Master Builder magazine – July - September 2020

July - September 2020

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INSPIRING WINNERS

Quality and cutting-edge construction on show at the Master Builders 2020 Housing & Construction Awards

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Be inspired to take your business brand to the next level with our special feature, including profiles, expert advice and tips on the latest tech to give you the edge.

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President’s Message: Make your vote count at the Queensland election

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CEO Message: Continuing to lobby for our industry during COVID-19

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Paul Bidwell: Beyond COVID into 2021

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In the Loop

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Regional Profile: Central Queensland

POINT OF DIFFERENCE

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Taking an engaging approach is at the heart of this successful construction business, where boosting a project to the next level is an exciting prospect.

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Corella's cutting edge

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Building your business brand

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The Gray way

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The latest marketing apps

SERVICES & ADVICE SECURE YOUR FUTURE

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As COVID-19 continues to bite, find out what strategies you can use to help secure your place in what's sure to become a more competitive future for our industry.

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Ask our Experts

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2020 Annual Wage Review

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Masonry walls: preventing falls

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Understanding insurance risks when quoting and visiting sites

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Calling all NZ-licensed builders

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Tradie Profile: Jason Weston

MEMBERS CORNER BEACHSIDE BEAUTY

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Drawing inspiration from the Greek Islands, Mexico, Spain and Palm Springs, this Burleigh Beach home also celebrates its stunning local vistas by bringing the outdoors in.

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Member Profile: PJH Constructions: Bajo El Sol, Burleigh Beach

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Sponsor Profiles

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The Real Deal - Member discounts

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WHAT'S ON

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HOUSING & CONSTRUCTION AWARDS 2020 WINNERS After being overwhelmed with the quality and sheer number of entries, we celebrate this year's stellar group of Awards recipients.

Published by MASTER BUILDERS QUEENSLAND 417 Wickham Terrace, Brisbane, Queensland, 4000 Phone: (07) 3225 6444 Web: mbqld.com.au Editor: Melissa Seiler editorial@mbqld.com.au Graphic design: Ben Miller

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Master Builders 2020 Housing & Construction Awards Winners

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Our kids' Lego competition winner

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Events Calendar & Social Scene

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Training Profile: Lawrence Reys

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No ordinary election

IDENT AS THE QUEENSLAND ELECTION LOOMS, WE KNOW THIS WON’T BE LIKE ANY POLL WE’VE SEEN BEFORE. WE’LL BE CAMPAIGNING STRONGLY FOR THE INDUSTRY AND OUR MESSAGE WILL BE CLEAR: MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD BY VOTING FOR A CANDIDATE WHO BACKS CONSTRUCTION. In the current environment of uncertainty, we believe now is the time to stand up for our industry and be clear on our message for all sides of politics. If the government is serious about building and construction supporting Queensland during the post-COVID economic recovery, they need to stop burdening us with unnecessary rules and regulations and let us get on with what we do best.

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While we know the detail of our policy priorities can get intense, our campaign message is going to be simple. We need a government who understands us, but more importantly, knows why it’s vital they support us by driving construction activity, scrapping impractical processes and regulations that tie us up unnecessarily, and introducing fair and balanced regulation.

For voters, we’ll be urging them to make sure their party or candidate of choice clearly understands the importance of the industry and the policy changes that are needed to keep us running.

STAND UP AND BE COUNTED! Look out for our campaign that will commence in early September. We’ll be

providing you with the tools to get involved and support the industry wherever you are in Queensland.

To really make a difference, we need you to get active and get involved. For our campaign to be successful, we need you to be our ‘voice on the ground’ and help us to lobby for the issues that matter most to you, in your area.

We’ll give you an election pack that will help you really get behind our campaign. We want you to do your bit by getting in touch with your local MP, share our cause on social media and generally tell everyone who will listen why our industry matters so much.

We know that when construction stops, Queensland stops. Our goal is to keep construction moving, so we keep Queensland moving. mbqld.com.au/election2020

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Building approvals tell the story of the impact of COVID-19, with the May and June figures demonstrating the nosedive for new home construction, prior to the announcement 6 | Master Builder

of federal and state government stimulus packages.

announced so far will soften the impact – but our work is not finished yet.

However, in promising news, early indications and enquiry levels are telling us of an extraordinary response to the $25,000 HomeBuilder grant and the Queensland Government’s $5,000 regional home building boost grant (an initiative we have been lobbying strongly for since 2018).

The commercial sector continues to suffer, with approvals dropping substantially during May and June. As we go to print, commercial builders are still waiting for the Queensland Government to announce the 2020/2021 program of government building work.

Enquiry numbers, display village visitor traffic and an initial lift in land sales and housing contracts signed are all pointing to the positive impact these stimulus measures are having, particularly in the residential market.

These early indicators are making us confident that the stimulus measures

A focus on increased government expenditure and understanding the pipeline are going to be vital for this sector of the industry over the next 12 months.

Spending more on government buildings and injecting some confidence will support an industry that we know is currently running on empty.

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The majority of Queensland’s housing sector is enjoying boom times; a direct result of the federal government’s $25k HomeBuilder Grant, helped along by the Queensland Government’s $5k regional grant for new builds, and generally increased demand for renovation work.

It’s a very different story for the commercial sector, who are hanging on by their fingernails as building activity drops. At best, commercial builders and trade contractors have a pipeline of work that will take them into 2021.

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WHAT DOES 2021 LOOK LIKE?

prices will be a knock-on effect to new construction.

If the housing stimulus works as well as it appears to be, builders and tradies in the residential sector will be busy in the run-up to Christmas right through to the back half of 2021.

More broadly, the big demand drivers for our industry are population growth and consumer spending. We’re predicting these numbers will remain flat in 2021 as a direct result of COVID-19.

Right now, we’re hearing concerns from financiers and builders about the number of house and land contracts that are likely to fall over because the HomeBuilder Grant won’t be considered as part of a bank’s loan application. It remains to be seen whether this puts a dent in the number of new homes that are built.

For the commercial sector, without some serious spending from state and federal governments, there’s a world of pain looming in 2021. And beyond October 2021 and without further stimulus measures, it’s not looking promising for the housing sector either.

contractors, big and small.

There are lots of issues that will play out in 2021. At some point the banks will push clients to start making loan repayments, which could result in a flood of homes coming on to the market. The likely impact on house

It’s impossible for anyone to plan their business in the face of such uncertainty, let alone grapple with the impact of another wave of coronavirus.

Our approach: Take it one battle at a time.

2021 will be a long year.

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New dwelling commencements are expected to plunge as low as 21,000 by this time next year – a level not seen since 1987 when interest rates were sky high and we were on the verge of a recession.

The construction industry has the most people registered for JobKeeper (350,000) but has fared much better than most other industries in terms of job cuts (down 3.9%) and pay reductions (down 2.1%) since March when COVID-19 first hit.

Non-residential construction is expected to reach its lowest point in 2023–24, bottoming out at $5.6 billion – that’s close to a 40% drop on the 2019 total.

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Over 11,000 Queenslanders have registered an interest in the $25,000 HomeBuilder grant. This is more than any other state.

Building approvals show that regional Queensland (CQ up 29% and NQ up 26%) and renovations are two areas where new work is still growing (up 8.9%).

LATESTBlog WHILE WE DON’T KNOW FOR SURE WHAT A POST-COVID-19 WORLD IS GOING TO LOOK LIKE, WE’RE STARTING TO GET A PICTURE OF WHAT HOME BUYERS AND HOMEOWNERS ARE LOOKING FOR IN A POST-PANDEMIC WORLD.

The way we live, work, and socialise has changed. We’re spending more time at home, and less time out and about. We’re embracing the staycation and are finding new and innovative ways to make use of our space.

With all this extra time to consider changes, many have finally made a start on those renovations they’ve been holding off on.

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reno space are reporting that they’re busier than ever.

Whether people are staying put, or looking for somewhere new or bigger, there’s definitely an upward trend in people searching for particular features when it comes to the perfect abode.

Data from realestate.com.au shows a significant jump in work-from-home-related property features during the pandemic.

Families are searching for more space for children’s study desks and for office setups, which could see demand increase for bigger bedrooms. Across Australia, outdoor space was also a top priority.

Two living areas is another feature in hot demand. The desire for kids’ living areas separate from the parents’ retreat shows a need for independent spaces in family homes.

Queenslander buyers and renovators are seeking broadband capability, a garden, an outdoor space, a balcony and a study. All of these may lead our industry to rethink priorities when building.

We’ll also see many Queenslanders capitalise on the stimulus money on offer and seize the opportunity to finally make that sea/tree change and get out of the city. We’re already seeing glimpses of this happening, with many regions of the state in hot demand.

Only time will tell.

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The region is well-known for its connections to minerals, agriculture and tourism, and is a go-to destination for tourists, from the coast to the outback. Other industries include power production, gas exports, seafood industries, crocodile farming, gold and gem mining, defence, education and health.

2020 has been an exciting year for the building and construction industry in Central Queensland, and despite COVID-19, confidence is building.

Several major projects are underway, including the refurbishment and expansion of the Shoalwater Bay Military complex, and the Carmichael Mine and its connection by rail to the Abbott Point facility near Bowen. Projects in the planning and tender stage include Rookwood Weir, Clarke Creek Wind and Solar Farm, Rockhampton Ring Road and a possible Hydrogen plant near Gladstone.

Central Queensland provides the opportunity for people from all walks of life to enjoy a lifestyle and climate second to none.

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There are the visible and obvious things like the upgrades on Quay Street, Kershaw Gardens, Cedric Archer Park at Gracemere and Mount Archer.

We have deliberately positioned Rockhampton as a ‘smart region’ with the implementation of a cohesive smart strategy and successful Smart Hub. We’ve been ahead of the curve and recognised as innovators and leaders because of the responsiveness of our infrastructure charges concessions.

We have won accolades for the recent housing construction grant, our

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From Raglan to Rosedale, Boyne Island to the Boyne Valley, and Agnes Water and 1770, the Gladstone region boasts many fantastic tourist destinations all on the doorstep of the Southern Great Barrier Reef.

The emerging hydrogen industry is an area where Gladstone Regional Council wants to position our region in not only becoming the hydrogen centre of excellence for Queensland, but for the entire nation.

Recent COVID-19 stimulus packages from the State Government ($5.2 million) and Federal Government ($1.6 million), will provide a timely boost for jobs and business.

ANDY IRELAND

LIVINGSTONE SHIRE COUNCIL

Council will use these funds on shovelAs one of the faster-growing areas outside the southern corner, the Livingstone Shire region offers unrivalled investment and commercial opportunities, as well as premier lifestyle options. Importantly, our region is well-positioned with the critical infrastructure required to service a diverse and growing economy.

Livingstone has experienced its fair share of disasters over the past six years, with the most recent event being the unprecedented wildfires in November 2019, followed by the economic impacts of COVID-19.

Despite these challenges, I believe Livingstone’s resilience will empower our community to recover swiftly.

asset management and our financial management.

A look around the city will show that our management of roads, water and sewage (while never perfect) are significantly improved from the story that Rockhampton had to tell 20 years ago.

Council has begun a review of sporting facilities including large sites at Gracemere and North Rockhampton, and negotiations on a site suitable for a motor sports facility. We are also planning a significant but staged development at the airport.

$1,733 Median mortgage repayment per month

$300,000 Median detached house price

These are exciting times as we grow and re-imagine the Rockhampton region. We would love you to join us. ready projects, expected to commence in the 2020/21 financial year.

The Gladstone region boasts a highly skilled workforce, is home to a world class industrial landscape, has the largest multi-commodity port on the east coast of Australia and more than 27,000 hectares of State Development Area. This land is dedicated for industrial development and materials transportation infrastructure.

$205,000 Median unit/townhouse price

$34,528 Median personal income per year

There are more than 60 construction projects worth over $2.2 billion either underway, in planning, approval or concept design in the Gladstone region.

With these projects in the pipeline, the region is well-positioned to ride out any future waves of uncertainty.

Important projects currently underway and forecast in council’s forward works plans include shire-wide road upgrades, essential infrastructure works and flood mitigation. We are also continuing our popular Place Making programme, aimed at brightening public spaces with art installations and murals.

Other major investment in Livingstone includes council’s $33 million masterplanned estate, the Capricorn Coast Homemaker Centre, the first of its kind for the shire.

Investing in digital and innovative technologies is also a high priority on council’s agenda, to support local economic development, liveability and sustainability.

$90,480 Median family income per year

8.2% of total employment from building & construction industry

433 New dwellings approved in the region during the past 12 months

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MARGARET STRELOW

ROCKHAMPTON COUNCIL MAYOR

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aving a point of difference is a way of life for Brisbane-based Corella Construction co-owner, Ella Brown.

“We’re always looking to do things that are fascinating and that catch your eye,” Ella said.

This engaging approach is also evident in the company's marketing strategy, with social media playing a key role. Their 23.9k Instagram followers are treated to before and after photos, design inspiration and videos, garnering hundreds of likes every time.

“Instagram has totally changed the way we market and look at our interaction with our current clients, and future customers, and it’s such an incredible and powerful tool," Ella told us following one of the company's many Master Builders Housing & Construction Awards wins.

When it comes to inspo and marketing the cutting-edge approach Corella uses in its specialist renovations and custom homes, it's hard to go past Ella's own family home.

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window that is truly the stuff of dreams.

“I think we’re young at heart and wanted to put some features in that were a bit different.

Something that allowed you to meander on a swing while you’re on the phone,” Ella said.

“At this property, we look out onto a beautiful environmental corridor. We wanted to find a way to look outward and appreciate the green space.”

It’s become a bit of a tradition for the Browns to feature a stand out piece in their homes, even if it adds a layer of complexity to the build.

“We went through many suppliers before we found anyone who was happy to come on board and make our custom window,” Ella said.

“In the end, a blacksmith made it for us. It was so big it didn’t fit into a powder coater, it actually had to be welded together on site.”

Ella said having a point of difference meant being unafraid to go outside your comfort zone or to push the boundaries.

"It's about doing that bit that people haven't seen before...and differentiates that home from others on the market," she said.

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Build yourboostbrand your business B

uyers have so many choices and platforms to make those choices on.

With so many brands vying for their attention, how do you make your brand stand out as the pick of the bunch?

Building a home and renovating are highinvolvement, high-risk investments – there’s no denying that. People are looking for a builder they can trust and build their own hopes and dreams on.

With this in mind, here are a few tips on how you can develop a strong brand and build trust with existing and potential customers in what is an increasingly challenging and competitive environment.

BRAND ASSOCIATIONS

WHAT DO YOU STAND FOR?

Brainstorming words that you want your brand to be associated with, helps build a clear picture for you to work from when creating sales or marketing material.

Why should a customer choose you? What sets you apart?

Think about all the products and services plus all the feelings, thoughts, and values you want your customers to associate your brand with. This could be ‘stress-free’, ‘honest’, ‘local’, ‘family time’ or ‘luxury’ for example.

And remember, make sure you’re using your Master Builders Proud Member sticker and logo on your vehicles and marketing materials. This adds another layer of brand trust through brand association. You can download the Master Builders Proud Member logo by logging in to our website at mbqld.com.au

BRAND IDENTITY Decide on your brand personality and ‘tone of voice’.

Do you need to talk to your customers in a down-toearth way, or in a more corporate tone? The more specific you can be, the better.

Once you have your brand promise and tone of voice down pat, take a snapshot of everything visual that identifies your brand.

Start by looking at your competitors and their brand promise. Then, take a good look at your ideal target customers and what they really value. Is it quality craftsmanship? Value for money? Or something else?

Next, brainstorm the unique value you offer that sets you apart. Remember, it’s not always about price. Think of benefits and make it believable.

BUILDING BRAND MOMENTUM Make the most of great customer experiences and amplify through your brand touch points. Ask happy customers for a testimonial you can use on your website or send them a link to provide a review on your Facebook page or Google My Business listing.

Testimonials are powerful and trusted.

Keep propelling your business forward by being consistent in your brand identity and brand promise, and build brand trust by always doing what you say you’re going to do. Be authentic and keep your message as simple as possible. Simple is powerful.

Start with your logo and your brand colours. You want to make sure they all work together. Not sure?

Consider engaging a graphic designer to help.

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hen it comes to marketing and building a strong business brand, Graya Constructions' digital and social media game is definitely on-point.

A strong online presence is key for this high-end construction and development company. Graya has amassed 115K followers on its Instagram account, while the website features the "Graya TV" YouTube channel providing a behind-the-scenes look at their latest projects, glowing testimonials, and a monthly wrap up. An impressive portfolio of recent media coverage includes a story on Australian model Erin McNaught and British rapper husband Example snapping up a $2.8 million Paddington home formerly owned and built by co-founder Rob Gray.

Life, it seems, is good - and it will be good to have the chance to pick Rob's brain on what 20 | Master Builder

he views key to success in the marketing space.

There’s a dim whirr of tyres on the asphalt, suggesting Rob is likely racing off to another meeting or commuting between sites with zero time to talk, but he’d never let you know.

This ‘make the time’ mentality for media opportunities seems to play a part in their success.

“Sorry, it’s raining, which isn’t ideal for our job sites,” he explained.

Makes sense, sure, but not every builder is enjoying the same level of social media engagement.

Rob said his “original formula” was to collaborate with those performing well in the industry.

“The higher-end architects, real estate agents, suppliers and subcontractors,” he said, rattling off a list of the businesses they work with throughout the life of a build.

First on the agenda - the Instagram success.

The quid pro quo mindset seems to be a winner.

“I knew it was a powerful tool for marketing.

With building work, you have beautiful photographs. Building is very visual, and very marketable,” he explained.

“We've had suppliers wanting to be ‘the' supplier on the next house we were going to build. They were willing to do really good deals, too."

“Using this imagery and a social media platform made a lot of sense to us.”

With more than half of Graya’s work being spec homes in Brisbane's inner-city suburbs,

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it’s about having a collaboration mindset and not being selfish

Rob was frank about the generous marketing budget required to promote and sell homes in a high-end and competitive market.

“We are able to put a lot more budget into marketing than a builder who is building for clients,” he said.

But he was quick to loop back to collaboration, reaffirming it as the golden ticket to growth.

“What goes around comes around. For us, it’s about having a collaboration mindset and not being selfish or thinking you can’t share the work of others."

Rob also stressed the importance of working hard to establish - and maintain - an online presence when putting together a business marketing strategy.

“We post twice a day,” he said.

“What I’d say is, don’t put social media at the bottom of your priority list. So many people fall into that trap. Don’t think it’s airy fairy, you’ve got to treat it as a priority. Don’t underestimate that power.”

as if it were you. People really pick up on that.

“So many of our leads come from (social media).

With so many different apps available and the concept of knowing how and when to engage your business audience often a little baffling, Rob shared one of his go-to learning tools.

"Sure, a lot of them aren’t suitable, but we’re able to pass them on and that’s all part of the collaboration.”

The boom in Graya's Instagram following has seen them take on a marketing assistant.

“From day one, I’ve run our social media presence and I’ve continued to do that until just recently,” Rob said.

“And that’s the mistake people make; they try to outsource from the outset. When you do that, you don’t engage your audience as much

“When we were starting out, I made the time to learn what worked and what didn’t work.

When you fully understand that, then and only then, can you outsource.”

“In the early days, I discovered the scheduling app, Later,” he said.

“I didn’t use the app itself but signed up for their emails. They’ve got a weekly email that explains the pros and cons of Instagram at any given time and provides understanding of how it works.

"I've found it to be the best tutorial for Instagram and marketing,."

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New fire ant biosecurity zones and requirements now in place

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he fight against fire ants is now simpler to follow for the building industry in South East Queensland.

On 27 May 2020, the National Red Imported Fire Ant Eradication Program implemented changes to the Biosecurity Regulation 2016 to provide extra protection against humanassisted movement of the super pest.

The program’s General Manager Graeme Dudgeon said the changes were necessary to protect the Australian way of life and make it easier for industry to do the right thing in the fight against fire ants.

“The building, development and landscaping industries move large quantities of materials that may carry fire ants, including soil, quarry products, turf, mulch and potted plants — and if movement controls are not followed every load has the potential to spread this pest,” said Mr Dudgeon.

“The changes will add another layer of protection to areas that have been the subject of recent eradication activities and will better realign the fire ant biosecurity zone boundaries

with the program’s current operational boundary.

“New suburbs will be covered by the biosecurity zones for the first time and it’s important that businesses and individuals familiarise themselves with the updated boundaries and the movement controls associated with them.

“We know this will be a period of transition for those working in affected industries, as they reframe their business practices and educate their teams on the zones and requirements.

“We’re here to help wherever we can,” he said.

Fire ant biosecurity zone 1 now covers the area where the program has been concentrating its efforts to eradicate fire ants, in the Lockyer Valley and parts of Ipswich and the Scenic Rim. Fire ant biosecurity zone 2 covers the remainder of the infestation, where the program is working to contain and suppress the invasive pest before eradication activities can begin.

Mr Dudgeon said more stringent requirements will apply to the disposal of some construction and landscaping materials in waste facilities in fire ant biosecurity zone 1.

“In this zone, local residents have been telling us that ‘there used to be fire

ants, now there are none’. We don’t want to risk undoing all the good work we’ve done so far in eradicating fire ants in that area.”

Mr Dudgeon said the program has also reduced the red tape involved in transporting material that may contain fire ants.

“Up until now only companies that held a biosecurity instrument permit (BIP) could use ‘disturbance’ as a risk mitigation strategy for fire ants — this is now available to everyone,” he said.

Disturbance involves turning, screening or crushing stockpiled material like soil every 21 days and 24 hours prior to moving the material.

As soil is recognised as a high-risk fire ant carrier, Mr Dudgeon said the program has also developed a guideline on risk mitigation techniques for those working with the material.

“Human-assisted movement is an area where industry can really make a difference, so we — and the rest of Australia — are counting on industry to do the right thing,” he said.

“At the end of the day, the lifestyle of all Australians depends on it.”

To find out more and to view maps, please visit www.daf.qld.gov.au/ fireantzones

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re you looking to venture into social media or expand your presence or consistency?

Perhaps you’re just feeling overwhelmed at the thought of finding those extra minutes or hours in the day?

You post every day for a week, then it’s radio silence for three weeks until you make a quick cameo before tailing off again when you lose the motivation.

There’s no denying, social media can be a bit (read: a lot) of a time sponge. I think we can all recall a time where we've opened a Facebook, Instagram or YouTube app to do, or action, something specific, then fallen into a deep vortex of post or content distraction.

Before you know it, it’s been 30 minutes

(or maybe an hour) and you find yourself watching your 17th montage of babies pulling funny faces, people falling off things. someone slipping on a banana or just cute dog or cat pictures.

Your shoulders and neck start to tense up and you reposition yourself for comfort. How long have I been here? An hour? You’re rudely snapped back to reality and realise you’ve forgotten the very reason you opened the app. We hear you.

It might be time to take stock of your social media methods and explore some options to streamline your processes.

There are a bunch of apps to try, podcasts to listen to and ways to content plan to lighten your workload and upscale your social media.

Here are a few of our favourites to start with.

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APPS TO TRY Schedule content in advance  Creator Studio  Hootsuite Make your Instagram feed cohesive  UNUM  Plann  Later Edit your photos and add filters  VSCO Cam  Snapseed  Darkroom  InShot Uplevel your Instagram stories  Canva  Clay  Storio Stay focused  Flora  Forest

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ASK OUR EXPERTS

YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED

EMMA KIRKBY

PHIL BREEZE

ADAM PROFKE

TRACEY WOOD

Manager Workplace Relations

Manager Housing Services

Manager Training & Licensing Policy

Principal Lawyer Members Legal

The building and construction industry can be complex, which is why we receive thousands of member enquiries each year.

Here at Master Builders, our friendly and knowledgeable experts are on hand to answer your questions about the issues you face in the day-to-day running of your business.

This advisory service is free to members – and it’s just one of many ways we’re committed to giving you a valuable membership experience.

Over the following pages, this edition’s panel of experts share some of the common questions they are asked.

We’re here to help, whether you need advice about: • Contracts, including which contract to use • Disputes and getting paid • Employment, wages and staffing • Workplace health and safety practices • Industry compliance and licensing requirements • Enterprise bargaining agreements • Legislation and how it applies to you • Insurance products • Plus much, much more.

Remember, if you’re seeking professional advice, call Master Builders on 1300 30 50 10.

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Workplace Relations

BUILDING & PLANNING

with Emma Kirkby

with Phil Breeze

Manager Workplace Relations

Manager Housing Services

I HEARD CASUAL EMPLOYEES GET ANNUAL LEAVE NOW, IS THIS TRUE?

IS THE INSURANCE PREMIUM PAID UNDER THE QUEENSLAND HOME WARRANTY SCHEME BASED SOLELY ON THE CONTRACT PRICE?

The case of WorkPac v Rossato has recently been decided and received a lot of attention in the media.

All contractors carrying out residential insurable building work for consumers (excluding working for a person who holds an Owner Builder Permit) with a value exceeding $3,300 must pay a premium to the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC). The premium is based on two values.

Mr Rossato, a casual employee, was paid for annual leave accruals after the termination of his employment.

Some headlines have suggested that this case means that casual employees now get annual leave, but is this really the case?

The most important part of this decision is that the court found Mr Rossato was not a casual employee, despite this being on his employment contract.

This was because his pattern of work indicated a firm advance commitment on the days/hours the employee will work. His roster was drawn up to seven months in advance.

The court said that this type of commitment doesn’t have the characteristics of casualness and the definition in the contract and the payment of a loading didn’t change the actual nature of the engagement in law. Having found not to be a casual employee, Mr Rossato had an entitlement to annual leave accruals and public holiday payments.

The first is the contract price, that is, the amount the consumer will pay the contractor for completing the works. The second is the value of any materials supplied by the consumer. For example, the consumer may be supplying floor and wall tiles or kitchen cabinets with the installation to be carried out by the contractor. In these situations, the contractor would need to know the value of the materials being supplied by the owner so these amounts can be added to the contract price.

The insurable value of the work, which includes the value of the consumer-supplied materials, will be the amount the premium is calculated on. The premium must be paid 10 business days after the contract date, or at commencement of the work, whichever comes first.

If the value of a variation to the works increases by $5,000 or more an additional premium must be paid prior to commencing the varied works.

WHAT WENT WRONG IN THE WORKPAC VS ROSSATO CASE?

HOW MUCH DETAIL SHOULD THE SCOPE OF WORKS CONTAIN?

Of obvious concern in this case is that WorkPac paid Mr Rossato a rate they identified as being in lieu of benefits associated with permanent employment.

Put simply, the scope of works is the work the contractor will undertake for the owner or work a subcontractor will perform for the builder. It will form part of the building contract, so it should have sufficient detail to allow a builder or subcontractor to price their works.

This included annual leave and public holiday payments, and yet was required to make payment for these again.

This decision makes it difficult for employers to “set off” the amounts paid to an employee in respect of a casual loading.

Further regulations put in place as a result to avoid these “double dip” situations appear now to have limited utility. We can still rely on contractual clauses to help make offsets possible where a casual employee claims leave entitlements.

An employment contract that identifies a specific casual component and specifies the benefits that it may offset is critical.

Master Builders’ Workplace Relations team will be happy to help out with this.

WHAT’S THE LESSON LEARNT FROM THE WORKPAC VS ROSSATO CASE? The risks of claims for employment-related benefits, particularly when contracting, remain unchanged. We would encourage members to talk to the Workplace Relations team before making any decisions to delay a swap to casual employment or to request casual employees enter subcontract arrangements.

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The subcontractor’s scope of work would ordinarily reflect that portion of work contained in the contract between the owner and the builder.

However, if it's unclear on what the builder’s liability is to the owner, this ambiguity could flow down the contract chain to subcontractors, causing arguments over scope creep and the need for variations.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A FORM 15 AND A FORM 16?

A Form 15 relates to the building design or specification. A Form 16 is for the certification of the installation of an aspect or stage of the building work.

For example, the engineer issues a Form 15 for the design of the roof trusses. It would contain information confirming the trusses are manufactured in accordance with the NCC requirements and nominates the relevant reference documents & standards applicable to the design.

A Form 16 can be issued for a stage inspection (wall and roof frame) or an aspect inspection (e.g. waterproofing). Amongst other things, the Form 16 states how the building work complies with the building approval and the relevant building laws. Both forms must be issued by a competent person acceptable to the building certifier.

Contact the Housing team on (07) 3225 6444 or housing@mbqld.com.au

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licensing policy

Members Legal

with Adam Profke

with Tracey Wood

Manager Training & Licensing Policy

Principal Lawyer Members Legal

DO I NEED AN INDIVIDUAL LICENCE, A COMPANY LICENCE, OR BOTH?

WHAT IS A MONIES OWED COMPLAINT?

One benefit of the Queensland Building and Construction Commission’s (QBCC) Annual Reporting Process has been the realisation for many licence holders that they were perhaps not operating their business with the appropriate licence.

The Minimum Financial Requirements (MFRs) for all licensees includes an obligation to pay a debt on, or before, it’s due and payable. There are a few matters that must be taken into account to determine what’s due and payable. Is the payment in dispute? Does it involve defective or incomplete work? Does it involve a breach of a contractual obligation?

Is any money owed by the complainant to the licensee?

For many, post-apprenticeship life started as a sole trader working through an ABN. At some point, you gained your trade contractor licence and time likely flew by doing the work. You may have even gained a builder’s licence while still working as a sole trader. Many will continue to operate under this way for their entire career without any issues.

However, for some, once you begin to make a profit, your accountant will start to talk to you about setting up a company. If you decide to take up that advice, what is often missed is a company licence.

If you’re trading through a company, it must hold a QBCC licence.

Unfortunately, a company operating without a licence is considered as unlicensed contracting, regardless of whether you have an individual licence or not. The penalty starts at over $26,000 for the first offence.

The good news is that this situation can be easily resolved by applying for a QBCC company licence. Yes, it will cost you some money, however the fee is significantly less than the penalty the QBCC can impose for non-compliance. Master Builders can help you with this process.

WHAT DO I DO WHILST I AM WAITING FOR MY COMPANY LICENCE TO BE APPROVED? You must trade through your personal ABN and individual licence.

ONCE MY LICENCE IS APPROVED, CAN I JUST START TO INVOICE UNDER THE COMPANY? No. For any contracts that you have on foot, you must either finish them under your individual licence and personal ABN, or you can novate the contract over to the company. However, your client must agree to this course of action. If they don’t, you must continue as a sole trader.

DO I CANCEL MY INDIVIDUAL LICENCE ONCE MY COMPANY LICENCE IS APPROVED? No. You must maintain your personal licence. This is because you are the nominee for your company.

CAN I CHANGE MY LICENCE TYPE TO A NOMINEE FROM CONTRACTOR? Yes, there are a number of advantages and disadvantages. You, as the nominee, are not able to enter a contract to undertake the work personally, it must all go through the company. On the positive side, by becoming a nominee, you are removing the financial requirements from you personally. On the flip side, the company is responsible for meeting the QBCC Minimum Financial Requirements. This means, your personal assets are no longer able to be used.

Contact the Licensing team on (07) 3225 6523 or licensing@mbqld.com.au

A monies owed complaint is a formal complaint made to the QBCC alleging that a licensee has failed to pay a debt on time. The QBCC will investigate the complaint to determine if there’s a breach of the MFRs. WHEN CAN A MONIES OWED COMPLAINT BE ISSUED? If there's a debt owed by a licensee to a contracted party, or a supplier of goods and services; if an order has been made by an Adjudicator under Chapter 3 of the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act 2017, a court, or a tribunal to pay a debt, and the due date for payment has passed; or if any disputes regarding a debt are finalised.

HOW CAN I MAKE A MONIES OWED COMPLAINT? By submitting the approved form available on the QBCC website accompanied by evidence of the debt. That evidence can include the invoice, contract or similar agreement, and must include the name of the QBCC licence holder, the amount of the debt, the due date of the debt, and the reason for the debt, as well as any correspondence about the debt, extending payment terms, payment arrangements etc.

WHAT SHOULD I DO IF A MONIES OWED COMPLAINT IS MADE AGAINST ME? If you agree that you owe the debt, you should immediately arrange with the complainant to pay the amount of the debt or agree on a payment plan.

If you dispute the debt, you should respond to the QBCC within the time frame noted in the notice with full details of the factual and legal reasons why you dispute the alleged debt; evidence supporting your position disputing the alleged debt; any relevant correspondence with the complainant about the amount of the alleged debt; any evidence that the complainant owes you more than the alleged debt, or that the work was defective or incomplete.

WHAT HAPPENS IF A MONIES OWED COMPLAINT IS UPHELD? The consequences can be severe, including the QBCC finding that the licensee has breached its minimum financial requirements which can result in disciplinary action; the QBCC undertaking an audit of the licensee’s financial records to determine any further breaches of the minimum financial requirements; the QBCC immediately suspending the licence under section 49A of the QBCC Act, or the QBCC giving notice of its intention to cancel or suspend the licence under Section 49.

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2020Wage

Announcement

On 19 June, 2020, the Fair Work Commission (FWC) handed down its decision for the Annual Wage Review.

Industries hardest hit by the government’s response to COVID-19 have been granted a longer period of delay before the increase applies.

Our industry, classified by the FWC as The

Building and Construction Industry and Clerks Private Sector, has been categorised within Group 2.

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This means the wage increase must be in place from the first full pay period start on, or after 1 November, 2020.

The new wage circulars will be uploaded to

Here’s what’s changed: • •

The change represents an increase of $13 per week to the guaranteed minimum wage.

our website at mbqld.com.au from Monday, 19 October.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS AT ALL

The minimum wage will increase by 1.75 per cent, as will minimum award rates.

ON MAKING THESE CHANGES IN YOUR

The new minimum wage will be $753.80 per week, or $19.84 per hour.

CONTACT MASTER BUILDERS’ WORKPLACE

BUSINESS, WE’RE HERE FOR YOU. RELATIONS TEAM ON 1300 30 50 10.

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he minimum wage will increase in a phased approach this year, taking into account the extraordinary circumstances facing the economy.

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asonry walls (brick or block) may fail due to numerous reasons. This may include;

• • • • • •

Side loads on the wall from wind loads Inadvertent impact Leaning materials against walls A result of inadequate foundations Being adjacent to excavations Exceeding design requirements.

PLANNING The Principal Contractors (PC) and masonry contractors (PCBU) are jointly responsible for the masonry work on site. As part of the planning process the following information should be provided: 1. Advice about who is responsible for installing, inspecting and removing any temporary supports 2. Designs and materials for temporary supports, considering the particular walls characteristics. You may need

engineering advice to assist with design.

3. Materials to identify no-go zones e.g. hard barricades, signs etc.

4. Instructions to workers, including site induction and supervision The masonry contractor as a PCBU must prepare a Safe Work method Statement (SWMS) in consultation with workers for all high-risk activities and provide a copy of the SWMS to the PC. RISK ASSESSMENT The PC and the PCBU should identify potential risks that may cause a masonry wall to collapse. These risks may include: • • • •

Wall identified in design drawings as requiring temporary support Proximity of working plant and equipment The proposed sequence of wall construction Likely weather conditions

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The proposed height, width and layout of walls.

IMPLEMENTING CONTROLS The PCBU must identify controls in the SWMS. These may include: •

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Designing walls to provide additional stability during constructions i.e. sequential core filling with reinforcement or wall stiffeners Building walls at the same time as cross walls Installing temporary support Preventing the collapse of excavations that are close to masonry walls Erecting barricades, signs creating no go or exclusion zones.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CAN BE SOURCED VIA THE WORKSAFE QUEENSLAND WEBSITE AT WORKSAFE.QLD.GOV.AU

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Verifies that Dincel is compliant with the BCA for external and internal loadbearing wall applications.

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Australian Made Eco Products

nvironmentally responsible products are the way of the future, and Eco Products Queensland are pleased to bring GuardIt Solutions’ ecofriendly products to the state.

Eco products Queensland director Tony Miller said after years of working as a Brick and Pressure Cleaner he was thrilled to be bringing the products to Queensland, as the wholesale distributor.

“After years of experience I have tried many different products and was so impressed with the GuardIt Solutions products,” he said.

“Talking to everyone who uses it, they are rapt with the results.”

The extensive range are Australian made in Melbourne

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and are easy to use; as well as being better for the environment than harsh chemicals, they don’t sacrifice performance.

The products not only give excellent performance, but also protects the welfare of applicators, meeting all workplace safety and environmental requirements.

All the products are made up of low volatile organic compounds, non-toxic, non-polluting, readily biodegradable, nonflammable, non-corrosive, nonhazardous, and have low water consumption (spray and wipe).

The products protect against graffiti, oil stains, grease, dirt, soot and other chemicals that destroy exterior substrates

and are designed to repel any chemical or non-chemical from damaging substrates.

The product range include a Green Acid Replacement (GAR) Soy Safe Eco Degreaser, MVR (Maganese Vanadiun Rust), Graffiti Shield, Invisi-Shield, Dense All Stone Sealer, Porous All Stone Sealer, Soy Safe Sensitive Graffiti Remover, Soy Safe Gel All stone Graffiti Remover, Graffiti Guard, Colour Shield, Metal Shield and Line Marking Paint.

Tony also said he was looking forward to the release of a Pool Acid Replacement coming later this year.

For more information about Eco Products Queensland and the GuardIt Solutions products contact Tony Miller on 0475 263 405.

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Eco Products Queensland Wholesalers of specialised Australian made cleaning products & anti graffiti solutions All Products are • safe to use • non dangerous goods • cost effective and long lasting • UV protective and colour fast • non toxic and non hazardous and friendly to the environment

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The facts about corrosion C

orrosion protection of joist hangers and other connectors require close attention for building contractors and designers in Queensland.

Corrosion can be a tricky topic and there’s a lot you need to know to be compliant.

INTERNAL APPLICATIONS First up, you should be aware that the minimum level of corrosion resistance used by manufacturers of metal framing brackets is Z275 gsm, which is only appropriate for internal applications (within the building envelope) that are kept permanently dry.

These products are not appropriate for external weather-exposed applications subject to repeated wetting.

EXTERNAL APPLICATIONS Weather-exposed balcony and deck constructions commonly use treated timbers which can contribute to the accelerated corrosion of metal framing brackets and related fixings.

Where framing brackets are being utilised

for applications other than internal, dryprotected locations or when used in contact with treated timbers, you’ll need to use brackets with a higher level of corrosion protection and durability, such as stainless steel.

of connectors/brackets.

Very low and low hazard zone – generally locations not described above.

WHAT IS AN EXPOSURE CONDITION?

Timber Queensland has a process they recommend practitioners follow to select the correct corrosion resistance for any framing connector. They urge you to consider two criteria: corrosion zones and exposure conditions.

There are three kinds of exposure conditions: enclosed (within a fully enclosed building envelope); sheltered (locations not exposed to rainwater but subjected to wind-blown salts) and exposed (locations exposed to weather and rain (decks, pergolas, open subfloors).

WHAT ARE THE CORROSION ZONES?

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Sea spray zone – within 1km from a surf coast or 100m from bayside areas.

You should understand the requirements for minimum corrosion protection for metal framing brackets/connectors – these are outlined in full on the QBCC’s website.

Coastal zone – 1km to 10km from surf coast or 100m to 1km from bayside areas.

Industrial zone – close proximity to industrial complexes where corrosive gases may be emitted.

You should also be discerning when purchasing brackets/connectors to ensure appropriate levels of corrosion resistance are provided.

Special hazard zone – around swimming pools or areas within a building where the environment may impact upon the durability

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ur industry has so far dodged the worst consequences of COVID-19. Thanks to some level-headed government policy, we’ve been able to trade through the lockdown.

As a result, the unemployment rate in Queensland’s construction industry is not catastrophic – sitting at around 10 per cent, compared to 20 per cent, or more, for other industries.

But the reality is, Australia is in its first recession since the early ‘90s and the construction industry will not be left unscathed.

Developers are reporting declines in forward orders of as much as 50 per cent. As prepandemic projects begin to wind-up, there will be far fewer to take their place in the second half of 2020.

These will be difficult waters for us all to navigate. However, while we can’t control the government’s actions, we can all be building our own ‘bridge to recovery.’

Now is the time to think about positive strategies to secure your place in this more competitive future.

What can you do to get an edge over your competition? What will make you more employable to more businesses or able to take on more projects? Can you expand your skills or business offering to handle a wider scope of work?

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So, does it really matter where those building products are made and should builders and tradies be interested and concerned about “buying local”?

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HOW DID YOU GET INTO IT? As a child, I would always be in the shed with my grandfather making furniture and I grew to love creating unique pieces.

TELL US ABOUT ONE OF THE MOST MEMORABLE JOBS YOU’VE DONE We were recently contracted to complete all of the joinery for the Mudgee Hospital.

This was quite an achievement for our small team to complete such a large project, not to mention the fact that Mudgee is around an eight-hour drive from our factory in Toowoomba. This project went for over a year and the end result was quite outstanding.

WHAT APPEALED TO YOU ABOUT THIS PROFESSION? I really liked being able to see the results from my hard work when a job was completed.

WHERE DO YOU SEE YOURSELF FIVE YEARS FROM NOW? I hope to keep growing our business with plans for a family partnership in the coming years providing the ability to take on a larger format of projects.

WHAT IS THE BEST PIECE OF ADVICE YOU'VE BEEN GIVEN? Hang your work up at the front door when you get home each day and pick it back up when you leave in the morning.

HAVE YOU WON ANY WORK AWARDS ? IF SO, WHAT ARE THEY? We won Master Builders Dow ns & Western 2018 Best Residential Kitchen, Downs & Western 2019 ResidentialTrade Contractor of the Year and we com pleted the joinery for Adapt Constructions who took out Best Resi dential Kitchen Gold Coast 2018.

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“The intensity and repetitive nature of trade work means that at some point in their career, a tradie is likely to be injured," APA National President Phil Calvert said. "

Simple tips like warming up for five to 10

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nipped in the bud.” minutes before starting work and pacing their workload to avoid overuse and fatigue issues are easy to incorporate into a daily routine.

Visit choose.physio/fortradies for more.

What’s next for building laws in Queensland?

CHANGES TO BUILDING LAWS WERE PASSED BY THE QUEENSLAND PARLIAMENT IN JULY, COMING INTO EFFECT DURING 2020, 2021 AND BEYOND.

of developers and recording of ACN/ABN details.

There are a range of detailed and varied changes impacting the QBCC Act, Building Act and the BIF Act, and it’s important to be across how they impacts various sectors.

Significant changes regarding progress payments will also come into play, including supporting statements and new rules for adjudicated amounts and applications.

QBCC Act changes range from closing loopholes for non-licensed entities, rules for excluded individuals, changes to definitions of fire protection work, review of the role

The first phase of Statutory Trust Accounts will see Project Bank Accounts replaced with Statutory Trust Accounts and applied as it currently is to state government projects

Building Act changes relate to certifier inspections and inspection documentation.

between $1 million-$10 million.

Some changes commence from as early as October 2020 (set dates were still to be confirmed at the time of publishing this article), while others will come into force during 2021 and 2022.

Check out the full suite of changes and what action you need to take on our website. For more information or member-exclusive FREE advice and assistance with implementing changes into your business, contact us on 1300 30 50 10 or email ask@mbqld.com.au

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he owner's brief sang a breezy tune, with a call to "bring the outdoors in” for the aptly-named Bajo El Sol, translating to “under the sun”.

struck by the abundance of contrasting forms and shapes that work in harmony.”

“Then there’s the internal garden beds that

Keeping with the brief to bring the outside in, the main living areas make up the entire group floor.

otherwise neutral palette.

“The kitchen, dining and main family room spans the entire width of the building,” he said.

made brushed brass balustrade which draws

Burleigh-based PJH Constructions director, Paul Harms was tasked with the job of bringing the fusion dream to life.

“This seamlessly opens out to the covered alfresco and overlooking North Eastorientated pool area with the Burleigh Headland as a backdrop.

“And not to forget the media room with built-

“The client wanted a family home with a resort feel that had an emphasis on raw, locally sourced materials with texture and tone,” he said.

“Carefully planned and strategically placed windows and doors frame a view to the outdoor areas creating a sense of unity between both spaces.

“Often when a project draws inspiration from that many places around the globe, it can become confused; but that was certainly not the case here.

“Due to the unique design of the rear arched frame door, it was sourced, designed and shipped from Melbourne to meet the client’s brief.”

curved walls, round internal feature windows,

“The floor plan was established by the central porch archway over the custom entry doors, leading into a double storey, light-filled void area.

Beyond the door, there are many custom, built-in elements inside this home.

The home won Individual Home $951,000 -

“The kitchen area mixes raw, curved timber paneling and white custom-made concrete bench tops," Paul said.

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add a sense of warmth and calm to the “An architectural white staircase at the centre of the home is complemented by customthe eye up to the second level and reinforces the Mediterranean feel. in curved rendered lounge, curved glazing and imperfect niche cutouts.”

On the upper level you’ll find all the bedrooms and bathrooms.

“The master suite is a Mediterranean oasis following the theme from downstairs with archways, timber panel custom doors, rendered walls, study space and balcony overlooking the pool area. " $1.25 million and the Ron McMaster Memorial Master Builders 2020 Gold Coast Housing & Construction Awards.

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Cairns Construction Lawyers – by your side WGC LAWYERS HAVE BEEN TRUSTED PARTNERS OF THE LOCAL CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY FOR THE PAST THREE DECADES. DOUG MCKINSTRY’S EXTENSIVE EXPERIENCE COUPLED WITH HIS TEAM’S SOLID SUPPORT ASSURE YOUR BUSINESS NEEDS ARE IN SAFE HANDS. WGC Construction Lawyers can assist with your understanding of the QBCC Act and Regulations, the Building and Construction Industry Payments Act, the Building Industry Fairness (Security of Payment) Act and the Subcontractors’ Charges Act. They offer contract review and preparation services to ensure that your standard of form contracts are tailored to your business requirements, or a specific project is administered efficiently and cost effectively.

They ensure that any likely areas of dispute are identified so that industry members are able to avoid any potential pitfalls and adverse repercussions.

The focus of the construction law team is in back-end litigation to quickly and properly resolve disputes for clients in their best

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The WGC Construction Law team specialise in the following:

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Familiar face in new practice AFTER PROVIDING EXPERT LEGAL ADVICE TO THE SUNSHINE COAST AND GYMPIE BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY FOR MORE THAN 20 YEARS, BRENDAN BATHERSBY HAS CELEBRATED 2020

BY LAUNCHING HIS OWN PRACTICE – BATHERSBY LEGAL. With extensive experience and expertise in this industry, Bathersby and his team are excited to deliver a direct and personalised service to principals, owners, contractors and sub-contractors who work in residential, commercial, industrial and civil building and construction.

“Our doors are now open and clients may come to us for a range of services from front end, backend and middle,” Mr Bathersby said.

“For example, initially they may have an unpaid invoice that needs to be chased, or a dispute to be resolved (backend).

"However, they will often return for a contract review or drafting (front end) or for administrative work (middle).

“We are working in highly-regulated times.

"At Bathersby Legal, we pride ourselves on assisting with administering building contracts for residential or commercial projects.

"This includes the more complex Australian Standards 4902 or 4300.

“We are also able to pursue or respond to Adjudication Applications under the building industry fairness legislation.”

Based on those solid foundations of industry knowledge, Brendan and his legal team understand in detail the complexities of the building and construction industry.

This enables them to deliver easy-tounderstand, straightforward and costeffective advice - which is not always expected with lawyers.

Bathersby Legal offers a 30-minute free consultation for Master Builders members.

If you'd like to book a 30-minute free consultation, or to hop on to their mailing list, please contact Brendan and his team via email at info@bathersbylegal.com.au

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Our range of member discount providers have been sourced across different categories to meet your diverse needs. Categories include vehicle and fleet, advertising and marketing, health and safety, travel and lifestyle, tools and equipment, and products.

YOUR QBCC & BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION EXPERTS Xact Accounting specialises in the building and construction industry.

They understand our industry and importantly, they understand the requirements of the QBCC and what your options are if you fall short of those requirements.

Xact Accounting have opened a Master Builders QBCC hotline, simply phone (07) 3124 8666. This service is free for members for a 30-minute consultation to talk about the QBCC Minimum Financial Requirements (MFRs) and your lodgement obligations.

For more information, visit mbqld.com.au/xactaccounting

JOIN THE FOLD WITH GOLD FLEET Did you know, as a Master Builders member, you receive exclusive Gold Fleet discounts on Toyota vehicles. You can get the buying power that’s usually only accessible by large national businesses.

The discount depends on the model purchased.

With more than 50 years in the Australian market, Toyota is Australia’s best-selling car brand.

From passenger vehicles through to SUVs and light commercial vehicles, Toyota offers a wide range of options for your business.

For more information, visit mbqld.com.au/toyota

ACCESS PROPERTY INFORMATION WITH THE SEARCH PEOPLE Master Builders has partnered with The Search People, to offer an exclusive member discount of 25% off Queensland property ownership and plan information for Titles, Plans, Property Certificates, Property Services Information and ASIC Information.

The Search People offers the most comprehensive range of national property, company and consumer information at the lowest price, guaranteed, with no subscription or ongoing fees.

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Autism Queensland school redevelopment

STAGE TWO OF A MAJOR REDEVELOPMENT AT QUEENSLAND’S FIRST AND OLDEST AUTISM-SPECIFIC SCHOOL, LOCATED AT SUNNYBANK HILLS, IS SCHEDULED TO START IN AUGUST. Autism Queensland has been providing specialist education for children on the autism spectrum for over 50 years, more than 40 of these at the Sunnybank Hills site.

In 2018, the organisation applied for, and received $1.28 million from the Independent Schools Queensland Building Grant Authority as 50 per cent funding for a three-stage redevelopment of the campus’ junior school. Stage one, a purpose-built prep facility, has already been completed.

Stage Two, due for finish in December, will involve extensive refurbishment of the interior of an existing building, transforming

five small and outdated classrooms into six modern classrooms with breakout spaces, teaching walls, sound proofing and other features designed to maximise teaching and learning outcomes, safety and engagement for attending students. The existing gym will remain but also be refurbished.

Tenders for the work closed recently and a Master Builders member will shortly be appointed. Master Builders is supporting this worthy cause via a charitable donation that uses the remaining funds from what was the Master Builders Foundation. The final voluntary contributions from members will be put to good use and importantly, will help support building activity over the coming months.

ABOUT THE ARCHITECT Giarola Architects is an award-winning

architectural firm with over 25 years of experience in specialist education design.

They have collaborated with Autism Queensland in a research initiative into autism-specific environment needs and teaching pedagogies. Due to limited Australian research in this field, desktop research worldwide and input from Autism Queensland’s educators and stakeholders were used to formulate the optimal physical learning environment.

These leading-edge findings were a catalyst to the school’s new vision. A post occupancy evaluation of Stage One directed new findings and improvements for the upcoming refurbishment. Giarola envisage this stage to be another milestone with Autism Queensland and an exemplar in the development of ASD-learning environments and teaching pedagogies within Australia.

Notice of Annual General Meeting – 20 October 2020 held on Tuesday, 15 October 2019

In accordance with the Constitution, the Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held on 20 October 2020 at Master Builders head office in Brisbane.

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Receiving the President’s Annual Report, Audited Balance Sheet and Statement of Accounts

The Master Builders Electoral College meeting will be held immediately following the AGM. Division and Branch AGMs will be held during November. For further information, please contact your regional office on 1300 30 50 10 or visit mbqld.com.au.

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certification presented to builders as “equivalent” to ACRS - then subsequently found to be nonconforming (often despite clear instruction in the contract or specification as to what is acceptable); Steel suppliers lobbying builders to amend specifications to accept alternative schemes to ACRS with claims these provide “equivalent” technical rigour and scope of assessment to ACRS (fine where this is proved to be the case in advance of acceptance.

However, this is leaving the builders facing risk by accepting the use of nonconforming processed and fabricated steels on projects when it turns out the “equivalent” scheme is actually not “ACRS equivalent”. And so far, none are).

ACRS 2020 CERTIFICATES AMENDED FOR ADDITIONAL CLARITY AND AVOIDANCE OF MISUSE ACRS 2020 certificates have some important changes to protect builders, engineers, and steel purchasers Focus continues to intensify on nonconforming building materials, and more examples of nonconforming steel are identified on major projects. ACRS is receiving significantly more enquiries from specifiers and consumers, including builders, asking which certificates can be relied upon, and how do builders’ staff and contractors know what to look for?

Regrettably, this is too often after using an alternative to ACRS - only to find later that the alternative has not performed to expectation.

In the most common instances reported to ACRS, the alternative rebar processor, or welded section

supplier may have assured the builder that all the steel comes from ACRS certified mills (Stage 1), but upon checking, the builder finds that some or all of the steel was from non-ACRS approved sources. Plus, the subsequent processing or welded fabrication of the steel may also not have met Standards, as the alternative did not verify as ACRS Stage 2 certification does.

ACRS not only certifies steel manufacture (Stage 1) and the rebar processing/welded section fabrication of that steel (Stage 2), but also assesses steel traceability between the two certificate holders.

To assist builders personnel make informed determinations, from 1 January, 2020 the wording on ACRS certificates was amended to state clearly that “ACRS certified” may only be applied to steel that arrives on the project with both ACRS Stage 1 (mill) certificates and ACRS Stage 2 (rebar processor, or structural welded section) certificate.

Ensure your staff are aware of these important changes to ACRS certificates and make sure your specifications call up ACRS certification for both Stage 1 (mill manufacture) and Stage 2 suppliers (processing and welded section fabrication) to manage your risk of inadvertently accepting non-ACRS approved materials.

For further information, including full details of all certificate holders and materials, please visit: builders.steelcertification. com or contact ACRS on T: +61 2 9965 7216 or E: info@steelcertification.com

SHANDYING...

YOU WOULDN’T STAND FOR IT WITH YOUR BEER… SO WHY STAND FOR IT WITH YOUR STEEL?

Are you getting what you ordered? (and what you PAID for?)

Does ALL of the steel you’re receiving comply with the right Standards?

The problem of mixed supply (or as it’s more commonly known, ‘shandying’) can have serious consequences – even if you’re specifying construction steels to meet Australian and New Zealand Standards.

Shandying can occur when conforming supply is ordered, but only a portion of the product supplied is sourced from ACRS Certified suppliers (and the rest is sourced from somewhere else). Using non ACRS Certified steel can leave you with non-compliant construction steel... and the risks that come with that.

By providing effective continuous review of both the manufacturer and the fabricator/processor, ACRS 2-stage steel certification scheme and the new ACRS traceability scheme play a major role in reducing the risk of shandying on your project.

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BRISBANE P54 | DOWNS & WESTERN P55 | GOLD COAST P56 | SUNSHINE COAST P57 | WIDE BAY BURNETT P58 CENTRAL QUEENSLAND P59 | MACKAY & WHITSUNDAY P60 | NORTH QUEENSLAND P61 | FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND P62

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n the current climate of uncertainty and unprecedented times, it was more important than ever to recognise and celebrate excellence, create positivity and champion building and construction excellence in Queensland.

Our 2020 Housing & Construction Awards program forged ahead and while some aspects have looked a little different this

year, there’s no mistaking that the global pandemic hasn’t impacted the amazing entries we’ve received, with the quality just as good as it has ever been.

The Awards program is an incredibly important opportunity for the building and construction industry to pause for a moment and truly appreciate and get recognition for the quality of their work and the contribution

it makes to our communities. And hopefully, to genuinely take the opportunity to celebrate their own success.

Each of our entrants has put their business, product and workmanship under scrutiny as part of an extremely competitive process.

Their work, whether a winner this year or not, is a credit to the unwavering quality and craftsmanship of an authentic Master Builder.

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BRISBANE MAJOR AWARDS House of the Year Romark Design Constructions Project of the Year Hutchinson Builders President’s Award Brighton Homes

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS Apprentice of the Year Alex Ennion D Pearce Constructions Rising Star Sebastian Toscano Toscano Constructions Women in Building Marie Gjorgioski Marie G Pty Ltd

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Downs & Western MAJOR AWARDS House of the Year Janke Constructions Project of the Year Hutchinson Builders President’s Award Urbane Build

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS Apprentice of the Year Mitchell Wren Highfields Builder Rising Star Tim Smith Tim Smith Constructions Queensland Women in Building Emily Weeks BBC Qld

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GOLD COAST MAJOR AWARDS House of the Year Enclave Constructions Project of the Year Hutchinson Builders

President’s Award Hotondo Homes Gold Coast North

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS Apprentice of the Year Dillan Morales Goldtrim Tiling Rising Star Tim Sayce Kai Konstruct Women in Building Jingjing Song Luban Homes

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SUNSHINE COAST MAJOR AWARDS House of the Year Hutchinson Builders Project of the Year Hutchinson Builders President’s Award Brighton Homes

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS Apprentice of the Year Jordan Burke Acclaim Apprentices and Trainees Rising Star Steven Lamper Lamper Constructions Women in Building Alyssa Pepper MATIRA Developments Pty Ltd

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INDIVIDUAL AWARDS Rising Star Scott Thomsen Scott Thomsen Construction Women in Building Gillian Tulk Steeline Roofin Spot

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CENTRAL QUEENSLAND MAJOR AWARDS House of the Year D R Moore Constructions Pty Ltd Project of the Year Paynters President’s Award Chris Warren Homes

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS Apprentice of the Year Bailey Price Darrin Price Constructions Rising Star Miles Olman Olman Constructions Women in Building Sophie Fulton Custom Building Improvements

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MACKAY & WHITSUNDAY MAJOR AWARDS House of the Year Red Emperor Constructions Project of the Year Paynters President’s Award Executive Living Homes

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS Women in Building Alicia Kelly Moloko Homes

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NORTH QUEENSLAND MAJOR AWARDS House of the Year Gedoun Constructions Project of the Year Watpac Construction President’s Award Fresh Homes

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS Apprentice of the Year Bailey Carpanedo Townsend Constructions NQ Rising Star Ricky Townsend Townsend Constructions NQ Women in Building Melissa Townsend Townsend Constructions NQ

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FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND MAJOR AWARDS House of the Year Ash Moseley Homes Project of the Year Plos Constructions President’s Award Ashlee Jones Homes

INDIVIDUAL AWARDS Rising Star James Langtree James Langtree Builder Women in Building Rebecca Dennien Bestruct

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he judges have deliberated, and the results are in: we have two superstar winners in our Budding Master Builder challenge.

“This entry really stopped us in our tracks,

We’re excited to announce, Matti, part of the Ausgill Projects family and Dean of the Nick Giardina Builder Pty Ltd family are our two winners – congratulations on your incredible talents.

quality of a Master Builder, just wow," the

The wins follow Master Builders' launch of the first-ever Budding Master Builders challenge, supporting the prestigious Master Builders 2020 Housing & Construction Awards. The competition was designed to give our up-and-coming talent a chance to shine and show their skills on the Queensland stage.

Tasked with using their creativity and imagination, each brought their very own building project to life and we were delighted with the creative and imagination-filled building projects.

But there could only be two winners.

Sitting at a long table as the entries flicked up onto the meeting-room screen, our judges thoroughly evaluated each build.

With swimming pools, rooftop parties and even a helipad, there were some very elaborate builds.

Ausgill Projects winner, Matti noted he was inspired by the Gold Coast canalstyle homes with resort-style swimming pool and pontoon, and canal boat mooring.

it’s a stunning project that really catches the eye. It would look right at home on the Gold Coast canals and evidences the true judges said.

“Matti is a true talent and has a bright career ahead, we look forward to following along. Congratulations!"

Dean of Nick Giardina Builder Pty Ltd delivered up a complex and detailed design complete with helipad and vehicle storage.

“There was clearly extensive building expertise required when Dean translated his design into the building. The fine detail required in each level of construction and the skillion roof shows a highly involved build.”

“We see endless potential for the future career of Dean, well done,” the judges said.

Both winners received a $50 Kmart voucher, with Dean intending to buy more Lego, while Matti graciously shared his win with his younger brother.

Special mention goes to an iconic and distinctive design from young Hannah.

While Hannah wasn’t eligible to win a prize, her stunning two storey, curved glass atrium captivated our judges.

Check out all our entrants on Facebook @MasterBuildersQueensland.

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Beautiful. Natural.

Sustainable. Australian.

Mon Repos Turtle Centre, Queensland Hyne Timber glue laminated timber structure

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A treasure in the sand dunes The Mon Repos Turtle Centre is a sight to behold! Dedicated to marine turtle research, protection and education the centre is a must for all that visit Mon Repos.

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sustainability credentials, but from a practical perspective, allows large spans with no internal structural walls.

on Repos is home to the largest concentration of marine turtles on the eastern Australian mainland.

Indeed, the success of nesting and hatching turtles is critical for the survival of the endangered loggerhead turtle.

Commissioned by the Queensland Parks and Wildlife Service, the Mon Repos Turtle Centre underwent a $22 million dollar rejuvenation. Located behind sand dunes, the new Centre embodies the famous turtle’s connection with nature – encapsulated within the project brief, ‘connected to nature.’

For Richard Kirk, the Centre’s award winning Architect, the brief is underpinned by focus on sustainability and environment.

“Firstly, the location is behind established sand dunes which provide a natural shield between the building and the hatchings to conceal the possible spill of the buildings light,” Mr Kirk said.

Embracing sustainability in design, the centre featured a prefabricated Hyne glulam timber structure.

Additionally, Austral Plywood supplied Hoop Pine “ariaply”, a premium prefinished panel based on “A” grade Hoop Pine plywood.

Locally grown and manufactured, the timber meets the Australian Standard for Sustainable Forest Management, a precondition for Responsible Wood certification. Mr Kirk explains: “The entire glue laminated timber structure is locally grown, certified Spotted Gum, not only meeting exceptional

Kirk said.

“This means the interior can be readily, seasonally reconfigured to meet the educational and conservation needs of the centre and its year-round visitors,” Mr

The Mon Repos structure is a ‘diagrid’ which presents an innovative resistance against cyclonic conditions. It is the largest diagrid in Australia.

Natural Hoop ariaply in solid sheets were used as wall linings throughout the Centre.

Austral Plywood’s Joint CEO, Stuart Matthews explains: “The ceiling is particularly impressive, consisting of numerous perforated triangles made from ariaply in an Ebony finish. The triangular shapes, representing a turtle’s carapace, were meticulously cut from detailed plans supplied by the architect. The perforations provided both acoustic benefits and an attractive appearance to the Centre,” Mr Matthews said.

The use of Spotted Gum goes beyond environmental credentials and supporting the local economy. This timber was specified for its durability, strength, density and appearance to suit the corrosive, coastal environment.

Hyne Group Business Development Manager – Glue Laminated Timber, Rob Mansell explains: “Using timber, when detailed well such as in the Mon Repos project, means we can meet the minimum 50 year design life requirement,” Mr Mansell said.

TOP LEFT: The Mon Repos Turtle Centre is a ‘must see’ tourist destination. Image courtesy of the Bundaberg Regional Council.

TOP RIGHT: The use of sustainably sourced Hyne Timber glue laminated timber was instrumental in meeting the projects 50 year design life requirement. CENTRE: Austal Plywood’s Natural Hoop ariaply was used extensively throughout the Centre.

WHAT'S ON

Aug

ONLINE EVENT

ONLINE EVENT

INDUSTRY INFO SESSION

INSTITUTE OF BUILDING CONSULTANTS

CAIRNS

MONDAY 24

TOOWOOMBA

THURSDAY 27

SUBCONTRACTOR FORUM

SUNSHINE COAST

GOLF DAY

LOCAL INFO SESSION

MACKAY

FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND

FRIDAY 11

THURSDAY 10

COMMERCIAL BUILDERS FORUM FRIDAY 18

TUESDAY 15

GOLF DAY

SUNSHINE COAST FRIDAY 18

COMMERCIAL BUILDERS FORUM Commercial Builders Forums provide the region’s construction builders and subcontractors an opportunity to find out the latest on industrial relations, workplace health and safety, and other issues affecting the commercial sector.

LOCAL INFO SESSION These sessions are a grassroots version of the Industry Info Session events, providing an opportunity for the regional office to address local activities in the industry.

MASTER BUILDERS GOLF DAY If you’re looking for a fun day out for yourself and your team, add this to your calendar. Master Builders Golf Days feature a day on the green networking with other members, while engaging in a little friendly competition.

HOUSING & CONSTRUCTION AWARDS Time to party! Come along to the Queensland 66 | Master Builder

BRISBANE

SUNSHINE COAST

TUESDAY 25

THURSDAY 27

ONLINE EVENT

S ep

INDUSTRY INFO SESSION

GOLD COAST

INFLUENCERS

GOLF DAY

HERVEY BAY

FRIDAY 4

BUSINESS RESILIENCE INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS

ALL REGIONS

WEDNESDAY 9

SPEED NETWORKING

BRISBANE

WEDNESDAY 16

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Housing & Construction Awards to celebrate with peers, colleagues and partners as we reveal the prestigious winners of our annual awards program.

MASTER BUILDERS RACE DAY Members and sponsors enjoy getting together to have a punt on the horses and network on the hallowed turf.

SPEED NETWORKING Not familiar with speed networking? Imagine speed dating, with a room full of the best connections for your business. This is your opportunity to come face-to-face with potential suppliers and business partners. Discover products and services that can scale up your business at this must-do event.

INFLUENCERS (WOMEN IN BUILDING) Join us for our Influencers (Women in Building) workshops which are tailored specifically to

GOLF DAY

CAIRNS

FRIDAY 18

INFLUENCERS

WIDE BAY BURNETT

WEDNESDAY 7

the needs of women involved in the building and construction industry. Network in a relaxed environment and get the tools you need to master all aspects of your business.

INDUSTRY INFO SESSION Held twice during the year, these events are designed to keep you informed on the latest industry developments.

BUSINESS RESILIENCE WEBINAR SERIES Wrap up your day by growing your knowledge with an industry-targeted presentation. This series focuses on business essentials including finance, advertising, insurance and contracts in the commercial sector.

INSTITUTE OF BUSINESS CONSULTANTS WEBINAR This event is a chance for building consultants to get together and hear from the experts on best practice industry standards.

WHAT'S ON

ONLINE EVENT INFLUENCERS

TOWNSVILLE

THURSDAY 8

GOLF DAY

BEAUDESERT FRIDAY 9

LOCAL INFO SESSION

MACKAY

MONDAY 12

MAXIMISE

TOOWOOMBA

TUESDAY 13

ONLINE EVENT BUSINESS RESILIENCE ACCOUNTING

ALL REGIONS

INFLUENCERS

WEDNESDAY 14

GOLD COAST

FRIDAY 16

GOLF DAY

PORT DOUGLAS FRIDAY 16

GOLF DAY

ROCKHAMPTON FRIDAY 16

ONLINE EVENT GOLF DAY

BUNDABERG

FRIDAY 16

GOLF DAY

MARYBOROUGH FRIDAY 30

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LOCAL INFO SESSION

GOLD COAST

MONDAY 19

Nov

ONLINE EVENT QUEENSLAND HOUSING & CONSTRUCTION AWARDS

BRISBANE

FRIDAY 23

GOLF DAY

TOWNSVILLE

FRIDAY 23

LOCAL INFO SESSION

BEAUDESERT

MONDAY 26

ONLINE EVENT RACE DAY

TOWNSVILLE

TUESDAY 3

BUSINESS RESILIENCE - LEGAL

ALL REGIONS

WEDNESDAY 4

GOLF DAY

TOOWOOMBA FRIDAY 6

We've made some necessary adjustments to our scheduled events and training following the latest government advice. We're doing things a little differently (such as livestreaming events, webinars and training courses) – and we’ll continue to monitor the advice and keep you posted as things change.

Check your inbox for invitations to our latest livestreamed events, webinars and training courses.

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from my own home, it was much better than I ever could have imagined,” he said.

Lawrence Reys looked to renew his licence after a stint of illness took him out of the building game.

“I hadn’t been in a classroom for that long.

But doing the course online, it took away that school classroom stigma and it was a thoroughly eye-opening experience."

“To renew my licence, I had to renew my training,” Mr Reys said.

Mr Reys said the trainer was fantastic and gave helpful tips and tricks the entire way.

Signing up for Master Builders’ Business Management For Trade Contractors course, he was advised the training would be delivered online, via video platform Zoom due to government-imposed COVID-19 restrictions.

He said asking a question was not nerveracking or scary and he loved visually connecting with other students from across the state who were in the same training.

65-year-old North Queensland builder has a newfound love of learning in the midst of COVID-19.

Taking learning out of the classroom setting and removing the need to travel almost two hours to the office for the training were two big ticks for Mr Reys.

“It was much more comfortable doing my work

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“The questions others asked, it was often something that I wanted to know too.

Everyone felt comfortable to ask questions and put points up, it was good for all of us.”

He said the technical side of it was completely fine.

“The younger ones wouldn’t have a problem

with it, but people my age can be put off by online,” he said.

“I’d say have a go, from my experience, it’s easy enough to do."

WANT TO FIND OUT HOW YOU CAN UPSKILL ONLINE? CALL THE MASTER BUILDERS TRAINING TEAM ON 1300 13 60 02

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BIF Chapter 2: Project Bank Accounts

Avoid serious consequences including fines and imprisonment: learn what you need to do to comply

ZOOM: 26 Aug

Silica Awareness

Understand the health impacts of silica dust and the fit testing requirements

ZOOM: 26 Aug

BIF Chapter 3: Adjudication Applications & Responses

Reduce expensive legal costs: learn how to write an adjudication application or response

ZOOM: 27 Aug

Completed Residential Builder Inspector Course

Learn how to undertake residential building inspections

Far North Queensland: 27-28 Aug

Business Management for Trade Contractors 1 Day Accelerated Course*

Apply for your trade contractor's licence

Gold Coast: 28 Aug

Contract Administration

Learn the ins and outs of contracts including contract term meanings and legislative restrictions, dispute scenarios, project delays and more

ZOOM: 31 Aug

Managing Ill & Injured Workers

Learn how to manage absent workers and return to work

ZOOM: 1 Sep

Residential Building Contracts

Learn how to correctly complete residential building contracts

ZOOM: 1 Sep or 15 Sep

Prepare Safe Work Method Statements

Learn how to prepare a safe work method statement (SWMS)

ZOOM: 2 Sep, 24 Sep or 28 Sep

Financial Essentials (small business)

Learn the essential skills you need to run a small business including cash flow management, bookkeeping, basic P&L, forecasting and more

ZOOM: 4 Sep

Asbestos Awareness

Understand your legal obligations around removing non-friable asbestos

ZOOM: 4 Sep or 17 Sep

Business Management for Trade Contractors 1 Day Accelerated Course*

Apply for your trade contractor's licence

ZOOM: 4 Sep or 25 Sep Brisbane: 11 Sep Gold Coast: 11 Sep Far North Queensland: 25 Sep

Microsoft Excel (level one)

Learn how to simplify business

Brisbane: 5 Sep

Understanding Modern Awards

Learn your award obligations and avoid penalties

ZOOM: 8 Sept

BIF Chapter 3: Payment Claims & Schedules

Learn what you about protecting your right to payment and avoiding hefty fines

ZOOM: 9 Sep or 21 Sep

Silica Awareness

Understand the health impacts of silica dust and the fit testing requirements

Sunshine Coast: 9 Sep ZOOM: 30 Sep

Contract Administration

Learn the ins and outs of contracts including contract term meanings and legislative restrictions, dispute scenarios, project delays and more

ZOOM: 10 Sep or 29 Sep

Completed Residential Builder Inspector Course

Learn how to undertake residential building inspections

ZOOM: 11-12 Sep Brisbane: 25-26 Sep

Asbestos Worker Program*

Get qualified to legally remove non-friable asbestos

North Queensland: 15 Sep

BIF Chapter 2: Project Bank Accounts

Avoid serious consequences including fines and imprisonment: learn what you need to do to comply

ZOOM: 15 Sep or 24 Sep

BIF Chapter 3: Adjudication Applications & Responses

Reduce expensive legal costs: learn how to write an adjudication application or response

ZOOM: 16 Sep or 30 Sep

Accredited Test & Tag*

Get the qualification you need to test and tag equipment in your workplace

Brisbane: 18 Sep Cairns: 24 Sep

Can’t find a date or course you’re looking for?

Due to the changing times with COVID-19, course dates may change or new dates added after the publication of our magazine, so contact our training team on 1300 13 60 02 or visit mbqld.com.au/training Livestream workshops will be hosted via ZOOM.

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