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MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA NOVEMBER – DECEMBER 2014 VOLUME 69 ISSUE 10

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A WORD FROM THE EDITOR

Thank you and farewell; for now.

Laura Luvara Editor

What an amazing year of ups and downs it has been. Here we are at the end, with the final Master Builder magazine for the year. Incidentally, this will also be my final edition as editor, for the next year at least. I’ll be leaving Master Builders for a year of maternity leave, but I am sure the team will continue the good work on this magazine I’ve become so proud of.

I want to take this opportunity to say thank you to all of the staff and members of Master Builders for providing such a wonderful working environment over the past four years. It’s been a pleasure to work with you all and a privilege to keep you, as members, informed.

In this edition of Master Builder, CEO Radley de Silva will address the policy issues that we are focused on as we head into the State Election p.21 See more about what we’ve been doing during the election campaign at our campaign website www.buildingourfuture.com.au.

The last of our major awards nights were held in October with Armadillo Homes named Master Builder of the Year.

The Excellence in Housing Awards are always a highlight of the Master Builders calendar and this year was no exception.

Congratulations to all of the winners. See all the fun from the night on the Social Pages on p.50 and a round-up of the award winners and their projects on p.26 The usual mix of news and information can also be found in the pages ahead, I hope you enjoy the read as much as I have enjoyed putting it together for you (with the help of the wonderful staff here at Master Builders).

For now, I’ll say farewell and I wish you all a very happy and safe festive season and a successful new year ahead.

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features 1 8 10

FROM CEO RADLEY DE SILVA

membership 20 & 21

EXCELLENCE IN HOUSING AWARDS 26 WORLD WAR 1

Edward Wi, Klass Living

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Master Builders War Heroes

Boral Limited

BLSC 36

regulars

TRAINING 37 12

CASE STUDY CONSTRUCTIONS

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Chris gets recognised in Queensland

REGIONAL ROUND UP

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MEET THE STAFF

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SOCIAL PAGES

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DIRECTORY 79 WHAT’S NEW

Build your career

GREEN LIVING

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Master Builders Green Living Conference

LEGAL 40

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KL & LM Horstman

EXCLUSIVE DISCOUNTS

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2015 EVENTS CALENDAR

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MEMBER MILESTONE

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NEW MEMBERS

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general features

High Court rules no duty of care owned by

PROJECT FEATURE

Builders to Owners Corporations

Eden Stage 1, Abbotsford

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CAREERS 42

TRANSPORT 70

Matthew puts his scholarship to work

TOOLS OF THE TRADE

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MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA 332 Albert Street, East Melbourne VIC 3002 Tel: (03) 9411 4555 Fax: (03) 9411 4591 Email: mbassist@mbav.com.au www.mbav.com.au Master Builder is the official journal of the Master Builders Association of Victoria, which was established in 1875 and is the state’s oldest employer organisation.

The organisation is part of the Australia-wide Master Builder movement. The keynote is service: and Master Builder is produced in line with this objective of keeping all members informed of all matters affecting them. Membership of the Master Builders is open to all qualified business operatives in the building and construction industry; the basis of membership is integrity and competence, based on training and experience.

BOARD OF MANAGEMENT: Peter Picking (President) Melanie Fasham (Deputy President) Greg Zuccala (Immediate Past President) Lou Raunik (Treasurer) David Moyle, Richard Hansen, Jarrod Sanfilippo, Darren Pye and Ian Hawkey

MEMBER PROFILES Leighton Contractors

Mike Kane, CEO and Managing Director

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Council of Management: Peter Picking (President) Melanie Fasham (Deputy President) Greg Zuccala (Immediate Past President) Lou Raunik (Treasurer) David Moyle, Richard Hansen, Jarrod Sanfilippo, Darren Pye, Ian Hawkey Philip Robinson, Lindsay Barber, Michael Clemenger, Tom Basel, Michael Cameron, Adam Siegel, Claude Salvatore, Sandy McPherson, Nic Morgan and Paul Gardiner CEO: Radley de Silva, 9411 4501 General Manager, Commercial Services: Viviana Hood, 9411 4516 General Manager, Corporate Services: Lawrie Cross, 9411 4582 General Manager, BLSC: Marc Lyons, 9411 8001 MANAGERS: Membership: Dom Butera, 9411 4598 Legal: Angelo Simonetto, 9411 4593 Industrial Relations: Daniel Hodges, 9411 4562 OHS: John Darcy, 9411 4521 Training: Julie-Anne Sheppard, 9411 4544 MBA Insurance Services: Kevin Pattison, 9411 4532 Policy & Communications: Tim Salathiel, 9411 4515 Business Development: Tony Biffaro, 9411 4557 Finance & Administration: Ron Joordens, 9411 4556 Human Resources: Margaret Short, 9411 4540 Sponsorship & Alliance: Danielle Penna, 9411 4551 Magazine Editor: Peter Sackett, 9411 4534, psackett@mbav.com.au

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PRESIDENT’S FOREWORD

The year ahead and looking back on my Presidency As this year draws to a close we can reflect on 2014 as a year that started out with a new Federal Government.

This government promised industrial relations reform and prudent economic management, including renewed prosperity for our industry that would Greg Zuccala President be underpinned by Prime Minister Tony Abbott’s promise to be our ‘infrastructure Prime Minister’ while declaring Australia to be; “under new management and open for business”. We had developed an uncommon expectation for sensible, rational and stable governance, and the prospects for our country and our industry looked strangely promising.

Since then; a tough Federal Budget, an obstructive Senate and a volatile market have dampened that initial confidence.

Here in Victoria (at the time of writing) we’re contemplating the possibility of a new Labor State Government that will abolish the Construction Code Compliance Unit (CCCU) with consequent reinvigoration of union delinquency. In this State Election year, Master Builders, through its Building our Future campaign has promoted the needs of those in our industry who build the homes, schools, hospitals, sporting grounds, transport connections, offices and workplaces that allow our community to thrive.

The Royal Commission into union misconduct has exposed a culture of union coercion, bullying and intimidation within our industry. This inquiry has now been extended to the end of next year. It seems incongruous that as Australians, we generally consider ourselves to be an egalitarian, tolerant and multicultural society built upon generations of immigration from Europe and, more recently from Asia and the Middle East; yet, in contrast our industrial relations

landscape appears to be beset by class and cultural divide – a culture that is propagated and driven by misguided elements within unions and politics for their own purposes.

It’s this iniquitous culture that is now threatening the viability of our commercial construction industry, including the development of our natural resources. Boral CEO, Mike Kane, has shown our industry the way by his courage in standing up for his convictions. The next 12 months, and the Federal Government’s response to the Royal Commission, will be a watershed not only for our industry, but ultimately for our country’s future prosperity.

Our residential construction industry recently showcased Victoria’s best builders at the Master Builders Excellence in Housing Awards. An outstanding range of innovative renovations, contemporary apartments and new homes was a testament to the quality and dedication of our residential builders. I congratulate all of the entrants and especially, the winners.

Lastly, my tenure as President has now come to an end. It has been an honour and a privilege to represent you for the past two years. I’ve had great support from a talented, hard working Board, including our CEO Radley de Silva, his management team and all of the Master Builders staff. Your Master Builders is the most professional, the most forward thinking and the most customer-focussed organisation in the country. It is not only financially strong, it is also run and staffed by people who are truly professional and who genuinely care about our industry and who care about our members. Master Builders is well placed to service your needs and to best represent our industry to all levels of government.

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GUEST FOREWORD

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The challenge to Australia’s economy As an American calling Australia home, I can see why Australia is the ‘lucky country’.

However, Australia is also very challenged. It’s the least cost-competitive economy in terms of manufacturing Mike Kane relative to the world’s top 25 industrial CEO and Managing Director, countries1. High input costs, the Boral Limited high Australian dollar, and declining productivity, along with our industrial relations frameworks and union corruption, all contributing.

In response to these challenges, at Boral, we’ve been exiting cement manufacturing in favour of lower cost imports, consolidating timber operations, selling masonry and windows assets, and seeking a structural solution for the challenged brick business.

As a construction materials supplier, we have also been wearing the additional cost of union corruption in the Melbourne construction market.

Since February 2013, Boral has been at the front end of the CFMEU’s efforts to use the ‘intravenous drug’ of concrete as a choke point to punish ‘disobedient’ contractors. We refused to agree to the union’s demands to stop supplying one of our customers and as punishment; an illegal secondary boycott was imposed against Boral. To date, the bans have cost us well in excess of $10 million in lost earnings and legal fees.

Change is desperately needed. The national conversation that’s taking place about our industry cannot stop until there is an end to the illegality, the stand-over tactics, the manipulation and anti-competitive conduct.

While the CFMEU has been allowed to wield extraordinary power, let’s be clear, the cultural hurdles to productivity, and the unlawful practices, are in place because we as an industry have for far too long gone along with the union’s demands.

In my view, no industry participant should be able to reach an agreement or understanding with the union to give effect to an illegal ban or assist the CFMEU to affect an illegal ban.

However, that is exactly what’s happening.

Law reform needs to provide effective sanctions for secondary boycott conduct (applying to all industry participants as well as unions), effective enforcement of secondary boycott laws and improve union governance.

As Master Builders members you can help accelerate change.

It’s time to use our public voice to support change – to assist the ACCC with its investigation and to support the Federal Government’s move to make legislative changes.

We all have a right to operate our businesses freely within the boundaries of the law. We also have a duty to ensure our industry is productive and prosperous for the future.

To learn more, refer to Mike Kane’s Address to the Construction Materials Industry Conference (CMIC14), 4 September 2014 and the Letter from Mike Kane to the Royal Commission into Trade Union Governance and Corruption, July 2014 – both available at www.boral.com.au (under News & Announcements) 1. Boston Consulting Group, Global Index of Manufacturing Cost Competitiveness, Harold Sirkin, Michael Zinser & Justin Rose, August 2014 https://www.bcgperspectives.com/Images/ The_Shifting_Economics_of_Global_Manufacturing_Aug_2014.pdf

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Environmental assessments streamlined The Federal Government has fulfilled its election commitment to streamline environmental assessments by removing duplication across jurisdictions, with the release of a draft assessment bilateral agreement.

“This will reduce the regulatory burden on business by streamlining the environmental assessment and approvals process, while still maintaining high environmental standards,” said Federal Environment Minister Greg Hunt.

The new agreement will replace the assessment bilateral agreement currently in place, establishing a ‘One-Stop Shop’ single assessment and approval process aimed at increasing the number of eligible projects in Victoria.

“It’s about removing duplication across jurisdictions and creating a more efficient process.”

The Federal Office of Best Practice Regulation has estimated this reform would save Australian businesses around $420 million each year and delivers on an election commitment secured last year from the Federal Coalition.

The draft bilateral agreement can be located here: http:// www.environment.gov.au/topics/environment-protection/ environment-assessments/bilateral-agreements/vic.

Master Builders has welcomed the move as a positive step that will help reduce green tape involved in environmental approvals for the construction industry.

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Nominate your top apprentices and reap the rewards

Winning pair: The 2014 joint Apprentice of the Year winners Brandon Betts and Rhonda Neil with Higher Education and Skills Minister Nick Wakeling.

Do you have an outstanding apprentice who deserves some recognition?

Nominations are now open for the 2015 Employer Nominated Apprentice of the Year Award. Why not nominate them?

You are able to nominate one or more apprentices or Diploma of Building students for this award. Not only will your apprentice benefit from the encouragement, but your business could gain recognition as a quality employer of up-and-coming apprentices.

ENTRY CRITERIA • Apprentices must have worked for your company during the year 2014 and completed their third or fourth year apprenticeship.

• Diploma of Building students must have worked for your company during the year 2014.

• Employer must be a member of the Master Builders Association of Victoria.

• Completed nomination form for each apprentice/student.

• All nominees must show excellence in performance in their trade skills and outstanding commitment to the industry during 2014.

• Closing date for nominations is Friday, 28 November 2014.

AWARD CATEGORIES • Bricklaying/Blocklaying • Carpentry • Diploma of Building • Off-Site Construction (Joinery)

High achievers: The winners group from the 2014 Apprentice of the Year Awards.

• Painting & Decorating • Plastering (Fibrous) • Roof Tiling and Slating • Solid Plastering • Stonemasonry • Wall & Ceiling Lining • Wall & Floor Tiling • Glass & Glazing AWARD NIGHTS Award presentation nights will be held in the following locations: • Ballarat • Bendigo • Geelong • Gippsland • North West (Mildura) • North East (Benalla) • Western (Warrnambool) • Metropolitan (Melbourne) So what are you waiting for? Nominate your outstanding apprentices now!

For further information or to nominate your apprentice please contact Master Builders on (03) 9411 4555 or visit www. mbav.com.au and go to the ‘Building Excellence Awards’ tab and the ‘Apprenticeship Awards’ tab.

AGM NOTICE Please be advised that the Annual General Meeting of Master Builders Association of Victoria will be held on Tuesday, 25 November 2014 at 9am at Master Builders Association of Victoria Council Chambers, Level 1, 332 Albert Street, East Melbourne.

A copy of the Annual Report is available online at www.mbav.com.au under ‘About Us’ and ‘Committees and Reports’.

UPDATE ON E NEWSLETTERS Have you received one of our revamped eNewsletters? In February, we overhauled the way we communicate with members by launching the Building Victoria website (www.mbavnews.com. au) and by creating eNewsletters targeted towards membership categories and what you need to know most. They include: • Bricks and Mortar (for housing members) • Construction Hub (for commercial members) • Strong Foundations (for provisional members) • Special Bulletins • In the Mix (for events).

So far, there have been more than 18,000 hits on Building Victoria. This website is regularly updated with information and news stories that keep you in the know. Readership of the new eNewsletters has also increased from around 28 per cent to 38 per cent, indicating that they are hitting the mark too.

For more information on how you can subscribe to the eNewsletters, call us on (03) 9411 4555.

We would also encourage you to visit www.mbavnew.com.au and subscribe to the RSS feeds to keep up to date daily.

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Housing Sector Group Committee

SJ Weir celebrates 100 years of building excellence

Closing out our series on Master Builders Sector Group Committees for 2014, in this issue we would like to introduce our Housing Sector Committee.

Our Housing Committee members work to ensure that the interests of residential builders are represented.

The group is composed of 12 members, ranging from volume builders, boutique and custom home builders, small home builders and alterations and additions specialists. The Housing Committee is chaired by Jarrod Sanfilippo from Burbank and holds four Council of Management positions.

The Committee provides feedback on a number of key policy issues including land supply, planning, land clearance, property taxation, training, insurance, sustainability and housing affordability. They also meet with the Country Sector and Materials Manufacturing and Supply Sector Committees periodically to address common issues.

For further information about our Sector Committees, please contact our Government Relations and Public Policy Adviser Renée Dunstan-Ratcliff on (03) 9411 4531 or via email rdunstan-ratcliff@mbav. com.au.

Member company SJ Weir is celebrating 100 years of building in Ballarat and beyond.

This year also marks the 70th year of Master Builders Association of Victoria membership for the Ballarat based company which had humble beginnings when Sydney John Weir began operations in 1914.

Founding member: Sydney John Weir.

“Building companies like SJ Weir are rare and valued by Master Builders,” Master Builders CEO Radley de Silva said.

“We look forward to honouring SJ Weir at the upcoming President’s Inauguration for their 70 years of membership.”

The company started out doing cottage building and repair work but soon expanded to larger jobs like factory building. In 1919 Sydney Weir paid 1 Pound as his first annual subscription fee to the Master Builders Association of Ballarat. He was elected president of the Ballarat sector in 1923 and 1932. SJ Weir joined Master Builders Association of Victoria in 1944.

Sydney’s oldest son Jack joined the business in 1928 and his second son Forbes joined in 1939. In 1961, Jack’s son

Ian joined the business in Ballarat and both of Forbes’ sons joined the business in Adelaide, Robert in 1966 and John in 1972.

Throughout the years, SJ Weir has worked on a number of iconic buildings in and around Ballarat. Among them are the five storey St John of God Hospital, opened in 1952; repair works to Ballarat Railway Station in 1982 and the Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts in 2006.

During the Second World War, permit records show that SJ Weir won the majority of Commonwealth and State public works contracts in the Ballarat region including radar stations on Wedge Island and RAAF bases at Mt Gambier, Mildura, Nhill and Shepparton. In 1953, SJ Weir Pty Ltd was established to meet the demands of the post-war period.

In 1985, Jack and Ian Weir retired and Daryl Elford was appointed Manager of the Ballarat operations. A new entity, SJ Weir (Ballarat) was established in 2006 with Daryl Elford, Robert and John Weir as directors. The company is now under the directorship of Brian Barnes and Craig Jenkins and continues its proud history of building a brighter future for Ballarat and regional Victoria.

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Value of your Membership

In this section of Master Builder, we‘ll highlight the value of your Master Builders membership.

There may be member services that you are not aware of, or financial benefits that you have not considered. We hope this section will help you to make the most of your membership.

ENSURE THE TIME AND MONEY YOU SPEND PROMOTING IS WORTHWHILE Are you sick of wondering whether or not your current advertising works with the trade market? Are you seeking opportunities to connect with, promote directly to and develop relationships with your target audience?

When you team up with Master Builders, our sponsorship and alliance team will tailor a partnership to connect your business with your target audience; Master Builders members.

Our sponsorship solutions are formulated to make your brand, product or service relevant to our trade audience all year round.

You don’t need to be a large company to take part. We offer a variety of opportunities to suit small and large businesses, providing you with exposure to more than 7500 builders and tradespeople.

Our members are keen to know about quality products and services that will help them in their work and provide solutions for their clients. By promoting with Master Builders, you’ll encourage our members to think of yours first.

Contact the sponsorship and alliance team at Master Builders and ensure that the resources you put towards promotion are worthwhile.

HAVE YOU BEEN THINKING ABOUT DOING SOME TRAINING BUT AREN’T SURE WHERE TO START? Master Builders has a wide range of training options tailored directly to your industry. Our training team will work with you to understand your aims and discuss options including nationally recognised qualifications and short courses.

Whether you want to build your knowledge in preparation for builder registration, or expand your skills in sustainability, site supervision or financial management, Master Builders training courses can help get you where you want to go.

Master Builders courses are influenced by people working in your industry, who know your industry. Don’t waste your time training with organisations that don’t understand construction.

Generous funding opportunities for training courses are now available and you may be eligible.

Don’t put it off as these may not last. Call us to find out about funding and discounts you can benefit from as a Master Builders member.

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BLAB

adjournment a win for builders In a positive sign for the building and construction industry, Victorian Parliament has adjourned for 2014 without debating the Building Legislation Amendment Bill (BLAB).

This is a significant win for the building and construction industry. While the current Government has promised that if elected, outstanding legislation will be reintroduced, this provides Master Builders with the opportunity to negotiate with both of the major parties ahead of the election. The outcome also means that Master Builders will be able to consult with the incoming government to ensure the best outcome for members and the broader building and construction industry.

Earlier this year, Master Builders provided advice to members on proposed reforms to the building industry by the State Government.

The Building Legislation Amendment Bill set out a range of changes to builder registration processes, domestic building insurance and consumer disputes.

Master Builders’ main concerns about the legislation were around increased red tape and added project costs and delays. Master Builders met with the State Government and Opposition to strongly advocate for further consideration of the key reforms, and won a reprieve, delaying Parliamentary consideration of The Bill which was originally intended to pass by 1 July.

The Building Legislation Amendment Bill was not debated by the end of the last sitting day of Victorian Parliament on 16 October, which has now adjourned ahead of the State Election on 29 November.

New development: Federation Square East is now open for Expressions of Interest.

EoIs open for Federation Square East Expressions of Interest are open for the Federation Square East development in Melbourne. The 3.3 hectare project site was labelled as the “new jewel in Melbourne’s crown” by Deputy Premier Peter Ryan.

“We are looking for a great design and exciting, active spaces to create a new destination that is the very essence of Melbourne,” said Mr Ryan.

“Federation Square East is part of the Victorian Coalition Government’s policy to unlock under-utilised land along the rail corridor such as E Gate, Flinders Street Station and Richmond Station.

“Together, this suite of projects represents opportunities for billions of dollars in development, the creation of thousands of jobs, and a project pipeline stretching out for decades.

“The possibilities for this site are limited only by the imagination.”

The mixed-use development would not only provide an iconic Melbourne landmark, but would also enhance

links with neighbouring Birrarung Marr, sporting and cultural attractions like the MCG, Melbourne Park and the Arts Centre, the Yarra River and transport services. Major Projects Minister David Hodgett said that in addition to an exceptional design, the project’s objectives include balancing financial returns with public outcomes.

“The successful proponent will secure the best development opportunity currently available in Melbourne in terms of location, flexibility, amenity, infrastructure and marketability,” Mr Hodgett said.

“We have an excellent site in the heart of a prosperous city with a strong property market and I am looking forward to seeing what the innovation and creativity of industry can deliver for Melbourne.”

Federation Square East is a project Master Builders has lobbied for on behalf of the non-residential sector to help spark new building and construction opportunities.

Major Projects Victoria (MPV) is handling the project on behalf of the State Government. Expressions of Interest forms are available here http://www. majorprojects.vic.gov.au/project/ federation-square-east/ and close on 11 December 2014.

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East West Link to provide building jobs boost About 150 trainees and apprentices will form part of the 3,700 strong workforce on the East West Link.

Premier Denis Napthine joined Treasurer Michael O’Brien and Roads Minister Terry Mulder at the Master Builders Building Leadership Simulation Centre to announce the key role apprentices would play in the project.

The requirements to hire a minimum number of apprentices forms part of the East West Connect jobs program.

“Not only will East West Link improve the daily lives of people from a transport perspective, it will also provide people with new life skills that they can carry on to future projects,” Dr Napthine said.

Master Builders CEO, Radley de Silva, supported the apprenticeships announcement as a positive step for up skilling young, local trade apprentices.

“Any project that creates jobs for young, Victorian tradespeople is good for the building industry and good for the Victorian economy,” Mr de Silva said.

“Through our ALink program for apprentices, Master Builders has been working hard to guide young tradespeople towards successful careers but all the guidance in the world is useless without apprenticeships actually being available.

Linking Melbourne: The East West link will provide job opportunities for the construction sector.

“The East West Link project will go a long way towards creating opportunities for both apprentices and the building industry as a whole.”

East West Connect has also formed a partnership with the University of Melbourne Faculty of Engineering to inspire future engineers. Funding has been provided for four PhD applied research scholarships, opportunities for work experience, guest speakers and site visits.

The government this month reached financial agreement with East West Connect to construct the $6.8 billion eastern section of the East West Link project.

Equity in the project will be provided by East West Connect consortium members Capella Capital, Lend Lease, Bouygues, Acciona, John Laing and QIC. The financial close marks the commencement of the contract awarded to East West Connect by the Coalition Government to finance, design, construct, operate and maintain East West Link for 30 years.

Big announcement: Premier Denis Napthine announces the jobs plan for the East West Link at Master Builders’ Building Leadership Simulation Centre.

The Federal Government has contributed $1.5 billion to the eastern section of the East West Link.

Construction will begin later this year with the project due for completion in 2019.

A jobs portal will be established for the project where you can express interest in gaining employment on the East West Link project.

Visit www.linkingmelbourne.vic.gov.au for more information and updates.

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Building industry confidence soars before election A pre-election surge in builders’ confidence and business conditions was recorded in Master Builders’ latest sentiment study.

With politicians splashing cash on building and construction projects to woo over Victorian voters, there are some strong opportunities for members to win work.

Expectations for growth in the industry are now at a five year high while the industry is also feeling more confident about our economy’s future too.

Master Builders’ Industry Expectations Index climbed 4.4 points in the latest survey to reach 59.2 points, the highest results achieved since the September 2009 quarter. It has surged 11.2 points in the past year.

In a trend that has now taken place in 23 of the past 26 quarters, Victorian builders are more positive about their industry’s opportunities than builders elsewhere in Australia.

In other pleasing news, some 33.5 per cent of Victorian builders are now reporting to have at least six months of work on their books, compared to just 25.0 per cent three months earlier.

At the same time, the number of builders with less than a month of work has dropped from one in six to one in eight.

You can see the full results of Master Builders’ latest survey at: www.mbavnews.com.au.

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WHAT DO WE WANT TO COME OUT OF THIS STATE ELECTION? Master Builders represents the gamut of builders, construction companies, tradespeople, manufacturers and suppliers in the building industry. Leading up to the State Election, our policy requests have covered a range of issues that we believe best represent the interests of the Victorian building industry and you as members.

Our priorities include: • Tackling housing affordability • Requiring tradespeople to be registered • Toughening owner builder/unregistered builder requirements • Cutting building red tape • Investing in a strong package of infrastructure projects • Upholding the rule of law in our industry • Working with the government on matters raised in the Building Legislation Amendment Bill.

I have expressed these priorities to both Premier Denis Napthine and Opposition Leader Daniel Andrews. In an effort to mobilise you, our membership, Master Builders has also launched a campaign website, www.buildingourfuture.com.au. This website seeks to empower you as members, and your clients to make your concerns known to those who can make a difference; our political leaders.

Housing affordability Master Builders research shows that housing affordability is a growing issue in many communities across the state. Over the past decade, the affordability of Victorian homes has declined by 20 per cent. New solutions are required to help more local families to fulfil the great Australian dream of owning their own home and building their nest eggs. We are calling for an independent review into housing affordability and for more support for first home buyers. We’d also like to see councils encouraged to make more efficient decisions and for more developable land to be available.

Trade registration Unlike builders, plumbers and electricians, tradespeople are not required to be registered in Victoria. You’ve told us that registering tradespeople would boost productivity and improve the quality of housing stock. We are seeking action on this issue.

Owner builders Hardworking registered builders are forced to compete with unregistered builders and tradespeople for work, often being undercut in the process. This is another issue that is jeopardising the quality of Victorian housing stock. We seek a strong enforcement campaign to weed out unregistered practitioners and tradespeople doing the wrong thing, and the tightening of requirements on owner builders.

Red tape cuts Unnecessary red tape is the enemy of hard working builders and tradespeople. A 2010 report showed that the costs of complying with planning and building regulations in Victoria is between $500 million and $875 million per year. This includes a cost of $180 million every year because of unexpected delays in planning decisions. These costs are driving up the price of new homes and building projects.

We’d like to see a number of actions taken to reduce the red tape burden including the introduction of a private planning certification system, more as-of-right or code assessed building opportunities and incentives for local councils who deal with planning matters efficiently.

Infrastructure Publicly funded infrastructure projects stimulate investment and generate jobs in our sector, while also delivering on the needs of the community for the long term. Projects that Master Builders support include : • East West Link • A new cross-city rail tunnel • A rail link to Melbourne Airport • Level crossing removals and road upgrades • Upgraded schools and hospitals in our suburbs and regional Victoria • Enhanced sporting ground facilities, regardless of whether you are an elite athlete or local amateur • Transformations to Flinders Street Station, the Federation Square East, E-Gate (West Melbourne), Arden-Macaulay (North Melbourne) and Fishermans Bend inner city precincts.

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Master Builders sees these projects as creating a host of jobs and investment in our sector. We would like to see an independent infrastructure umpire appointed to identify future projects and procurement methods. We’d like the winner of this election to support and progress all of these projects, and identify underutilised land for further investment.

The rule of law The Royal Commission into trade union governance has cast a light on the coercion, intimidation and corruption in our industry. This needs to be weeded out by a government willing to uphold the rule of law in our sector or else the competitiveness of our industry will continue to suffer.

We have asked that the elected government maintain a strong code of practice for our industry and require government agencies to act swiftly against those who act without regard for the law.

Building Legislation Amendment Bill Master Builders strongly believes the proposed Building Legislation Amendment Bill (BLAB) would have significant impacts on our members without delivering outcomes that would boost consumer protection.

Reforms would adversely impact builders when it comes to the builder registration process, handling of domestic building insurance, issuing of building permits and resolving consumer disputes.

The Victorian Building Authority (VBA) – which is still in its infancy after replacing the much maligned Building Commission – would be empowered to be judge, jury and executioner of builders without any independence.

In light of this, Master Builders has sought commitment to not reintroduce this toxic legislation into Parliament. Instead, we ask that government work with industry to identify reasonable, proportional measures that will deliver a stronger building industry and certainty for consumers.

Overall, we believe that the issues we are prioritising this election will have an impact on all of our members, and the industry as a whole.

I encourage you to visit www.buildingourfuture.com.au and to use it to make your voice heard.

MASTER BUILDERS HAS ALSO LAUNCHED A CAMPAIGN WEBSITE, WWW.BUILDINGOURFUTURE.COM.AU. THIS WEBSITE SEEKS TO EMPOWER YOU AS MEMBERS, AND YOUR CLIENTS TO MAKE YOUR CONCERNS KNOWN TO THOSE WHO CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE; OUR POLITICAL LEADERS.

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Households in Melbourne are now earning $18,700 more a year than they were just a decade ago, but over the same time the average house price has grown by $217,500.

The rapid rise of house prices compared to income growth isn’t just an issue in Melbourne. Many communities in regional Victoria are experiencing the same problem, including in Geelong, Ballarat, Bendigo and Gippsland.

As Victorians prepare to head to the polls, our politicians should make no mistake that housing affordability is a critical issue for our community.

Generations of Victorians have used the property market to help build their financial nest eggs and set themselves up for life after work.

But it is becoming harder and harder for today’s generation to follow in these footsteps. It’s harder to save for a deposit and it’s harder to pay off a mortgage. The great Australian dream of owning a home is fast becoming a nightmare for many people.

What can we do to help make it a little bit easier?

Master Builders has developed a comprehensive suite of policies that our politicians should look at to help address housing affordability.

Our top priority is to have a full, independent review into this issue.

While industry has produced report after report showing the escalating impacts government charges, taxes, levies and policies have on housing affordability, they have been dismissed on the basis we have a vested interest.

So let’s lay it all out on the table of someone independent like the Victorian Competition and Efficiency Commission (VCEC). Let’s hear from builders and home owners and renters about their needs. Let’s see if we can find new solutions to our growing housing affordability crisis.

While this work is being carried out, action can be taken to continue the aggressive stamp duty discounts the current Coalition Government has offered first home buyers. Jobs in our industry can also be secured by strengthening first home buyer grants that target home building activity.

We also need to look at ways we can cut red tape in the planning and building space. In particular, we need our policymakers to look at initiatives that will target red tape cuts where they are needed most – at the local council level.

Strong plans have been put forward by the government in its Plan Melbourne strategy, released earlier this year, but the best laid plans simply won’t work if councils don’t play their part in helping address housing affordability.

Far too often, council delays and obfuscation cause chaos and confusion in the building industry. These delays don’t cost councils a cent, but they add significant costs onto home building and renovating projects.

When it last looked at this issue, VCEC found the costs to business of complying with land-use planning and building regulations were up to $875 million each year.

In alarming news, around $180 million of these costs were found to be a result of unexpected delays in land-use planning decisions.

proposals for single-storey and twostorey homes, additions and alterations to existing homes and works like sheds, carports and verandas. If it can work there, we can certainly make it work here.

Whoever wins office at this election has an important role to play in helping to address council actions that drive up building costs, but Master Builders also recognises that our industry needs to play its part too.

That’s why we want to see our politicians commit to mandating the registration of tradespeople, like what already happens with builders, electricians and plumbers, to make building projects more efficient and productive.

Builders operating in states like New South Wales and Queensland, where tradespeople have to be registered, report that home building projects in Victoria take more time and cost more money to build. This is because tradespeople here don’t have to be registered and therefore don’t have the accountability that exists elsewhere.

There are tens of thousands of tradespeople registered north of our state’s borders, but we only have around 2000 in Victoria.

In addition to making our industry more productive, registering tradespeople will help boost skills and standards as well as beefing up protection for consumers too.

These are costs that are ultimately being paid for by home owners and clients of the building and construction industry.

Together, these policies will help tackle housing affordability and support Victorian families to fulfil the great Australian dream. All we need now is for our politicians to get behind these initiatives.

New and innovative plans are required to reduce these costs. One solution Master Builders supports is the introduction of privatised planning certification, which would reduce the reliance on councils to get planning permits for sensible, logical proposals.

For more information about our State Election campaign, visit www.buildingourfuture.com.au.

A copy of this article also appeared on www.lexisnexis.com.au.

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Armadillo Homes named Master Builder of the Year A lovingly renovated 1920s home in Elwood has won Armadillo Homes the title of 2014 Master Builder of the Year (residential).

Armadillo Homes will now go on to compete at the 2014 National Excellence in Building and Construction Awards on Friday, 21 November.

More than 580 guests were at the Master Builders Excellence in Housing Awards at Crown Palladium on Friday, 17 October to see Armadillo Homes receive the top prize from Planning Minister Matthew Guy.

Mr de Silva said that the winners exemplified the spirit of the annual awards that are now in their 36th year.

The winning home, is a beautifully renovated two-level, solid brick, 1920s residence that had been unsympathetically and destructively amended over the years.

“What was once a signature property in a prime location had lost its character and purpose but Armadillo Homes used their expertise to change that,” Master Builders CEO Radley de Silva said.

“Their vision was to restore the spirit of the home in a way that honoured its past through a modern and innovative interpretation of a family home and they achieved this brilliantly,” he said.

“Armadillo Homes defeated some tough competition to take out this sought after award. They typify the quality craftsmanship, dedication and passion of Victorian Master Builders,” he said.

Among the other major winners were Albury builder Scott James who was named Regional Master Builder of the Year, Doreen builder Brent Henry who was crowned Young Builder of the Year and Positive Footprints who won the title for Best Sustainable Energy Home for a Seaholme property.

band entertained the crowd with a stellar performance.

The Master Builders Association of Victoria would like to acknowledge and congratulate all of the entrants of the 2014 Excellence in Housing Awards for the high quality of projects that were showcased in this year’s awards and we look forward to your continued support of this program.

The awards continue to recognise and encourage members while showcasing all entrants in the Winning Homes magazine, which provides entrants and winners with a unique marketing tool to promote their business. The major winner also receives a $15,000 advertising package from our partners at Fox FM.

Holly McSweeney interviewed guests and winners on the red carpet while comedian and actor, Stephen Curry was MC for the night and The Chloe Maggs

“Armadillo Homes’ attention to detail was impeccable in restoring this home beyond its original glory.”

THE 2014 MASTER BUILDER OF THE YEAR WAS AWARDED TO ARMADILLO HOMES FOR THEIR PROJECT IN ELWOOD. The concept for this project was to undertake an innovative renovation that would take full advantage of the beachside location and reinstate the beachside atmosphere of the original building. The original interior was small and dark. The internal living spaces

were disjointed and the outlook had no regard for the unique environment. The contemporary renovation is a design with a timeless classic façade and a new interior that is open and inviting, offering a seamless flow of space and welcoming in ample natural light. The long-ignored

views of the bay can now be enjoyed from the existing levels with a third floor also added to capture even more stunning beach views and provide additional floor space to the fixed footprint.

See the portfolio of winning projects at: www.mbav.com.au

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THE 2014 REGIONAL RESIDENTIAL BUILDER OF THE YEAR WAS AWARDED TO SCOTT JAMES BUILDER FOR THEIR PROJECT IN ALBURY This contemporary rural home with “T-shaped” floorplan, has a vast number of double-glazed, aluminium-framed commercial windows that take in the surrounding Australian bushland. The entry to the home is a custom-made pivot-hinged cedar door. The home,

which features four bedrooms plus a study, has a resourceful use of space and stunning modern finishes and fixtures throughout. The main open-plan living zone has a raked ceiling projecting four metres beyond the building. A doublesided wood combustion fireplace acts

as a subtle divider in the room. The many features in the bathroom include frameless shower screen, floor to ceiling tiles, freestanding bath and floating timber vanities with stone benches.

THE 2014 YOUNG BUILDER OF THE YEAR WAS AWARDED TO BRENT HENRY BH PRESTIGE HOMES Brent set up his own building company known as BH Prestige Homes in 2004.

His progression to a successful builder became evident in 2010 and 2012, as on these two occasions he was the winner for Master Builders Best Display Home $300,000 to $350,000 and Master Builders

Best Custom Home $400,000 to $500,000, which was a remarkable achievement in such a short time. He has since been involved in projects up to $1 million.

Judges were very impressed with his professionalism in the way he manages his business, and his attitude to the

importance of his clients. They were also very impressed with Brent’s enthusiasm, motivation, grasp and management of a wide range of technical and complex issues of a project.

JUDGES Master Builders extends a very special thanks to the judges of the 2014 Excellence in Housing Awards for their time and commitment. The judges commend all entrants on the high quality of workmanship that was shown during judging.

This year’s judges were: Chief Judge, Mort Mitchell Dr Phil Alviano Rod Bell Paul Chen Trevor Evans Geoff Falk Charlie Hartup

Peter Helfer Efy Karagiannis Gary Kyriacou Max Loche Brian MacSweeney Robert McLauchlan David McMath

Christopher McSteen Frank Pavan Steven Peluso Michael Rigg Graeme Snape Geoff Woolcock

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Master Builder of the Year

Best Display Home $250,000 - $300,000

Project: Elwood

Special Commendation

Regional Builder of the Year

Project: Oxford Kew, Plumpton

Project: Albury

Best Display Home $300,000 - $350,000

STONEHAVEN HOMES

Project: Santikka 330, Williams Landing

Best Multi Unit Development – up to 3 units

ARMADILLO HOMES

SCOTT JAMES BUILDER Young Builder of the Year

BRENT HENRY

SIMONDS HOMES

GRENVILLE ARCHITECTURAL CONSTRUCTION Project: Brunswick

LONG ISLAND HOMES

Project: Beaumaris

Project: Armadale

Best Display Home $350,000 - $500,000

KLEEV HOMES PTY LTD

Project: The Entertainer 41, Mernda

Best Multi Unit Development – 4 to 12 units

BH PRESTIGE HOMES

Project: Preston

Best Display Home $500,000 - $750,000

MOOBI GROUP

Project: Fusion, Alfredton

Best Multi Unit Development – over 12 units

Best Renovation/Addition $300,000 - $500,000

BRYAN & PETERSEN PTY LTD

Project: Port Melbourne

Best Display Home over $750,000

Best Renovation/Addition $500,000 - $750,000

Project: French Provincial, Balwyn North

ELITE HOMES (MELB) PTY LTD

CSA DEVELOPMENT & CONSTRUCTIONS P/L

Best Custom Home over $2M

BH Prestige Homes Best Renovation/Addition under $200,000

Best Custom Home $1M-$2M

GROLLO HOMES

Project: Caulfield

BPM

Project: Brighton Best Sustainable Home

NEUMODE DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION

Best Custom Home under $300,000

Project: Glen Iris

Project: Knoxfield

Best Renovation/Addition $750,000 - $1M

Best Custom Home $300,000 - $400,000

Project: Elwood

Project: Ocean Grove

Best Renovation/Addition over $1M

Best Custom Home $400,000 - $500,000

ROSE BUILDING GROUP

Project: Malvern

Project: Teesdale

Best Kitchen over $40,000

Best Renovation/Addition over $2M

Best Custom Home $500,000 - $600,000

Project: Torquay

WELL KNOWN HOMES

POSITIVE FOOTPRINTS Project: Seaholme Best Sustainable Home

ARMADILLO HOMES

Q DESIGNER HOMES

Special Commendation

GJ GARDNER HOMES GEELONG Project: Balance 9.1, Armstrong Creek Best Kitchen under $40,000

SPACEMAKER HOME EXTENSIONS

DC CONSTRUCTION PTY LTD Project: Toorak

LARKIN & DROUGHT BUILDERS

BERMAN HOMES

Project: Caulfield South Best Display Home under $200,000

CARLISLE HOMES P/L

Project: Ashwood 22, Melton South Best Display Home $200,000 - $250,000

HENLEY PROPERTIES Project: Monaco Lux Q1, Craigieburn

PORTER DAVIS (PD GROUP) Project: Drysdale 30, Craigieburn

HAYDEN CONSTRUCTIONS Best Bathroom under $30,000

MELBOURNE BATHROOMS Project: Bentleigh East

Best Custom Home $600,000 - $800,000

MODE PROJECTS Project: Mt Martha

Best Bathroom over $30,000

GRENVILLE ARCHITECTURAL CONSTRUCTION Project: Caulfield

Best Custom Home $800,000 - $1M

HANSEN LIVING PTY LTD Project: Port Melbourne

Best Display Home $250,000 - $300,000

Project: Heathmont

Best Kitchen in a Display Home

LONG ISLAND HOMES

Project: Kayan 440, Williams Landing Best Custom Home $800,000 - $1M Special Commendation

EVERCLEAR CONSTRUCTIONS P/L Project: Blairgowrie

Best Bathroom in a Display Home

GROLLO HOMES

Project: French Provincial, Balwyn North

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Braden Murphy, Moobi Group and Brendan Weinert, Commercial Sales Manager, AGL.

Minister Guy and Brent Henry, BH Prestige Homes.

Brent Henry, BH Prestige Homes and Steve Hassett, Director, Foundation Technologies Australia.

Bruce Charlton, Mode Projects and Pat McLeod, Sales Office Supervisor, Rylock Windows.

Christian Aplidjotis, CSA Developments and Kevin Pattison, CEO, MBA Insurance.

Craig Delaney, Long Island Homes and Oscar Dudok, Director, PremiumOz.

Craig Delaney, Long Island Homes and Steve Hassett, Director, Foundation Technologies Australia.

Craig Drought, Larkin & Drought Builders, Pat McLeod, Sales Office Supervisor, Rylock Windows and Drew Larkin, Larkin & Drought Builders.

Elisa Gallichio, National Manager- Key Partnerships, Cbus and David Coxhell, DC Construction.

Eddie Balic, Melbourne Bathrooms and Wayne Bouchaud, Sales Manager, PremiumOz.

Hans Oudemans, Carlisle Homes and Danielle Jarvis, National Account Manager, Fox FM.

Wayne Bouchaud, Sales Manager, PremiumOz and James Kleverlaan, Kleev Homes.

Jeremy Spencer, Positive Footprints and Brendan Weinert, Commercial Sales Manager, AGL.

John Hoyne and Roman Franetic, Stonehaven Homes and Kevin Pattison, CEO, MBA Insurance.

Jonathan Hallinan, BPM and Elisa Gallichio, National Manager - Key Partnerships, Cbus.

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Peter Apostoli, Armadillo Homes and Minister Guy.

Lui Grollo, Grollo Homes and Kevin Pattison, CEO, MBA Insurance.

Lui Grollo, Grollo Homes and Oscar Dudok, Director, PremiumOz.

Mark Cleary, Everclear Constructions and Kevin Pattison, CEO, MBA Insurance.

Michael Hill and Gerard vander Linden, Neumode Design and Construction and Brendan Weinert, Commercial Sales Manger, AGL.

Elisa Gallichio, National Manager - Key Partnerships, Cbus and Michael Rose, Rose Building Group.

Michael Xafis, Berman Homes and Pat McLeod, Sales Office Supervisor, Rylock Windows.

Paul Amatore, Henley Properties and Danielle Jarvis, National Account Manager, Fox FM.

Peter Apostoli, Armadillo Homes and Brendan Weinert, Commercial Sales Manager, AGL.

Bill Kusznirczuk, Chief Commissioner, VBA and Keith Fuller, Porter Davis.

Peter Stepic and Emilio Rossi, Elite Homes (Melb) and Danielle Jarvis, National Account Manager, Fox FM.

Rohan Smith, GJ Gardner Homes Geelong and Brendan Weinert, Commercial Sales Manager, AGL.

Ron Farquhar and Jesse Plumridge, Bryan & Petersen and Kevin Pattison, CEO, MBA Insurance.

Elisa Gallichio, National Manager - Key Partnerships, Cbus and Russell Malishev, Q Designer Homes.

Kevin Pattison, CEO, MBA Insurance and Scott Hansen, Hansen Living.

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Scott James, Scott James Builder and Minister Guy.

Bill Kusznirczuk, Chief Commissioner, VBA and Bill Giannikos, Simonds Homes.

Stephen Curry, MC.

Brad Granger, Sales Manager - Victoria, Crowther Blayne and Stephen Hayden, Hayden Constructions.

Tim Freshney, Well Known Homes and Steve Hassett, Director, Foundation Technologies Australia.

Elisa Gallichio, National Manager - Key Partnerships, Cbus and Tim Hoare, Spacemaker Home Extensions.

Tom Petty, Grenville Architechtural Construction and Brad Granger, Sales Manager - Victoria, Crowther Blayne.

Tom Petty, Grenville Architechtural Construction and Danielle Jarvis, National Account Manager, Fox FM.

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Master Builders war heroes This year and 2015 mark the anniversary of the start of World War I. It’s a timely reminder of the sacrifices made by our forefathers in the theatre of war.

entered the war, vowed that Australia would "stand beside our own to help and defend Britain to the last man and the last shilling." In 1914, the Australian war effort was dominated by recruiting and equipping a force to fight overseas. King George IV, Queen Elizabeth’s father, was reigning monarch.

At the Master Builders East Melbourne office, we have an honour board donated

by Bowen and Pomeroy that recognises the 61 known Master Builders members, who served and fell in the various conflicts of the Great War.

For Australia, as for many nations, the First World War remains the most costly conflict in terms of deaths and casualties.

From a population of fewer than five million, 416,809 men enlisted, of which more than 60,000 were killed and 156,000 were wounded, gassed, or taken prisoner.

It seems 1915 was the year most of our members joined the armed services.

For the purposes of this article, I have selected one name from the honour board for each year of the war and will detail their service history.

The numbers of members who fought in each year of the conflict are as follows: • 1914: Eight members • 1915: 23 members • 1916: 18 enlisted • 1917: Seven enlisted • 1918: Five enlisted • Out of the 61 known members who served, seven were killed in action.

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1914: George A Kemp (Killed In Action) George Kemp was born in Collingwood to Adam and Christina Kemp in 1894. He lived in the Malvern area and enlisted in Collingwood. He became a builder in the early 1900s.

War hero: George A Kemp was a Master Builder who was killed in action during the First World War.

George enlisted in 1915 and held the rank of Sapper. He served with the 1st Australian Signals Division. In March 1916, the first AIF Signals Division moved to France, after serving in the Gallipoli campaign, taking over part of the line in the ‘nursery sector’ around Armentieres. In 1917, it was involved in the pursuit of the Germans to the Hindenburg Line. While maintaining outposts close to that line around Lagnicourt, the division was struck by a powerful German counterattack on 15 April 1917, but managed to hold it off. In May 1917, it relieved the Second Division in the Second Battle of Bullecourt.

George Kemp was killed in action on the 23 May 1917, in the second Battle of Bullecourt. This battle was renowned as the battle that caused the most distrust of British officers by Australian troops during the entire course of WWI. He was

23 years old and is buried in the Queant Cemetry in Nord De Pas Calais.

1915: Robert Crow Robert Crow enlisted on 8 July 1915, and was part of The 23rd Battalion. He was 28 years old at the time of enlisting. The 23rd Battalion was raised in Victoria in March 1915 as the third battalion of the 6th Brigade. After initial training, it left Australia in May and arrived in Egypt, where it would complete its advanced training, in June. The 23rd Battalion was responsible for the manning of Lone Pine in the Gallipoli campaign. The fighting at Lone Pine was so dangerous and exhausting that battalions were relieved every day. The 23rd battalion alternated with the 24th Battalion at Lone Pine until they left Gallipoli in December 1915. The battalion was next ‘in the line’ on 10 April 1916, when it occupied forward trenches

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of the Armentières sector in northern France. In July 1916, the 23rd Battalion served in the horrific battles of Pozières and Mouquet Farm.

It is estimated that the battalion lost almost 90 per cent of its original members; this battle is where Robert Crow was awarded the Military Medal; records of his recommendation quote: “For distinguished conduct in command of an entrenchment party on the 4/5 of August 1914, when R Crow, succeeded in crushing the line under machine gun fire.”

In April 1918, the 23rd helped to turn back the German spring offensive, and then took part in the battles that would mark the beginning of Germany’s defeat; Hamel, Amiens and Mont St Quentin.

Former Member Murray Crow wrote this about his father, Robert, the Crow family and their involvement in WWI: “In the First World War ,three of Archibald Rae Paterson Crow’s sons went overseas, and one, my father Robert, was awarded the Military Medal for bravery in the field at Pozieres.”

Another family still involved in the construction industry and who had family members serve and be recorded on the honours board is the Cockram family.

Three of the Cockrams served in WWI; Thomas, Maurice and Louis.

1916: Maurice George Cockram Maurice enlisted on 6 March 1916, and was sent to the 1st Divisional Ammunition Column 12 to 24 Reinforcements, as a driver. Maurice was a student at the time of enlisting and was aged 18 years 9 months, possibly the youngest Cockram to enlist. During WWI he drove the supplies to the fronts by horse or vehicle.

The Australian Submarine Corporation (ASC) numbered an incredible 10,547 officers and 315,334 men. In addition were tens of thousands of Indian, Egyptian, Chinese and other native labourers, carriers and stores men, under

orders of the ASC. Yet this vast, sprawling organisation - so vital to enabling the army to fight - merits just four mentions in the Official History of the War (Australian War Memorial website).

1917: John A Ellis Alfred John Ellis enlisted on 6 June 1915 in Melbourne at the age of 18 years and eight months. A carpenter by trade, he was sent to 3rd reinforcements of the 27th battalion. His next of kin was listed as his mother who resided in South Australia. He held the rank of Private.

On 8 July 1916, the 7th Battalion was ordered to march to the Somme to protect the 1st Australian Division at Pozieres. On 27 July the 7th Brigade stormed the German line but the attack proved unsuccessful and they retreated.

The 27th was then called for a second attack on 4 August, this time in the area of Bapaume. Starting at positions around La Boiselle, the 27th, under artillery fire, took the first line of German trenches. Under extreme conditions they then proceeded to consolidate the line. On 5 August a German counter attack proved costly to both sides, with the Germans losing 100 men and 60 prisoners of war. On the same day, the 27th dug in and suffered severe shelling from positions around Thiepval.

They succeeded to take the second line in ‘no man’s land’ after patrols found this area. The 27th, although successful, suffered heavy casualties with 40 killed, 289 wounded and 67 missing. They were relieved by the 48th Battalion.

The 27th Battalion also served in many campaigns including: Lemnos Islands, the Western Front (including the Battle of Menin Road). The battalion captured a section of the German line known as the ‘Blue Line’ between Polygon Wood and a position known as the ‘Iron Cross Redoubt’. During the entirety of World War I, the battalion suffered 762 men killed or on active service, as well as a further 2155 wounded.

Although on the honour board it clearly states ‘J A Ellis’, after my extensive research of the 660 records of known Ellis’, I believe that we may have the

wrong name on the board, which coincidently lists his enlistment year as 1916, the same as his service number.

1918: Leith Clyde Crow Yarraville carpenter Leith Clyde Crow enlisted on 8 April 1918. He was the brother of Robert Crow and was sent to the 1-17 Reinforcements who mainly consisted of Victorian troops. Not a lot of information can be found about the 1-17 Reinforcements as its name suggests; it was a unit that relieved larger battalions.

Research suggests that they could have served at the Battle of Hammel under General Monash. As a result of losing ground on the Russian front, the Germans concentrated on capturing the Western Front. Located south of the River Somme, about three kilometres north-west of Villers-Bretonneux on a spur between two hills, Hamel was strategically important to both the Allies and Germans. The high ground offered the Germans good observation of the sector, which they had been using to fire artillery barrages on Villers-Bretonneux.

This battle was the model that was used for the rest of WWI. 112,399 Victorians enlisted for service in WWI and 89,000 Victorians served abroad.

Victorians represented 27 per cent of the total First Australian Imperial Force (AIF) which numbered 416,809 in total.

• 7.9 per cent of the Victorian population enlisted • 38.6 per cent of Victorian males aged 18 to 44 enlisted • 19,000 Victorians died during the war as a result of their service Victorians won 17 of the 63 Victoria Crosses awarded to members of the First AIF. It is interesting to note that the members I chose for this article all served on or around areas of the Western Front.

This article is based purely on research I have done over a two month period and I have done my best to be accurate and factual. There may be some differences in the information that we have on the Master Builders WWI Honour Board.

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Amanda Pedis BLSC Coordinator

Experiential learning: how simulation learning is supporting the building and construction industry With more than 1500 participants coming through the Building Leadership Simulation Centre (BLSC), it was exciting to have Monash University recently conduct a study on the next generation of supervisors and managers participating in training and development at the BLSC, and to assess the impact of experiential and simulation based learning in the Australian building and construction Industry.

Through the use of qualitative and quantitative data, including surveys and interviews with the staff and management at the BLSC, Monash University found simulation learning a positive experience for students, and research indicates an increased transfer of knowledge and skills to the workplace. Such examples include, communication, conflict resolution, ability to prioritise issues and generally the overall effective management of workplace situations as they arise.

What can we learn from these results?

Leadership skills can be finetuned. We have found that the most common five key areas that require practise, self awareness and development are: Standards Use fresh eyes. It can be easier to accept lower standards on site in order to steer clear of a difficult conversation. An example is leaving the site in a mess.

Why? That’s how they always leave it.

Demand more!

Difficult conversations Focus on the issue. Participants tend to dance their way around a specific issue or avoid it altogether when they feel that a conversation becomes awkward, uncomfortable or confrontational.

Evaluation It is okay to take a step back, consider all available options and then evaluate.

Don’t get caught rapid firing solutions.

Active listening Suspend assumptions, refrain from making judgements and silence your inner chatter long enough to listen. Use both your eyes and ears and if someone shows they don’t like what you are saying, discuss with them that it looks like they don’t agree with what has just been said.

Productive meetings Meetings don’t have to be a waste of time. Ensure that your next meeting has structure, involves all parties and arrives at production actions and outcomes.

Through our relationship with Monash University, the research reaffirms the success of simulation learning.

Contact the BLSC on (03) 9411 8000 or visit the website www.blsc.com.au

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BUILD YOUR CAREER: What’s your goal for 2015?

Getting registered If you’ve decided Katie Tunnah that 2015 is your Training Operations Administrator year to become a registered builder, to get out there and work for yourself, then Master Builders can help you along this path. The CPC40110 Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) covers the knowledge required by the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) for Domestic registration.

Choosing to study with Master Builders will put you above the rest as our course content covers business knowledge, contracts, OHS, sustainability and structural principles and is taught by industry professionals, many registered builders themselves. Master Builders can provide registration workshops, support and advice for members. With flexible study options, and the new inclusion of the Building Leadership Simulation Centre (BLSC) simulated learning sessions, studying the Cerificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) in 2015 can put you on the path to registration.

Upskill your staff In the construction industry, there are many different areas which you or your staff may not have sufficient knowledge in. Master Builders can help build that knowledge as well as give the basic information that may be needed to successfully go about every day business.

If you are struggling to put together a tender or construction contract, or have difficulty understanding how to read a drawing or plans, Master Builders offers courses that can make these important tasks less daunting.

For those who want to take that extra step in their career, you could choose to enrol in one of our qualifications in Construction Management, Estimating or Training and Assessment.

Make your workplace safer A safe workplace makes your team feel valued, leading to a more productive building site. Participate in one of our many industry-specific Occupational Health and Safety programs to improve workplace safety and raise safety awareness.

Master Builders offers flexible training solutions to best meet your OHS needs. Progression through our OHS industry training courses builds your safety leadership knowledge, problemsolving and communications skills to help you better identify and manage organisational and workplace barriers to safe work practices.

These courses are not just for the onsite builders, but those office staff who are behind the scenes making sure everything runs smoothly.

Our two WHS qualifications, Certificate III and IV in Work Health and Safety (WHS), explore the health and safety duties and responsibilities of employers, employees, sub-contractors and self-employed workers. We can work with you to offer onsite workshops for SWMS training, as well as our courses covering First Aid, Fire Wardens, Asbestos Awareness, Construction Induction, Testing and Tagging and Internal Audits.

Computer based learning such as MS Project and Microsoft Office can assist those who are not so tech savvy, but having these skills can put a lot less strain on running a business.

Create a greener worksite Impress your clients by building better quality construction and providing improved outcomes for your clients.

Through our training courses, advisory

services and our Green Living Conference, our sustainability team will help you to build affordable buildings that are light filled, more comfortable to live in and have minimal environmental impact.

This specialist advice and support for Master Builders members Includes: • Training in sustainable construction for both domestic (Master Builders Green Living) and commercial builders.

• Master Builders Green Card – basic.

• Environmental induction training.

• Tailored onsite training for inducting contractors and all your employees.

• Onsite inspections and advice on environmental management procedures, operations and compliance (first inspection free).

• Help with preparing environmental management plans and responding to tendering questions.

• Assistance with sourcing environmentally preferable materials and services.

• The provision of easy to follow guides.

For more information about training options available in 2015, contact the Training Department on (03) 9411 4555.

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Master Builders Green Living Conference:

Dr Phillip Alviano Sustainability Adviser

Helping members keep up to date with the latest developments

No leaks: Thomas van Raamsdonk speaks to the crowd about leaky buildings.

A near sell out crowd of 128 people gathered at the Building Leadership Simulation Centre (BLSC) for the 2014 Master Builders Green Living Conference to hear about the latest developments in sustainable construction and design. The aim of the conference was to help builders deliver better quality houses and improved outcomes for clients. Attendees heard from a range of speakers and were able to receive real hands on demonstrations of a range of products.

Continuing on our theme from last year, ‘Leaky Buildings’, Thomas van Raamsdonk the General Manager of Pro Clima Australia, spoke about the problem of leaky buildings in Australia.

He talked about how this silent problem had appeared in other countries and how it is beginning to manifest itself in Australia despite the industry’s best efforts to ensure buildings comply with the Building Code. Thomas illustrated his presentation with a number of photos of problems and the reasons for them. He then spoke about how these problems can be addressed with a better understanding of how moisture moves through a building, together with a better understanding of wall systems, the materials used and their ability to let the water vapour out but stop moisture getting in.

Prefabrication is becoming an increasing part of the construction industry, and Nick Cui from Pryda Australia came along to tell us about their engineered timber floor cassette systems and Surefoot Footings, the concrete-free foundation system. He showed how panelised floor cassettes can be used for sub-floor construction as an alternative to concrete slabs as well as first floor applications where speed and efficiency results in significantly quicker construction times.

Renovations often provide the perfect opportunity to improve the energy efficiency and general liveability of existing houses. Sarah Fiess from Sustainability Victoria discussed the results of a recently completed project in her presentation, ‘Building Smarter Renovations’, and provided an insight into how potential clients think. Victorians spend more than $2 billion annually renovating their homes and nearly 90 per cent of the people Sustainability Victoria spoke to during surveys said that energy efficiency was ‘extremely’, ‘very’ or ‘fairly’ important to them. Sarah also presented information on a variety of options to improve the energy efficiency of existing homes, and their ‘payback periods’. This information is designed to aid people in their decision making. More information can be found at www.sustainability.vic. gov.au/smarter-renovations-planner.

The carbon tax debate continues to get airplay with large gas price increases forecast over the next few years.

Subsequently, there is a lot of interest in making homes carbon neutral. This means that they are able to produce more power than they consume. Dr Stephen Bygrave, the CEO of Beyond Zero Emissions, showed how this was a possibility using current technologies

and that it was also economically viable by presenting the findings of their Zero Carbon Australia Buildings Plan. The first step involves the upgrade of the house by reducing drafts, adding high performance windows and increasing the insulation. Gas appliances are then replaced with highly efficient electrical appliances and then a photovoltaic system is fitted to produce the houses energy needs. Sound impossible? More information can be found at www.energyfreedom.com.au.

Tosh Szatow, the Director and CoFounder of Energy for the People spoke about the rapidly changing cost of solar and battery storage systems and how this has created the potential to align financial, social and environmental objectives in housing projects by providing local communities with their own source of power.

Cecille Weldon from liveability.com.au told us about a new training program for real estate agents so that they can better recognise sustainable features of houses.

This will allow them to be better valued and also to be an integral part of the real estate listing.

Clare Parry spoke about the establishment of the Australian Passive House Association and the provision of training for people who wish to become

Good renos: Sarah Fiess discusses how to achieve a ‘smart’ renovation.

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benefits, ask questions and get a real hands on feel for each product. In this way the builders were able to allay any qualms they had with using or switching to a new product.

Panel talk: Builders get to ask questions of the speakers in a panel.

Product description: Attendees get to try their hand at the products on offer.

accredited Passive House tradesmen.

Passive House is an international concept and involves a very wellinsulated, virtually air-tight building that is primarily heated by passive solar gain and by internal gains from people and electrical equipment. Energy losses are minimised. Any remaining heat demand is provided by an extremely small source.

Avoidance of heat gain through shading and window orientation also helps to limit any cooling load, which is similarly minimised. An energy recovery ventilator provides a constant, balanced fresh air supply. The result is an impressive system

that not only saves up to 90 per cent of space heating costs, but also provides a uniquely terrific indoor air quality.

Once again we would like to thank all the speakers who gave generously of their time, and the conference sponsors, Proclima, Neopower and Rylock.

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The final session provided an opportunity for those attending to ask questions and participate in a discussion with a panel involving the speakers. This lively session proved to be a great interactive session with the time passing very quickly.

In the afternoon, a number of products were on display and small groups of attendees were able to hear from the product suppliers about the product

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A thermally broken frame however has a low conductivity material at least 5.3mm wide between the internal and external extrusions. This is commonly achieved by inserting extruded polyamide (often seen as a ‘black strip’ in the middle of the frame). It thus reduces heat transfer through the frame even more.

Ultimately the complete product U-value (including frame and glass) is the most important factor for winter time energy efficiency. This is one of the values used in calculating the houses Star Rating by NatHERS. As of October 2014, terms such as generic and thermally improved will officially become obsolete. Per the AFRC (Australian Fenestration Rating Council) media release of September 2014, “…default windows will supersede the currently available “Generic” window systems which were developed as an interim measure almost eight years ago. These algorithmically converted performances are technically incorrect and their replacement will allow much more flexibility for designers, architects, energy raters and window manufacturers in selecting accurate and scientifically valid window performances.”

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Brookfield: High Court rules no duty of care owed by builders to Owners Corporations Angelo Simonetto

On 8 October 2014 the High Court reversed a NSW Court of Appeal decision that found a builder owes a duty of care to the Owners Corporation of a strata-titled and apartment complex to prevent latent defects in the common property.

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Brookfield built the complex pursuant to a design and construct contract with the developer who owned the land.

Upon registration of a strata plan in relation to part of the complex which was used as private serviced apartments, the Owners Corporation was created.

Shortly after completion, the Owners Corporation manager discovered defects in the common property. The Owners Corporation soon after commenced an action in the Supreme Court of NSW against the builder, Brookfield.

In 2012, the Supreme Court of NSW first heard this matter which was commenced by the Owners Corporation to recover damages including the cost of repairing latent defects in the common property of the complex. The Owners Corporation claimed that Brookfield was liable in negligence for breach of a duty to take reasonable care to avoid a reasonably foreseeable economic loss to the Owners Corporation in having to make good the consequences of latent defects caused by the building’s defective design and/

or construction. At first instance, Justice McDougall held that Brookfield did not owe a duty of care to the Owners Corporation, reasoning that it was not open to a trial judge to impose an additional or extend the common law duty of care.

On appeal to the NSW Court of Appeal, Brookfield argued that although it accepted that there can be concurrent contractual and tortious duties, it argued that the contract entered into with the developer was of such complexity and detail that it precluded a concurrent tortuous duty from ever arising.

The Court of Appeal unanimously held that Brookfield did owe the Owners Corporation a duty of care, albeit a narrower duty to avoid causing loss resulting from latent defects which were structural and dangerous or which made the serviced apartments uninhabitable.

Central to this decision was that the Court of Appeal found that both the developer and subsequently the Owners Corporation were in a sufficiently vulnerable position so as to warrant a duty of care.

Brookfield sought and was granted leave to appeal this decision to the High Court. Central to the argument put forward by Brookfield was that the parties (Brookfield and the developer) had negotiated sophisticated and detailed provisions in their D&C contract dealing with defects and limiting liability and further the contract of sale for the apartments conferred specific rights

against the developer only in relation to defects for a specified time.

The High Court in a unanimous decision agreed that in these circumstances, the seminal case of Bryan v Maloney (1995) 182 CLR 609, which recognised the concept of the vulnerability of owners for defects in a domestic home, which had held that a builder did owe a duty of care to subsequent owners, did not apply here.

The High Court drew a distinction between sophisticated parties which had the opportunity to protect their own interests contractually and from that of the original and subsequent owners in Bryan v Maloney and said that the duty did not extend in these circumstance to purchasers of commercial properties.

This distinction was sufficient for the High Court to allow the appeal by Brookfield and hold that although a duty of care may continue to arise to the original owners (ie the developer) to avoid economic loss, this duty did not extend to subsequent owners (in this case the Owners Corporation).

The message here is that builders will continue to owe a Bryan v Maloney duty of care to subsequent purchasers of domestic properties for economic loss due to defective work, but the High Court has in this decision reaffirmed that it will not extend this duty to purchasers of commercial properties, especially in circumstances where the parties have had the ability to contractually protect their interests against defective work.

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Matthew puts his scholarship to work 2010 WAS A BIG YEAR FOR COBRAM BUILDER MATTHEW SIM. It was the year Matthew not only received his $1200 Master Builders Foundation Scholarship but was also named the State Apprentice of the Year.

Four years on, Careers Manager Jarrod Flanigan spoke to Matthew about how things are in the building industry and how he has benefited from receiving the scholarship.

Hi Matt, how are things going in Cobram?

Things are going great, I have set up my own company and I have a lot of work both in Victoria and New South Wales. MSConstructions has been up and running now for three years and we are doing two new homes each year, a couple of renovations and about 30 small bathroom renovations a year and a heap of small jobs, decks, fences and maintenance work; so I can’t complain.

You received your scholarship in 2010, how did you use it?

It seems such a long time ago; I used the $700 for training to get my Cert IV in Building at GOTAFE in Benalla. This was probably the best thing I’ve done next to marrying my wife. It meant I was able to apply for Builders Registration in both Victoria and NSW. Also in doing

the course at GOTAFE, it put me in touch with Master Builders Wodonga Regional Manager, Steve Donaghey who was a fantastic help in regards to applying for registration in both states. As I look back, the scholarship was the kick start I needed to get where I am today.

As for the tools, you show me any apprentice who wouldn’t appreciate $500 worth of tools. The wage back then was hard enough to live on, I suppose a little harder when you have a partner, child and a mortgage. So getting a new drill and some other small bits and pieces was absolutely fantastic.

Would you recommend applying for the scholarships?

Bloody oath, and now that I’ve heard the scholarships are worth $2200, it makes it even better. Being able to save on TAFE fees and getting tools that you don’t have to pay for is great. Plus the links into Master Builders are priceless for the assistance you can get. Yes, it takes a bit of time to fill in the paperwork and it takes a little bit of time to get approved but for me it was worth it and I can’t see how it can’t be a benefit.

“My advice is go for it you will not regret it.“ Visit www.mbav.com.au or call (03) 9411 4555 to find out more about Master Builders Foundation scholarships.

Winning smile: Matthew Sim with some of the tools that he won when named North East Apprentice of the Year in 2010.

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Chris from Case Study Construction

Chris from Case Study Construction was approached by a former client, a property developer, to build a fivestory apartment building on the Gold Coast.

The developer could have gone with a locally based builder but he chose Chris because of the successful partnership that the two had formed on their Victorian based projects.

Apart from finding the idea of some time away on the Gold Coast appealing, Chris knew that he was capable of doing the project and that he could manage it effectively. Chris also knew that in order to undertake the project he could not rely upon his Victorian commercial or domestic registration and that he would need to become registered with the Queensland Building and Construction Commission.

When Chris started his career as a domestic builder he sought assistance from Master Builders and a few years later, when he decided to obtain a commercial builders license, he again sought assistance from Master Builders. Chris again picked up the phone to Master Builders and spoke to Peter Katsambanis, Builder Registration Advisor.

“I am currently registered as a builder in Victoria but I want to undertake a project in Queensland, can you please tell me what I need to do?” Chris asked.

“Registration is not the same in Victoria as it is in Queensland,” Peter explained.

“In Victoria we have domestic and commercial registration but in Queensland there is low rise, medium rise and open license.

“We have knowledge of the licensing requirements for Queensland and we can assist you to prepare your application for the Commission,” Peter advised.

Peter sent Chris the Mutual Recognition application form for the Queensland Building and Construction Commission and asked Chris to give him a call once he received the paperwork so that he could talk him through it and answer any questions that he might have.

Chris was thrilled that someone from Master Builders could confidently talk him through the licensing process. As Chris hung up the phone his five-yearold son came charging into the room with Mrs Chris a few steps behind.

“We better think about buying some of those theme park tickets because it looks like we might be heading for the Gold Coast soon!” he happily informed them.

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We congratulate Jason on this achievement and wish him all the best in this step in his career path.

With Jason now becoming a Limited Building Surveyor, there are now two Ballarat based building surveyors able to assess and issue permits, with Wayne Cooper continuing in his role as Building Surveyor Manager in Ballarat.

golfers who turned out for the event at Neangar Park Golf Club, Eaglehawk on Friday, 17 October.

The day was a four person Ambrose event and provided a great opportunity for local Master Builders members and tradespeople to get together to enjoy a social day out.

SOAR Adventures is a local adventure based learning program aimed at assisting students’ transition into healthy adults, with quality leadership and relational skills. Their aim is to empower young people.

HALT aims to raise awareness of mental health in the building industry to reduce depression and suicide. HALT has had more than 600 tradies attend events in the past three months and hopes to expand further across Victoria and interstate next year.

Newly qualified: Come in to the Ballarat Office and see Jason Foote about your permits.

The Ballarat Section conducted a study tour for members on Friday, 31 October for members. The businesses visited were: The Building Leadership Simulation Centre, Hacer’s Point Cook Shopping Centre, Grocon Constructions’ Victorian Comprehensive Cancer Centre and Crown Casino.

BENDIGO The Bendigo Office welcomes Building Inspector Michael Boot to the team.

Michael has worked in the building industry New staff: Michael for many years and has Boot joins the Bendigo team of been an inspector for building inspectors.

21 years. He started his work as an inspector with the Shire of Campaspe. Please make Michael welcome when you see him out on site or in the office.

The Bendigo Section raised $8300 for local charities, Hope Assistance Local Tradies (HALT) and SOAR, with its 29th Annual Charity Golf Day. There were 68

The charities provided a barbecue lunch and afternoon tea for the golfers.

It was a huge success thanks also to the generosity of major sponsor Origin Energy and many local businesses who donated cash, gift vouchers and prizes.

A huge thank you to everyone for their efforts in bringing the day together.

Special thanks to the Golf Committee, Bendigo Office Building Services Coordinator Deborah Simmonds, and Matt Leonard from Tweed Sutherland Real Estate, who donates his time each year to conduct the auction. We look forward to another successful event next year!

Green goodness: The players out on the green at the Bendigo Golf Day.

Team work: The National Heating and Cooling team with captain Brendan Westley (right).

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GEELONG With Christmas fast approaching, the staff at Geelong office are gearing up to ensure all of your needs are met, as the industry heads towards its wellearned break.

The office has a staff of four: Tony Bugeja (Building Surveyor/Manager), Alex Ilioski (Building Inspector), Dylan de Silva (Cadet Building Inspector/ Assistant), and Carolyn Smith (Building Services Coordinator). The team offers a great service to members and non members alike in the Geelong region, and are always keen to engage any new and prospective clients to assist them with their business needs.

The local Geelong Section has just held their Annual General Meeting. General Manger of Commercial Services, Viviana Hood, officiated and the committee was duly elected. Chairman Mark Little and the committee are very keen to encourage new members to come along and bring a friend to the meetings, to hear relevant updates and current information in an informal and relaxed atmosphere.

Proposed dates for the 2015 Geelong Section meetings are: • 5 February (for breakfast) • 24 March • 26 May • 28 July • 22 September (AGM) • 24 November.

Master Builders staff including Area Manager, Lyn Lowndes, attended a forum held by the Greater Geelong Community Collective Effort on Substance Abuse (GGCCESA). GGCCESA Project Manager Tony Francis invited key staff to attend the forum with other relevant industry professionals to look into the best possible ways to address the current ice epidemic that is sweeping across many regional areas. This will be an ongoing commitment from Master Builders to work in conjunction with many other community based organisations in the Geelong region.

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DEAL ALERT! The Geelong office will be providing all members with TWO FREE building specifications with any new building permit application lodged at the office for the remainder of the year.

For more information, please contact the Geelong office on (03) 5278 4255.

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NORTH EAST & WEST All AGMs have been completed for the North East, North West Sections and the Murray Division and we congratulate the following members on their positions: North East: John Simpson (Chairman), James Briggs (Vice Chairman) and Chris Barzen (Secretary/Treasurer).

Gippsland Area Manager Rod Ware has been making a huge effort to help bridge the gap among regions.

North West: Simon Lever (Chairman), Ken Dean (Vice Chairman), Dean Slorach (Secretary/Treasurer).

“We have members in small remote towns who can feel isolated at times, so I tried a new event during July and August; a Friday lunch meeting,” Rod said.

Murray Division: Dale Paddle (President), Scott James (Vice President), Graeme Chugg (Second Vice President), and Greg Lingham (Secretary/Treasurer).

“It’s a tough job, but someone has to do it,” he joked.

Eighty players competed in the Masters Cup Golf Day at the Commercial Golf Club in Albury in beautiful weather.

Roncliff Constructions were the winners with a net 53 3/8 - B Grade Winners were Scaffy Crew with a net 62 and the NAGA Award on a countback went to Hicks/ Steeline with a net 67. Best Team Name went to the witty Sons of Pitches.

By arranging to meet in small groups, Rod was able to touch base with some of the more remote members in Sale and Yarram in July and August.

“Both events went well; we did not get large numbers, but the members that attended were very appreciative of the opportunity to catch up and discuss current industry issues,” said Rod.

Cheeky golfers: The winners of Best Team Name, Sons of Pitches.

Winners grins: B Grade Winners, Scaffy Crew.

More winners: NAGA Winners, Hicks/Steeline, show off their badminton sets.

Training opportunities continue in Traralgon so give Rod Ware a call on 0412 782 933 to discuss your needs and what we can do to help.

Sunny weather: The crowd enjoy the rays at the Master Cup Golf Day in Albury.

Winning team: Cup winners, Roncliff Constructions.

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The atmosphere in the Shepparton region is really heating up, (not just the weather). Footy is over (congratulations Shepparton Swans), and cricket has begun. The Shepparton office is now experiencing some of their busiest months in their short history; Spring has really sprung.

Spring is here, and building activity is on the rise in the South West. There has been consistent growth in building approvals over the past few months; the new sub-divisions are filling up, with the Wangoom Road Estate in particular having more finished homes than vacant blocks.

With the increase in building permits and general inquiries through the door, the team are certainly on their toes. Builders in the region are in the pre Christmas rush which is good news for all members and the construction industry in general.

Master Builders Building Services has received its first permit application for the new Wollaston Road Estate Sommerville Boulevard from member company JG King Pty Ltd.

Don’t forget all NSW building permits can be obtained through the Shepparton office so please drop in or contact the office on (03) 5822 4980.

It’s farewell to Graeme Schultz from a full time role in our Warrnambool office. Graeme wants to reduce his work load, providing him with the opportunity to pursue other interests.

He will however still provide inspection services from time to time. This leaves an opportunity for any registered building inspectors (or nearly registered) to fill the gap. Warrnambool Building Surveyor Manager, Ian Welch thanked Graeme for his efforts over the past two years and wished him well with his future endeavours.

Don’t forget, any members who don’t currently use Master Builders Building Services for their building permits will receive an additional 5 per cent discount off their first permit with us, on top of the great price, service and advice we offer to all members.

Contact the Warrnambool office on (03) 5562 9067.

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WIMMERA The Wimmera Section held their AGM on 10 September in Warracknabeal.

General Manager IR and Corporate Services, Lawrie Cross was the special guest, providing an update on the Royal Commission and Victorian Code and Guidelines in relation to new mandatory drug and alcohol testing and site security requirements on projects tendered on or after 1 July.

The Wimmera Sector positions for the next 12 months are: Chairman: Craig O’Connor Vice Chairman: Dean Hogan Secretary/Treasurer: Steve Wik Committee: Chris Barber, Maurie Parsons, Mick Cook, Richard Kerr, Peter Barling, and Scott Bond

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Name: Ashlee Lempa Position: Building Services Coordinator Location: Wodonga

Name: Viviana Hood Position: General Manager Commercial Services Location: East Melbourne

How long have you been with Master Builders?

One year.

How long have you been with Master Builders?

This time, it will be three years in December.

What does your job entail? Servicing our members in the building permit area from job submission to the job completion.

What does your job entail? I am responsible for the Building Services Business Unit, the Membership and Business Development Departments, our registered training organisation and the OHS Unit.

What’s one thing members may not know about your department? We work closely with the Shepparton office and we share inspections if we need to.

How do you help Master Builders members? We guide them through the building permit process which can be confusing between two different states.

What’s the most rewarding part of your job? Dealing one-on-one with members and seeing jobs through right from the very beginning to completion.

What’s the most challenging part of your job? Dealing with builders and clients and sometimes their differing expectations, and keeping up-to-date with requirements for both Victoria and New South Wales.

What do you enjoy most about working for Master Builders? Great colleagues and grateful members.

What do you enjoy doing in your free time? Spending time with friends and wakeboarding at the weir.

Tell us one interesting or surprising fact about yourself?

I trained in gymnastics for 10 years.

What’s one thing members may not know about your departments? The diversity, complexity and geographical spread of the departments means there is always something new to learn.

How do you help Master Builders members?

Our members are always the first consideration when we approach any matter, regardless of whether the request is for technical advice, educational advice, legal, IR and OHS advice or any general inquiry relating to building and construction.

What’s the most rewarding part of your job? Finding a solution to any problems or inquiries a member might have.

What’s the most challenging part of your job? There are no challenges, only opportunities.

What do you enjoy most about working for Master Builders? Always learning.

What do you enjoy doing in your free time? What free time? No, seriously, travelling to new places when I can.

This year included Cuba, Jamaica, New York and Texas as well as England in October for a family wedding. I’ve had a very lucky year. Pretty sure there’ll be no travelling for the next couple of years.

Tell us one interesting or surprising fact about yourself?

My majors at university included Psychology and Bahasa Indonesia honours (I used to be fluent – sadly, no longer) which included Arabic script.

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MASTER BUILDERS AND STAFF HAVE BEEN CELEBRATING AND NETWORKING AT EVENTS OVER THE PAST FEW MONTHS INCLUDING THE EXCELLENCE IN HOUSING AWARDS, THE GIPPSLAND GOLF DAY AND THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION (NAWIC) AWARDS. HERE ARE SOME PHOTOS OF ALL OF THE ACTION.

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Leighton Contractors • Member since 1953 • General contractor • Based in Melbourne

2014 has been one of Leighton Contractors’ busiest years in Melbourne.

Across transport, commercial, cultural, health and government building projects, Leighton has been proud to work with clients and communities to strengthen Melbourne.

Award-winning projects Leighton’s Olivia Newton-John Cancer and Wellness Centre won 2014 award for Excellence in Construction of Commercial Buildings over $80 million – the second time the project has been recognised by Master Builders, following a Special Commendation for Safety in 2012.

Other recently completed projects include the Victorian Emergency Management Centre, a state-of-theart training facility that provides the Metropolitan Fire Brigade with a learning environment that simulates realistic urban emergency scenarios. In Thornbury, meanwhile, Leighton recently completed the Islamic Museum of Australia, a community initiative that showcases Islamic history and culture, and the first museum of its kind in the country.

Melbourne Airport expansion Leighton Contractors projects underway include two key packages at Melbourne Airport; a new Terminal 4 and a new multi-level car park and access roads. The 25,000m2 Terminal 4 will be completed mid-2015 and will be vital in integrating the airport’s main terminal and the existing Terminal 4. The seven-level car park and access road project will provide a new transport hub for the airport and much-needed extra capacity, with 2650 additional car spaces, as well as duplication of Melrose Drive.

Nearby in Mickleham, another building project underway is the Commonwealth’s Post Entry Quarantine Facility, replacing five quarantine facilities across Australia

Busy year: Cranes working on the Leighton project at 567 Collins Street.

Islamic Museum: This project by Leighton is the only museum of its kind in Australia.

into a single consolidated facility and ensuring the integrity of the country’s long-term biosecurity is strengthened.

567 Collins Street is designed to meet a 5-Star Green Star as-built rating and a 5-Star NABERS energy rating.

Delivering in the city In the heart of Melbourne’s CBD, Leighton Contractors is building 567 Collins Street, a 26-level office tower (55,000m2 NLA) designed to provide a vibrant ‘town square’ atmosphere with a dramatic three-level high foyer. The largest premium grade commercial tower constructed in Melbourne for 25 years,

Its next challenge is the redevelopment of the Northern Hospital in Epping.

Stage 1 of the redevelopment will provide new acute services including 32 new beds. Leighton Contractors is proud to be delivering the project, which will be the first step to meeting the increasing demand for clinical services in Northern Metropolitan Melbourne.

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REGIONAL MEMBER PROFILE

KL & LM Horstman • Sub contractor member • Based in Sale • Member since 1996

Gippsland Section Deputy Chairman Ken Horstman has spent more than 43 years in the building industry, and been a registered builder for 33 years. He has extensive experience in both domestic extension/renovation work, as well as vast experience site managing large commercial construction projects valued up to $8 million.

Ken has given many years service on the Master Builders Gippsland Executive Committee with five years as the Gippsland Section Chairman from 2008.

He has always been prepared to help Master Builders whenever asked. The support that Ken has given to Master Builders has played a large part in the establishment of a strong and vibrant membership base throughout Gippsland.

When asked about the project he is most proud of, Ken says there are two.

“As far as commercial projects go, I’m most proud of working on the Loch Sport Pub in 1988,” he said.

“In the domestic area, I worked on an extension that had a curved roof and ceiling that was both challenging and rewarding. I still get comments from the client; she says she is still amazed at how wonderful she feels every time she opens the front door.”

Ken even recalls the cost of the first home he built.

“It was 1982 and the house cost $90,000,” he said.

Over the years, Ken has seen many changes in the industry.

“I would say the biggest changes would be the tools, trusses and the move from OB hard wood to Pine,” he said.

The one piece of advice Ken offers new builders is the following.

“Ensure that you spend the time to get your paperwork right. Everything from contracts to estimating, if you have a good paper trail you can manage your projects and continuously improve your builds,” said Ken.

“My favourite thing about being a builder is the satisfaction of working with lots of different woods.”

This interest is illustrated by an impressive collection of timber in his man shed.

“I also enjoy building a quality project the client loves, and is happy to pay for.”

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WELCOME OUR NEWEST MEMBER IN THIS ISSUE OF MASTER BUILDER, WE WILL PROFILE A NEW MEMBER, KLASS LIVING AND PROPRIETOR EDWARD WEI.

How long have you been in the industry? In China, I have been working in the building industry 18 years, and started the Australian business two years ago.

Are any of your family members in the building Industry? When I first arrived in Australia, I was on my own. I found that people here are kind and friendly and this helped me to develop my career and open up opportunities here.

How did you first get started in the building industry? Capitalising on the opportunities of Chinese economic development was very important for me. After gaining success in the manufacturing industry, I saw that the building industry had huge potential for development in China. I decided to position and develop my company into a diversified enterprise.

What made you decide to take the career path of the building industry? I enjoy creating and building brand new homes for my clients.

What is it about your job that you enjoy most? The pride and have self satisfaction from seeing my clients trusting me and being satisfied with my work.

Master Builders’ Ash Nichol with Klass Living’s Edward Wei

Is there anything you would change about the building industry? I hope to develop modular architecture, so that people can design and build their dream house just like playing LEGO. It will make the building industry much more convenient, efficient and simple.

Why did you decide to become a member of the Master Builders?

Master Builders has a respected reputation within the industry and shapes the general public’s awareness of the building profession. I wanted to be a part of that.

What would you say are the most important key points to the success of a building business? Quality, innovation, integrity and costeffectiveness. We aim to provide and uphold all of these values.

Based on your own experience, would you be encouraging the youth of today to pursue a career in the building industry? I would encourage young people to learn and acquire more knowledge and skills in different areas and levels. This will help you to gain success in future careers.

What interests do you have outside of the building industry? The building industry is pivotal to the economic development of the country.

I always take an interest in other industries such as construction and development, the derivative products of building industry, the trade promotion of architectural design and emerging materials. These would be my personal development direction for the future.

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Geelong Section Breakfast Meeting

Geelong

11

Members’ Night – East Melbourne

Master Builders, East Melbourne

17-18

Construction Industry Safety Forum

BLSC, South Melbourne

18

Bendigo Section Meeting

Bridge Hotel, Bendigo

18

Mornington Group Meeting

Mornington

19

Legal Seminar

Master Builders, East Melbourne

24

North East Section Meeting

Shepparton

25

Members’ Night – Warrnambool

The Carmichael, Warrnambool

25

Regional Apprentice Awards - Traralgon

Premiere Function Centre, Traralgon

MARCH 2015 4

Members Breakfast

Master Builders, East Melbourne

4

Members’ Night – Albury

Commercial Club, Albury

4

Regional Apprentice Awards – North West

All Seasons Swan Hill Resort, Swan Hill

4

Gippsland Section Breakfast Meeting

Traralgon

5

Regional Apprentice Awards – Ballarat

Ballarat Lodge, Ballarat

10

Regional Apprentice Awards – North East

Raffety’s, Benalla

11

Regional Apprentice Awards – Bendigo

Quality Resort All Seasons, Bendigo

12

Industry Breakfast

MCG, East Melbourne

18

Regional Apprentice Awards – Geelong

Skilled Stadium, Geelong

18

Wimmera Section Meeting

Stawell

19

Regional Apprentice Awards

The Carmichael, Warrnambool

19

Legal Seminar

Master Builders, East Melbourne

24

Geelong Section Meeting

Grovedale Hotel, Grovedale

25

Members’ Night - Ballarat

Ballarat Lodge, Ballarat

26

Tomorrow’s Leaders Networking Evening

Melbourne

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Members’ Night – Caulfield

TBC

15

Bendigo Section Meeting

Bridge Hotel, Bendigo

16

Legal Seminar

Master Builders, East Melbourne

22

Members’ Night - Traralgon

Premiere Function Centre, Traralgon

22

Mornington Group Meeting

Mornington

MAY 2015 5

North West Section Meeting

TBC

6

Gippsland Section Breakfast Meeting

Inverloch

8

Apprentice of the Year Awards (State)

Pullman Albert Park, Melbourne

12

North East Section Meeting

Shepparton

13

Members’ Night, NMIT Conference Centre

Preston

20

Bendigo Section Meeting

Bendigo

21

Industry Breakfast

MCG, East Melbourne

21

Legal Seminar

Master Builders, East Melbourne

26

Geelong Section Meeting

Grovedale Hotel, Grovedale

27

Members’ Night – Taylors Lakes

Taylors Lakes Hotel, Taylors Lakes

3

Members Breakfast

Master Builders, East Melbourne

3

Members’ Night – Wonthaggi

Wonthaggi Workmans Club, Wonthaggi

4

Industry Dinner

Eureka 89, Melbourne

12

Regional Building Awards – North East

Commercial Club, Albury

17

Wimmera Section Meeting

Horsham

18

Legal Seminar

Master Builders, East Melbourne

19

Regional Building Awards – South West

The Pier, Geelong

24

Gippsland Section Breakfast Meeting

Sale

24

Mornington Group Meeting

Mornington

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Regional Building Awards – North West

Quality Resort All Seasons, Bendigo

JUNE 2015

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Regional Building Awards – South East

Premiere Function Centre, Traralgon

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North West Section Meeting

Bendigo

15

Members’ Night – Shepparton

Sherbourne Terrace, Shepparton

16

Legal Seminar

Master Builders, East Melbourne

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Bendigo Section Meeting

Bridge Hotel, Bendigo

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Tomorrow’s Leaders Networking Evening

Melbourne

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Geelong Section Meeting

Grovedale Hotel, Grovedale

12

Members’ Night – Bendigo

Quality Resort All Seasons, Bendigo

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Excellence in Construction Awards

Crown Palladium, Southbank

19

Members’ Night – Geelong

Buckley’s Entertainment Centre, Breakwater

19

Mornington Group Meeting

Mornington

20

Legal Seminar

Master Builders, East Melbourne

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Gippsland Section Breakfast Meeting

Warragul

28

Green Living Conference

BLSC, South Melbourne

AUGUST 2015

SEPTEMBER 2015 2

Members’ Night – Ringwood

Karralyka Centre, Ringwood

9

Members’ Night – South Morang

Plenty Ranges Arts & Convention Centre, Sth Morang

9

Wimmera Section AGM

Warracknabeal

10

Industry Breakfast

MCG, East Melbourne

15

North West Section Meeting AGM

Mildura

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North East Section Meeting AGM

Shepparton

16

Bendigo Section Meeting

Bridge Hotel, Bendigo

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Legal Seminar

Master Builders, East Melbourne

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Geelong Section Meeting AGM

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OCTOBER 2015 7

Members’ Night - Moorabbin

Hemisphere Conference Centre, Moorabbin

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Tomorrow’s Leaders Networking Evening

Melbourne

15

Legal Seminar

Master Builders, East Melbourne

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Excellence in Housing Awards

Crown Palladium, Southbank

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Members’ Night – Mornington

Mornington Racing Club, Mornington

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Bendigo Section Meeting

Bridge Hotel, Bendigo

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Gippsland Section Meeting AGM

Traralgon

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Gippsland Golf Day

Traralgon

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Gippsland Section Breakfast Meeting

Phillip Island

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Industry Breakfast

MCG, East Melbourne

18

Members’ Night – Bairnsdale

Bairnsdale RSL, Bairnsdale

18

Bendigo Section Breakfast Meeting

TBC, Bendigo

19

Legal Seminar

Master Builders, East Melbourne

National Awards

TBC

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Geelong Section Meeting

Grovedale Hotel, Grovedale

DECEMBER 2015 2

Wimmera Section Christmas Breakup

Horsham

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Mornington Race Day

Mornington Racing Club, Mornington

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Mornington Group Christmas Breakup

TBC

Bendigo Section Christmas Breakup

TBC

Geelong Section Twilight Sailing

TBC

PLEASE CALL MASTER BUILDERS ASSIST FOR INFORMATION ON ALL UPCOMING EVENTS ON: (03) 9411 4555 *Please note Ballarat Section dates were not available at time of print, however will appear on our website shortly.

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MEMBER MILESTONES

MEMBER MILESTONES MASTER BUILDERS VALUES LOYALTY TO OUR ASSOCIATION AND AWARDS CERTIFICATES TO MEMBERS AT MILESTONES OF 10, 15, 20 AND 25 YEARS, AND PLAQUES AT 30, 40 AND 50 YEARS OF CONTINUOUS MEMBERSHIP. We would now like to recognise and thank the following members who have achieved these milestones between 2 August and 10 October 2014.

We appreciate that many members have continuous years of service that fall between these milestones and hope that you understand that we award certificates and plaques only for the milestones mentioned. If you are a long term member we thank you for your commitment and look forward to recognising your loyalty when you receive your next milestone certificate or plaque.

10 YEAR CERTIFICATE 2Construct Pty Ltd AIM Property Investments Aluglass Partitions & Shop Fronts Assurance Restumping Aust-Corp Pty Ltd Auswall Cladding Services B B M D Pty Ltd Bayley & Grimster Ben Keet Benjamin Kennedy Better Living Construction Pty Ltd Brett J Vogel Burrcon Australia Pty Ltd CBD Contracting Group Pty Ltd Chris Carson Pty Ltd D & P Sales Pty Ltd Daniel Wood Dasha Constructions Pty Ltd Desmond Cooper Driller Building Contractors Pty Ltd Dynes Eco-Build Eco Edge Homes Pty Ltd Fletcher Insulation Pty Ltd Frankipile Australia Pty Ltd Harbusol Herbert Carpentry Group Pty Ltd J H R Constructions K Goudge Kirchner Constructions Kwote L & E Bertollo Lend Lease Building Contractors Pty Ltd Livio Mete Louvre House (VIC) Luxicon Homes Luxury Pools (Vic) Pty Ltd M F & J L Willmore Pty Ltd M J G Building & Carpentry Merrick Family Homes Pty Ltd Metra Renovations N & D R Constructions P Volpe Australia Pty Ltd Piranha Services Pty Ltd Profast Precast Panels Pty Ltd Project Cost Management Pty Ltd

Ridge Developments Pty Ltd Samico (Vic) Pty Ltd SCB Building & Construction Scope Innovations Pty Ltd Southern Star Developments (Aust) P/L Spanline Home Additions Bendigo & Central Vic SPI Property Inspections Steelwell Services Pty Ltd Sunbreaker Swimming Pools & Spas Tarra Constructions Pty Ltd Town & Country Dwellings Pty Ltd Trenton Symons Builder United Commercial Projects Pty Ltd Victorian Reblocking Services Pty Ltd West Coast Pergolas

15 YEAR CERTIFICATE A & J Hogan Builders & Cabinetmakers A D T Cabinets Pty Ltd A J C Project Management & Consultants Pty Ltd Aartek Cabinets Assoc of Wall & Ceiling Industries Victoria Breikada Cabinets & Doors Pty Ltd D & A Pulitano Constructions Pty Ltd Di Manno Enterprises Pty Ltd Eco Sustainable Homes Pty Ltd Fos-mann Building & Construction Service Habitat Construction & Development Pty Ltd Homes Of Australia Pty Ltd House Hold Joinery Pty Ltd Keystone Installations Pty Ltd Matclair Constructions N Togni Constructions Newlands Constrns & Home Improvements Richard Maile Stirloch Constructions Pty Ltd Tracey Brunstrom & Hammond Pty Ltd W I Coulthard Wild Homes Pty Ltd Zigy Durek

20 YEAR CERTIFICATE Bellemore Homes Bill Balakis Bray Constructions Pty Ltd

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25 YEAR CERTIFICATE Andrews Construction Industries Australian Tiltform Construction Burtonwood Builders Dema Constructions Pty Ltd Little Jumbo Ladders Shilden Pty Ltd Smythesdale Reblocking Service Whitchurch Pty Ltd

30 YEAR PLAQUE Greenhill Homes Pty Ltd Harris HMC Lyon Construction & Design Mark Will On Time Building Trades P & R Mercuri Builders R C & J M Davis Ranger Constn Holdings Pty Ltd Westland Paving

40 YEAR PLAQUE F G James Of Surrey Hills P/L G P & M Gray Pty Ltd P & M A Tieppo Schiavello (Vic) Pty Ltd Wykeen Pty Ltd

70 YEAR PLAQUE Hansen Yuncken Pty Ltd P B Newton & Son Pty Ltd

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WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST MEMBERS MASTER BUILDERS IS PLEASED TO WELCOME THE FOLLOWING NEW MEMBERS WHO JOINED THE ASSOCIATION IN AUGUST AND SEPTEMBER 2014.

CONGRATULATIONS FOR JOINING THE MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA. ASSOCIATE

HOUSING PROVISIONAL

Australian Institute of Waterproofing Inc

Adam Nilsen Akron Homes All Points Solutions Anastasia Iliopoulos Andrew Vlahos Andrija Brekalo Artac Sefer Beachside Carpentry & Renovations Beckwith Enterprises Benjamin Lynch Carpentry Bijan Zardbani BJKS Carpentry Bluelit Pty Ltd Bradley Martin Bradley Rac Allen C.C.Q. Victory Cavalier Homes Australia Charlie Hu Chris Evans CJ Carpentry Craig Hutchings Creative Living Constructions Custom Edge Constructions Pty Ltd Daniel Rogers Darkwood Construction Pty Ltd Darren Jolly David Bell Day By Day Qualified Carpentry Dean Kalviskis Donvale Concrete Pumping DTV Construction Group Pty Ltd Ecofirst Construction F.A. Constructions Frederick Stafford Ganga Giri Gard Contracting Garracon Pty Ltd Gavin Harris Gibcon Building & Developments Pty Ltd Gracefield Constructions Pty Ltd Hughson Building Services Jason Hegert JCM Carpentry Pty Ltd Johnny El - Fahkri K & G Mouchaileh Pty Ltd Kaliba Constructions Kristopher McEvoy Kundu & Das Constructions Pty Ltd Lush Landscape Creations Pty Ltd Mad Marco Enterprises

GENERAL CONTRACTOR A40 Group Pty Ltd Basecamp K Pty Ltd Capitis Constructions Pty Ltd Diamond Property Developments Family Trust Plan Group Pty Ltd

GENERAL CONTRACTOR PROVISIONAL Andrew Schutt Basecon Constructions Pty Ltd Green Aura Constructions Pty Ltd L.A. Contractors Pty Ltd Mainbrace Constructions Pty Ltd Miepol Pty Ltd Robert Brosolo

HOUSING Alia Homes Pty Ltd Andrew Rizzo ANJ Constructions Pty Ltd Arvio Pty Ltd Bowles Property Developments Pty Ltd Brian Harvey Constructions Pty Ltd CAL Construction Group Pty Ltd Cousins Building & Properties Pty Ltd D J Projects Desbo Building Group Facelift Windows & Door Replacement Green Design Homes Pty Ltd Grundella Constructions Pty Ltd J D Constructions & Development Pty Ltd KBS Developments Maurice Del Vecchio R & K Developers Pty Ltd Robert Mikhail Ruberto Development Group Pty Ltd Selko Stephen Baulch Ultra Builders Pty Ltd Villa World Developments Pty Ltd

Marcus Worrall Matthew James Barr Morgan & Co. Builders N8Build Pty Ltd Nagy Mourad Nathan Tairawhiti National Disability Living Solutions Limited Nick Barrett Carpentry Nick Jovic Nizam Emini NSL Building Paragon Civil Australia Paul Wood Pearl Homes PKM Builders Pty Ltd R A Macdonald Carpentry Redcon Builders Pty Ltd Roberts Constructions ROH Constructions Ryan Gregory L’Huiller Samuel Fraser Davies Satiomax Building Systems Pty Ltd Scott Braithwaite Carpentry Shepherd Builders Skye Developments South Coast Building Southern Stoneworks Sustainable Building Developments Svetislav Djordjic T Butterworth Constructions Pty Ltd T Tree Bay Constructions Themeski Third Pig Construction Victor Frendo

HOUSING SUB-CONTRACTOR A M Reblocking Anthony Lococo Bevan Pty Ltd Christopher Harrod Crown Carpentry & Construction D.M Heal & B.L Heal David Smith E K Advanced Carpentry Electric Pool Tiling Pty Ltd Fei Yan Fielder Construction Pty Ltd Franklyn Constructions Gardens Revisited Pty Ltd Greater City Constructions Hawkeye Project Consulting

membership Independent Plumbing Inspections Jake Di Martino Jarrad Evans Jim’s Fencing (Grovedale) Jims Fencing (Rutherglen) Jims Fencing (Traralgon North) JLT Projects Kelly Gang Building Group Kingswood Carpentry Landmark Pools Pty Ltd Melbourne Decking Nathan Doyle NPD Carpentry Paradise Patios & Lifestyle Buildings Pty Ltd Planet Pergolas Plexlane Construction Pty Ltd Proscaped Construction Pty Ltd Rhino Landscaping Southern Landscapes & Lawn Maintenance Pty Ltd TJL Constructions Tomeo’s Concreting Wellmade Construction & Design You Want It, We Build It

MATERIALS, MANUFACTURE & SUPPLY Klass Living Pty Ltd MYOB Australia Pty Ltd Outback Sleepers Sales Pty Ltd

SPECIALIST CONTRACTOR A Grade Ceilings & Walls All Weather Windows BLR Cranes Pty Ltd Cherry Properties Pty Ltd DJH Concrete & Construction Facade Innovations Pty Ltd Genxgroup Geoworx Interspan (Vic) Pty Ltd Johnson Walls & Ceilings JV Recruitment Pty Ltd Melbourne Roofing (Vic) Pty Ltd Metalart Industries Pty Ltd Paramount Signs Perry Demolition & Excavations Project Individual Design Pty Ltd Rodney Kol Tiger Formwork Australia Pty Ltd Victoria Hoist Rentals Pty Ltd

STUDENT Aaron Harvey Aaron Maguire Abdul Essa Adam Blake Adam Galpin Adam Montangha Adam Morris-Flynn Adam Pegg

Adrian Curtain Adrian Phillips Alex Konis Alexander Hirst Allan McPherson Andrew Schulze Andrew Wilksch Angus Armstrong Anthony Krisohos Anthony Meurer Asadullah Jafrey Ashlee Nexhip Ashley Eden Ashley Leggett Austin Tricarico Ben Guilfoyle Ben McArthur Ben Reid Besim Besim Bing Tian Blair Avery Blake Martin Bradley Jackson Bradley Leslie Bradley Morris Bradley Tonks Brandon Baberton Brandon May Brandy Tarpey Brayden Henderson Braydon Houston Brendan Gatt Broden Humphrey Brodie Askew Brodie O’Shea Bryce Loebert Caleb Ford - Goodrum Chad Quirk Chanhyeok Park Chris Grigoriou Chris Kennedy Chris Romanin Chris Thompson Chris Wynne Christina Nguyen Christopher Gledhil Clancy Long Coedey Suratman Connor Allen Connor Bartley-Rayner Connor Blaskett Corey Wilkinson Corey Young Costa Sideras Craig Metcalfe Dale Richards Dan Shilliro Daniel Arriagada Daniel Clarke Daniel Ella Daniel Gribbin Daniel Taylor Daniel Timmins Daniel Todd

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Daniel Zegelin Danyan Stockdale Darcy Osbourne Darren McLeod David Clarke Dean Robertson Dean Xu Desmond Liew Doan Nguyen Duncan Gralvez Dylan Beggs-Johnson Dylan Day Dylan Kelly Dylan Kennaghan Dylan Pearson Dylan Whitehall Edwardo Layson Emiel Van Den Goor Ethan Adams Ethan Brabham Francisco Fermin Frank Ward Gary Wilkinson Geoffrey Gower Gus Annowsky Harlee McRae Harrison Beckwich Hatem Milaki Hayden Jezewski Henry See Hugh Davenport Isaac Bracegirdle Jacbb O’Haion Jack Anderson Jack Andrews Jack Beamish Jack Deany Jack Forbes Jack Gallop Jack Giddings Jack Lambert Jack Meadows Jack Nolan Jack Owen Jack Polkinghorne Jack Sidenottom Jack Stephens Jack Stevens Jacob Ei-Hage Jacob Stanyer Jacob Yamin Jai McMurray Jake Allen Jake Dobson Jake Heard Jake McIldowney Jakob Lazzarini James Burgoyne James Vanderkley Jarod Cowie Jarod Moore Jarrod Frogley Jarrod Triantafillov Jarryd Jones

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Jarryd Millist Jason Badshall Jason Carey Jason Mansfield Jayden Damianopoulos Jesse Davis Jesse Easton Jesse Hannett Jesse Hoban Jesse Moore Jessie-Lee Crookshanks Jihun Kim Jimmy Oldham Joanne Sanders Joel Bright Joel Edwards Joel Owens Jon Pipe Jonathan Crowe Jonathan O’Donoghue Jordan Dunham Jordan Marsh Jordan Vassallo Jordan West Jordyn Evans Joseph Damure Joseph Kolden Josh Boras Josh Faiman Josh Price Joshua Akaru Joshua Hogg Joshua Pena Jules Cooper Junsang Hwang Justin Biffa Justin Soan Kade Preston Kane Bewsen Keegan Coetzee Kendall Ching Khan Samson-Rimon Kris Popu Kyle Suratman Larissa Ragatz Larry Lambert Lauren McRae Lewis Fell Lewis Mather Liam Boyd Liam Dirckze Lisa Webb Lucas Cellante Luke Kontogiorgis Luke Mills Luke North Luke Solly Luke Styles Mark Boer Mark Elhage Mark Hewley Mark Hodder Mark Streckfuss Martin Coloe

membership Martin Poctoranos Mat O’Connor Mathew Frichitthavong Mathew Mundell Matt Doenson Matt Markic-smith Matt Menegol Matt Seidel Matthew Bowles Matthew Cope Matthew Corrone Matthew Drummond Matthew Roper Matthew Symons Matthew Turner Mick Avery Miller Luttgens Mitch Crouin Mitch Freeman Mitch Gellatly Mitchal Buchanan Mitchell Ballantyne Mitchell Walsh Nai Thet Win Mon Nathan Holland Nathan Simmonds Nathaniel Whennen Nattapong Sriboonpimsouy Nicholas Decker Nicholas Hind Nick Armstrong Nick Constantinou Nick Rodwell Noah Fellows Pa Khu Paris Larman Patrick Beraun Patrick Bulford Patrick Hatch Patrick Walter Peter Ly Phillip Ravinder Singh Reece Harpur Reegan Ross Reese Shepherd Rhys Daniels Rhys Edwards Richard Klepac Ricky Larkin-Sweet Ricky Maher Ricky O’Brian Riley Bath Riley Crupi Riley Hams Riley Manton Robbie Fox Robert Odzovski Robert Stean Robert Toohey Robert Tunbridge Roberto Castro Ryan Crave Ryan Delmonte

Ryan Downes Ryan Jones Ryan Lloyd-Williams Ryan Vanderkolk Ryder Easton-Jones Sam Cassidy Sam Dillon Sam Malone Samuel Troon Sangsup Lee Sean O’Reilly Shane Mansfield Stephen Manning Stuart Bell Su Viet Ngyuen Taehun Kim Taesoo Noh Tallulah Byrne Taris Haas Thanakorn Somlong Thomas Hart Thomas Monaghan Tim Paizis Timothy Leigh Walsh Toby Lanyon Tolkien Viles Tom Dignan Tom Doonan Tom Quinlan Tommy Batten Tommy Gauci Tony Miller Travis Vermeulen Tristan McPhee Troy Campbell Tyler Mason Tyler McRedmond Tyson Spencer Uc Pham Wade Franklin Wayd Carter Wayne Govan Wayne Van Unen Will Douglas Will Parker Will Richards Will Sharp William Curnow Xiaojie Xu Zac Cerrone Zac Lazztrini Zac Waldrin Zach Davies-Stone Zinnuri Ergunen

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A L L I A N C E PA R T N E R

NEW ALLIANCE PARTNER KEEPS YOU ON THE ROAD When you spend much of your working week in your vehicle, travelling to worksites, picking up supplies and visiting clients, nothing can throw a spanner in the works faster than a car accident.

Thankfully, members of Master Builders now have access to an easy solution to help minimise disruption to their busy schedule. Sheen Panel Service Bulleen is proud to be our new alliance partner for smash repairs.

to a home, office or worksite, at a time that’s convenient for you.

Commenting on the service offered, Store Manager Michael Edwards said, “For members, we’re pleased to provide free pick up and delivery of vehicles from all locations around Melbourne and the Greater Melbourne region. We can come

“We also deal with all insurance companies and manage the claims process on your behalf, saving you the hassle. Most importantly, our repairs are first class.”

“We provide a free courtesy vehicle for the duration of the repairs, plus an insurance excess reduction of $150.

IMPORTANT REASONS why you should take your vehicle to Sheen Panel Service Bulleen

1 FREE COURTESY CAR* 2 FREE PICK UP AND DELIVERY (All areas of Melbourne) 3 LIFETIME GUARANTEE ON ALL WORKMANSHIP* 4 WE MANAGE THE INSURANCE CLAIMS PROCESS FROM START TO FINISH 5 24 HOUR ACCIDENT ASSISTANCE, INCLUDING SHEEN TOWING SERVICE

CALL MICHAEL AT SHEEN PANEL SERVICE BULLEEN FIRST ON (03) 9852 1511 OR 0418 835 025 PROUD ALLIANCE PARTNER OF THE MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF VICTORIA

Sheen Panel Service Bulleen’s primary goal is to get you back on the road faster. For a personalised service in the unfortunate event of an accident, please call Michael on (03) 9852 1511, or after hours on 0418 835 025.

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INSURANCE EXCESS REDUCTION* Simply mention you are a member of Master Builders at the time of booking with Sheen Panel Service Bulleen 215 Bulleen Road, Bulleen 3105 Phone: (03) 9852 1511 * Conditions apply

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The external façade consists of glazed aluminium windows, including laminate, tinted and also low E glass, rendered precast and cement sheet features, Colorbond interlocking panels, and spotted gum ship lapped panels. The overall architecture and landscaping provides a unifying link between the frenetic energy of Victoria Street and the tranquil environment of the Yarra River.

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CHAIN of responsibility

PROTECT YOUR BUSINESS AND KNOW YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER CURRENT ROAD TRANSPORT LAWS.

Does your business consign, pack, load or receive goods via truck?

If the answer is yes, then you can be held legally liable for breaches of road transport laws – even if you have never stepped foot inside the cab of a heavy vehicle.

This is due to the chain of responsibility (CoR), which is a legal concept that can hold all parties in the supply chain legally responsible for their actions or inactions.

level of control over transport operations, including consignors, consignees, schedulers, operators, managers, loading managers and drivers.

For example, a customer can be held accountable for a driver failing to meet their work/rest requirements if they use their influence to impose a delivery deadline that could not be met under normal circumstances.

Contracts that require a driver to break the law are illegal.

The CoR provisions in the Heavy Vehicle National Law apply to Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania and the ACT. Western Australia is also introducing a similar concept in its state laws.

What is reasonable?

The steps considered ‘reasonable’ will also vary depending on the role you hold in the chain of responsibility and the task at hand.

Under CoR, parties in the supply chain are obliged to take all reasonable steps to prevent fatigue, speed, and mass, dimension and load restraint breaches when completing a transport task.

These parties include anyone with some

According to the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR), the national agency responsible for administering the national transport law, a consignor or consignee’s duties under CoR include making sure that:

• Loads do not exceed vehicle mass or dimension limits.

• Goods carried on your behalf are able to be appropriately secured.

• Operators carrying freight containers have a valid Container Weight Declaration.

Your job requirements do not require or encourage drivers to: • exceed the speed limits.

• exceed regulated driving hours.

• fail to meet the minimum rest requirements.

• drive while impaired by fatigue.

A consignor or consignee can potentially demonstrate reasonable steps by: Having processes in place to accurately weigh and measure all goods to be transported by road.

Set realistic delivery timelines, which make allowances for unexpected delays such as traffic or road works.

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Requesting information from transport operators and/or drivers about what systems they have in place to prevent breaches of road transport laws when transporting your goods.

Using a sub-contractor that is accredited under a safety accreditation scheme can be an important part of a reasonable steps defence. Undertaking CoR training and implementing the results can also be listed as part of a reasonable steps defence.

Keeping abreast of laws However, customers should be aware

that the Chain of Responsibility is not a static piece of legislation.

Following the fatal Mona Vale crash last year, the Australian Trucking Association has called for ministers to extend the chain of responsibility concept to cover vehicle maintenance, as well as the current fatigue, speed and mass, dimension and load restraint requirements.

This extension would require parties in the chain to take all reasonable steps ensure workshop staff can do their jobs properly – for example, by delivering adequate budgets, equipment, resources and training.

In order to protect yourself and your business, it’s essential to keep abreast of any changes to the chain of responsibility requirements. For more information about CoR and your duties, go to the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator website at www.nhvr.gov.au.

Article provided by Justin Fleming, TruckSafe Manager. To find out more about the TruckSafe safety accreditation program and how it helps businesses become safer, visit: www.trucksafe.net. au or call (02) 6253 6900.

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NAILING THE NAIL GUN

The convenience, long battery life and safety features offered by cordless nail guns have seen a shift away from traditional models.

Invented in the 1950s, nail guns have definitely earnt their place on the work site as a tradie’s tool-belt necessity.

Nail guns offer a number of benefits over using a traditional hammer in that they are relatively easy to use and significantly reduce the time it takes to complete a project, such as framing and roofing. Nail guns are also more powerful and can penetrate all kinds of materials, while also offering increased accuracy.

While many tradies are familiar with pneumatic nail guns connected to an air compressor, cordless nail guns are

now becoming increasingly popular as technology improves and pricing becomes more affordable. Cordless nail guns have proven to be much safer around the worksite, as the risk of tripping on the hose is removed.

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Thanks to the introduction of Li-ion batteries, cordless nail guns also have an impressive runtime, making them ideal for use on the worksite, with a single battery charge usually enough to last all day.

The advantages offered by cordless nail gun means consumers are likely to continue moving away from pneumatic and gas systems.

As well as having a reliable runtime, cordless nail guns are also far more portable than pneumatic nail guns, making them well-suited and much safer for use in tight or obstructed areas.

Staying safe on site Nail guns, however, are not without their own safety issues. While worksite safety might be second nature to business owners, research shows that nail guns are still among the leading causes of workplace accidents.

According to Home Timber & Hardware Power tools buyer, Ian Male, while nail guns boost productivity and have evolved significantly over time, they also cause a high number of injuries each year and implementing training and safety measures is paramount to ensuring work site safety.

“Be it pneumatic, gas or cordless nail guns, there are a myriad of ways tradies can injure themselves or others on a work site. Operators carrying the gun, with the trigger depressed, could accidentally bump the contact tip or nails could simply ricochet, which is why safety training is essential for both new and experienced workers,” says Ian. Closely supervising first-time users will help build their confidence and eliminate harm to themselves or others on site.

Caution should be taken when using new materials and users are advised to seek advice if unsure how to use the tool or reload it.

It’s recommended that hard-surfaced products be tested in controlled environments to eliminate inadvertent ricochet. Particular caution should be exercised when in ‘bump fire’ mode, often the preference for time-pressured

jobs requiring ongoing nailing, as the nail gun can be inadvertently discharged when it makes contact with other objects.

Protective wear Ian says it’s important that users wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) during operation. While many models have safety mechanisms built into them, the skills and knowledge of the user, coupled with PPE, is still the key to workplace safety.

“Preventing injuries is always a priority, however accidents happen, so wearing protective equipment such as hard hats, safety goggles and ear plugs is highly recommended for anyone using a nail gun,” says Ian. “These basic items will help protect you from any ricochets and the loud ‘impulse’ noise peaks made by the nail gun.

Worksite safety remains a paramount consideration in the construction industry, which is why it’s important to make informed decisions, as well as match the correct PPE and the needs of a certain worksite or job to the features of the correct nail gun.

When working with powerful tools like the nail gun, Ian says common sense should prevail. Personal protective gear should always be worn and a clearly defined, isolated area should be used.

Article provided by Home Timber & Hardware. For more information visit: www.homehardware.com.au

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BE THE DESTROYER WITH BOSCH’S NEW HEAVY-DUTY DRILL RANGE

NEW MAZDA BT-50 FLEET PROGRAM AT ESSENDON MAZDA

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Bosch Blue recently launched the new GSR 18 VE-2 LI Destroyer Drill Driver and GSB 18 VE-2 LI Destroyer Hammer Drill, ideal for tackling the toughest screw driving and drilling applications – extremely powerful, extremely robust and extremely easy to control.

As the workhorse of the Mazda family, BT-50 is the ute that gives you more power, more capability and more comfort. Now it’s ready to do even more for you thanks to our new Mazda BT-50 Fleet Program.

The Australian homebuilders are forecasting even greater growth, particularly in the US market, after being named in the world’s Top 200 franchises.

Increasing performance and lifetime, the 18 volt Destroyer range is powered by a four pole motor allowing easy driving and drilling through even the toughest of materials including wood, metal and concrete. Featuring a 13mm metal auto lock chuck, high-range torque for screw driving and high-range speed for drilling, the new 18 volt Destroyers are in a league of their own.

The Destroyer range is also equipped with an innovative 23 position auxiliary handle, which has been specially designed to tighly clamp onto the tool, ensuring maximum control under heavy force. Bosch’s heavy duty Durashield housing makes these tools even tougher, meaning even after dropping a tool from a height of 2 metres onto concrete, it’ll still keep on going.

The advanced Electronic Rotation Control (ERC) technology that’s built into the Destroyers range prevents kickback via an integrated acceleration sensor that detects sudden jamming during operation and immediately shuts down the motor – minimising further tool rotation and protecting from injury.

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Australian home-building group G.J. Gardner Homes has been ranked 117 in the Top 200 franchises worldwide. The company improved on its 2013 ranking of 122nd.

The prestigious ranking by the Franchise Times, which ranks most franchises with operations in the US, including McDonalds, KFC and Remax, is based on group turnover.

G.J. Gardner Homes CEO Darren Wallis said he was thrilled to be included in the Top 200 list.

“I am really excited about growing more market share in the US and Australia, while continuing to be the largest builder in New Zealand,” he said.

Since taking on the top job at G.J. Gardner Homes, Mr Wallis has spearheaded growth from 20 offices in Australia to more than 120 across Australia, New Zealand and the United States.

Over the past 12 months franchisee numbers have grown by seven per cent and gross sales for the 2013/2014 financial year exceeded $1 billion.

The company is now Australia’s 8th largest detached homebuilder and 11th largest overall builder.

Projections are for up to 250 active G.J. Gardner Homes franchises over the next 10 years.

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RMAX GAINS CODEMARK CERTIFICATION.

The new Batten Cavity range being installed.

certification under individual CodeMark™ Certificate Numbers covering all the individual EIFS cladding panel product types that go to make up the RMAX Batten Cavity and Direct Fix EIFS Cladding Product Range.

The CodeMark certification scheme supports the use of new and innovative building products by providing a nationally and internationally accepted product assessment for building products compliance. This gives building professionals the confidence to specify RMAX products with proven performance.

Components of the RMAX EIFS system

The RMAX range of RMAX external insulation finishing system (EIFS) products have gained CodeMark certification. This certification provides building professionals with the confidence to specify and use the products with confidence that they will perform to the highest level. Put simply, choosing from the RMAX EIFS product range is simply better building practice.

CodeMark Certification Details The RMAX Exterior Insulation and Finishing Systems (EIFS) have been independently audited and assessed by CertMark™ International (CMI), an accredited testing laboratory to meet and exceed relevant Australian standards for external building insulating and cladding products.

RMAX EIFS Products The RMAX EIFS Cladding Product Range comprises an extensive range of Standard Isolite® (orange) and Premium ThermaSilver (dark grey) Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) panel building products that are all manufactured in Australia. They are available as Direct Fix (previously the standard range) and the new Batten Cavity range.

The CodeMark™ Certificate of Conformity outlines National compliance of the RMAX EIFS Direct Fix EIFS Cladding Product Range for use in class 1 and 10 buildings and class 2 and 3 buildings of type C construction, to the relevant Building Code of Australia (BCA) Codes relating to structural integrity, weatherproofing, fire hazard properties, construction in bushfire prone areas, and energy efficiency for external walls.

The product range comprises RMAX Orange Board®, Thermawall®, ThermaWall Plus®, ThermawallSilver® and ThermawallPlus Silver®.

CMI is an accredited independent certification body (ISO Guide 65). In undertaking this assessment, CMI have awarded CodeMark™

The RMAX EIFS System The RMAX EIFS system comprises render, washers, fasteners and mesh that can be used on all the CodeMark certified products.

Comprehensive technical manuals for Direct Fix and Batten Cavity Fix are available on the RMAX web site. Alternatively they can be sourced directly through your local RMAX EIFS Cladding Product Range distributor.

Industry leaders RMAX are leaders in the development of innovative expanded polystyrene insulation solutions for the building industry. They have experts on hand to help you find the optimum insulation solution for your next project.

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WORKING WITH ASBESTOS? MANAGE THE RISK Materials containing asbestos are present in many residential and commercial buildings throughout Australia. When performing asbestos removal work or handling products and materials that contain asbestos, you require high levels of personal protection.

3M meets this need with its launch of four new convenient respiratory and body protection kits designed to manage varying levels of exposure to asbestos fibres and dust.

“The right personal protective equipment is essential to protect your health when working with asbestos, as asbestos-related diseases are responsible for an increasing number of deaths from mesothelioma and asbestosis.

Asbestos has also been linked to other diseases including lung cancer, laryngeal cancer and ovarian cancer,” said Terry Gorman, 3M Senior Occupational Hygienist.

The two new negative pressure Asbestos/Dust Respirator Kits offer a choice of either a 3M™ Full Face or Half Face Reusable Respirator and appropriate filters. The half face kit also includes a pair of 3M™ Safety Glasses.

3M’s positive pressure kits allow a choice between either a ready-to-use Face Mounted or Belt Mounted Full Face Respirator System. Both kits also include a 3M™ Disposable Coverall.

People most at risk from asbestos exposure are those carrying out maintenance, repair or refurbishment work or asbestos removal in all types of buildings, including factories built or refurbished before 1985. Workers who may be exposed to asbestos include carpenters, plumbers, electricians and cable installers.

Home renovators also have the potential to be exposed to asbestos when working on older homes.

“Friable (crumbly) asbestos should only be removed or handled by suitably trained and certified workers,” said Terry Gorman.

3M backs its safety solutions with comprehensive customer support and professional technical resources to assist with safety management, product selection and training needs.

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