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Message from the Executive Director

Grant Galvin Executive Director

2015: Housing construction forecast to continue upward trend Master Builders’ Building industry outlook, released in December, is predicting a good year ahead for the housing sector, with dwelling unit commencements set to rise.

The latest Building industry outlook forecasts 40,000 dwelling unit commencements in 2014–15 to rise 14% on the 35,318 starts in 2013–14. The report, which was launched in late 2014 at Master Builders’ annual Committee Lunch in Brisbane, also anticipates this good news to continue into 2015–16.

As well as a rise of 14% in 2014–15, we are estimating that dwelling unit commencements will increase a further 10% to 45,000 starts in 2015–16. While this growth will be spread across much of the state, it will be particularly focused in south east Queensland, with solid growth also expected in most regions. However, we are anticipating that Central Queensland and Mackay & Whitsunday will continue to struggle in the short term.

Our forecast is supported by recent building approvals data, which saw total dwelling approvals show healthy gains and increase by almost 20% over the past 12 months. The data underlines a fundamental shift in supply, with a swing to multi-residential rather than traditional single, detached housing.

Currently, approvals for multi-residential developments make up 45% of the state’s total building approvals, while comprising only about one quarter of Queensland’s total housing stock. Unfortunately, affordability of new housing will remain an ongoing problem for the industry over the longer term. This is despite the fact that it has improved slightly over the last 12 months thanks to lower mortgage rates.

As with previous years, renovation activity will remain solid and we anticipate the high cost of buying a new home will continue to encourage many owners to stay put and renovate rather than sell and upgrade to a new home.

It is this stability, in conjunction with steady population and employment growth that will underpin consumer and business confidence and the confidence to invest in new construction.

Master Builders’ Building industry outlook report includes a comprehensive snapshot of the current state of the building industry and an assessment on business sentiment and outlook for the medium term.

For a copy, visit www.masterbuilders.asn. au/publications-and-resources/reports-andstatistics/building-industry-outlook.

Unfortunately this good news isn’t reflected in the non-residential sector, with the ongoing weakness in private and public sector investment the biggest issue. There are no winners in 2015 when it comes to non-residential construction, with a number of major retail projects coming to an end and no clear pipeline of new work.

The office market continues to be oversupplied and the industrial segment will remain flat. The bulk of construction activity will continue to be in the engineering sector, despite this segment falling significantly.

The report highlights that although different segments of the industry will continue to perform better than others, growth will slowly spread over the year ahead. This is based on stable economic conditions, in particular interest rates, inflation and economic growth.

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volume 52 NUMBER 4

Published by Master Builders Queensland 417 Wickham Terrace, Brisbane Queensland 4000 Phone: 3225 6444 Fax: 3225 6545 Email: ask@masterbuilders.asn.au www.masterbuilders.asn.au Editor: Christine Buzzard, editorial@masterbuilders.asn.au Graphic Design: Natala Stuetz Advertising: Craig Flenley, Crowther Blayne Media Specialists, (03) 3602 6600 craig.flenley@crowtherblayne.com.au Print: Printcraft Distribution: Stand and Deliver Master Builder is the official magazine of Master Builders Queensland. Master Builders is the peak industry association representing building and construction in Queensland since 1882. We are the voice of the industry. Our services support members to operate professional and profitable businesses that deliver superior quality outcomes to their customers.

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Disclaimer: Any advice or information included in the publication is given in good faith, but strictly on the understanding that neither Master Builders nor the Editor or any other person or organisation contributing to the publication are to incur any responsibility or legal liability whatsoever (including liability for negligence) should the advice or information be incorrect, incomplete, inappropriate or in any other way defective and all liability is therefore disclaimed. Articles published in this magazine do not necessarily reflect the opinions or policies of Master Builders, its officers and staff. © This publication is copyright. No part of it may be reproduced, copied, stored on a computer, published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication, or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium without prior permission from the Queensland Master Builders Association.

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Contents Policy & advocacy

Tradie’s corner

12 Charting a course for growth

38 Shooting the breeze

14 New apprenticeship system

Spotlight on Reports & statistics 16 Survey of Industry Conditions

40 Fresh approach to

customer service

18 Building approvals

Housing & Construction Awards

Training & licensing

20 Entries opening soon

44 Supporting the industry’s future leaders

Employment & wages

Events

28 Changes to apprentice

47 Roadshow is back

rates of pay

Health & wellbeing Building & planning 30 Non-Watermark products

48 QUEST: Free healthy workplace program

31 Logan Planning Scheme

Member benefits

32 New requirements for termite management

Health, safety & environment 34 What to expect in safety this year

53 Drive away with Europcar 54 Refer a mate and save $250

People & events 57 Did your photo make it in?

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Opinion

Wilhelm Harnisch Chief Executive Officer Master Builders Australia

Priorities for 2015 Master Builders Australia’s main priority for 2015 is rebooting business confidence.

The Prime Minister stated his absolute conviction that our industry is “truly building Australia” when he addressed Master Builders National Excellence in Building and Construction Awards last year.

This is a very welcome recognition of the critical contribution of Master Builders members in building the nation and in creating jobs.

However, the Prime Minister’s conviction must be backed up by important productivitybased reforms to allow our industry to play its role as a major engine of economic growth, employment and prosperity. This will take time, but an early start is vital so building and construction can play a greater part in helping the economy move on from the resources boom.

We strongly support the current Federal Government in confronting the economic challenges we face and many of the measures it unveiled to tackle them. However, the timing, architecture and communication of these measures should be reviewed to boost business confidence.

Nevertheless, there is much to be positive about as we commence a new year.

In 2014, the government fulfilled election promises, such as the paring back of red and green tape, and has laid the foundations for important inquiries such as the Productivity Commission probe into the effectiveness of the industrial relations system.

The government also deserves credit for its ongoing commitment to restoring the strong powers of the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC) to enforce the rule of law on construction sites.

However, as with much of the government’s legislative agenda, the Senate is proving to be a stubborn road block.

In the short term there are worrying signs that business more broadly is concerned about where the economy is heading. While some economic indicators are looking more positive than they did a year ago, sluggish retail sales and rising unemployment reinforces the need for a change in government policy settings.

In 2015, Master Builders Australia will continue our rigorous advocacy for this and other vital reforms. Restoring the strong powers of the ABCC is about boosting the productivity of our industry, strengthening the national economy and creating more jobs, particularly for young people.

Master Builders Australia will continue to push government and policy makers to allow business to get on with the job.

Reforming the apprenticeship and vocational skills training system is another major focus for 2015. We will continue to highlight to government how the deficiencies of the current system prevent it from meeting our industry’s needs and in providing better pathways to rewarding careers.

In our pre-budget submission we will reinforce to the federal Treasurer the importance of rebooting confidence in the economy and for budget measures that will secure a strong building and construction industry. The 2015 May budget must act as a policy circuit breaker to head off waning business and consumer confidence.

We will also continue to strongly support Master Builders Queensland in their strong advocacy of your interests. They’ve called for key policy priorities to be adopted by the next Queensland Government, to support a stronger building industry, economic growth and more jobs.

We will push for a business environment that lets Queensland’s Master Builders do what they do best – build strong profitable businesses, create jobs and build more liveable communities.

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Opinion Michael Matusik – Experienced Residential Commentary

A better Brisbane Hosting last year’s G20 was just another example of ‘bread and circuses’, if you ask me. We love them here in Australia – Melbourne Cup Day, for example… another excuse to drink, dodge work and keep distracted. So, too, was Brisbane’s hosting of the G20.

Apparently, hosting such an event has great economic benefits to the host city and country. Well, outside of the many rent seekers promoting such, I cannot find any independent studies proving it.

And here is the point… the vast majority of us who live here and those who wish to move here, want Brisbane to remain as it is – obscure; small scale; a bit slow; hospitable; a third-tier city and family friendly.

Personally, I think we should be spending our time and money on making Brisbane a better place to live.

What makes a city work?

So what are the ingredients that turn a city into a great place to call home? What’s the fairy dust that transforms a jumble of buildings and a network of roads and tunnels into something that inspires? Where is that sweet spot between efficiency and urban grit that makes a city feel right?

In short, what makes a city work?

Each city has one major thing. We need to start with that. New York City has Central Park; Sydney its harbour and Brisbane’s unique and most powerful feature is its river.

The Brisbane River Sadly, we seem to be selling the Brisbane River off in large chunks these days. The public cannot access it anywhere near enough. We cannot cross it enough, either.

If Brisbane truly wants to be an international city and sustainably grow business and tourist opportunities, then it must optimise its greatest asset, the Brisbane River.

Other assets The following isn’t a comprehensive list.

Big trees I don’t really need to say much more here.

Yes, lots of cities don’t have any trees at all, and they are great. But in Australia, big street trees and landscapes with mature trees are a winner.

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Many of best places to live in Australia (and those that see the more consistent price growth) are those with areas with great landscapes. Spend some time looking into it.

The simple things in life are often the best.

Signage Not the visual pollution we have here. But very select signage that is themed and very coherent. Limit the amount of outdoor advertising and even road signs.

Next time you go to Tasmania or New Zealand, ask yourself what is different.

For me, one of the key differences is that there is very little unnecessary signage and where it does exist, it must obey set design standards.

Even McDonalds has to follow the rules.

I counted over 500 unnecessary signs (there are way more, but I lost patience) on my way to work recently, a distance of just 7km. Yes, I am a strange cat. But think about it. Does your daily visual overload get you down?

A sense of scale This is where Brisbane is losing the plot, if you ask me. The coming plethora of massive blocks of flats downtown is out of all proportion with human scale.

Renewal and rejuvenation also often mean sanitisation. We will lose what makes many of these downtown areas attractive in the first place.

Opinion The same applies to our retail spaces. Big, airconditioned boxes. The same chain stores in every location and Brisbane’s urban renewal hot spots will not be excluded.

We have a great outdoor climate. We should be making much more of it. Life on the street isn’t just for the urban poor. 24/7 is needed in some places, too. We also need grit. We are getting better at it, but we need more. Sanitised often means boring. Yes, just like the G20.

Money spent on grants or the like to help get wider diversity in our retail and food offerings, would be money well spent.

Also, density needs to be offset; more common space needs to be injected into our highly developing urban areas. Less concrete and glass would be nice, too.

Suburbs that work Think mixed use; local employment and entertainment, and a much more diverse array of housing types at different price points.

Residents want to age in place; they want to stay in the local area and help each other

out; dare I say it – like a true community.

The mono-building, which Brisbane is now encouraging, is creating places that often won’t work from a broader socio-economic stand point.

Escapes Having places to which we can escape is very important. And how you can get there, equally so.

Brisbane is blessed with a fantastic hinterland; Moreton Bay; great islands like Moreton and Stradbroke and of course, both the Gold and Sunshine Coasts.

But the connectivity between them sucks.

We now have a pretty good airport, but not everyone can and wants to fly somewhere to get away.

End note So, I don’t like things like the G20. I especially don’t like what has become of the Melbourne Cup.

I believe Australia should have said no to hosting the G20. We would have won more respect from the other 19 by saying no. We should have told the rest of the world, and in particular, us tax payers, that we would rather spend our money on things that actually matter.

Imagine if the time, effort and money were spent on improving the public’s access to the Brisbane River – heck, just building another couple of bridges and fast tracking some ferry terminals would have done it for me – plus working to improve our housing and retail choices.

This article first appeared in the Matusik Missive – an email subscription service with a focus on the Australian residential property market.

It was written by Michael Matusik, founder of Matusik Property Insights, which has helped over 550 new residential projects come to fruition.

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News

New Executive to lead building in Queensland After casting their votes in late 2014, Master Builders members have officially welcomed a new Executive team to the helm along with many new faces for State Council, Divisions and Branches across Queensland.

A little bit about Nick…

As well as being actively engaged across the industry, Nick’s other qualifications include being a self-confessed “bad but enthusiastic surfer” with a “Life Skateboarding Ban currently under appeal”. But when it comes to advocating for the industry on Master Builders’ behalf, Nick’s wealth of experience and knowledge will put him in good stead.

L–R: Rod McDonald, Drew Brockhurst, Adrian Gabrielli, Ralf Dutton, Nick Herron, Peter Schriek, Kathy Seaman and Geoff Baguley Nick Herron replaces outgoing President, Derek Pingel, who finished up five terms as President.

Nick’s appointment follows years of active contribution and representation of the state building and construction industry.

Currently Managing Director of Herron Coorey Building Contractors and a Master Builders member since 1995, Nick has also served on Master Builders’ Construction Sector and Contracts Committees since 2001, as State Councillor since 2004 and as a Master Builders Foundation Board Member since 2013.

Nick heads up the Executive team, including Peter Schriek, Kathy Seaman, Rod McDonald, Ralf Dutton, Geoff Baguley, Drew Brockhurst and Adrian Gabrielli. The team meets monthly and is responsible for driving the strategic direction of Master Builders.

While there are some familiar faces in the group, the team is largely made up of new members who will lead Master Builders into a time of renewal and growth for the building industry.

Nick, along with the entire Executive and Master Builders Senior Leadership Team, will be also instrumental in driving Master Builders’ official policy and advocacy platform in 2015.

Master Builders State Council, which is elected by members, has also been appointed. The group, which meets twice per year and is made up of 18 members and nine divisional representatives, is responsible for creating the framework for Master Builders’ policy direction, in consultation with Master Builders’ committees.

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With a strong focus on further developing Master Builders’ relationships with local and state governments, Nick has a firm emphasis on change and refreshment for the association under the leadership of Executive Director, Grant Galvin, who took over the reins in 2013 after almost eight years in various roles at News Limited, most recently as General Manager Group Editorial Operations – Australia.

News Angus Preston-Stanley – North Queensland Why did you decide to nominate for a position with Master Builders?

To be involved in the changes within the Industry.

What is your vision for the building industry?

That we don’t lose the trade skill base throughout the industry.

Bob Sternberg – Institute of Building Consultants Why did you decide to nominate for a position with Master Builders?

I wished to put back the experiences to the new generation of practitioners.

What is your vision for the building industry?

To keep abreast of the ever changing environment and to practice continually for the excellence in our profession to enable improvements wherever possible. This enables involvement in setting the standards required.

Ain Kuru – Institute of Building Consultants Why did you decide to nominate for a position with Master Builders?

In my business I see how unnecessary government regulation and inefficiency adds substantial costs and delays to the building industry. In addition, I see a great opportunity for Master Builders to facilitate development of the industry by providing information about better building practices.

What is your vision for the building industry?

An industry that is highly regarded in the community.

Bruce Haines – Institute of Building Consultants Why did you decide to nominate for a position with Master Builders?

I’m passionate for the building industry in which I work and with 33 years’ experience this will provide an opportunity to pass on some of this knowledge to the benefit of the industry.

What is your vision for the building industry?

For people in the building trades, to achieve and maintain a high level of skills and professionalism; for building design and construction to keep pace with environmental change; and for government and recognised industry bodies to work together when amending legislation affecting the building industry.

Brett Nixon – North Queensland Why did you decide to nominate for a position with Master Builders?

To assist in developing a new understanding and protocol in an ever changing industry.

What is your vision for the building industry?

I’d like to the building industry remain a cornerstone for the economy, but I believe the competitive nature of the last few years is the new normal. We need to be educated and diligent business managers, as our customers are well informed and expect real value for money. In the short term I believe new homes and commercial will be slow, renovation and remodelling work slightly increasing but steady and all work will remain competitive. We a high level of efficiency in building design with respect to conservation of energy and applying technology to manage same.

NEW FACES for divisions and branches We asked a few of the new faces from our divisions and branches some questions about why they joined a Master Builders committee and became more active within the association.

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News

GAAQ 2014 award winners announced The Glass and Aluminium Association of Queensland Inc (GAAQ) 2014 award winners were announced last year at the Pullman Brisbane King George Square Hotel.

Designed to showcase GAAQ’s apprentices and outstanding glazing projects produced by their members, the awards have been a success story for many years and now include apprentices from all over Queensland.

The design sections of the awards program were introduced in 2013 and have been judged by Paul Worrell at Red Dog Architects since inception. The numbers of projects nominated has increased dramatically over the years.

APPRENTICE AWARDS APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR – BRODIE McGREGOR

RESIDENTIAL INSTALLATION AWARD – SPENCER DAY

(Sponsor: TAFE SkillsTech; RTO: SkillsTech, Employer Porters Glass & Aluminium)

(Sponsor: Eastman; RTO: Glass Skills Aust; Employer: Skeleton Glass)

1ST RUNNER UP – ELLIOT HALL

COMMERCIAL FABRICATION AWARD – JOSHUA CANTY

(Sponsor: Glass Skills Aust; RTO: G James Glass; Employer: G James Glass) 2ND RUNNER UP - KYLE CLEMENTS (Sponsor: 1ST Glass; RTO: Glass Skills Aust; Employer: B&N Glass & Aluminium) ENCOURAGEMENT AWARD – DENNIS GIBBS (Sponsor: AGC Glass; RTO: G James Glass; Employer: G James Glass)

(Sponsor: Lisec/Elegant IG; RTO: SkillsTech; Employer: Mitchell Glass) COMMERCIAL INSTALLATION AWARD – BOYDE BARNETT (Sponsor: CSI Certification; RTO: G James Glass; Employer: G James Glass) GLASS PROCESSING AWARD – DANIEL JOHNSON

HIGH ACHIEVEMENT AWARD – JASON SOLIEN

(Sponsor: GAAQ; RTO: Glass Skills Aust; Employer: 1ST Glass)

(Sponsor: National Glass; RTO: SkillsTech; Employer: Plumb Glazing)

DESIGN AWARDS

RISING STAR AWARD – JEVON WONG (Sponsor: NFK Glazing, RTO: G James Glass; Employer: G James Glass) RESIDENTIAL FABRICATION AWARD – HARLEY BALDOCK (Sponsor: Dow Corning; RTO: SkillsTech; Employer: MRAEL)

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RESIDENTIAL UNDER $15,000 – GOODLINE GROUP (Sponsor: G James Glass) RESIDENTIAL OVER $15,000 – REDCLIFFE GLASS (Sponsor: G James Glass)

COMMERCIAL UNDER $50,000 – G JAMES GLASS (Sponsor: Viridian) COMMERCIAL OVER $50,000 – QUEENSLAND GLASS (Sponsor: Viridian)

MAJOR AWARD 2014 GLASS PERSON OF THE YEAR – GREG HUNT (G James Glass & Aluminium) These nights would not be possible without the generosity of sponsors and GAAQ would like to thank the Platinum & Gold sponsors mentioned above as well as Silver Sponsors: Alspec, Dorma, True Blue Glass, OGA, Landson Glass, AGG, NSSAQ and Trade Glass; and Minor sponsors: Glass Planner Pty Ltd, Glaziers Hardware Supplies and The Pullman Brisbane King George Square Hotel.

Planning for this year’s event on Friday, 24 July 2015 is already underway. Look out for entry forms and invitations soon!

L-R: Tim Mander, Apprentice winner, Keith Heavens Director TAFE SkillsTech Australia

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Team Thompson win Tradie Vs Thompson Building Group claimed the trophy and accompanying kudos when their team took out CSQ’s Tradie Vs competition.

Troy Mendham, Dwayne Jenkins, Lance Ainsworth and Zack ‘Macca’ Macklin-Shaw put their skills to the test during a series of ‘Myth Busters meets The Block’ style challenges, which included building a cyclone-proof port-a-loo and a kicking machine to rival former Origin Great, Steve Renouf.

The challenges were captured in a series of videos which were shared across social media. Queenslanders were then invited to vote for the best team in each challenge to determine the overall winners.

Accepting their trophy on stage at the CSQ Excellence Awards the team said taking part in Tradie Vs had been a great experience.

Team member Troy Mendham said the competition had been a fun and challenging way to test their skills against other industry professionals.

“Having the opportunity to be involved in the competition was a great learning experience.

“Each day we arrived at Tradies Vs not knowing what kind of challenge we were going to face. We only had one day to complete each project so we had to work at an intense pace and plan carefully.

“It really tested our creativity and encouraged us to look at problems in new ways.

“We are happy people enjoyed watching the videos and would like to thank everyone who gave us their vote. Hopefully some of those who watched our video will be inspired to think about a career in construction.”

Team Thompson with the winner’s trophy at the CSQ Excellence Awards, Troy Mendham, Dwayne Jenkins, Lance Ainsworth and Zack ‘Macca’ Macklin-Shaw.

CSQ’s CEO Brett Schimming said the Tradie Vs campaign has certainly sparked some interest and has been a great showcase for our industry with 250,000 video views and 9,000 votes.

“Well done to all those involved and thanks to McNab, Thompson Building Group, WorldSkills Queensland and The Construction Training Centre for supporting Tradie Vs.” View the Tradie Vs videos at www.tradievs.com.au

CPD to be introduced in 2015 A voluntary continuing professional development (CPD) scheme is set to be introduced by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) from 1 July 2015, which will apply to all licensed contractors.

The QBCC then intends to adopt a mandatory scheme from 1 July 2017, subject to the success of the voluntary scheme.

Further, it’s interesting to note that the New South Wales Government is intending to scrap its mandatory CPD scheme on the basis that it has

cost individual builders up to $500 each year, with little demonstrable benefit to the individuals or the industry broadly. Conversely, Victoria is considering introducing a mandatory scheme.

Master Builders is keen to ensure that any mandatory professional development scheme provides tangible benefits to individual contractors and is targeted so that the topics covered relate directly to the contractors involved (for example, targeting the most common building defects and common causes of business failure).

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Policy & advocacy

CHARTING A COURSE FOR

GROWTH State election priorities for the building industry.

Stimulate demand for new construction • Increase government investment in infrastructure • Target financial assistance measures at all new housing • End the stamp duty ‘double-dip’ on new developments by not levying the tax on the cost of construction and only once on the land.

Master Builders has identified six priorities for the new government that will make a demonstrable difference to Queensland’s building and construction industry.

Throughout the election campaign we lobbied hard to achieve these changes for a better and more productive future for our industry.

We will now turn our focus to working closely with the new government to achieve some much needed outcomes and reforms.

Contain building costs • Further reform to the planning and development assessment system to end duplication and unnecessary delays • Increase the uptake of new materials and methods of construction to reduce completion times and drive down costs • Subject all proposed environmental/ energy requirements for new housing to a rigorous cost–benefit analysis.

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Improve productivity and protect against worker intimidation • Reinstate the Australian Building and Construction Commission and the Building and Construction Industry (Improving Productivity) Bill 2013 • Introduce ‘protection from protester’ laws, ending the intimidation of workers • Ensure the Royal Commission exposes all forms of corruption and intimidation.

Wind back the highly prescriptive approach to WH&S • Ensure the ‘fit and proper person’ test for union officials is enforced and ‘Right of Entry’ permits are removed from those who abuse the responsibility • Restore insurance cover for third parties under the state’s Workers’ Compensation Scheme.

Improve the capacity of contractors to manage risk • Cap builders’ liability for latent defects at 10 years • Ensure that all building professionals are held accountable for their work • Support builders in selecting products that are fit-for-purpose through a new product certification system and a clear reporting and enforcement mechanism • Introduce a CPD scheme to lift technical and contractual standards across the industry

Provide relevant training • Develop a new apprenticeship system that is appealing, relevant, flexible, cost effective and easier to understand for employers and apprentices, increasing both the uptake of new apprenticeships and the completion rate • Improve training completion rates by providing greater access to mentoring programs and assistance to apprentices at risk • Develop a training system that creates a career pathway through transferrable skills and core.

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New apprenticeship system key to long-term jobs A reviewed and revamped apprenticeship system is essential for any government who is serious about training, job creation and ensuring the building industry remains the number one employer of full-time jobs in Queensland.

Master Builders has identified an overhaul to the current apprenticeship system as being essential to achieving a robust building industry training system in Queensland.

Providing training that is relevant and beneficial was one of our key election priorities, and we’re keen to work with the government to develop a new apprenticeship system that increases both the uptake and completion of new apprenticeships.

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With apprenticeship completion rates currently at around 50%, there is an urgent need to improve training by providing greater access to mentoring programs and assistance to apprentices at risk.

One of the biggest dangers facing the building industry as we emerge from the GFC, and demand and activity once again start to rise, is a skills shortage, and we must take steps to address this issue now.

Both of these outcomes are crucial to ensuring a strong building industry in the future and will help drive the government’s focus on job creation.

Any system worth its salt should help to create a career pathway that offers transferrable skills and core qualifications and centralises training incentive programs.

According to the National Centre for Vocational Education Research’s (NCVER) September quarter 2014 Apprentices & Trainees early trend estimates report, while trade commencements did increase in the September quarter 2014, this increase followed three consecutive quarters of decline.

The current system, which has been around for many years, is in desperate need of an overhaul that makes taking advantage of funding and assistance much easier.

While we were delighted to see some growth in commencements, it doesn’t negate the need to address what we know is a wellentrenched problem.

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Reports & statistics

Confidence high following strong end to 2014 Master Builders’ latest Survey of Industry Conditions for the December 2014 quarter shows business confidence in the Queensland economy and the building and construction industry remains strong.

Despite experiencing a slight fall, business confidence in the Queensland building and construction industry remained at a high level during the December 2014 quarter.

This reflects a stable environment where the Reserve Bank of Australia has continued to hold the official cash rate at a low level and employment growth has been moderate.

While for many regions of Queensland, the reality of the end of the resources boom continues to be felt, it is reassuring that confidence is levelling at a relatively high point.

The level of business activity held steady across Queensland over the December quarter and many businesses (37%) are reporting a stronger level of work in progress. In another positive sign for the industry, both employment and apprenticeship levels improved over the past three months, which is an encouraging indication that businesses are gaining confidence about their long-term prospects.

Consistent with improving conditions, particularly in the south east corner, the level of demand was no longer the biggest constraint on business.

Across Greater Brisbane and the Sunshine and Gold Coasts, the availability of land, infrastructure charges and labour costs were the major factors constraining business.

Infrastructure charges have re-emerged as a constraint along with the planning approval process. The cost and time taken to bring land to the market has increased and is causing frustration amongst builders and developers. It is important that the new government continues with the reform process to get on top of these issues.

Housing affordability remained stable in the December quarter as interest rates stayed at low levels and house prices remained steady in many regions of the state. New housing continues to be relatively expensive, with 70% of respondents identifying affordability as having a negative impact on new housing demand.

Across the regions, the south east corner remains the driver of growth, particularly for the residential sector; while Far North Queensland, the Darling Downs & South West Queensland and North Queensland continue to return solid results.

Although the resource regions of Central Queensland and Mackay & Whitsunday have been struggling for a long time, they remain optimistic for the future. The Central Queensland residential sector even returned an improvement for a second consecutive quarter.

Brisbane • Industry confidence remained high, recovering all of the ground lost in the previous quarter • Trading conditions for the commercial sector dipped, however this is only expected to be temporary • Turnover and profitability moved ahead and should maintain this high level over the three months to March 2015 • The majority of businesses (60%) are still planning to hold their employment level steady and 29% are now looking to expand their workforce • Labour costs have risen to the number one constraint for businesses operating in the region.

Gold Coast • Industry confidence remained high during the quarter • Trading conditions for both the residential and commercial sectors moved forward over the quarter, with the commercial sector entering positive territory for the first time in the history of the survey • Turnover and profitability improved • Employment levels held steady, however there is a significant shortage in Project Managers, Site Managers and Supervisors • Wage levels have come under pressure, with a third of businesses reporting an increase over the quarter • The most critical constraint on business growth was infrastructure charges, along with land availability.

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Reports & statistics

Sunshine Coast

Central Queensland

North Queensland

• Industry confidence moderated but remained at a high level

• Business confidence held steady over the quarter

• Industry confidence held steady, maintaining a positive outlook

• Trading conditions for both residential and commercial building remained well within positive territory

• While still in negative territory, both the residential and commercial sectors showed significant improvement

• Turnover and profitability remained strong, recovering all of the losses of the previous quarter

• Turnover and profitability dropped away slightly

• Trading conditions held steady for the residential sector, however the commercial sector improved significantly and returned to positive territory for the first time since the onset of the GFC

• Employment levels in the industry stabilised over the three months to December 2014 • 81% of businesses expect to maintain their current apprenticeship level • The interconnected issues of land availability, lack of demand and the planning approval process remained the most critical constraints on business growth on the Sunshine Coast.

Darling Downs & South West Queensland • Industry confidence held steady, remaining in positive territory • While still strong, trading conditions for the residential sector eased off while the commercial sector remained steady • Turnover and profitability both improved • The majority of businesses were able to hold their current employment levels steady • The majority of respondents (85%) now expect to maintain or increase their current apprentice levels • The planning approval process and infrastructure charges are the most critical constraints on business growth in the region.

Burnett Wide Bay • Industry confidence dropped away slightly during the December 2014 quarter • Both the residential and commercial sectors struggled with challenging trading conditions

• The majority of respondents reported that employment levels are steady, however it is hard to fill vacancies at realistic wage levels • The major constraint on the business growth in the region is the planning approval process.

Mackay & Whitsunday • Business confidence improved over the December 2014 quarter, crossing into positive territory for the first time in twelve months • Conditions in the commercial and residential sectors dropped away • Both turnover and profitability held steady over the December quarter • Employment levels weakened, with a significant increase in the number of respondents (44%) reporting a drop in current staffing levels • Apprentice employment was subjected to increased pressure as businesses are unwilling to make long-term commitments • Wage growth pressure softened over the quarter • The most critical constraint on business growth was once again the lacklustre level of demand.

• Both turnover and profitability improved over the quarter, returning to positive territory • Wage levels strengthened with nearly a third of respondents reporting stronger wage levels • The most critical constraint on North Queensland business growth in the December quarter was the lacklustre level of demand.

Far North Queensland • Business confidence remained positive, but dropped away from the high levels enjoyed in the previous quarters • Trading conditions for both the commercial and residential sectors had a marked improvement, entering positive territory for the first time in the five year history of the survey • Turnover and profitability posted a strong result, remaining in positive territory • Both employment and apprenticeship levels held steady over the quarter and wage levels did not shift • The most critical constraint on business growth in Far North Queensland over the December quarter was once again the lacklustre level of demand.

Master Builders’ Survey of Industry Conditions provides information and analysis on industry expectations and business performance, based on a survey of Master Builders’ members across Queensland.

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• Turnover and profitability both made significant gains • Employment prospects in the region fell sharply over the quarter, with a third of businesses now expecting to lose staff • Few businesses reported serious difficulties in recruiting and retaining suitably qualified employees and subcontractors • The major constraints on business growth in the region were the related issues of the planning approval process and infrastructure charges. february/march 15

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Building approvals show need for industry boost Recent regional dwelling approvals figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics, revealed a faltering of new housing construction work across most Queensland regions, validating calls for the new government to focus on initiatives that will boost the building and construction industry.

State-wide figures are up 5.7% for November and 13.2% across the last 12 months, but there is still a lot of work that needs to be done.

While the industry remains confident about the future, these latest figures for November 2014 show that conditions in many regions are still patchy.

North Queensland and Far North Queensland took the biggest hits, with dwelling approvals falling 38.7% and 31.9%, respectively, from the previous month.

These actions will go a long way to addressing a number of constraints that continue to plague the industry.

Pursuing these will help strengthen our industry and in turn create a stronger Queensland economy.

Following the State Election, Master Builders is calling on the government to commit to initiatives that will chart a course for growth in the building and construction industry.

Throughout the election campaign we urged the new government to address six priority focus areas.

A copy of Master Builders’ State Election 2015 Priorities is available on our website at www.masterbuilders.asn.au/electionpriorities

Nov 2014

Oct 2014

% change over the month

Total current 12 months

Total previous 12 months

% change over 12 months

2,106

2,089

0.8%

21,661

17,076

26.9%

Gold Coast

265

336

-21.1%

4,390

3,316

32.4%

Sunshine Coast

286

271

5.5%

3,069

2,294

33.8%

Darling Downs & South West Qld

116

124

-6.5%

1,971

1,837

7.3%

Wide Bay

124

121

2.5%

1,448

1,283

12.9%

Central Qld

76

97

-21.6%

1,240

2,493

-50.3%

Mackay

67

62

8.1%

1,026

2,297

-55.3%

North Qld

111

181

-38.7%

1,808

1,782

1.5%

Far North Qld

77

113

-31.9%

1,056

894

18.1%

Region Greater Brisbane

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These included stimulating demand for new construction; containing building costs; improving productivity on worksites; winding back the highly prescriptive approach to health and safety; improving the capacity of contractors to manage construction risk; and providing training that is relevant and beneficial to the industry.

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Entries opening soon!

The wait is nearly over to start getting your entries in for the 2015 Master Builders Housing & Construction Awards.

Want to gain public and industry recognition for your achievements and quality projects? Why not enter into Master Builders’ Housing & Construction Awards?

The Housing & Construction Awards are Queensland’s most prestigious building awards and recognise those at the forefront of building innovation and quality craftsmanship. Not only are they a great way to gain recognition for the work you do in the industry, but winning an award also provides an ideal opportunity to drive business sales and catch the attention of potential clients.

The Awards cater for entrants ranging from apprentices, trade contractors and small family businesses, to the biggest names in the building and construction industry, with an award to suit almost every project.

Keep an eye on your inbox for the entry form and details in the coming weeks.

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Think you have what it takes to win an award? The entry form will be available soon on Master Builders’ website at: www.masterbuilders.asn.au/hcawards

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Entry fee

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Housing

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Construction

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Award ceremony event date

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17 April

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17 April

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17 April

Saturday, 25 July

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24 April

Friday, 31 July

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31 March

24 April

Saturday, 1 August

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1 May

Friday, 14 August

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31 March

1 May

Saturday, 15 August

Cairns Convention Centre

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31 March

1 May

Friday, 21 August

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Housing & Construction Awards

Individual recognition Win an award that makes YOU stand out from the crowd.

The building and construction industry wouldn’t be what it is today without the continued hard work and dedication of the individuals that work within it.

The Housing & Construction Awards are not just about houses and projects – they also recognise people within the industry who are crucial to its success. This is why the Awards dedicate three major categories – Rising Star, Women in Building and Apprentice of the Year – to individuals who stand out and make a valuable contribution to the building and construction industry.

Women in Building To be eligible for the Women in Building award, the entrant must be a woman who is currently in a trade and/or profession in the building and construction industry. The entrant must be a member of Master Builders or currently employed by a Master Builders member.

Rising Star

Apprentice of the Year To be eligible for the Apprentice of the Year award, the entrant must be either currently completing an apprenticeship or have completed their indenture between 31 March 2014 and 31 March 2015. The entrant must be a member of Master Builders or currently employed by a Master Builders member.

To be eligible for the Rising Star award, the applicant must be a member of Master Builders and operating as sole trader, in a partnership, or a director of a company. The entrant must hold a current contractor licence in a builder category (Site Supervisor, Low Rise, Medium Rise or Open) under the Queensland Building & Construction Commission Act 1991 in the state of Queensland and held such a licence for no more than seven (7) years.

If you have a colleague or employee who fits these criteria, encourage them to nominate for one of these awards. Or, if this sounds like you, nominate yourself. Entry into these categories is absolutely FREE! To enter or find out more, download an entry form from our website at www.masterbuilders.asn.au/hcawards

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Housing & Construction Awards

Entry tips & suggestions

A few tips on how to enter the 2015 Housing & Construction Awards with ease.

1. Provide a detailed description of the project

2. Supply professional photographs

It’s important to provide a detailed description of at least 100 words with your entry. When writing the description, follow the judging criteria, think about what aspects might interest potential clients, as well as the judges, and include any special features that may be unique to the entry.

It’s a great idea to hire a professional photographer to take photos of your house or project. Not only can you use the photographs to support your entry, you can also use them in your own promotional material, including brochures, on your website or to simply show potential clients.

You can also attach relevant marketing brochures that provide a good description of the project. Keep in mind that if you win an award, the information that you provide will be used in the award ceremony and throughout publications showcasing winners.

It’s not mandatory to provide photographs of your project with your entry; however, we strongly recommend that you provide professional photographs for judging and publicity purposes.

For entries in the Rising Star, Women in Building, Apprentice of the Year, Innovation in Workplace Health & Safety, Innovation in Environmental Management, Excellence in Sustainable Building and Excellence in Sustainable Living categories, the written submission must also provide details of how the entry meets the judging criteria.

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Should your entry be shortlisted, the judges use your photographs in their final deliberation and, if your entry wins an award, we will use the photographs in promotion of the awards to the media and across a range of official publications.

If you don’t have any professional photos of your project, don’t worry, we’ll take photos during their inspections. However, photographs taken by Master Builders will remain the property of Master Builders.

If you do supply professional photos they must be minimum size of 210 x 140mm at 300dpi (2480 x 1654px).

You should submit a variety of shots highlighting main features of the project including: • External shots – front entry, landscaping and any outdoor areas like pools, patios and decks • Internal shots – kitchens, bathrooms, bedrooms, living areas, media rooms, etc.

• Feature shots – any main features, such as balustrading, timber or steel work.

Housing & Construction Awards

Keep an eye out for some changes to categories in this year’s Awards.

For more information on entering and to download the entry form, visit Master Builders’ website at www.masterbuilders.asn.au/hcawards

We’ve taken the opportunity to refine our categories to better reflect the industry, and the kinds of houses and projects it produces. Check out the entry form on our website to see what category best suits you!

3. Ensure you have the photographer’s permission

5. Ensure your details are up-to-date

6. Ensure your entry form is completed correctly

Master Builders will not reproduce a copyrighted photograph without appropriate authorisation from the photographer or studio.

We validate the details on your entry form against those in our membership database and on the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) public register, so it’s important to ensure your details, including business name, trading name and licence number are up-to-date with Master Builders and the QBCC.

Take the time to carefully go through each section of the entry form, ensuring you have completed all the fields that are relevant to your entry. If your entry form is incomplete it may slow down the process of assessing your entry.

If you are supplying professional photographs, please complete the photographer authorisation on your entry form to give Master Builders permission to use the professional photographs.

4. Take advantage of the early bird rate Get your entry in early and take advantage of the early bird rate, which gives you $45 off the cost of each entry.

It’s also important to make sure your billing information is correct, as entries will only be accepted if billing information or a cheque is supplied.

As stipulated on the entry form, the name displayed on the award will be the licensee name and, if applicable, one recorded trading name (as per the QBCC public register). If you have more than one recorded trading name, Master Builders will contact you for clarification.

Once you have completed the form, take the time to run your eyes over it a second or third time, or get someone else from your business to take a look for you.

7. Make sure you have the owner/client’s permission to enter the project Before you submit your project for entry, ensure you have permission to do so from the owner, your client or your contractor. They will need to sign the owner authorisation section of the entry form, so if you don’t have their confirmed permission, your entry may not progress.

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Housing & Construction Awards

Success story Winning a Master Builders Housing & Construction Award is not only highly regarded within the industry, but also well recognised by the general public and the media.

Featuring more than 50 categories across housing and construction, the awards program caters for all types of businesses – from subcontractors to ‘mum-and-dad’ operators and large organisations.

It also gives members the opportunity to showcase their projects and achievements to the broader building and construction industry, as well as consumers.

We recently took the opportunity to speak with one of our 2014 award winning members, Christopher R Smith from the Sunshine Coast, who took home awards at a regional, state and national level, to ask how success in the Housing & Construction Awards has benefited his small business.

Why did you enter the 2014 Housing & Construction Awards?

How has winning an award benefited your business?

I entered the Awards as I saw it as a great way of getting recognised in the industry, and if I was fortunate enough to win an award it would be a great selling point for potential clients.

I work on word of mouth and don’t advertise as such, so to get my name out there as a national award winner will hopefully make for some busy years ahead.

What were your expectations when entering? Did you think you had a chance of winning?

I thought I might have a chance at local level, being such a unique house, but then to win a state award and go on to win at a national level was totally unexpected.

Do you believe there is value gained in entering the Awards?

Definitely – to be recognised by your peers and also to have it on your résumé when showing clients.

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Will you continue to enter the Awards in the future?

As long as I get the chance to build some amazing homes I will enter the Awards.

Would you recommend other members enter the Awards?

I would definitely recommend other members to enter the Awards as it is a great way of seeing what is going on in the industry. Master Builders members are at the forefront of the construction industry and it can also look great on the company résumé.

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Employment & wages

Changes to apprentice rates of pay In 2013 the Fair Work Commission handed down a decision that changed a range of apprentice conditions for Modern Award employers. The next stage of these transitional changes came into effect on 1 January 2015.

Does this affect me?

Changes from 1 January 2015 will only affect employers paying under the Modern Award and apprentices who commenced their apprenticeship on or after 1 January 2014.

Employers affected by this change are:

These changes will only apply to apprentices who commenced their apprenticeship from 1 January 2014.

Note – Some Modern Awards contain different relativities, please check your Master Builders Wage Circular to confirm the correct rate of pay.

No reduction in pay

• Constitutional Corporations (Pty Ltd) established on or after 27 March 2006; and

An existing employee must not suffer a reduction in their minimum rate of pay.

• Sole traders and Partnership established on or after 1 January 2010.

An employee who has worked full-time for an employer for at least six months, or for 12 months as a part-time or casual employee, before commencing an adult apprenticeship with the same employer, must not suffer a reduction in their minimum rate of pay.

Any apprentices engaged by an affected employer prior to 1 January 2014 will experience no change to their wage rates.

The changes

Wage Circulars

Wages The relativities for the majority of junior apprentices, from the first pay period commencing on or after 1 January 2015, will be amended as follows:

Year of apprenticeship

% of the standard rate (apprentices who have not completed year 12)

% of the standard rate (apprentices who have completed year 12)

50

55

1st year 2nd year

60

65

3rd year

75

75

4th year

90

90

Wage Circulars with current apprentice rates are now available on our website.

For more information, contact Master Builders on 3225 6407 or email workplacerelations@masterbuilders.asn.au

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The World Health Organisation (WHO) has identified that plumbing is a key public health issue of the present and future.

Certified materials and products are identifiable by the WaterMark trademark, which must be displayed on the material or product upon the granting of a WaterMark Certificate of Conformity and are listed on the WaterMark Product Database.

It is easy to dismiss this issue as one faced only by developing nations, but the “spread of disease can occur as easily in both developed and developing countries as a result of improper plumbing system design and maintenance”.

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• Every part of a plumbing or drainage installation must be constructed in an appropriate manner to achieve the requirements of the PCA, using materials and products that are fit for the purpose for which they are intended.

• A material or product that is listed on the Watermark Product Database and is marked in accordance with the WaterMark certification scheme is recognised by authorities having jurisdiction as being authorised for use in a plumbing or drainage installation.

This means anything installed in a plumbing or drainage system must meet the appropriate and required standards. This does not have any bearing on the importation or manufacture of products, but it does impact the installing plumber.

In a strange and difficult-to-understand twist, it is possible for people to import unapproved products, and it is possible to find such products for sale in Australia – this is not necessarily illegal. However it is illegal for non-approved products to be installed into a plumbing or drainage system.

If you are unsure about the certification of a particular product, visit www.abcb.gov.au.

Building & planning Karen Haworth – Manager Planning Services

Key changes to Logan Planning Scheme Changes in the new draft Planning Scheme are a result of feedback received from industry working groups and the public. The new Planning Scheme is expected to be adopted in early February 2015.

There have been 500 changes made to the new Planning Scheme, ranging from minor formatting and grammatical corrections, to key planning changes.

Key changes 1. Auxiliary unit (formally dual key) and secondary dwelling development Due to confusion, the definition in the new Planning Scheme for an auxiliary unit is referenced as a dual occupancy.

A dual occupancy (auxiliary unit) allows for separate households to occupy the main dwelling and subordinate dwelling. They can be attached or separated and can be rented out.

A secondary dwelling comes under the definition of a dwelling house.

The secondary dwelling allows for a family member to reside in the dwelling; it does not allow for it to be rented. (a) A secondary dwelling, or in the case of dual occupancy (auxiliary unit), the subordinate dwelling has a maximum gross floor area of:

2. Gross floor area (GFA) thresholds for retail and activities within a centre GFA threshold references have been removed from the centre zone and local plan tables of assessment and codes.

The centre size is now to be controlled through land use zoning, building height, boundary setbacks, car parking and landscaping. This will simplify the assessment process and avoid unnecessary regulation.

3. Rezoning Due to submissions and comments from the state government, a number of properties have been rezoned. These changes are due to a number of reasons, including change to the flood line, inconsistencies in the mapping and further information provided during the public display.

For assistance in accessing or interpreting any of these maps, please call the Logan City Council planning team on 3412 4247.

For more information, call Master Builders on 3225 6419 or email housing@masterbuilders.asn.au

(i) 70m2 if in the residential zone category and on a lot that is less than 1,000m2 in size; or (ii) 100m2 otherwise;

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Building & planning Tony Mitchell – Manager Building Services

New requirements for termite management The Australian Standards for termite management, AS 3660 Parts 1 and 3, have been revised and updated to reflect current needs and practices for termite management in new buildings and new building work.

Approved on behalf of the Council of Standards Australia on 18 September 2014, they were published on 5 November 2014 to replace the 2000 editions and are referenced in the National Construction Code (NCC).

They will provide builders, building designers, regulatory authorities, termite management system manufacturers and installers, and people requiring termite management systems, with methods of termite management for implementation during construction.

How does this apply in Queensland?

The NCC, with reference to these standards, will apply in Queensland when a primary building element of a Class 1 and 10 building is considered susceptible to termite attack.

Primary building element means: • A member of a building designed specially to take part of the building loads and includes roof, ceiling, floor, stairway or ramp and wall framing members, including bracing members designed for the specific purpose of acting as a brace to those members • Door jambs, window frames and reveals, architraves and skirtings.

Protecting the primary building elements is satisfied by installing a termite management system, as per AS 3660.1, with a design life of a least 50 years, as prescribed for Queensland conditions under the NCC. A termite management system need not comply with the 50 year design life requirement if it is easily and readily accessible for replenishment or replacement.

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Where a chemical is used as an external perimeter termite management system, it must be installed by excavating trenches, treating the exposed trench and backfilling the trench with treated material. The treated area must be covered by a concrete cover strip no less than 50mm thick and 300mm wide, measured from the external wall of the dwelling.

In Queensland at least two durable notices must be permanently fixed to the building in prominent locations, such as in a meter box and a kitchen cupboard or the like, indicating: • The method of termite risk management • The date of installation of the termite management measure • Where a chemical is used, its life expectancy as listed on the National Registration Authority label • The installer’s or manufacturer’s recommendations for the scope and frequency of future inspections for termite activity.

Termite management systems AS 3660.1:2014 Termite management, Part 1: New building work provides a range of options for termite management systems that can be implemented during the construction phase. It is primarily concerned with providing measures to reduce the risks of undetected subterranean termite attack on buildings Improving the design and construction of buildings to minimise termite damage is one

of several risk reduction measures available to building owners and occupiers. This Standard describes measures to deter termite attacks arising from concealed entry into a building.

The provided system options rely on a combination of partial measures to termite passages, combined with perimeter inspection zones so that when termites attack, evidence of their workings will occur in an area where they will be readily detected during regular inspections. Options are provided so that various approaches may be used either singly, or in combination, to provide an integrated termite management system.

A termite management system constructed in accordance with the Standard cannot prevent a termite attack. They may be bridged or breached and therefore require regular competent inspections and maintenance of the termite management system in order to protect the primary building elements.

Activities like turfing, paving and landscaping adjacent to the building can also compromise inspection zones. The system design at the completion of all works by contractors and property owners should ensure that sufficient dimensions remain without compromising the inspection zones.

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System and product assessment AS 3660.3:2014 Termite management, Part 3: Assessment criteria for termite management systems provides new requirements and pass/ fail criteria that will enable manufacturers and system proposers to assess their products and methods. AS 3660.3 offers a clear path for compliance with AS 3660.1.

The Standard provides manufacturers, suppliers, assessors and appraisers with the minimum criteria for termite management systems to be used in and around buildings where subterranean termites pose a risk.

This Standard is intended to be read in conjunction with the relevant mandatory requirements of the pesticides registrar and the NCC. Any proposed termite management systems required to satisfy the requirements of AS 3660.1 will need to be assessed in accordance with this Standard. Approval for such systems by appropriate authorities is dependent on demonstration of assessments that meet the conditions outlined in this Standard.

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Moving forward The revised Standards should now be referenced within the NCC. Termite management systems and their components that are not fully detailed within AS 3660.1 will not comply, unless tested and assessed in accordance with AS 3660.3 Copies of AS 3660.1:2014 Termite management, Part 1: New building work and AS 3660.3:2014 Termite management, Part 3: Assessment criteria for termite management systems can be purchased via SAI Global at infostore. saiglobal.com/store

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Health, safety & environment Stephanie Gaylard – Manager Workplace Health & Safety

What to expect in safety this year 2014 was a big year in safety, with Master Builders lobbying strongly on behalf of members on asbestos regulations and the review of the Federal Safety Commissioner Scheme. As an outcome of this, many changes came into effect from the beginning of 2015 that you need to be across.

Master Builders is also excited to be launching a range of new safety products this year that will assist members in saving time and money when it comes to completing safety paperwork.

Transitional provisions Following the release of the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 and Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 on 1 January 2012, transitional provisions and delayed commencement of certain provisions were included to provide a smooth transition to new requirements for business. Some of these transitional provisions came into effect on 1 January 2015 which include: Design registration of concrete booms From 1 January 2015, it is a requirement to have the design of concrete placement booms registered with Workplace Health and Safety Queensland.

Clearance certificates Prior to 1 January 2015, a clearance certificate issued at the completion of licenced removal work had to have been issued by an independent “competent person”. A competent person was defined as “someone who has acquired, through training, qualifications and experience, the knowledge and skills to carry out the task”.

From 1 January 2015, additional clarification of this definition has been provided and outlines that the person must have relevant asbestos industry experience and hold one of the following qualifications:

Following a recent review into the Federal Safety Commissioner Scheme, improvements to the scheme announced late last year also came into effect from 1 January 2015. Outlined below are some of the key improvements. The Office of the Federal Safety Commissioner is currently working with industry on additional improvements which will be implemented throughout 2015. A copy of the full report with improvements can be found on the Office of the Federal Safety Commissioner website.

• CPCCDE3014A Remove non-friable asbestos or CPCCDE3015A Remove friable asbestos

Increased financial thresholds

• Certification in CPCCBC5014A Conduct asbestos assessment associated with removal • A tertiary qualification in occupational health and safety, occupational hygiene, science, building, construction or environmental health.

B Class removal licences Bonded asbestos removal licences issued under the repealed WHS Regulation 2008 expired on 31 December 2014. As of 1 January 2015, persons who conduct a business or undertaking are required to obtain a new B Class asbestos removal licence, which is now a business licence, through Workplace Health and Safety Queensland.

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Review into the Federal Safety Commissioner Scheme

• For directly funded projects, the value of head contracts for building work has increased from $3 million to $4 million • The threshold at which Commonwealth contribution of funding requires the use of an accredited builder has increased from $5 million to $6 million.

Domestic housing • The requirement for Commonwealthfunded projects involving the construction of single-dwelling houses to be covered by the Scheme has been removed.

Removed the prerequisite for AS/NZS 4801:2001 • Companies seeking or maintaining their accreditation under the Scheme no longer need certification to Australian Standard AS4801.

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Joint venture arrangements • Unaccredited builders can now undertake Commonwealth-funded building work as a head contractor if they are in a joint venture with an accredited company and operate under the partner’s Scheme accredited systems.

Extending maximum period of accreditation • The maximum period for accreditation has been increased from three years to up to six years (depending on compliance history).

A targeted, risk-based compliance model • A move to a new risk-based compliance model will be introduced to better target audit resources to companies with a higher risk of non-compliance.

WHS Management Plan for Commercial and Multi-Residential Construction 2015 also brings the launch of our latest safety documentation product to be added to our existing list of documents available on eDocs.

The new WHS Management Plan for Commercial and Multi-Residential Construction has been developed to help builders meet their obligations under Queensland Government legislation, requiring Principal Contractors to complete this documentation for any works exceeding $250,000.

By using the Master Builders eDocs WHS Management Plan you will: • Have 24/7 access to your documents • Be able to easily and quickly distribute the completed plan to subcontractors and clients in ‘real time’ • Ensure you are using a compliant and upto-date plan • Save time by re-using information from previous plans to create new, similar plans

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Health, safety & environment Rachael Vickers – Workplace Health & Safety/Environment Advisor

WorkSafe Queensland the way forward Workplace Health and Safety Queensland, Q-Comp, Electrical Safety Office and Workcover have now merged under the banner of ‘WorkSafe Queensland’, following changes by the Queensland Government in the delivery of work, health and safety services, and return to work and rehabilitation services.

This means that there is now a one stop shop for all safety and rehabilitation needs for employers and employees across the state.

WorkSafe has launched a new website that enables customers to access a range of services online, including general information associated with keeping the workplace safe and managing the rehabilitation of workers.

An online combined incident notification and Workcover claim form has also been implemented to help reduce red tape and the need for the same information to be supplied to several departments.

Workplace Health and Safety Queensland (WHSQ) have also undergone a marked change recently, moving to provide employers with greater capacity to manage their own safety, with support from the department and inspectors.

Many businesses are now measuring safety with positive statistics, using leading indicators, such as training and culture surveys, rather than lag indicators, such as injury rates, to evaluate how they are managing safety. WHSQ is now also heading towards providing a more positive collaboration with businesses.

These changes to how WHSQ delivers its services will become apparent to members of the construction industry as more tools and information services are released. Ideally, these will help small to medium-sized businesses manage their safety. It will also include a collaborative approach from inspectors, whose goal it will be to share knowledge and help solve underlying issues, rather than issuing notices or prosecuting businesses. Businesses will still have their obligations as prescribed in WHS legislation and its associated codes.

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Construction is a high risk industry, with around 1 in 20 workers being affected by a workplace injury, and 1 in 50 suffering a serious injury.

With this in mind, some businesses will have more work to do in the future to identify where they need to make positive changes to comply with legislation and help prevent incidents occurring that may injure their workers.

However, in partnership with inspectors and other WHSQ staff and developed informational materials and forums, businesses will be able to develop frameworks and networks to help implement systems and activities to manage their safety obligations.

Members will benefit strongly from the new approach by the department and the new tools and programmes they are rolling out. Master Builders will also work closely with WHSQ to make them accessible to our members so they can provide best practice safety solutions for their businesses.

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Tradie’s corner

Shooting the breeze with Phil Phil Breeze is Master Builders’ Housing Services Manager and a registered builder. Since his appointment in 2001, he has assisted countless members in resolving issues of technical and/or contractual related matters.

Here are some common questions he gets from tradies: I’m doing some work for a friend of a friend on their home. Is a contract really necessary?

Yes. As well as being required for any residential work where the value is $3,300 or more, having a written contract is particularly important when completing work for friends or family. Written contracts give greater certainty about price and scope of work. Not having one in place can become a very costly mistake and cause disputes that could ruin relationships.

I don’t know enough about contracts but I need to use them. How do I learn more?

Master Builders offers advice to members on the most suitable contract to use for the kind of work you are completing. We’ll talk through the job you are about to undertake, advise which contract is suitable, and help you complete it.

We also run a number of training courses, which will help you understand how to correctly implement contracts within your business.

I’m trying to explain to my clients why DIY renovation is not a great idea. What should I tell them?

The best thing to tell your clients is that renovations aren’t as simple as they seem.

Builders and tradies understand the more complicated aspects of building requirements and the process of getting renovations approved.

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can save them time and money in the long run and give them the peace of mind that the work has a statutory warranty from the Queensland Building and Construction Commission.

Getting paid by a client can sometimes be a problem. Do you have any tips?

Some simple ways you can improve your chances of getting paid are to make sure you have the correct licence (if you don’t, you are not entitled to be paid), ensure contracts and variations are in writing and that you understand them before you sign them. It also helps to be as specific as possible with building specifications, use the Master Builders Holding Account to deposit money for safekeeping, submit progress payments on time, and be aware of legislation that can help ensure you get paid, like the Building and Construction Industry Payments Act 2004 (BCIPA).

I’ve got the opportunity to quote on some insurance work. Is there anything I should consider before entering into a contract?

You should be aware of a broad range of funding and technical issues that may apply when undertaking insurance repair work.

Some of the general questions you should always ask before entering into a contract are: • Who is the insurer of the premises?

• Has the work been inspected and assessed by an insurance loss assessor?

• Do the repairs require building approval?

• Is there an engineered design required for the repairs?

• Who will be providing a clearly defined scope of works for the repairs?

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• Is the approval for insurance repairs to proceed in writing?

• Is the approval given in writing for the value of the repairs?

• Will the insurer pay for the work, will the owner hold the funds or will the contractor be paid a lump sum?

• If only part of the work is covered by insurance, how will the balance of the repair work be paid for?

Master Builders recommends you get answers to all of these questions before starting on any insurance work.

Members

Building skills in Roma Master Builders member, Duff Builders, has won the tender to construct a family home with local apprentices, as part of an Apprentice Built House Training project.

L-R: Stephen Duff, Duff Builders discusses the Apprentice Built House Training projecting with Annie McGwinn, TAFE South West, Golden West Apprenticeships’ Russell Addison and Genaea Mitchell, Economic Development Queensland

The project will entail the construction of a three-bedroom house in Economic Development Queensland’s (EDQ) Clearview Rise master-planned community in Roma.

The project will be funded by EDQ. The project, which is expected to be completed mid-2015, will provide much needed trade skills in Roma, with two full-time and two schoolbased apprentices to be employed.

Golden West Apprenticeships will employ the apprentices and host them with Duff Builders, according to Golden West Apprenticeships’ Russell Addison.

“This project will provide a real shot in the arm for skills development in Roma,” Russell Addison said.

building skills are maximised, and also with TAFE South West to align training to the needs of the apprentices and project.”

Duff Builders Director, Stephen Duff, said he is looking forward to mentoring the apprentices.

“This is a great initiative for our town and I am so excited to be managing the construction of a house built by apprentices,” he explained.

“As a Roma local, I want to see our town grow and prosper. If we don’t provide these training opportunities locally, our youth will seek them out elsewhere.”

Golden West Apprenticeships is a government-recognised group training organisation that has been operating across the Darling Downs and southern and western Queensland for 26 years.

They provide businesses with a complete service for the recruitment and employment of apprentices and trainees and can be contacted on 1300 650 775.

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Fresh approach to customer service With a strong focus on customer service, new State Sales Manager, Jacquie Guy, is looking forward to bringing fresh ideas to the Master Builders team.

Members across Queensland now have a new contact to help them get the most out of their membership. Jacquie Guy brings with her a renewed focus on ensuring our members have access to the wide range of advice, services and products on offer, as well as growing Master Builders’ membership base to ensure our industry voice remains as strong as ever.

With over 17 years’ extensive sales management experience under her belt, Jacquie comes to us from News Corp Queensland, where she worked across the

retail and automotive sectors, and as the Advertising Manager for Brisbane News magazine.

Her strong multimedia background extends to state, local and regional press, radio, digital and social media, and she brings with her a key focus on leadership and team work.

“My aim is to lead and develop a strong sales team that is passionate about providing the very best customer service,” Jacquie explained.

“It’s vital that we don’t take on a one-sizefits-all approach when considering why new members join, but instead take the time to gain an understanding of our members’ needs and provide benefits around those needs.

“I’m also looking forward to being active alongside our Membership Development Executives to gain a greater insight into the different regions and the challenges our members face. This will allow us to also implement strategies and solutions that suit the differing regions across Queensland.”

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Display villages cement place in south east Queensland After a successful 2014, Master Builders is on track to feature a display village in all major growth corridors of the south east.

2014 was a big year, with a 40% growth in display village members and a strong focus on getting a range of new villages up and running.

The steady recovery of the building industry led to increased enquiry, making it a great year for developers and builders to invest in display villages.

The annual Display Village Lunch was held late last year at the Indooroopilly Golf Club and provided a great opportunity to thank members for their support during the year and to provide them an insight into what 2015 has in store.

New opportunities With continuing improvement in the residential building industry, Master Builders is working hard to bring members opportunities in all the south east Queensland growth corridors and in the top half of the state.

We are in discussions with major land developers and expect to be able to bring our members more good news within the next three months.

The Sunshine Coast will become our next big area of growth, following the securement of a new display village site. It has been three years since the “The Haven� at Peregian Beach closed, so this is an exciting opportunity for our members who are active on the Sunshine Coast.

Esperance moves forward in Thornlands The growing popularity of the Redlands area has created a fantastic opportunity for a display village in a prime location between two main roads in Thornlands.

Land contracts and display village operations agreements have been executed and building is due to commence by the second quarter of this year.

Ausbuild has been very proactive in advertising the Esperance Estate and have announced the display village is due to open later this year, with sales already tracking well.

Coomera Retreat takes pride of place on Gold Coast This QM Properties village will open in the second half of the year, with contracts and agreements recently issued.

With 26 homes on offer from 13 builders, this will be our biggest village and we expect it will enjoy outstanding success, following on from the previous successful Master Builders village in the estate.

Expressions of interest for a display village in the Park Lakes Estate, along with at least two other future villages will be sent out this year.

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Training & licensing

Supporting the industry’s future leaders Master Builders’ latest Building Leaders in Construction (BLC) class were recently honoured at a graduation ceremony in Brisbane, celebrating up-and-coming builders who demonstrate outstanding potential as future industry leaders.

Each student accepted into the Building Leaders in Construction program has been hand-picked by their employer as someone with exceptional skill and leadership, who has the makings of a future driver and leader in the building industry.

Queensland Building and Construction Commissioner, Steve Griffin, commended Master Builders’ BLC program.

“This program helps to future-proof our industry by providing the next generation of managers with excellent planning and leadership skills,” Mr Griffin said.

“I’m a big believer in professional development and the better equipped the leaders of tomorrow are, the happier employers, contractors and home owners will be.”

FKG Group’s Group Manager – Construction, Geoff Dunnett, is a current student mentor and a strong supporter of the program.

For any business to grow, it is important we consider our long-term plans and provide the tools for the leaders of the future,” Geoff said.

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“This is especially important for those employees working within small companies, who may not have the opportunity to learn from a range of leaders within their organisation. We need our people to be able to manage successful construction processes and lead teams to achieve the high standards we set for ourselves. The BLC course has given our people the knowledge, skills and self-belief to do just that.”

Since the course first began in 2012, FKG Group have consistently supported students throughout the program, with a firm belief that the industry’s future leaders should always be looking to improve.

“The students we have put through this course have learned a number of things, not the least of which is having a new understanding of what they are capable of. Qualities like working hard, striving for the highest possible standards, learning from mistakes, and asking questions are all things that are essential for a young person in this industry if they want to be successful and stand out as a future leader.”

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can learn how to provide motivation to their teams and confidently demonstrate the control required to deliver on every front of time, cost, quality and safety.

“To ensure longevity of any business, we must be prepared and should always consider succession planning. It benefits our business by providing the education and tools for our future leaders to help prepare them for the next step in their career. We nominate people for this course that we see potential in and fully expect that they will be the future leaders of our business and industry.”

The BLC program has been put together by key industry experts to ensure students have access to an interactive learning environment that has been specifically contextualised to the construction industry, with advice from mentors and sponsors available throughout the whole process.

“The format, content and delivery of the program has been excellent. We work hard to make this happen for our staff, by offering enough time

to attend sessions, digest the information, assimilate it into their own understandings of the industry, and then apply it in their everyday roles.

“We choose development opportunities very carefully at the FKG Group and this course is one that we do not hesitate to nominate people for every time it runs.”

Expressions of interest for the mid–2015 program are now open and Master Builders is encouraging tier-one and mid-tier building companies to nominate eligible employees for enrolment.

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Welcoming support to stop suicide In September 33 trekkers headed to the jungle of Papua New Guinea as part of the very first CSQ Kokoda Trek for Tradies. Setting out to raise $100,000 they not only conquered 96km of tough jungle terrain but ended up raising almost $150,000 for MATES in Construction.

“Thanks to CSQ’s initiative, Amanda, who is one of our most experienced Field Officers, will be now able to look after workers in Toowoomba, Lockyer Valley and Darling Downs,” he said.

“It has been an amazing effort by everyone involved – from CSQ who initiated the idea, to the trekkers themselves, their supporters and everyone in the industry, including employers, unions, superannuation and redundancy schemes who supported their fundraising initiatives and donated money to support the trekkers.”

There have been a number of deaths attributed to suicide in the Surat Basin in recent months and the industry is keen to see MATES’ work continue in the region.

L-R: Tony Ryder, Jorgen Gullestrup, Amanda Edwards and Grant Galvin at the launch.

Amanda Edwards, who has been working in the Surat Basin during the current LNG construction phase, will continue to support the LNG sites as they demobilise whilst she transitions to supporting the local industry.

MATES in Construction do important work to improve and support mental health and wellbeing for building and construction workers, and the money raised has allowed them to fund a Field Officer in the Toowoomba region.

At the end of last year, Master Builders was proud to play host as everyone welcomed this important new role to the region.

The new Field Officer, Amanda Edwards, will work closely with the local industry to provide the support they need, in a similar manner to MATES’ Field Officers in Far North and Central Queensland.

Master Builders’ Executive Director, Grant Galvin, who completed the trek himself, said MATES’ Field Officers save lives.

“They are the front line staff responsible for delivering the MATES program across our industry,” Grant commented.

“What I learnt from the Kokoda Trek is that just knowing you’re not on your own is a huge help when you’re struggling, whether it’s on the trek or with issues going on in your life in general.”

MATES in Construction CEO, Jorgen Gullestrup, said the money raised will allow MATES to keep working in the region.

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L-R: Master Builders’ Ralf Dutton, Grant Galvin, Malcolm Hull and Martin Brooke supporting MATES on the Kokoda Trek.

Events

Roadshow is back!

We’re excited to be bringing Master Builders BUSSQ Roadshow back in 2015. This year’s event will give you the opportunity to get excited about what’s happening in your region, have your say on important local issues and find out what Master Builders is doing to help.

Master Builders will travel the state in May, talking about the outlook for the building and construction industry over the next few years.

At this open forum you’ll hear from experts about local issues, learn how to maximise your membership with Master Builders and gain useful insight into how you can grow your business.

A range of exhibitors will also be on hand showcasing the latest information and products on the market.

If you have a product or service that you’re interested in exhibiting at Roadshow, phone Christine Blannin on 3225 6435.

Region

Venue

Date

Gold Coast

Southport Sharks Football Club, Southport

Tuesday, 5 May

Downs & Western

City Golf Club, Toowoomba

Thursday, 7 May

Sunshine Coast

Maroochy RSL, Maroochydore

Tuesday, 12 May

Burnett Wide Bay

Beach House Hotel, Scarness

Wednesday, 13 May

Burnett Wide Bay

Brothers Sports Club, Bundaberg

Thursday, 14 May

Central Queensland

Rockhampton Leagues Club, Allenstown

Tuesday, 19 May

Mackay & Whitsunday

Magpies Sporting Club, Mackay

Wednesday, 20 May

North Queensland

Townsville RSL, Hermit Park

Thursday, 21 May

Far North Queensland

Shangri-La Hotel, Cairns

Friday, 22 May

Don’t miss this exciting event!

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Health & wellbeing

Cancer Council Queensland’s Free Healthy Workplace Program: QUEST

Being overweight or obese is linked to a range of health problems, including some cancers. Cancer Council Queensland acknowledges that it can be hard to make healthy changes especially if you lead a busy life and work long hours.

It is important to remember that small changes can make a big difference. Eating a healthy diet and limiting sugary, fatty and salty food and drinks can help reduce your risk of preventable cancers.

The following tips and hints can help you overcome some common challenges.

I don’t have time to prepare healthy meals

I think healthy eating is expensive • Stick to a meal plan and grocery list to reduce impulse buying at the supermarket • Choose meals that use basic ingredients, such as fruit, vegetables, wholegrain pasta and rice so you can take advantage of bulk prices.

Stock up on these items and add small amounts of more expensive ingredients such as fish, lean meat and dairy • Meals like spaghetti bolognaise or chicken burritos are low cost, quick and easy and can be made healthier by adding grated vegetables and low fat cheese.

• Use pre-prepared food items such as pre-cut lean meat and vegetables to reduce cooking time

I don’t enjoy the taste of healthy foods

• Cookbooks and websites can give you great ideas for time saving recipes

• Rather than eating vegetables on their own, add them to dishes such as stir-fry, curry and casseroles

• Use leftovers for lunch the next day.

• Use herbs and spices to boost flavour.

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Alcohol is a big part of my social life

How can QUEST benefit my workplace?

• Drinking alcohol can increase your risk of several cancers. Cancer Council Queensland recommends to limit your consumption of alcohol

• QUEST can help meet your obligations under the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 to manage known occupational risks and hazards (e.g. UV radiation, second hand smoke)

• Opt for an alcohol free month or alternate alcoholic drinks with nonalcohol options.

Why are fruit and vegetables important?

• QUEST can help provide favourable outcomes for both employers and employees, such as improved performance, productivity, corporate image, employee relations, reduced absenteeism and injury

• Fruit and vegetables are low in kilojoules, high in fibre and contain important vitamins, minerals and antioxidants

• QUEST provides access to expert advice and evidence-based practice

• Eating plenty of fruit and vegetables may help reduce the risk of developing cancers of the mouth, throat, oesophagus, stomach, bowel and lung.

• QUEST contributes to the health and wellbeing of your employees and the community

Workplaces have an important role to play in supporting these healthy behaviours. The QUEST website provides a variety of tools, resources, posters, tips and hints and policy templates to support workplaces to make the healthy choice the easy choice.

• QUEST allows your workplace to be recognised as a leader in cancer prevention in Queensland.

For more information or to register online visit www.quest.org.au

EVEN BIGGER BANG FOR BUCK WITH YOUR CALTEX STARCARD Master Builders’ members can now save 3.5¢ p/ltr off unleaded fuel and 4¢ p/ltr off diesel fuel with their Caltex StarCard.

Further benets include: • Reduced paperwork with easy to read ATO approved invoices

• Online tracking of vehicle spending and maintenance

• Access to over 2,000 participating fuel outlets Australia-wide

• PIN security and odometer reading on every card

• More control over the purchases allowed on each card

• Access to Caltex Customer Support Centre for lost/stolen cards • Option for roadside assistance • Direct debit payments and 51 days interest-free credit Cards start at just $2.20 each per month.

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Health & wellbeing

New drug fights leukaemia in pre-clinical trials For many patients with an aggressive type of leukaemia, treatment options are limited and relapse is often a devastating setback.

About 900 Australians of all ages are diagnosed with acute myeloid leukaemia (AML) each year, with those over 60 most likely to be affected.

Scientists at QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute have now identified a new treatment approach that could offer hope to AML patients around the world.

In pre-clinical trials at QIMR Berghofer’s Translational Leukaemia Research Laboratory, the drug imetelstat has been found to be highly effective against human leukaemia cells.

Dr Steven Lane and cancer biologist Claudia Bruedigam tested the drug against human leukaemia models and found that it killed or impaired progression of the disease.

The QIMR Berghofer team also found that imetelstat delayed or prevented relapse of AML following chemotherapy.

Dr Lane said the drug has potential for use in addition to chemotherapy, or as an alternative treatment particularly in elderly patients.

“With AML, the first group of patients we want to help is those patients who can’t have normal treatment, so can’t have chemotherapy,” Dr Lane said.

“That really includes elderly patients or patients who have already tried another type of treatment and the disease had returned.

Average survival of elderly patients with AML is only a few months in most situations.

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QIMR Berghofer is in talks with the United States company developing the drug about plans to start a clinical trial for AML patients in Brisbane, hopefully within the next 12 to 18 months.

As clinical trials of imetelstat are already underway for a number of blood cancers including myelofibrosis, Dr Lane said it should be straight forward to start clinical trials in AML. Results of the pre-clinical trials have been published in the medical research journal Cell Stem Cell.

The research has been funded by the Leukaemia Foundation, Cancer Australia and Cure Cancer Australia.

Master Builders office locations BRISBANE 417 Wickham Terrace Brisbane, QLD 4000 Ph: 3225 6444 Fax: 3225 6545 ask@masterbuilders.asn.au www.masterbuilders.asn.au GOLD COAST John Duncalfe Regional Manager Master Builders House 18 Central Park Ave Ashmore, QLD 4214 Ph: 5582 7100 Fax 5597 7044 DOWNS & WESTERN Tony Ryder Regional Manager 166 Hume Street Toowoomba, QLD 4350 Ph: 4659 4200 Fax: 4641 7854

SUNSHINE COAST Michael Hopkins Regional Manager Level 1, 91 King Street PO Box 1458 Buderim, QLD 4556 Ph: 5456 9800 Fax: 5453 4670

MACKAY & WHITSUNDAY Malcolm Hull Regional Manager Suite 2, 40 Evans Avenue PO Box 3188 North Mackay, QLD 4740 Ph: 4969 4500 Fax: 4829 4184

BURNETT WIDE BAY Michael Hopkins Regional Manager 162 Boat Harbour Drive Hervey Bay, QLD 4655 Ph: 4303 2400 Fax: 4124 7235

NORTH QUEENSLAND Melissa Coulter Regional Manager Master Builders House Unit 1(B), 316 Sturt Street Townsville, QLD 4810 Ph: 4417 1800 Fax: 4422 0094

CENTRAL QUEENSLAND Dennis Bryant Regional Manager 35 Derby Street PO Box 631 Rockhampton, QLD 4700 Ph: 4923 1900 Fax: 4921 3235

FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND Ron Bannah Regional Manager 310–314 Gatton Street Manunda, QLD 4870 PO Box 806, Earlville, QLD 4870 Ph: 4042 8800 Fax: 4041 7663

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Member benefits

So much more than pens and paper!

One convenient location for all your needs, on site, on the go and in the office.

Plus exclusive savings, just for Master Builders.

While you’re building the dreams of others, you’re also building your own business. So it’s good to know that you can get all the products and solutions you need to keep your business running cost effectively, conveniently and delivered just when you need them.

Whether you’re on-site, on the go, in your office or even working at home, OfficeMax have got all the products you need to keep things ticking over, including many you probably didn’t even know they sold.

It could be sun protection, PPE or a first aid kit for those minor scrapes for a day on the site. Or, back at the office, it could be essentials like your stationery, toners or kitchen and bathroom supplies.

You’ll also enjoy free delivery on orders over $50.

To access exclusive pricing today, visit our website at www.masterbuilders.asn.au/officemax

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Even better, as a Master Builders member you’ll benefit from specially negotiated pricing across a vast range of products, including: • Stationery supplies • Kitchen and catering products • Cleaning and janitorial products • Furniture • First aid and medical goods • Ink and toner • Technology, including Apple products • Filing and presentation products • Print and promotional goods • Uniforms • Personal Protection Equipment

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Member benefits

Drive away with Europcar Hiring a car has never been easier, thanks to exclusive discounts for members of Master Builders.

Members now have access to very competitive corporate hire car rates through our partner Europcar, for selected commercial vehicles, to meet your business needs.

Europcar is one of the world’s largest car rental companies and continues to grow, with new locations opening regularly.

With an extensive range of passenger and commercial vehicles, Europcar has more than 150 locations across Australia and New Zealand, and offers the youngest and highest quality fleet.

Their extensive car hire station network includes major airports and cities throughout Australia, making it easy to find a convenient Europcar location near you.

Member exclusive rates include heavily discounted Damage Liability Fees and are available year round at all Europcar locations.

To make use of this special offer, visit our website at www.masterbuilders.asn.au/europcar

Vehicle discounts available!

If you’re a Master Builders member and purchasing a work vehicle, don’t forget we have a special offer through A.P. Eagers. Gold Coast member, Garry Eccleston of Genesis Homes Qld, recently took delivery of his new Holden Colorado and was pretty stoked with the discount he received, just for being a Master Builders member!

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Refer a mate and save $250!

Start the year off on the right foot by referring a mate for membership.

For every successful referral you make (up to the value of your membership), we’ll give you $250 off your fee.

It’s easy. Simply tell us about a mate or work mate who might be interested in becoming a Master Builders member and we’ll give them a call. If they join, you’ll get $250 off your next membership renewal.

We rely on strength in numbers to represent your interests. The stronger our membership, the louder our voice.

Help boost Master Builders membership to ensure we maintain our strong industry voice.

Email us your referral to membership@masterbuilders.asn.au or call 1300 30 50 10.

Terms and conditions apply. Visit www. masterbuilders.asn.au/memberbenefits to learn more.

How does it work?

Master Builders will credit AUD$250 towards the Referrer’s next year’s Master Builders membership, for simply referring an individual or company that results in a new Master Builders membership. This new membership must be valid for a minimum of one year.

The AUD$250 will be credited to the Referrer’s Master Builders account on the next renewal date.

Referral rewards are limited to the value of the Referrer’s Master Builders membership fee – but in theory, if you have enough successful referrals, you could reduce your membership fee to $0!

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Member benefits With over 130 years’ experience delivering solutions to both commercial and residential builders, and trade contractors across Queensland, Master Builders uses its collective buying power to benefit all members. Put simply, we work to save you time and money wherever and however we can!

Our current member benefits have been selected to help improve the bottom line of your business or most important asset, you!

Rental vehicles Get to your next job for less with Europcar! Take advantage of corporate rates and discounted damage liability fees for commercial vehicles, or receive 15%* off the best retail rate of the day for all passenger vehicles. *2 day minimum booking, school holidays excluded, standard retail Damage Liability Fees apply.

Mobile, landline & internet Save money on a wide range of mobile, landline and internet products with Telstra’s 4G and 3G-enabled coverage – meaning greater reliability and faster speeds in more places, so you and your workers are in range and contactable more often than not!

Motor vehicles Get further faster and let us take care of all your motor vehicle needs – sourcing, purchasing, finance, maintenance, servicing and fuel. Fleet discounts are also offered! You name it, we’ve got it covered.

Health insurance Get a better deal with Master Builders and Medibank Corporate Health. Receive 8.3% off health cover for you and your staff. Medibank offers tailored packages for better health at every stage of life. Plus, gain access to a 24/7 health advice line to meet your busy lifestyle. Make the better choice today.

Tyres Beaurepaires offers members 15% off Goodyear and Dunlop passenger, 4WD or light truck tyres*. Race onto our member benefits web page to receive this podium deal.

Fuel card Get more bang for your buck with a Caltex StarCard. Members can save more than 50% off the monthly fee on StarCard plus 3.5¢/L off the pump price for unleaded fuel and 4¢/L off the pump price for diesel. Plus you will be posted an ATO compliant tax invoice for your convenience.

Stationery & office needs Stock up on all your stationery and office needs with OfficeMax. Get great discounts on essential stationery items plus 7.5% on IT consumables, business machines, furniture and technology, and much more. Go to our member benefits web page to order today and have it delivered in 1–3 business days*.

Workwear Get into the latest ‘kit’ with Totally WorkWear (TWW). Exclusive vouchers are available to members offering a fantastic 15% discount on Hard Yakka, Stubbies and King Gee clothing, and Oliver steel cap boots. Vouchers will be distributed to members twice a year, but call us if you would like any more!

Equipment hire Kennards Hire is offering new and existing members who open an account at least 10% discount on equipment hire. Plus, all members will have the opportunity to take advantage of other great exclusive promotional offers.

Use the latest equipment with Kennards Hire.

Go to masterbuilders.asn.au/member-benefits or call 1300 30 50 10 for more.

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BUSSQ takes privacy seriously You may have heard about the allegations that have been made against CBUS recently about sharing members’ personal information and breaching privacy laws. Rest assured, BUSSQ takes the privacy of members’ personal information very seriously.

BUSSQ continually reviews their practices and Privacy Policy to ensure they are up to date with Australian Privacy Principles and modern business practices.

They also recently conducted a Privacy Audit to look at how they can continue to strengthen their procedures to ensure they are delivering best practice.

BUSSQ has had questions about how they use and manage their members’ information.

To see full details, read the recently updated Privacy Policy on their website. It outlines how BUSSQ members’ and employers’ information is collected, used, handled and shared. As is common practice, this policy applies to the data already held, plus any data collected in the future.

While BUSSQ has a responsibility to their members to ensure that they receive the benefits that they are entitled to, BUSSQ also believes they have an important role to play within the industry to make sure that employers that don’t pay superannuation for their employees don’t get an unfair advantage over other employers that do the right thing.

BUSSQ has a robust and legally approved arrears process that is followed to ensure their members get paid the super contributions they are entitled to. As part of this process, members’ personal details are not disclosed to sponsoring organisations unless BUSSQ have their express authority.

BUSSQ members can feel confident knowing that at BUSSQ they’re committed to privacy and the security of members’ and employers’ information.

If you have any questions please call BUSSQ on 1800 MY BUSSQ (1800 692 877) and speak to the BUSSQ Privacy Officer.

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People & EVENTS

People & EVENTS

GOLD COAST Race Day A crowd of 200 saddled up for a day of fun and laughs at the recent Master Builders Gold Coast Race Day at the Turf Club.

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BRISBANE Smoko Our 2014 Brisbane Smoko may have copped a little wild weather, but that didn’t stop us from enjoying a burger, beers and a delicious sausage sizzle from BUSSQ. Big thanks to Hanson, AP Eagers, Blackwoods and Alcolizer Technology for making the event possible, and for our members who braved the torrential rain!

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COMMITTEE Lunch Our annual Committee Christmas Lunch, held in December 2014, was our way to thank our committee members for their ongoing commitment and valued contribution to Master Builders over the last year. Their input has been vital in maintaining strong policy outcomes for our industry.

TOWNSVILLE Christmas Party What great fun we had at our North Queensland Christmas Party last year! 60 Townsville members rocked up to show us their stuff on the bowling green, and the food and prizes went down a treat!

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What’s on - training & events Courses in March Date

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Course Testing & Tagging (Mackay & Whitsunday)

Courses in April Date

1

Business Management (Sunshine Coast)

5

Asbestos Awareness (North Queensland) Residential Building Inspectors Course (Central Queensland) Business Management (Sunshine Coast)

6

Residential Building Inspectors Course (Central Queensland)

10

Introduction to Building Contracts (Mackay & Whitsunday)

11

Business Management (Brisbane)

Asbestos Awareness (Mackay & Whitsunday)

13 Business Management (North Queensland & Brisbane) Master Tradies Course (Gold Coast) Asbestos Worker Program (Downs & Western)

9

Asbestos Worker Program (Downs & Western)

12

Life Cycle Costing for Residential Building (Brisbane) Life Cycle Costing for Residential Building (Brisbane)

Residential Building Inspectors (Downs & Western)

16

Testing & Tagging (Brisbane and North Queensland)

17

Business Management (Gold Coast & Mackay & Whitsunday)

15

Small Business Foundations (Sunshine Coast) General Safety Induction (Brisbane) Testing & Tagging (Brisbane) Introduction to Building Contracts (Sunshine Coast)

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Residential Building Inspectors Course (Gold Coast) Residential Building Inspectors Course (Gold Coast)

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Testing & Tagging (Central Queensland)

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Asbestos Awareness (Brisbane)

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Negotiation Skills for Supervisors (Mackay & Whitsunday) Practical Communication Skills (North Queensland and Central Queensland)

Business Management (Gold Coast & Mackay & Whitsunday)

14

Business Management (Sunshine Coast) Business Management (Sunshine Coast, Gold Coast and Far North Queensland)

Conflict Resolution for Supervisors (Brisbane)

19

Residential Building Inspectors (Downs & Western)

Asbestos Awareness (Sunshine Coast)

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General Safety Induction (Brisbane)

14

Introduction to Building Contracts (North Queensland)

13

Asbestos Awareness (Far North Queensland) Business Management (Brisbane)

Business Management (North Queensland & Brisbane)

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Business Management (Gold Coast and Far North Queensland)

Residential Building Inspectors (Brisbane) Practical Communication Skills (Downs & Western)

Residential Building Inspectors (Brisbane) Business Management (Central Queensland) Practical Communication Skills (Gold Coast) Business Management (Central Queensland) Practical Communication Skills (Brisbane) Asbestos Awareness (Brisbane)

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Practical Communication Skills (Far North Queensland)

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Asbestos Worker Program (Central Queensland)

What’s new Events in March Date

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Event Atherton Industry Update Brisbane North Industry Update

3

Hervey Bay Industry Update Cairns Industry Update

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Mission Beach Industry Update Burdekin Industry Update Townsville Industry Update Innisfail Industry Update

10

Ipswich Welcome Evening

11

Sunshine Coast Industry Update

12

Business Partner Dinner (Central Queensland)

13

Master Builders Brisbane BUSSQ Golf Day

17

IBC Information Evening (Brisbane)

19

Charters Towers Industry Update

24

Brisbane North Welcome Evening

27

Master Builders Burnett Wide Bay

Economic Breakfast (Gold Coast) BUSSQ Golf Day

Events in April Date

Event Gold Coast Industry Update

13

Mackay Industry Update and Business Partners Dinner

14

Airlie Beach Industry Update

17

Hervey Bay Master Builders BUSSQ Golf Day

20

Beaudesert Industry Update

23

Industry Leaders Lunch (Brisbane)

28

Women in Building (Central Queensland)

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HOW TO GEN-U-WIN. If your customer wins you could win – it’s that simple! When your homeowner customer purchases any genuine COLORBOND® steel product valued at $1,500 or more (excluding installation) they could be eligible to enter the promotion and win. If your eligible homeowner customer wins the major prize of $150,000 and has nominated you as their supplier or installer you could win a cash prize of $100,000 as long as you are eligible and have registered.* Similarly, if they win a fortnightly cash prize of $2,000 and have nominated you and you have registered and are eligible, you could also win a cash prize of $2,000.* To claim your prize you must have registered at COLORBOND.COM/GENUWIN prior to the draw.* Homeowner entry starts on 1 October 2014 with the first of the 15 fortnightly draws on Wednesday, 15 October 2014. The promotion closes on 1 May 2015 with the major prize draw on Friday, 8 May 2015. Trade registrations open 1 September 2014. Homeowner purchases from 1 January 2014 until 1 May 2015 are eligible for entry.

YOU CAN MAKE THE GEN-U-WIN PROMOTION WORK FOR YOU IN 3 EASY STEPS. 1. Register now at COLORBOND.COM/GENUWIN 2. Look out for the GEN-U-WIN trade flyer which has further information 3. Hand out the GEN-U-WIN homeowner flyer to all your homeowner customers and encourage them to enter. If your homeowner customer wins you could win! You can order more flyers online at COLORBOND.COM/GENUWIN.

WIN more customers with genuine COLORBOND® steel. *Supplier/Installer registration opened 1/9/14 & ends 11.59pm AEST 1/5/15. Trade entry open to Aust. residents 18+ who are an employee, owner or contractor of a business that supplies and/or installs genuine COLORBOND® steel products in Australia, excl. businesses which are owned by the Promoter other than businesses that are a franchisee of the Promoter. Must have permission from your supplier/installer business owner to enter. See full terms and conditions for details on whom each prize is awarded. In some cases, a prize may be awarded to a person other than that specified on the registration form due to a supplier/installer business’s internal policy. Remind consumers to whom you sell COLORBOND® steel products from 1/1/14–1/5/15 to retain their purchase receipt for verification purposes. Limitations: Max 1 entry form submission per person. Limit 1 Market Research Survey completion per person. Max 1 scratch card per eligible supplier/installer. Draws – Draws at 11am, B6, 41-43 Bourke Rd, Alexandria, NSW 2015. Minor Prize Draws: 15/10/14, 29/10/14, 12/11/14, 26/11/14, 10/12/14, 24/12/14, 7/1/15, 21/1/15, 4/2/15, 18/2/15, 4/3/15, 18/3/15, 1/4/15, 15/4/15 & 6/5/15. Survey Prize Draw & Major Prize Draw: 8/5/15. Minor Prizes (per Minor Draw): $2,000 for consumer winner, $2,000 for pre-regist. supplier/installer nominated by consumer winner & $2,000 for supplier/installer’s nominated COLORBOND® steel distributor/supplier. Survey Prize: $2,000. Major Prize: $150,000 for consumer winner & $100,000 for pre-regist. supplier/installer nominated by consumer winner. Scratch & Win Prizes (for eligible suppliers/installers only): 430 x $25 Coles Myer Gift Card; 15 x Apple iPad Mini 16GB Wi-Fi ($350ea). Apple Inc. is not a participant or sponsor of this promotion. Minor, Survey and Major prize winners published at www.colorbond.com/genuwin & in The Australian within 10 business days of draw. Promoter: BlueScope Steel Ltd (ABN 16 000 011 058), L11/120 Collins St, Melbourne, VIC 3000. Permit No’s: NSW LTPS 14/05439, ACT TP14/02417, VIC 14/4619, SA T14/1247. Full Terms & Conditions, incl. full eligibility & entry details at www.colorbond.com/genuwin. 1. Warranty subject to application and eligibility criteria. For full warranty terms and conditions and to determine the eligibility of your building for the warranty visit www.bluescopesteel.com.au/warranties or call BlueScope on 1800 800 789. 2. Thermatech® technology is not available in the colour Night Sky® and is not available in COLORBOND® Stainless steel. COLORBOND®, Thermatech®, Night Sky®, BlueScope and the BlueScope brand mark are registered trademarks of BlueScope Steel Limited. Activate™ is a trademark of BlueScope Steel Limited©. 2014 BlueScope Steel Limited ABN 16 000 011 058.

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