courtyard. The largest 11-storey tower includes a 100-bed aged care facility across the first four floors.

Construction included the removal of hazardous materials, management of materials in limited space, multiple façade finishes and safety management.

This seniors’ housing project is located in Caringbah South in a leafy suburban street. It includes five three-bedroom apartments over generous basement parking. There are individual and common area courtyards, each with as distinctive style and well-executed landscaping.

Finishes and fit-out are of a high standard. Natural gas, LEDE lighting and water tanks facilitate environmental requirements.

WINNER

WINNER

VIVA LIVING HOMES

BLUE ECO HOMES

AUSTINMER

LINDEN

This house is a good example of how the site conditions can still result in an extremely energy-efficient home, despite challenging circumstances. The site has many constraints to account for, including an E2 Sensitive Environment, a slope down from south west to north east, and bushfires. With views to the east and a house that wouldn’t quite orient to the north, this house still rates with a very high 8.1 Stars.

The Blue Eco Homes’ design team suggested thinking about the site with the main principles of respecting the bushland at the core and re-using as much of the existing built form, services and structures as possible to reduce waste and manage costs.

WINNER

WINNER

ENERGY EFFICIENCY – HOUSING OPEN PRICE CATEGORY

ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT – HOUSING OPEN PRICE CATEGORY

LIGHTHOUSE BUILDING PTY LTD

KOMPLETE CONSTRUCTION PTY LTD

THE TREE HAUS, CASTLE HILL

SHORT LANE APARTMENTS, SURRY HILLS

This design relied on the exclusive use of Australian hardwood, flawlessly joined. The builder was up to the challenge, producing a beautifully crafted outbuilding of great refinement.

A fantastic timber grain off-form finish has been achieved here. The beam, corner and edge formwork were all mitred, so no end grain is visible. Each formwork board was of a different thickness, therefore, drip grooves were individually routed to achieve a level finish, The concrete finish is throughout the building - internal ceilings/walls around lifts and common areas and cantilevered balconies.

BEST USE OF TIMBER

BEST USE OF CONCRETE

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BEST USE OF CONCRETE

TRADITIONAL OR GEOMETRIC CONCRETE POOLS UP TO $50,000

BELLEVARDE CONSTRUCTIONS

ELO SILO PTY LTD

ALMORA HOUSE, MOSMAN

CHURCH POINT

The quality of the off-form concrete was exceptional. All other concrete finishes show not only excellent accuracy but also achieved outstanding levels of finishes. The technical accuracy of the formwork required to achieve the finishes was an artform by itself. A true example of great tradesmen skills and execution to achieve such a fine example of an exposed concrete structure.

Built at Church Point, this spectacular design blends a cantilevered front edge off-form concrete construction with a 45-degree wet edge, beveled edge detail and integrated concrete cantilevered entry platform. Congratulations to Elo Silo for its first win in these awards.

WINNER

WINNER

WRIGHT POOLS NSW

FREESTYLE POOLS

SUTTON SEAFORTH

BORAMBIL, LONGUEVILLE

The small backyard presented access challenges during construction.

In addition, the client wanted to be able to view the pool glass window directly from his front door. Incorporating a glass wall has created serenity. A stunning submission from Wright Pools.

This winning traditional-style pool surrounded by black granite coping was designed to transform a steep, unfriendly backyard into an entertainers’ dream. With the pool 3.5m out of the ground on one side, the design and construction of this pool was extraordinary. Combine this with the new deck area with barbecue and stairs to the backyard and you have one major transformation of an otherwise unusable space.

WINNER

WINNER

FREEFORM OR NATURAL CONCRETE POOLS UP TO $100,000

FREEFORM OR NATURAL CONCRETE POOLS UP TO $100,001 & OVER

TRADITIONAL OR GEOMETRIC CONCRETE POOLS $50,001 - $100,000

TECTONIC POOLS PTY LTD

TRADITIONAL OR GEOMETRIC CONCRETE POOLS $100,001 & OVER

ATLANTA BUILDING PTY LTD

EAST LAKES

BYRON BAY

The homeowner was seeking something to get out of the square monotony associated with small suburban blocks of land and give their backyard striking contrast with a circular pool. Several obstacles were assessed and faced with careful planning. The suburb is on sand, which was a challenge when it came to excavation. Limited access was just enough to fit the one-tonne mini excavator.

Located in Byron Bay, this 100 per cent natural pool is the first of its kind in Australia due to its size and scope. The pool consists of freeform concrete walls, a feature concrete-sprayed infinity wall/edge, in-water garden bed with plants to assist filtration, a timber-clad island pool deck, a fire pit and a Japanese hot tub. The natural setting of this pool harmonises into the backdrop of the surrounding forest.

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WINNER

PREMIER POOLS PTY LTD

COMPASS POOLS SYDNEY

KELLYVILLE

2M FASTLANE LAP POOL WITH X TRAINER OVERFLOW, MONA VALE

Premier Pools’ winning display pool with water feature demonstrates how a pool can seamlessly sit next to a home and make both feel as one. It demonstrates Premier Pools’ ability to engineer and construct pools that need to take into account the engineering of other structures. The display pool provides Metricon with a seamless inside/outside entertaining area to show customers.

Compass Pools designed this fibreglass pool specifically to suit the site and the owners’ lifestyle. Set into an existing garden setting, it utilises both traditional and modern building materials to complement the existing house. The Compass Ceramic Composite 12m-long Fastlane lap pool features external steps and an overflow Compass Ceramic X Trainer Spa. A stunning finished product from Compass Pools.

WINNER

WINNER

KMD OUTDOOR CONSTRUCTION

WRIGHT POOLS NSW

NEUTRAL BAY

BERLINA PROJECTS, QUEENS PARK

The client’s brief for this project was simply to renovate the pool at their Sydney harbourside home. When KMD commenced removal of the fibreglass interior, large cracks were discovered in the pool shell and upon further investigation, the pool shell was an old gunite shell and the steel was rusted. Therefore, the pool was condemned. The project went from a simple renovation to a complicated pool construction.

Rarely does one come across a pool quite like this one - Wright Pools has constructed a structure full of water that is adjacent to a dry internal space. The structure design and finishes specification had to be best of class and industry practice. Sanitation for the fully tiled pool is via a water purification copper system with practically no environmental impact; easy to maintain and inexpensive to operate.

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DISPLAY POOLS OPEN PRICE CATEGORY

POOL RENOVATIONS OPEN PRICE CATEGORY

FIBREGLASS PO0LS OPEN CATEGORY

LAP POOLS OPEN PRICE CATEGORY

FREEDOM POOLS

ARTESIAN POOLS PTY LTD

KENTHURST

ANNANDALE BALI RETREAT

Freedom Pools designed this pool to suit the clients’ lifestyle perfectly.

The company excavated a solid rock platform to construct the pool in the desired location. Measuring 25m, the lap pool perfectly accommodates the owner’s exercise requirements as a veteran swimmer. The pool was transformed by the delicate landscape into a subtle feature, rather than an overbearing presence.

The owner of the Annandale Bali Retreat had a very limited space in which to build a pool and designed something that made the most of every available centimetre. The plunge spa/plunge pool fits perfectly in the front courtyard. The spa has been built right up to the front patio with the coping at the same level to give the illusion of one open space, and frameless glass was used between the spa and patio.

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IF ONLY THEY KNEW...

Meet Ed and Sarah. They love their home and recently retiled their balcony. The job was perfect and they were thrilled.

But 1 month later, they started to get leaching so they had their tiles professionally cleaned.

The efflorescence returned so they cleaned it again.

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WINNERS

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WINNER

PREMIER POOLS PTY LTD RESIDENTIAL – WATER FEATURE OPEN PRICE CATEGORY SEAFORTH What more could you ask for in a resort-style pool, spa and pond, with stainless-steel bar seating in the pool next to the sunken bar, a big-screen TV and water features to add a sense of tranquility? This was a massive job due to the magnitude of the pool and the amount of different areas and features it encompassed.

WINNER

CRYSTAL POOLS PTY LTD COMMERCIAL POOLS OPEN PRICE CATEGORY

ICC HOTEL (SOFITEL), DARLING HARBOUR Crystal Pools’ winning commercial pool at the Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour Hotel boasts an infinity edge overlooking Darling Harbour and its fantastic aspect offers sparkling views of the Sydney city skyline. The fully tiled 25m-long pool incorporates a long seat and large entry steps to provide access into the water. An amazing result.

WINNER

CRYSTAL POOLS PTY LTD COMMERCIAL WATER FEATURE OPEN PRICE CATEGORY

WALLUMATTA FUNCTION CENTRE, MACQUARIE PARK Created at the Wallumatta Function Centre, part of Macquarie Park Cemetery, this winning water feature is a major focal point of the meeting rooms.

Approximately 51m long, it features water spitters, entry stairs.

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QUALITY WITHOUT COMPROMISE SINCE 1957

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The best builders use the best inclusions. Does yours?

Building your perfect home really is the Australian dream.

It’s one of the biggest moments of your life, not to mention one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make. So when choosing your dream home, you want to use a builder that will make sure your home is the best it can possibly be.

The best quality, the best design, and the best inclusions.

ActronAir has been building award winning, energy efficient air conditioning products designed specifically for Australia’s unique climate for over 30 years, with a well-earned reputation for providing the best service and support in the industry.

So when you’re making your choice, make sure to check that your builder uses ActronAir air conditioning. After all, it’s better air conditioning for the best Australian homes.

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HOUSING ORGANISED GETTING AWARDS

Y D U T S TIP

d e s i n a g Get Or

Being organised is vital to completing your course successfully and on time. By using your mobile device calendar app linked to your email account you can keep track of class timetables and assessment deadlines. Here are some basic tips to help you keep organised and on track to complete your course: • Schedule in all your classes, practical workshops and appointments with trainers • Book meetings with your team workgroup members • Block out time for study at home or the local library • Plan your classes and study around work and client appointments • Colour code your appointments and scheduled events • If you miss out on a class, schedule in catch up time • Try to avoid distractions such as TV, social media or video games • Share your calendar with others so that they don’t disturb you during study time • Review your calendar every night and be organised for the next day

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GETTING HOUSING ORGANISED AWARDS

Contents Training

TRAINING COURSE LIST Training is offered at our Master Builders Education Centre in Baulkham Hills and our regional offices in Newcastle, Ballina, Wollongong, Port Macquarie, Gosford, Ulladulla, Orange, and Albury.

CPD points are available for all short courses and professional development seminars/workshops. We also provide customised training solutions and packages for your business needs.

Our training program options include: • Builder and trade licence pathways • On-site recognition of prior learning • Classroom training and assessment • Online webinars

Qualifications and Pathway Programs CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)

CPC30313 Certificate III Concreting

BSB51415 Diploma of Project Management

CPC50210 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building)

CPC31211 Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining

BSB41415 Certificate IV in Work Health and Safety

CPC30211 Certificate III in Carpentry

CPC31311 Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling

BSB40215 Certificate IV in Business

CPC31411 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing

MSF31113 Certificate III in Cabinet Making RII30915 Certificate III in Civil Construction

CPC30111 Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying

CPC20112 Certificate II in Construction

RII30815 Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations

CPC30611 Certificate III in Painting and Decorating

CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction

RII40715 Certificate IV in Civil Construction Supervision

Kitchen, bathroom and laundry renovation licence pathway program

Demolition licence pathway program

Short Courses First Aid

Remove Non-Friable Asbestos

Internal Waterproofing — Industry Best Practice

General Construction Induction (White Card)

Supervise Asbestos Removal

External Waterproofing – Industry Best Practice

Introduction to Hebel Installation

Work Safely at Heights

Below Ground Waterproofing — Industry Best Practice

Professional Development Seminars/Workshops Asbestos Awareness

Health and Safety Representative

Manual Handling

Contracts and Insurance Workshop

Health and Safety Representative (Refresher)

Pre-Purchase Inspection Report Writing

Guide to Complying Development

Introduction to Security of Payment Act

Return to Work Co-ordinator

Hebel Awareness

Keys to Property Development

Test and Tag of Electrical Equipment

For further course information including course fees, visit our website www.mbansw.asn.au Contact Master Builders Training on 1300 884 315 or training@mbansw.asn.au RTO ID: 6163

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Contents Feature Article

SEXUAL BUILDERS’ HARASSMENT LUNCHEON

Reliable, smart products are only as good as their support system.

Home

Groups

Scenes

Setup

Help

Favourite Scenes

MyWelcome

MyGoodbye

Movie Time

Bed Time

Favourite Lights

Living

Kitchen

Flood Light

Master Bed

Dining Room

Bedroom 2

Lounge

Study

Smart lighting and air-conditioning future-proof your homes and set them apart from your competition.

With MyLights and MyAir from Advantage Air, you have the proven reliability of Australian designed, tested and made smart systems, with both wired and Wi-Fi control.

You also have the support of MyTeam, our fast, responsive and locally based tech service team to help you through installation and take care of homeowners after handover.

The latest technology backed by local support equals smarter smart systems.

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CAREER PATHWAYS

Contents Training

Develop the best Site Supervisor for your Business Master Builders is able to offer a unique career pathway to develop carpentry apprentices into well rounded and skilled Site Supervisors.

It is a long-held belief by many in the building and construction industry that the best Site Supervisors and Project Managers are those who are trade qualified.

The recent evolution of the industry has led to changes in Site Supervisor and Project Manager roles. These roles are more demanding and require more rounded skills than ever before.

The ability to plan, schedule and budget a project are key skills required for these job roles.

A carpenter, for instance, who has spent time on the tools is more experienced in project work and the issues that may arise than someone who is not trade qualified or practically experienced.

Through consultation with industry, Master Builders identified a consistent theme around the inadequacies of current apprenticeship and cadet training pathways to create tomorrow’s supervisors and leaders.

Industry employer’s reflections on the capabilities and skills of new tradespeople and cadet graduates suggest that they require: • people management skills and the ability to develop teams of people with confidence and leadership • strong project management skills

• the practical application of trade skill sets The Master Builders unique pathway program addresses these specific industry skills gaps.

One of the underlying objectives of the program is to maximise time spent working onsite, where learning is applied in the “real world”.

The Pathway Program Master Builders believes the ideal starting point in entering the building and construction industry remains an apprenticeship with Certificate III trade level training.

On successful completion of the three years of training, the apprentice can earn one year’s worth of exemptions into a Bachelor of Construction Management at one of the following four universities: • University of Technology, Sydney • University of Newcastle

This program offers an exciting opportunity for apprentices who aspire to higher education, which will see an apprentice begin to study the Diploma of Project Management while concurrently completing their apprenticeship.

• Western Sydney University • Canberra University

Master Builders offers carpentry apprentice training at our education centre in Sydney’s Norwest (Baulkham Hills). Apprentices undertake project-based learning, gaining hands-on experience in construction techniques for each of the key elements of a building.

Apprentices attend class once a fortnight during the three years of training, spending the remainder of time working on-site.

As early as 18 months into their trade training, apprentices can start the Diploma of Project Management. This 12-month program is a

combination of face to face and online webinars outside of work hours which reduces the impact of time offsite.

A built-in feature of the program is the ability for participants to step-off the pathway if they wish, then jump back in at a later date.

How Can You or Your Apprentice Participate?

Enrolments are open now for the Diploma of Project Management that starts in February 2019.

If you or your apprentice are interested in this pathway please call 02 8586 3588 or education@mbansw.asn.au.

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Regional Roundup Contents

CORPORATE NEWS ULLADULLA STRUCTURE

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NSW SOUTHERN REGIONS BUILDING AWARDS 2018

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he Master Builders Association NSW, Ulladulla Office held their 2018 Southern Regions Building Awards on Saturday night 16th June at the Ulladulla Civic Centre where over 350 people were in attendance and were entertained by Frankie J Holden MC, Comedian Brad Manuel and local band The Swaggers.

Commercial Builder of the Year — Project Coordination (Australia) Pty Ltd presented by Tim Waterson of Cbus and Brian Seidler.

There was a record number of entries this year which all were judged individually by Judges Ross Meredith and Bruce Cohen over three weeks averaging 10 projects per day from Bombala in the south, Young in the West up to Lavender Bay in the North.

The Judges commented how difficult it was to select the winners of each category due to the outstanding work presented and noted all builders should be very proud of what they presented this year.

MBA Awards 2018 Ablock Builders — Derek Pryor SafeWork NSW, Di Craven MBA Insurance Services and Brian Seidler.

MAJOR AWARD WINNERS 2018 APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR Matthew Findlay (Batemans Bay)

2018 YOUNG BUILDER OF THE YEAR Shane Rofe ROFEBUILD PTY LTD (Southern Highlands) 0400 861 168

2018 SAFEWORK FOR EXCELLANCE IN WORK HEALTH & SAFETY – MAJOR COMMERCIAL

2018 RESIDENTIAL BUILDER OF THE YEAR

HUTCHISON BUILDERS

ABLOCK BUILDERS

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Wes Lochrin & Patrick Donnelly 0400 770 656 (Nowra)

Jason Barnaby 0418 284 810

2018 SAFEWORK FOR EXCELLANCE IN WORK HEALTH & SAFETY – COMMERCIAL CM BRIGGS PTY LTD for the refurbishment of the Tathra Hotel, Bega Street, TATHRA Chris Briggs 0427 646 550

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2018 COMMERCIAL BUILDER OF THE YEAR PROJECT COORDINATION (AUSTRALIA) PTY LTD (Illawarra) Stephen Morgan 0413 135 245

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MBA Awards 2018 Safety Award Commercial — Derek Pryor presenting to Chris Briggs.

MBA Awards 2018 Safety Award Major Commercial — Derek Pryor of SafeWork NSW presenting to Chris Dunn, accepting the award on behalf of Hutchinson Builders.

MBA Awards 2018 Apprentice of the Year — Leo LeBreton from Bristile Roofing presenting to Matthew Findlay.

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ULLADULLA NEWS

40 YEARS MBA MEMBERSHIP

HONORARY AWARD PRESENTED J

im Phillips has been an MBA member for over 40 years and this major achievement was recognised by MBA Executive Director Brian Seidler who presented an Award to Jim with the assistance of the Snowy Mountains Division President Kay Bylund at the Division Meeting held in Cooma on 5th July 2018 Meeting.

Jim joined the MBA St George Division through Membership Services Officer Russ Monks in 1975.

He remained a Member after he moved to Cooma in 1984.

Snowy Mountains Information Nights began in 2006 and the first Snowy Mountains Division AGM Meeting commenced in 2008 where Jim attended and was nominated and accepted a position on the Committee every year since.

Jim also nominated and won many MBA Awards including MBA State Awards which is a major achievement.

Jim’s strong commitment and dedication to the MBA is something to be very proud of.

Congratulations Jim Phillips – well done!

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ILLAWARRA/SUTHERLAND NEWS

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ILLAWARRA/ SUTHERLAND REGION CPD Seminar – 27 June The annual Wollongong CPD seminar took place on 27 June at City Beach Function Centre.

With a little rain outside it made for a great day of professional development education at the very scenic function centre.

This popular format for obtaining CPD points attracted almost 80 members who were treated to presentations on four very relevant topics including energy, BASIX, legislative requirement involving dial before you dig and innovative concrete protection.

Cronulla Workshop On 3 July we returned to the Cronulla Sharks home ground for another MBA event. More than 60 members attended this fast-paced, information-packed evening that continues to result in great feedback from members.

In addition to hearing from eight different presenters in a short concise manner, members were also treated to a number of lucky door prizes.

This event continues to get more and more popular and we look forward to seeing it grow from year to year.

Training – more to come The MBA branch and MBA Training have been working hard on enhancing the education offering in both Wollongong and Cronulla/ Sutherland.

As a result we have seen the number of enrolments improve in courses such as the recent first aid in Wollongong and the Keys to Property Development seminar in Gymea.

We plan to continue to build on this interest and have scheduled numerous courses for the remainder of the year including Cert IV in building and construction, External and Internal Waterproofing courses, Pre-Purchase inspection report writing, Working at Heights and many more.

Please contact us if you would like the full list of courses coming to your area.

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PORT MACQUARIE NEWS

Tim Waterson, Kerrie Clark, Leeanne Farmer, Leslie Williams and Brian Seidler.

Port Macquarie’s Master Builders Industry Insights Luncheon

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ur inaugural Industry Insights Luncheon was held at Cassegrain Winery on 1st August with over 50 members and guests attending.

This was a great opportunity to hear from our local member Leslie Williams, who gave us an update on infrastructure planning for the region.

Leslie advised us that growth in the area was continuing and she is very excited that funds are available to spend on projects such as the expansion of the Port Macquarie Base Hospital Car Park and the next stage of the Lake Cathie Public School.

Brian Seidler, Executive Director of the Master Builders Association NSW, gave us an overview of the state of the construction industry in New South Wales. Brian emphasized that it is crucial

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for trades to be seen as a respected profession again and for existing tradespeople to take on apprentices. We have an aging workforce, with an average age of 41 years, and not enough younger skilled tradespeople to take their place as they retire. Our population is growing at a faster rate than expected and with such a strong demand for accommodation the building industry will continue to thrive. Some of the other issues facing builders is the use of noncomplying building products and keeping up with technological changes and challenges.

In addition to our guest speakers, we heard from our sponsors CBUS Super and MBA Insurance Services. Tim Waterson, CBUS Super business superannuation consultant gave a general update on the financial performance

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of CBUS Super which produced a return of approximately 10% last financial year. Leeanne Farmer, the business development manager for MBA Insurance Services also gave a general update and advised how critical it is to get specialist advice when sourcing general insurance. MBA Insurance Services is owned

by MBA members and concentrates on construction insurance.

Cassegrain Winery was a delightful venue where we had a delicious two course meal, accompanied by some great local wines and beers.

We are very grateful for the time and information that our guest speakers and sponsors gave us on the day and we look forward to holding another luncheon in 2019.

NEWCASTLE NEWS

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CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF MEMBERSHIP WITH MASTER BUILDERS

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& K Mackay Building Company Pty Ltd was established in 1982 as a husband and wife partnership and was principally involved with larger businesses in commercial and industrial projects. In 1993, A & K MacKay Building Company joined the MBA as the nature and scope of the business changed.

Over the subsequent 25 years, as the business team and its experience grew, the business evolved into a company structure and the projects undertaken expanded to include custom residential, industrial, commercial, specialized accommodations, specialized facilities and a diverse range of developments.

In addition to dedicated and experienced employees, A & K MacKay Building Company has built a reputation for delivering consistently high quality workmanship through its network of reliable, highly skilled subcontractors, tradesmen, prompt suppliers and quality products. This has allowed the company to establish strong, often recurrent, working relationships with its clientele, as well as strong industry networks. A & K MacKay Building Company acknowledges the importance of supporting local companies and industry, with an aim to working with the best interests of the local industry as a primary focus.

A & K MacKay Building Company has, over the past 25 years, had its projects recognized

by the industry in the form of multiple industry awards and acknowledgments, on a local and national level. In 2015, A & K MacKay Building Company was humbled to receive the Newcastle MBA Commercial Builder of the Year award on the back of multiple awards for a mixed use project in Lake Macquarie. The company is both proud of its award-winning projects and the long standing support of the Master Builders Association.

Featured projects include the Gasweld office, Brisan Motorcycles showroom (2012 Award Winner), Marks Point Architecturally designed home (2017 Award Winner), Mixed residential and commercial building with basement carpark (2015 Award Winner).

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Contents Membership

MONTHLY PRIZE MEMBERSHIP DRAW

Eyes on the prize Working together to improve your membership We want your membership to work as hard as you do, so by taking the time to complete our Member Services Survey you’ll go into a monthly prize draw.

Have you attended one of our CPD Seminars or engaged our Legal or Safety experts? Do you have an MBA Apprentice working on-site? Your feedback means we can tailor our services and discounts to improve your experience as a member.

Keep an eye out for the email survey or visit www.mbansw.asn.au/promotions and you could take home a 32GB iPad, simply by sharing how MBA membership has helped you.

Narrabeen local, Joel Bird from Brace Building Solutions was our lucky winner for July, telling us “Whenever we get out of our depth on something our first call is to Master Builders”.

For a complete overview of all member benefits, services and member-only discounts visit www.mbansw.asn.au/MemberBenefits or call Member Services on 02 8586 3515.

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FIRE PREVENTION

Contents Health & Safety Workplace,

FIRE HAZARDS AND CONTAINMENT NETTING

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n May this year, a serious fire developed on a building remediation site on Macquarie Street Sydney opposite Parliament House. Containment netting fixed to multi-storey scaffolding ignited.

The fire resulted in the deployment of emergency services and required the evacuation of personnel from the work site and building.

Containment netting may also be referred to as ‘containment sheeting’, ‘screening’ or ‘scaffolding mesh’. The material is designed to contain demolition debris adjacent to public thoroughfares, suppress dust on construction sites and provide respite for site personnel from sun exposure when traversing from floor to floor.

Coincidently, the fire destroyed scaffolding

that had been erected around the building to remove flammable cladding, which had been identified as a fire risk. The cladding was removed the week prior to the fire which was limited to the scaffolding.

at Wollongong.

The containment netting involved in the incident was manufactured from polyurethane (PE) with fiberglass re-enforced banding. A fire retardant substance was not included in its manufacture.

While fire hazard properties had not been tested, it was observed by the authorities NSW Fire and Rescue and SafeWork NSW (SWNSW), that the material is highly flammable.

This is the third incident this year where polymer containment netting has ignited on a construction or demolition site. The first which was highly publicised occurred at Circular Quay Goldfields House in mid-February. The second

Serious consideration should be given to materials and substances found in workplaces that are flammable or combustible. The risks associated with a certain material or substance may not be immediately obvious. This could be as simple as a small pile of rags used for cleaning impregnated with mineral based solvents not being adequately disposed of.

Subsequently, independent testing of building materials for fire hazard properties is required to appropriately assess and control the risks.

The NSW State Minister for Better Regulation (Matt Kean) instructed the Regulator (SWNSW) to conduct an investigation into shade cloths behaviour in relation to fire propagation.

SWNSW has conducted 25 site inspections in the Sydney CBD in recent weeks and identified

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Workplace, Health Contents & Safety

FIRE PREVENTION

four to have flammable shade cloth. SWNSW has informed PCBUs to remove a particular type of mesh as this product has been directly related fires in the last two incidents. SWNSW will be continuing site inspections in the coming weeks with particular focus surrounding high population density areas, such as North Sydney, and Parramatta.

There is no current Australian Standard or industry guidance that prescribes acceptable performance criteria for the flammability of containment netting / sheeting. The MBA NSW Safety Department have liaised with Standards Australia who is speaking to the Woven Textiles and Fire Propagation Committees and their respective Chairman to see if the Scaffolding Committee is able to use the relevant information in standards covered by them, in an attempt to expedite the process.

If a line is drawn in the sand at some point by the Minister, post the regulators investigation, to enforce shade cloth with fire retardant properties it would be pertinent to have a standard in place to benchmark what level of “non-flammable” should be included in order to measure the shade cloth behaviour against. It is likely that councils will be directed to replace hoarding signage with “non-flammable” equivalents. It is also likely that the term “non-flammable” will be included in future contracts for contractors vying for State Government work.

when supplying containment netting, including: - the results of any calculations, analysis, testing or examination, e.g. any flammability properties identified by testing - the conditions necessary to ensure that the containment netting is without risks to health and safety when used for a purpose for which it was designed or manufactured, e.g. restricting the use of materials to a maximum height • current, relevant information must also be provided when requested by persons who handle, use, store or dispose of containment netting.

Designers, manufacturers and importers have similar duties.

Principal Contractors should also take action with regard to the risks associated with fire

• a supplier must ensure, so far as is reasonably practicable, the containment netting is supplied without risks to the health and safety to persons who work with the netting, or persons whose health and safety may be affected by the use of the containment netting.

• a supplier must carry out, or arrange the carrying out of, any calculations, analysis, testing or examination that may be necessary to ensure health and safety e.g. ignitability, flame propagation, flammability, or smoke release.

• adequate information must be provided

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• emergency systems, including evacuation procedures, are in place, and are regularly tested • all site personnel and contractors are informed of the fire hazards associated with containment netting during the induction process, and are trained in emergency procedures; To manage the risks associated with fire hazards and containment netting, Principal Contractors should request information from the supplier regarding fire hazard properties, including: • the results of ignitability, flame propagation, flammability, or smoke release testing and analysis; • the measures included within the design and manufacture of the containment netting to control fire hazards, e.g. fire retardation substances • the conditions necessary to eliminate or minimise any residual risk associated with fire hazards and the containment netting.

There are additional considerations that need to be taken into account until an Australian Standard or industry guidance is developed and published that prescribes acceptable performance criteria. They include asking suppliers of containment netting to provide information on fire hazard properties, for example:

The Scope of the proposed new Standard is to include shrink wrapping that is used as an alternative to shade cloth variations. The new Standard is preferable rather than including a new section in the pending revision of AS 4576 Guidelines for scaffolding.

Guidelines have a lesser impact on users as opposed to an individual Standard forming part of the AS 1576 series. Hence the development of a new Standard AS 1576.7 Safe use of encapsulation on scaffolding is warranted.

Suppliers of containment netting have specific duties under Work Health and Safety legislation, including but not limited to:

• uncontrolled or unauthorised access to the containment netting is eliminated or minimised

• demonstrating compliance with Loss Prevention Standard 1215 or British Standard 7955:1999 (or equivalent standard that prescribes the same test and performance criteria), or

hazards and containment netting and must be managed, so far as is reasonably practicable, by ensuring: • work undertaken in proximity to the containment netting does not use possible ignition sources without appropriate protection e.g. shields for hot works • combustible materials are not stored in proximity to containment netting • the containment netting used on site is manufactured from material of low fire hazard properties, or includes measures incorporated in its manufacture to control the risks associated with fire. Note: containment netting made from PE should include fire retardant substances

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• providing flammability test results that are comparable to other non-flammable materials, when tested in accordance with AS 1530.2-1993 Methods for fire tests on building materials, components and structures - Test for flammability of materials, or • providing test results that demonstrate self-extinguishing and low flame propagation properties.

Where a supplier cannot provide relevant information in accordance with the above, alternative products should be sourced and installed as soon as is reasonably practicable, and the risks associated with fire hazards and containment netting must be managed by other means, as outlined above, in the interim.

Written by David Solomon Executive Officer Safety & Risk Master Builders Association of NSW

SAFEWORK WORK, HEALTH AND SAFETY SECTOR PLAN

SafeWork NSW launches building and construction WHS sector plan

BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION

WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY SECTOR PLAN TO 2022

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ecently, Minister for Better Regulation, Matt Kean, launched the SafeWork NSW Building and Construction Work Health and Safety Sector Plan to 2022, a high-level strategy designed to focus on the major causes of fatalities, serious injuries and illnesses.

Over the next four years, more than $80 billion will be spent on infrastructure in NSW and the number of workers in the building and construction industry is predicted to swell by 13 per cent to 400,000, so it is critical we prioritise the activities and tasks, and work together with industry to ensure every worker comes home safely to their families at the end of the day.

The sector plan is the first step in alerting industry to the highest risk workplace issues, and will be followed by detailed sub-sector plans for housing, mid to high-rise buildings, infrastructure, and asbestos and demolition.

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Contents Health & Safety Workplace,

A word from the Regulator

Workplace, Health Contents & Safety

SAFEWORK WORK, HEALTH AND SAFETY SECTOR PLAN

Building and Construction incidents in NSW Between 2013/14 and 2015/16: • 35 workers were killed • 1,208 workers sustained permanent disabilities • there were 25,600 workers compensation claims, costing $520.5 million • 36 in every 1000 workers experienced an injury or disease, which is higher than the average of all other NSW industries (28 per 1000 workers).

What industry wants During 2017, SafeWork NSW met with over 100 peak construction industry representatives, to better understand the issues and challenges faced in the building and construction industry.

Industry told us they want:

to specific initiatives within their sub-sector.

• Consistent advice, and publications that are easy to understand.

Some of the major issues impacting on safety include: • a shortage of skills and resources

Our commitment

• a diverse workforce • tight profit margins • unrealistic time constraints • complex work arrangements.

Headline priorities We listened, and over the next four years we are focusing on workers who are most at risk of serious injury or fatality when: • working from heights • working near mobile plant or vehicles

• SafeWork NSW to prioritise the hazards that are killing and seriously injuring workers.

• working where there is the risk of being hit by falling objects.

• A level playing field when it comes to safety, with SafeWork NSW taking action against the ‘cowboys’ who are putting workers lives at risk.

We are also focusing on workers who are at risk of long-term illness from:

• A stronger training and assessment framework for high-risk activities.

• working with or near products containing silica dust

• To work with us, to collaborate and contribute

• musculoskeletal injury.

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Like you, we want workers to arrive home safely at the end of the work day, and so have committed to work with industry groups and representatives to secure positive safety outcomes with the right mix of advice, education and enforcement to ensure a level playing field across the NSW building and construction industry.

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• working on or near electricity

• working with or near asbestos

Mental health is also a concern: construction workers are reported as more than twice as likely to take their own lives compared to those in the general population. The NSW Government has committed a record $55 million to mentally healthy workplaces.

SafeWork NSW has released a pocket guide to construction safety, for small businesses and subbys.

Small enough to fit in your pocket, this guide gives you a snapshot of your safety responsibilities with handy check sheets and QR codes that take you to the relevant codes of practice or other technical resources.

Call our publications hotline on 1300 799 003 for your copy.

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Some of the initiatives already underway include: • State-wide falls from heights construction sector blitz.

• Working with industry to promote overhead power line safety.

• Auditing and monitoring of high risk work licence and asbestos accredited assessors, as well as registered training organisation providers for high risk work, asbestos and white card training.

• Piloting a high-risk workplace strategy, where businesses deemed as poor safety performers are targeted for monitoring, and an escalating level of intervention.

• New infrastructure team working with government and major infrastructure metro project providers.

• Monitoring of silica exposure in tunnelling.

• Inspections of sites with mobile and tower cranes.

• Facilitating a Musculoskeletal Disorders (MSDs) Symposium on 8–9 November 2018 in Sydney.

• Reviewing the current SafeWork NSW website and publications.

• Translating publications into multiple languages.

For more information, contact SafeWork NSW on 13 10 50 or visit www.safework.nsw.gov.au

Pocket guide to construction safety SafeWork NSW has released a pocket guide to construction safety, for small businesses and subbys.

Small enough to fit in your pocket, this guide gives you a snapshot of your safety responsibilities with handy check sheets and QR codes that take you to the relevant codes of practice or other technical resources.

Call our publications hotline on 1300 799 003 for your copy.

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WORKPLACE HEALTH AND SAFETY HISTORY

It is said in the early years of the ship building industry, workers covered their hats with pitch (tar), and set them in the sun to cure, a common practice for dock workers in constant danger of being hit on the head by objects dropped from ship decks.

A US mining equipment firm in California created

by Edward Dickinson Bullard in 1898 sold protective hats made of leather. His son, E. WW1 Brodie helmet W. Bullard returned home from World War I with a steel helmet that provided him with ideas to improve industrial safety. This design had flaws that were detrimental to the wearer if anything solid hit the hard hat as it was known to pierce the skull. In 1919 Bullard patented a “hard-boiled hat” made of steamed canvas, glue and black paint, with the intention to provide an element of deflection.

That same year, the U.S. Navy commissioned Bullard to create a shipyard protective cap that began the widespread use of hard hats. Not long after, Bullard Shockgard helmet developed an internal suspension to provide a more effective hat. In Australia this is more commonly known as a harness or cradle. These early designs resembled the military M1917 “Brodie” helmet that served as their inspiration.

As hard hats are intended to protect the wearer’s head from impacts, hats are made from durable materials, originally from metal, then fiberglass, and mostcommonly (from the 1950s onward) rigid plastic.

On the Hoover Dam project in 1931, hard hat use was mandated. In 1933,

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he invention of the hard hat is said to be the brainchild of writer Franz Kafka. He is touted as developing the first civilian hard hat while employed at the Worker’s Accident Insurance Institute for the Kingdom of Bohemia (1912), although there is no documented evidence of this research.

THE EVOLUTION OF THE HARD HAT

version for coal miners known as Comfo-Cap Headgear, was also produced.

construction began on the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California. Construction workers were required to wear hard hats, by order of Joseph Strauss, project chief engineer. Strauss strove to create a safe workplace, hence he installed safety nets under the workers erecting the steel. That proved to save some 19 lives and required hard hats to be worn while on Skullguard the job site. During helmet that time it was commonly said that a life was expected to be lost for every million dollars spent on a project. The project was awarded under an authorised bond of $35 Million dollars.

It ended up costing approximately $27 Million. Strauss also asked Bullard to create a hard hat to protect workers who performed sandblasting. Bullard produced a design that covered the worker’s face, provided a window for vision and a supply of fresh air via a hose connected to an air compressor. Similar yet more Comfo-Cap modern designs are still Headgear used today. In those times many workers safety helmets were made of steel.

Aluminium became a standard for hard hats around 1938, except for electrical applications. A new plastic Skullgard Helmet was introduced in 1930 for the metals industry to withstand radiant heat loads of up to 350 °F (177 °C). This was replaced by new plastic called Bakelite and was used to provide protection rigid enough to withstand hard sudden impacts within a Topgard helmet high-heat environment but still light enough for practical use.

Machinery of the times required that helmet materials used be electrically non-conducting. Bakelite resin compounded with wire screen and linen such as the Skullgard Helmet was the answer of the times. A low-crown

Fiberglass came into use in the 1940s and thermoplastics took over in the 1950s, as it was easier to mould and shape with heat and cost less to manufacture.

In 1952 the Shockgard Helmet was designed to protect electrical linesmen from electrical shock of up to 10,000 volts. In 1961 the Topgard Helmet was released and was the first polycarbonate hard hat. 1962 brought the V-Gard Helmet, which is similar to the most widely used hardhat in the Building and Construction Industry today. Most hard hats are made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE) or advanced engineering resins, such as Ultem.

1997 saw the development of a ventilated hard hat to keep wearers’ heads cooler. It was then that the introduction of accessories such as face shields, sun visors, neck flaps, liners (for colder climates), earmuffs, and sweat bands became more common place.

Today attachments can include radios, walkie-talkies, pagers, cameras and GPS. Hard hat colours can signify different roles on construction sites. These colour designations vary from company to company and work site to work site. Fire Wardens usually wear red while first aiders have been known to wear green.

A conspicuous hard hat also provides workers with a distinctive profile, readily identifiable.

Where helmets need to be used in poor lighting conditions, consideration should be given to requiring the selection of high visibility colours, bearing in mind the general colour of the environmental background, as well as the use of retroreflective material.

Peripheral vision plays a big part in safety around equipment or traffic. Peripheral vision registers shapes but not colours. The obvious shape of a hard hat is therefore easier for machine operators to recognize and avoid.

Wearers can extend their peripheral vision by wearing a “clear-view” hard hat. Which is made from clear plastic which can exceed a 400 UV rating. This alleviates the accumulation of

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There are three types of helmets typically worn in Australia.

enables the wearer to access more confined spaces with less obstruction.

Clearview helmet

Type 1 – Industrial For use in the Building and Construction Industry, and also suitable for factories and quarry work.

Type 2—High temperature workplaces This type of helmet, as well as meeting the requirements of Type 1 helmets, is intended to withstand exposure to high temperatures such as may be encountered in steelworks. It has a shell of a heat resistant material, and may have ear and neck protectors intended to have a low flammability.

Type 3—Bushfire fighting As the name implies, this helmet is intended to be worn by people involved in bushfire fighting.

It meets the requirements of the basic, Type 1, helmet as well as requirements for retroreflective marking and flammability.

It is becoming increasingly common to see workers wearing rescue type helmets that are easily identified by not having a brim at all. This

Wearing a hard hat any other way other than it is designed and in accordance with the manufacturers specifications, may result in dire consequences. Some styles of harnesses are symmetrically designed and may be fitted in a back-to-front manner in the helmet shell.

This practice may not be suitable in some situations such as Building and Construction sites. Often workers are seen wearing their hard hats reversed, not dissimilar to a baseball cap. Should something significant land on the wearer’s head, this may result in the wearer being scalped by the internal harness/cradle.

As it is designed to cup the rear of the wearers head not their forehead. Any unauthorized alterations to helmets, e.g. drilling of holes in helmets or placing stickers should not be made.

As such alterations reduce the effectiveness of the helmet or could void any approval or certification of the helmet.

The working life of a hard hat varies. Excessive discolouration of the shell colour or weathering of the surface may indicate a loss of strength, as do shells with splitting or cracking of the material, which can be caused by the environmental elements such as the cold or

exposure to the sun, both making the helmet brittle. Helmets showing similar signs of wear should be discarded. Tests have shown that generally, helmet shells have a life of at least 3 years from the time of issue. Components of harnesses may deteriorate more rapidly in service and harnesses should therefore be replaced at intervals not longer than 2 years.

Numerous styles of hard hats are becoming more common, include wide brim, broad brim, air brushed hard hats, hydro dipped hard hats and hard hats with graphics.

Hard hats worn in the Building and Construction Industry in Australia must comply with AS/NZS 1801:1997 Occupational protective helmets.

This Standard specifies the requirements for occupational protective helmets to protect wearer’s heads from falling objects in building and construction, quarrying, shipbuilding, forestry and other occupations with similar hazards.

The requirements set out in this Standard include the construction and materials of the helmet shell and head harness, mechanical strength of the shell and finish of the helmet.

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According to Urbis and the ABS, purchasing a property in Gosford costs half than the average apartment price in Sydney. The Gosford rental vacancy rate is more impressive too: only 1.3%, compared to Sydney’s 2.5%.

Central Coast Council and the NSW Government have mapped out masterplans for revitalising Gosford, with a total of $4-billion being invested locally. $348-million alone has been dedicated to upgrading Gosford Public Hospital into a next-generation health

facility, while the NorthConnex road project will create quicker drives into Sydney for Gosford’s daily commuters.

The ATO and the NSW Department of Finance are also relocating their offices to the Gosford civic centre, bringing 600 new jobs with them.

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SUPERANNUATION

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Gender gap in super Research shows that, on average, women are more likely to have less super when they retire than men.

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here are several factors that contribute to this. Women are more likely to take more time out of paid work to have families, they’re more likely to work part-time and, generally, they’re paid less.

Women also live longer than men, which means it’s even more important that they have enough super to last their retirement.

adding a small amount to your super now can make a big difference later on.

So, what can you do to reduce the gap?

Ask your partner or spouse to make a spouse contribution

First and foremost, make sure your employer is paying your super. The amount your employer pays is usually at least 9.5% of your regular pay.

Check with your super provider that payments are being made into your super account.

You can also: Combine all your super together into one account This’ll make it easier to manage and you’ll save on fees. You can do this online and find out more information about consolidating your super at www.cbussuper.com.au/ super/consolidate-or-find-my-super

Check your insurance Most Cbus members will receive some cover for death and total and permanent disablement when they join. If you aren’t sure what you’re covered for call us or check online at www.cbussuper.com.au/mss

They’ll receive a tax offset of up to $540 if your assessable income and total reportable fringe benefits for the financial year are less than $40,000.

A not so super fact In 2015/16 the average super balance at retirement for men was $270,710* For women, this figure was $157,050*

Find your lost super If you’ve been paid super into many different funds and your details have changed, your old super fund may have lost touch with you and transferred your super to the ATO. This money is called ‘lost super’, but it’s super you can still claim. Use the link above and we’ll show you how.

There’s a lot you can do to boost your super and retirement income and improve the

Top up your super by putting in extra yourself

Did you know that if you’re an industry super member you can increase your level of insurance cover within 60 days of when certain personal events occur? This is without the need to provide detailed evidence of your health.

You can do this by paying more from your before-tax salary (salary sacrificing) or from your after-tax salary. An after-tax super contribution may see you eligible for the Government’s contribution of up to $500. And remember,

quality of your retirement.

And if you need help, just give us a call on 1300 361 784.

Insurance

These events include getting married, giving birth or adopting a child (you or your partner).

They also include taking out a mortgage or business loan of $100,000 or more or increasing your mortgage on your permanent residence or business loan by this amount.

Go to www.cbussuper.com.au/insurance for more information.

Advice As part of your membership, you have access to a team of qualified financial advisers who can provide you with advice over the phone on a range of super topics at no cost.

If you’d like more comprehensive personal financial advice, the Cbus Advice Team can refer you to an accredited Certified Financial Planner (CFP) who meets strict professional qualification and service criteria as set by Cbus and the Financial Planning Association (FPA) of Australia.

The financial planner can offer you advice on a fee-for-service basis. Your first meeting is at no cost and any fees for advice will be agreed with you in advance. ^Australian Bureau of Statistics, Female life expectancy continues to climb Media Release, 18 October 2017, http://abs.gov.au/ausstats/abs@. nsf/latestProducts/3302.0.55.001Media%20 Release12014-2016, viewed 15 March 2018. * C. Ross, Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia, Research paper Superannuation account balances by age and gender, October 2017, http://www.superannuation.asn.au/policy/reports, viewed 6 March 2018.

This information is about Cbus. It doesn’t take into account your specific needs, so you should look at your own financial position, objectives and requirements before making any financial decisions.

Read the relevant Cbus Product Disclosure Statement to decide whether Cbus is right for you.

Contact 1300 361 784 or visit www.cbussuper.com. au for a copy.

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SUPERANNUATION

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o help more first home buyers get into the property market, the Government introduced a First Home Super Saver (FHSS) scheme.

The FHSS scheme allows you to make voluntary contributions (before or after tax) into your super, which you can then later withdraw for your first home deposit. You can contribute up to $15,000 per financial year, up to a total of $30,000.

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You may be eligible if you: • have never owned property or land in Australia • intend on purchasing a property for residential purposes; and • will live in the property for at least six of the first 12 months you own the property How does it work?

Any voluntary contributions you’ve made into your super from 1 July 2017 could be eligible savings as part of the scheme — there’s no need to open a separate account.

Any before-tax contributions (for example, salary sacrifice) will be taxed at 15 per cent on the way in, and any investment earnings on these contributions will also be taxed at 15 per cent.

From 1 July 2018, you’ll be able to withdraw these funds by applying to the Australian Taxation Office (ATO). Once determining you’re eligible, the ATO will arrange for your money to be paid to you from your super fund. You then have 12 months to sign a contract — or you may be able to ask the ATO for a 12-month extension. Alternatively, you could recontribute the amount into your super.

Benefits of the scheme • Tax savings. Before-tax contributions into super (for example, through salary sacrificing) will be taxed at 15 per cent. For most people, this will be less than their marginal tax rate — which could be up to 45 per cent plus the Medicare levy.

look to your own financial position, objectives and requirements before making any financial decisions. Read the Cbus Product Disclosure Statement to decide whether Cbus is right

for you, or call 1300 361 784 for a copy.

• Potentially higher earnings on your savings.

You might earn a higher return on your savings if the deemed rate is higher than what you’d get in your regular savings account or term deposit.

Want to talk it over?

If this scheme interests you, it’s a good idea to talk to a tax agent or financial adviser to see whether this suits your situation.

Cbus members can access qualified financial advisers over the phone as part of their membership on 1300 361 784 or get more information at www.cbussuper.com.au Disclaimer The information is about Cbus.

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How can I use super to save for my first home deposit?

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$8,212 $16,920 $25,892

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$6,492 $13,070 $19,681

than putting your savings into a standard deposit account.

Source: This estimate was run on 16 March 2018 and based off a total taxable income of $70,000, comparing an annual $10,000 before-tax contribution into super, against an equivalent before-tax amount into a standard deposit account over a three-year period. Please see www.budget.gov.au/estimator for full assumptions and disclosure.

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The main benefits of the scheme are taking advantage of reduced tax rates through super and potentially higher earnings on your savings – which all helps in saving up for a deposit.

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ABORIGINAL PARTICIPATION POLICY

NSW STATE GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES ABORIGINAL PARTICIPATION IN CONSTRUCTION POLICY The NSW Aboriginal Participation in Construction Policy (APIC) is a whole-of-government procurement policy creating opportunities for Aboriginal owned businesses and supporting Aboriginal employment and training throughout the NSW Government construction supply chain

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he APIC policy has been mandatory for relevant construction projects since 1 July 2016.

On 1 July 2018, the APIC policy became mandatory for three categories of construction projects.

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Projects nominated by an agency that are primarily directed to one more Aboriginal communities. This includes projects where an Aboriginal community is the sole or predominant beneficiary, a key user group or a predominant stakeholder.

All other construction projects where the estimated value is over $10million.

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It should be noted that all figures exclude GST. Suppliers to NSW Government for Category 1, 2 and 3 construction projects are required to comply with the requirements in the APIC policy and additional requirements set by agencies and the NSW Procurement Board in support of the policy objective.

Suppliers are encouraged to engage with local Aboriginal communities, Aboriginal organisations or Aboriginal industry bodies to support achievement of Aboriginal participation requirements by supporting identification and engagement of Aboriginal employees or Aboriginal owned businesses.

Aboriginal participation Suppliers must allocate a minimum 1.5 per cent, or a higher percentage as agreed with the contracting agency, of project spend to eligible spend.

Eligible spend may be distributed from the date of the contract award and up to project completion.

Eligible spend does not include donations or gifts to public benevolent institutions unless programs have been pre-approved by the contracting agency and identified as soon as programs specifically designed to generate capability and employment of Aboriginal people for future construction projects.

Expenses must not be duplicated in different types of eligible spend, for example the same costs related to trainees and apprentices for a project cannot be included as costs in both employment and education.

There are four types of eligible spend for Aboriginal participation: Employment • Aboriginal employees (including apprentices, trainees and office support roles) by suppliers and subcontractors engaged on projects.

• Aboriginal employees supporting Aboriginal participation requirements for the project (reasonable percentage of salary correlating to time allocated to individual projects).

• Labour hire.

Engagement of Aboriginal owned businesses Engagement of Aboriginal owned businesses to provide related goods and services to the project, such as: • Raw materials and plant • Cleaning and maintenance services • On-site food and beverage services • Professional services such as design consultancy, insurance, work health and safety, cultural awareness training and Aboriginal cultural heritage assessments.

Education/training • Expenses for training of Aboriginal employees engaged in the planning, design and delivery of the project.

• Expenses paid for by the supplier for the development and delivery of Aboriginal education programs and courses to its employees.

Eligible training and education activities are to be pre-approved by the contracting agency and provided by Registered Training Organisations such as Master Builders and / or TAFE NSW. Engagement/consultation Expenses approved by the contracting agency for the engagement of Aboriginal organisations or Aboriginal industry bodies directly related to supporting achievement of policy requirements by identifying and engaging Aboriginal employees or Aboriginal owned businesses.

Achieving the full allocation for Aboriginal participation The full allocation for Aboriginal participation must be distributed to eligible spend types.

Where suppliers are unable to achieve this, they must distribute the remainder to the APIC policy’s list of approved bodies, namely:

requirements in the Aboriginal Participation Plan on all projects up to $10million.

Aboriginal Participation Plans are part of the tender response and approved by the contracting agency. The requirements of the approved plan are to be entered in the APIC policy reporting portal and reported against in accordance with the APIC policy reporting requirements.

A final Aboriginal Participation Report must be provided by suppliers through the APIC policy reporting portal at the completion of the construction project and identify if Aboriginal participation requirements were met.

The information from supplier plans and reports may be published and will be used for annual reviews of the APIC policy.

Where an Aboriginal owned business is awarded a construction contract, the Aboriginal owned business must provide regular reporting on the employment of Aboriginal people to contracting agencies. Where possible, the NSW Government will leverage the existing employee information available via Supply Nation and NSW Indigenous Chamber of Commerce or another appropriate organisation.

Requirements for Aboriginal owned businesses

• Master Builders Association • Literary for Life Foundation Approved bodies support programs to improve capability and employment outcomes for Aboriginal people for future construction projects.

The allocation for Aboriginal participation from suppliers to the approved bodies and the distribution of these funds by the approved bodies is monitored by the NSW Procurement Board.

Aboriginal owned businesses supplying directly to NSW Government are exempt from the 1.5 per cent of project spend requirement for Aboriginal participation. However, the business must provide regular reporting on the employment of Aboriginal people within the business.

Aboriginal businesses must meet any additional measures supplied by the contracting agency in support of the APIC policy objective.

Reporting

Further information

The value of the construction project dictates reporting requirements. Suppliers must provide an Aboriginal Participation Plan specific to each project and report:

Should members have any further enquiries regarding this matter the following contact points are available

• Monthly on progress towards the requirements in the Aboriginal Participation Plan on all projects over $10million.

• Quarterly on progress towards the

NSW Government ProcurePoint website for the APIC Policy: www.procurepoint.nsw.gov.au or alternatively contact the NSW Procurement Service centre on 1800 679 289 or email nswbuy@finance.nsw.gov.au

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NEW LEGISLATION

NSW STATE GOVERNMENT PASSES MODERN SLAVERY ACT 2018 Members are advised that the NSW State Government recently passed legislation to introduce a Modern Slavery Act 2018.

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• To combat modern slavery, • To provide assistance and support for victims of modern slavery, • To provide for an Anti-slavery Commissioner (the Commissioner), • To provide for detection and exposure of modern slavery that may have occurred or be occurring or that is likely to occur, • To raise community awareness of, and provide for education and training about, modern slavery,

• Enabling the Commissioner to work co-operatively with, and disseminate information to, such other agencies, persons, bodies and organisations as the Commissioner thinks appropriate, • Protecting persons providing information to the Commissioner in accordance with the Act and in good faith from criminal or civil liability, • Providing for the exercise of the Commissioner of powers that are necessary to be done in connection with, or reasonably incidental to, the exercise of specific powers conferred on the Commissioner by the proposed Act,

• To encourage collaborative action to combat modern slavery, • To provide for the assessment of the effectiveness and appropriateness of laws prohibiting modern slavery and to improve the implementation and enforcement of such laws, • To provide for mandatory reporting of risks of modern slavery occurring in the supply chains of certain corporate bodies, • To make forced marriage of a child and certain slavery and slavery-like conduct offences in New South Wales, • To further penalise involvement in cybersex trafficking by making if an offence to administer a digital platform for the purpose of child abuse material.

Once appointed, the Anti-slavery Commissioner’s functions under the Act, amongst other matters include: • Making it clear that the Commissioner’s functions may generally be exercised with respect to any government or non-government agency, person, matter or thing (whether or not they are in or of, or for, the State), • Making it clear that the Commissioner’s role does not include investigating or dealing directly with individual cases, • Requiring the Commissioner to prepare strategic plans addressing the Commissioner’s key objectives and priorities in the periods to which they relate and setting out how the Commissioner proposes to exercise the Commissioner’s functions in the period concerned, • Describing the Commissioner’s public awareness and advice functions, • Providing for the exchange of information relating to modern slavery or suspected instances of modern slavery between the Commissioner and other persons and agencies, bodies and organisations, • Imposing duty on agencies in or of New South Wales that provide or deal with services or issues affecting victims of modern slavery and the Commissioner to work co-operatively in exercising their functions,

•Providing for the delegation of the Commissioner’s powers.

The Act also requires all commercial entities (that supply goods and services) with total revenue of $50m and an employee in New South Wales to prepare annual public modern slavery statement for each financial year to be made publicly available within a set period after the end of that business’s financial year to be set out in the regulations made under the Act. Penalties up to $1.1m will apply for non-compliance and for false or misleading statement. In contrast, the proposed federal Modern Slavery Bill is expected to be limited to entities with total consolidated revenue of threshold of $100m and it is not expected to provide any penalties for non-compliance.

The Act provides that the reporting requirements of statements will be set by regulation, but may include: (a) The organisation’s structure, its business and its supply chains; (b) Its due diligence process in relation to modern slavery; (c)

Parts of the business and supply chains where risks exist, and steps taken to manage those risks; and (d) Training about modern slavery to its employees.

For Government Procurement, the Commissioner must regularly consult with the Auditor-General and the NSW Procurement Board to monitor the effectiveness of due diligence procedures in place to ensure that the procurement of goods and services by government agencies are not the product of modern slavery.

Members are also advised that the Federal Government has introduced legislation into the House of Representatives which seeks to establish a Modern Slavery Act on a national basis. The Federal Modern Slavery Bill proposes to require domestic and foreign entitles with an annual revenue of $100million who are carrying on business in Australia, to submit ‘Modern Slavery Statements’ every 12 months.

Information contained in those Statements are anticipated to be similar to the NSW State Modern Slavery Act requirements. However, unlike its NSW counterpart, the Federal Bill does not propose a penalty for failure to comply, and in fact it expressly limits a penalty being introducted in the future.

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Dear Member,

RE: NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF NSW I hereby give notice that the Annual General Meeting of the Master Builders Association of NSW will take place on Tuesday, 11th December 2018 at 3.00pm at 52 Parramatta Road, Forest Lodge, NSW (MBA Head Office).

Yours faithfully,

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NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF NSW Tuesday, 11th DECEMBER 2018 @ 3.00PM AGENDA 1.0 Attendance and Apologies 2.0 Minutes of Previous Meeting (12 December 2017) 3.0 President’s Report 4.0 Presentation of MBA/NSW Audited Accounts 5.0 Close of Annual General Meeting N.B. This year’s financial statements can be found on the Association’s website at www.mbansw.asn.au/financials Any member who does not have access to the Internet and would like a hard copy of the financial statements posted to them, free of charge, should contact Streb Delovski, Manager Finance & Administration on (02) 8586 3508.

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