Canberra Builder 4/2018

EDITION 4 / 2018 Master Builders Association of the ACT and Region Magazine

PROPERTY STYLING FEATURE

INSPIRATION TO BRING OUT YOUR HOMES PERSONALITY

MILIN BUILDERS MEMBER MILESTONE CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF MEMBERSHIP

Your locally owned hire company.

Helping the building industry build the local community.

Portable Buildings & Toilets

Small Equipment

Small Earthmoving

Large Equipment

Vehicles

Attachments

Generators

www.civilconhire.com.au 40 Endurance Avenue, Queanbeyan NSW 2620 Call 6299 3551 info@civilconhire.com.au

CONTENTS

SPECIAL FEATURE: PROPERTY STYLING Take a look at some of our top tips for styling your home in this months very special property styling feature.

MASTER BUILDERS EXECUTIVE COUNCIL President Graciete Ferreira Treasurer Frank Porreca Acting Commercial Sector Chair Matthew Raymont Civil Contractors Council Chair Peter Middleton Residential Builders Council Chair Bryan Leeming Professional Consultants Council Chair John Nikolic Acting Subcontractors & Suppliers Council Chair Rosa Josifoski Group Training Advisory Committee Chair Rod Mitton MBA National Representative Simon Butt CEO Michael Hopkins Master Builders Association of the ACT 1 Iron Knob St, Fyshwick ACT 2609 PO Box 1211, Fyshwick ACT 2609 Tel: (02) 6175 5900 Fax: (02) 6280 9118 Email: canberra@mba.org.au Web: www.mba.org.au Advertising enquires Simon Farrell Tel: (02) 6175 5961 Mob: 0417 721 126 Email: sfarrell@mba.org.au Creative Consultant Pamela Slocum Mob: 0411 759 989 Web: pspamelaslocum.com Cover image Sympatico Property Styling

© This publication is copyright. No part of it may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means including electronic, mechanical photocopy, recording or otherwise without the permission of the Master Builders Association of the ACT. Disclaimer: readers are advised that the Master Builders Association of the ACT cannot be held responsible for the accuracy of statements made in advertising and editorial, nor the quality of the goods or services advertised.

Opinions expressed throughout the publication are the contributors own and do not necessarily reflect the views or policy of the Master Builders Association of the ACT.

20 FOREWORDS A message from the President

OF INTEREST 9

President of MBA ACT, Gracie Ferreira looks back on the year that was.

A message from the CEO

11

WHS Changes

34

An overview of the changes within the areas of Work Health & Safety.

A Message from the Commercial Director 12 Commercial Director, Liz Nair looks back on the Women in Trades Grant Program, which was achieved by MBA ACT this year.

Ashlee Berry, MBA ACT’s Legal and Compliance Director reviews the building and construction industry over the past year.

27

The Non-compliant building products monthly update.

MBA ACT CEO, Michael Hopkins shares some incredible news with the launch of 2019’s MBA Charity Home.

A message from the Legal and Compliance Director

NCP Newsletter

30 Year Spotlight Story

New Member Welcome 14

43

A 30-year spotlight story on MBA ACT member, Rod Mitton.

59

A peak at the newest members that have joined MBA ACT.

NEWS & EVENTS 2019 Building Excellence Awards Categories

44

The 2019 Building Excellence Awards Categories and key dates have been announced.

Charity House Update

65

See the details and photos from the Charity House lunch.

President’s Lunch Review Some of the attendees, speakers and sponsors from recent President’s Lunches.

68

There are some things that you can’t do anything about... the long cue for your morning coffee, the Raiders full time score, and you can’t do anything about the weather

But you can take steps to keep your site safe and secure with Gridlocks

Don’t wait for an “OH NO!” moment Let GRIDLOCKS, Canberra’s lock and site security specialists protect your site from vandals and thieves. Be confident in knowing that Gridlocks restricted key systems put you in control of who enters your site, and when.

• Padlocks, security chains – Gridlocks can supply personally branded padlocks* • Site security (CCTV) • The Keys to security – Gridlocks supply and install any key imaginable including restricted keys, key-alike doors • Supply of hardware – locks, door closers, door stops – if it locks it – Gridlocks supply it Secure your world Emergency Services 24/7

*A minimum order of 60 is required to have your brand etched into the padlock

Phone 6169 6575 Email admin @gridlocks.com.au

www.gridlocks.com.au

Most Reliable & Affordable Most Reliable & Affordable PH: 0411 443 499 PH: 0411 443 499

Canberra Yass Goulburn Bungendore Cooma Canberra Yass Goulburn Cooma Surrounding areas withinBungendore 200k ACT region Surrounding areas within 200k ACT region

Temporary Safety Fencing Temporary Fencing Temporary Safety Pool Fencing Temporary Pool Fencing PH 1300 788 899 PH 1300 788 899 www.actfencehire.com.au www.actfencehire.com.au

Residential & Commercial Residential & Commercial Crowd Control Barriers Crowd Control Barriers

WIN WIN

24hrs - 7 Days 24hrs - 7 Days

4 x Tickets to Clipsal 500 including 4 Pit x Tickets Clipsal 500 Garage. including Tour totothe Tickford

Tour to the Tickford Garage.

With your nextPit hire, mention this ad for your chance to win With your next hire, mention this ad for your chance to win

MBA ACT will lobby at both federal and local level against these and any other policies which we believe are bad for business and bad for the industry.

A MESSAGE FROM PRESIDENT, GRACIE FERREIRA

MBA celebrates membership milestones We recently held our annual dinner and I had great pleasure in handing out 21 certificates to members who this year celebrated significant membership milestones of 20, 25 and 30 years with MBA. We are immensely proud to have them as members and were very touched by their remarks on how the MBA had helped them throughout the years. We thank them for their loyalty!

Our member success stories demonstrate the depth and breadth of the MBA’s membership base from surveyors, residential and commercial builders, civil contractors, architects, building consultants and engineers, lawyers, suppliers and real estate services. All working together to deliver outcomes for the industry.

This time last year the MBA was going through a very difficult period and many hard-hitting decisions had to be made, decisions that we hoped would put the organisation back on track. We weren’t sure the measures would achieve the desired outcomes, but we certainly hoped they would. What we couldn’t do was sit back and hope for a miracle. Thanks to the unity and trust of the Board along with the tremendous efforts and unwavering enthusiasm of our CEO Michael, his management team and the great staff at MBA, I am very pleased to say that we have turned our fortunes around and are now in a much better position to deliver for our members, the industry and the community. I would like to express my gratitude to all the team.

I would also like to congratulate all those appointed to the Board after the recent sector Council elections. I look forward to welcoming the new members and to working with them. I would also like to thank the departing members who selflessly contributed to the MBA. MBA Australia recently launched its campaign against Labor’s policy to abolish negative gearing. One doesn’t have to be a Rhodes Scholar to know that this will have a detrimental impact on our industry. Abolish negative gearing and investors will find investment alternatives that provide better returns, thus reducing the rental supply which in turn increases the cost to renters making it harder for them to save the deposit for a house.

MBA ACT will lobby at both federal and local level against these and any other policies which we believe are bad for business and bad for the industry.

October saw us kick off our Women Working In Construction program sponsored by Snedden Hall & Gallop Lawyers.

This program aims to engage women in the building and construction industry. This includes women that work behind the scenes, on the front line, in management, in entry level roles or have an interest in construction. The program is tailored to them so they can meet and interact with other women, share advice and learn from others. Our first event was a resounding success and there are more planned for the coming year. Don’t miss out, contact the MBA and ask to be added to the mailing list.

Finally, I would like to wish everyone a very safe Christmas break and a prosperous 2019!

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

9

Helping you develop Australia’s future With a rich history of creating liveable and sustainable developments throughout VIC and NSW for more than 30 years, Australia’s largest privately owned property consultancy is now operating in the ACT.

For more information on working with us visit spiire.com.au Suite 5 | Level 1/243 Northbourne Ave, Lyneham ACT 2602 | t: +61 2 6102 1000 PLANNING | SURVEYING | ENGINEERING | LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

ACT NSW VIC

In Canberra, our membership has grown steadily from our establishment in 1925 to now represent more than 1,200 local small and family businesses.

A MESSAGE FROM CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, MICHAEL HOPKINS

MBA has raised more than $3 million for local charities The Master Builders Association makes an incredibly positive impact on the lives of many people.

In the last decade, the MBA has raised more than $3 million for local charities through the construction of three charity homes and a range of other fund raising activities.

Last month we were excited to announce our next MBA Charity Home which is being delivered with the generous support from Village Building Company and Hands Across Canberra. The 2019 MBA Charity Home was kindly launched

by Chief Minister Andrew Barr.

In Canberra, our membership has grown steadily from our establishment in 1925 to now represent more than 1,200 local small and family businesses. Our membership growth is occurring at a time when the trust in our large institutions is on the decline, Union membership has plummeted, and satisfaction with our political leaders is at an all time low.

Research repeatedly proves that the Master Builders brand is a trusted indicator of quality and integrity. We will be shortly commencing our 2018 membership survey and I encourage all members to respond to the online survey to help us improve our training, services and advocacy aims.

Over our 93 year history we have needed to constantly adjust our service offering to members as our industry and environment changes. Our industry has always been dominated by small and family businesses. Many small construction businesses are owned and managed by a husband and wife team, often with the assistance of other family members. In recognition of this, we have recently identified the need to engage deeper within our members organisation, and consequently in October we held the

inaugural Women Working In Construction event. Such was the success of this event that we will be holding a range of future Women Working In Construction events and developing a range of new membership services aimed at supporting our small business members.

While the MBA is focusing on supporting small business, during October the ACT Government passed controversial laws which will impose additional costs, uncertainty and red tape on these same small businesses. Amendments to the Work Health and Safety Act and the new Secure Local Jobs Package means that many local businesses will go into the Christmas break not knowing if they will be eligible for lucrative ACT government contracts in 2019.

Rest assured that the MBA will continue to work with the ACT government this year, and next, to help our members implement these new laws.

Finally, I would like to thank all of the members that attended the MBA Annual Dinner last month, especially those members that celebrated 20, 25 and 30 year membership milestones.

Our members are our core, and we thank all of our members that have again renewed their MBA membership and continue to support the MBA.

Our industry has always been dominated by small and family businesses.

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

11

It was a wonderful experience to see the overall impact that the program has had on these women.

A MESSAGE FROM THE COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR, LIZ NAIR

MBA enjoys success for Women in Trades Master Builders ACT was successful in gaining a government funded grant this year which allowed women interested in trying out a trade to come and get involved at MBA ACT. The program ran for four weeks and aimed to increase the number of women in male dominated trades, to increase the understanding of best practices for recruiting and retaining women in trades, and to improve the networking connections between apprentice employers and women.

MBA ACT President, Gracie Ferreira said that women are an essential part of the building and construction industry.

“I strongly believe that women have a lot to contribute to the industry and that they have certain traits that complement what the men are already doing. It should be about doing what you enjoy and love, and not about it being a male or female industry”, Gracie Ferreira said.

Participants of the program were provided with the opportunity to gain insight into a full range of experiences within the construction industry including structured training, hands on simulated work, and work site placements. The program allowed women to determine whether they would like to pursue a career in the construction industry. Program participant Anita Hac said the Women in Trades Program provided her with many opportunities.

Guideline Workshop participants

12

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

“Having completed a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture I knew I wanted to do more and expand my knowledge on the practical aspects. The Women in Trades program allowed me the opportunity to get a feel for what it would be like to work in a trade in the building and construction industry. I met wonderful people and networked with inspiring employers and employees”, Anita added.

One of the biggest goals we had for the program was to provide women with an inclusive worksite culture which is free of discrimination or bias. A participant of the program, Jess Pinney-Martin said that the program has given her a great sense of accomplishment and happiness.

“Following this program I was offered an apprenticeship with MBA which I am now six weeks into, and I can honestly say that this is the happiest I have been in a long while. Every day I am learning new things and can go home at the end of a work day and be proud of what I have accomplished”, Jess Pinney-Martin said.

One of the biggest goals we had for the program was to provide women with an inclusive worksite culture which is free of discrimination or bias.

It was a wonderful experience to see the overall impact that the program has had on these women. I enjoyed watching them overcome many personal barriers and seeing the positive impact their involvement in the program has had on their friendship circles and family groups. Since the completion of this incredible program, the MBA has employed 50% of the participants in apprenticeships.

MBA are always looking to improve equality and inclusiveness within the construction industry. We currently employ 50% of apprentice female carpenters in the ACT. Currently, only 10% of people working in non-traditional trades are women, my goal as MBA Commercial Director is to increase that to 20% over the next four years. We are well on the way to achieving this by offering fantastic programs like this and having the support of our Board, leadership team, staff and members.

Following on from the great success of the 2018 Women in Trades Grant Program, MBA ACT looks forward to being able to provide more opportunities to women wanting to enter the building and construction industry.

MBA is always looking to improve gender equality and inclusiveness within the construction industry.

Sophia Sako undertaking practical training on site at MBA Fyshwick

MBA carpentry trainer Ben Scanlon assisting program participant, Maddison Gibbons undertake practical training on site at MBA Fyshwick

Anita Hac undertaking practical training on site at MBA Fyshwick

Graduation Day of Program

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

13

The building and construction sector is now the fourth highest industry contributing to the ACT economy, at 6% of GDP in ACT, the largest it has ever been.

A MESSAGE FROM THE LEGAL AND COMPLIANCE DIRECTOR, ASHLEE BERRY

2018: Year in Review There has never been a more interesting time to be in the building and construction industry in Canberra.

The building and construction sector is now the fourth highest industry contributing to the ACT economy, at 6% of GDP in ACT, the largest it has ever been. The construction of private dwellings has also been increasing rapidly over the 2016–17 and 2017–18 years but is likely to moderate over the next few. Despite the boom, there is growing concern amongst the MBA and our members about the recent legislation enacted by the ACT Government, in particular the amendments to the Work Health and Safety Act 2011 (ACT) and the implementation of the Secure Local Jobs Code. The prompt action that the ACT Government has taken on these issues is in stark contrast to the delays and slow action on important issues such as Building Quality.

BUILDING QUALITY The closing date for submissions into the Inquiry into Building Quality in the ACT has now been extended numerous times and will close on 30 November. At the time of going to print, the MBA is finalising our submissions which will be available on our website (www.mba.org.au).

14

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

A report from the University of NSW released by the ACT Committee inquiring into ACT building quality estimates that for every $100 million spent on construction, over $5 million is wasted as a result of poor building quality. If this figure was applied to the value of construction work completed in the ACT since 2010, the cost of poor building quality has been $995 million. Poor building quality has a significant financial cost on consumers, industry and governments, however the financial impact does not factor in the stress on home owners, and the commercial impact on subcontractors and small businesses who can’t compete with operators who cut corners on quality and safety. The MBA has consulted widely with our members, community groups and other industry professionals to identify solutions to the ACT’s building quality problem.

Ultimately, the MBA is calling for the introduction of engineer, building designer and trade contractor registration and licensing, mandated continuing professional development training, and minimum design and documentation reforms to be introduced as a priority. The ACT Government should also ensure existing building laws are enforced and a wellresourced and timely complaints process is implemented.

WHS AMENDMENTS The ACT Government has passed legislation that will come into force on 1 January 2019 that will see the ACT depart from the model-WHS laws that came into effect almost ten years ago. The new laws apply to all construction projects over the value of $5 million. Further information about these laws can be found on page 34.

SECURE LOCAL JOBS The ACT Government passed the Government Procurement (Secure Local Jobs) Amendment Bill 2018 on 25 October 2018, despite opposition from the MBA and other industry associations that represent small businesses across various industries in the ACT. The legislation, which enacts the Secure Local Jobs Code, ultimately responds to a bullying campaign run by local Unions and will do very little to ensure that local jobs and businesses remain secure.

Our concerns are threefold: >> The legislation increases red tape, which will have a detrimental effect on local businesses and local jobs; >> The legislation will impact the cost of construction and other services in the ACT; and >> The legislation conflicts with Commonwealth legislation, including but not limited to the Fair Work Act 2009 and the Code for the Tendering and Performance of Building Work 2016.

A number of the concerns we have raised regarding the conflict between the new ACT laws and the Commonwealth laws have not yet been answered. In fact, the actual Secure Local Jobs Code, which contains the crucial sections about what contractors need to do in order to comply with the new legislation, has not yet been finalised or released. This means that local Canberra businesses will start 2019 not knowing what they need to do in order to comply with the new ACT procurement legislation, nor will they know whether they can continue to tender for lucrative ACT Government contracts and also comply with existing Federal building code requirements.

It is clear that in this case, the ACT Government has backed the interests of big Unions over small business. The MBA requested that the government extend the commencement date for the new laws by six months to give small business (and the Government) time to prepare for the new procurement rules, which include mandatory audits. Unfortunately, this request was ignored.

The MBA will continue to advocate on behalf of members in relation to the Secure Local Jobs Code. At the end of the day, every requirement of the new ACT procurement rules is already covered by an existing law. This new legislation is simply a law to comply with existing laws (with some rewording to create greater rights for unions), which is the very definition of red tape. The new ACT procurement rules will add uncertainty, time and cost to the process of tendering for ACT Government work, meaning many Canberra based small businesses will simply not bother.

The MBA will continue to advocate on behalf of members in relation to the Secure Local Jobs Code.

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

15

NEGATIVE GEARING & CGT POLICIES TO IMPACT HOUSING

Independent economic modelling commissioned by Master Builders Australia has revealed that Federal Labor’s policies on negative gearing and capital gains tax (CGT) will not increase the supply of new housing or create new jobs in the building industry.

The impact of Labor’s negative gearing and CGT policies in the ACT would be: >> Up to 900 less new homes built over 5 years from the implementation of the Labor’s policies >> Building activity would be reduced by $250m >> The loss of the equivalent of 680 full time jobs Master Builders has called on the ALP to rethink their policies in the light of this new research and a changed housing market. Australia cannot afford for housing supply, building activity and employment to go backwards.

Cadence Economics was commissioned by Master Builders Australia to test Labor’s claims that its policy to restrict negative gearing to investments in new housing and halve the capital gains tax (CGT) discount to 25 per cent for all properties will increase the supply of new housing and employment in the building industry.

The results of the modelling show that within five years of Labor’s property tax policy being implemented the construction of new housing would fall in all states and territories and employment would fall over the same period.

Master Builders Australia CEO Denita Wawn said, “Labor has previously stated their policies would boost new dwelling construction “by thousands of new homes each year”. On the other hand independent modelling by Cadence Economics shows that Labor’s policy would mean up to 42,000 fewer new homes would be built over the five years following the implementation of Labor’s policies, resulting in a reduction in the value of residential building activity of between $2.8 billion and $11.8 billion.”

Home renovations would also be hit by an expected reduction of between $50 million to $210 million in activity over a five year period. Inevitably this would mean a fall in employment which is expected to be between 7,200 and 32,000 less jobs across the country,” she said.

16

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

TRANSFORM

YOUR RIDE

Adventure X Wildtrak $12,990 Grille Insert Door Sills Wheels & Tyres Flares Side Steps ECU Tune (169kW) Exhaust Rhino Bar Tailgate Badge

169KW

| 3.5T | 564NM TOWING CAPACITY

Adventure X XLT $14,990 Grille Insert Door Sills Wheels & Tyres Flares Side Steps ECU Tune (169kW) Exhaust Rhino Bar Tailgate Badge Black Out Kit Grille Surround Sports Bar Soft Tonneau

CALL 1800 842 536

Available at Tickford Enhancement Centres nationwide

tickford.com.au

*3yr/100,000km Tickford driveline warranty. 12 month/20,000km Tickford parts warranty

The Secret to Maximising Your Sale Price There’s property styling, and then there’s property styling that actually enhances the perceived value of a home.

When presenting a home for sale, property styling can make a huge impact on your final sale price. Get it wrong and you may be missing out on potential buyers. Get it right and it may just be the best investment you ever make.

Sympatico Property Styling is Canberra’s newest boutique property stylist. Mother and daughter team Debra and Nicky specialise in increasing the value of Canberra homes by appealing to buyers through designer property styling. Now, this duo is lending their expertise to Canberra’s high-end residential property market.

Using carefully curated pieces, Sympatico lifts the perceived value of a home in the mind of the buyer. Their luxe aesthetic appeals to discerning buyers with an appreciation of design and a classic sense of elegance.

In browsing through images of Sympatico’s past projects, it’s clear they don’t do anything by halves. When preparing homes for sale, Sympatico’s styling is elegant and

exemplary – think: designer furniture with generous proportions and awe-inspiring art pieces, complemented with luxe accents.

Each and every corner is carefully considered.

Each home is treated as a unique project with styling tailored to enhance the personality of the space. They set the mood and atmosphere, fostering a connection with stunning interiors and exteriors. Potential buyers will quite literally aspire to be living there – the ideal scenario to close a sale.

Looking to increase the perceived value of your next project?

The results speak for themselves.

Brett Hayman, Principal of Australia’s No. 1 Medium Agency says, “We recently achieved $300,000 over the owner’s expectations prior to auction on a home styled by Sympatico.”

A partnership with Sympatico might just be the best decision you make.

To contact Sympatico, phone Debra on 0418 333 963 or Nicky on 0425 371 206, or email debra@sympaticointeriors.com.au.

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

19

F E AT U R E

A R T I C L E

Property Styling

When decorating your own home, it’s not the latest trends that should be at the forefront of your design choices. The inspiration should come from you. It’s all about what you love and how you live. It’s personal. You can give new life to the bits and pieces you’ve accumulated over the years by adding splashes of colour and quirky accessories. Bringing out the personality in your tired but loved items will provide a whole new look on a budget. Having said all of that, the priority should always be making your interior spaces functional. If it doesn’t serve a purpose, ask yourself “Do I really need it”?

MBA is proud of the achievements of their members, none more so than Journey Home, on being awarded Australian House and Garden Magazine’s TOP 50 Rooms 2018. Journey Home was the only Canberra Interior Designer selected.

20

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

Photography by Maree Homera

Journey Home’s 1960s revival Rumpus room project combined both interior design and styling that was inspired by the client’s collection of artifacts from PNG. The project was included in Australian House and Garden Top 50 rooms awards for 2018.

Principal designer Nadine Neilson attended the awards luncheon in Vaucluse House, Sydney. While accepting her Award, Nadine said she was privileged to meet other award-winning national designers.

“This award speaks to me and hopefully to like-minded clients looking to create homes that inspire them every day. The award was especially important as it recognizes design that is layered and along classic lines for lasting effect.” Nadine Neilson said Nadine went on to say that while her rooms are installed for long term enjoyment by the owners, she respects the work of property stylists who dress homes for the real estate market and is amazed at the value they add in a short period of time.

When dressing a house for sale of course it’s a whole new ball game. Not everyone will share your style. So, stick with a neutral, but not a boring palette. Add furniture that is timeless so that it will appeal to a broader market. The way the property is styled should still make the viewer’s heart skip a beat, however it shouldn’t be polarising.

Include fresh flowers and scented candles. Make sure the fruit bowl is laden with fresh appetising produce and hang matching towels neatly in the bathrooms. The little things make a difference. Remember you’re selling a lifestyle upgrade, as much as anything else, so keep the style simple and elegant with a touch of charm that makes it memorable.

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

21

F E AT U R E

A R T I C L E

Property Styling “It’s not unusual for clients to purchase all the furniture, artwork and accessories we use when styling homes. This suits us, because we like to add to our collection on a regular basis”.

Debra Nowell, Design Director at Sympatico Property Styling said.

“ Innovatively styled interiors provide creative and functional points of difference.”

Jennifer Angelatos, Senior Interior Architect and Managing Director, Core Interiors

STYLED TO SELL When you walk into an older property with mismatched furniture, a dull décor and chaos everywhere, it’s easy to miss the great bones hiding underneath the clutter. On the other hand, if you walk into the same home that has been beautifully styled with contemporary furniture and clever storage, it’s much easier to overlook the flaws, and to see the potential.

Even a brand-new home, without furniture or styling can miss the target. There is anecdotal evidence that properties sell faster and achieve a better financial result when they are well styled. It’s almost impossible to get inspiring photos in an empty house, and the viewing experience is not nearly as stimulating. Not everyone is creative, not everyone can see the possibilities of a blank canvas, but everyone will appreciate a beautifully styled home.

Love at first sight cannot be underestimated in real estate. If the buyer feels an immediate connection, and can really see themselves in the home, they will likely act fast and pay a premium for fear of missing out.

Debra Nowell from Sympatico Property Styling agrees with the ‘love at first sight’ adage. Not swayed by trends, Debra’s philosophy is that good design, is like falling in love – you just know when it feels right.

22

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

Property styling has certainly come a long way in the last decade, due in no small way to the glut of renovation shows on our television screens. Shows like ‘Selling Houses Australia’, ‘Love it or List it’ and ‘The Block’ among others, stimulate and inspire. Of course, it’s never quite as easy as these shows would have you believe, although when you work with an experienced property stylist you can achieve outstanding results. Property Styling is now being considered an essential part of the sales strategy when releasing a property onto the market.

Jennifer Angelatos from Core Interiors says that “thoughtfully fashioned spaces, whether residential or commercial add inestimable value, not only to your property, indeed to your lives as well. I’m also very confident that high quality designs such as those offered by Core Interiors will stand the test of time.”

Property developers and prominent estate agents are calling on professional stylists to create engaging spaces that will inspire buyers. The most accomplished property stylists work with each property in isolation. A blank canvas if you like. By tailoring their approach to complement the property’s architecture and layout, each property will have a unique personality. There’s little doubt that well styled properties are more motivating, and will more often than not, achieve exceptional results.

STYLED! SHOWN! SOLD! Many real estate and property development specialists believe that professional property stylers are precious commodities.

Why? Because properties dressed to impress, appeal to more buyers, sell faster and for a higher price.

The Weekend Australian ran an article in 2017 on the merits of investing money into a property when selling, and the importance of styling to improve the sale value of a home.

Leading Australian real estate agent, John McGrath, commented that almost 25% of home sellers are engaging a home stylist to help them prepare their house, and that most people spend between $3000 and $8000 which can net a return of between 5% to 10% increase in the sale price. John McGrath also added that at the very least, re-styling your property for sale will help it sell a lot quicker. Source Home Staging Australia There is little doubt that talented property stylists can deliver an extraordinary property for sale. They will select furniture and accessories for maximum impact. Elegant styling will assist in achieving a higher return, making styling a sound financial investment.

SHOW

R

SPECIALIST SUPPLIER TO THE STUDENT ACCOMMODATION PROVIDERS

OOM S TRAD E O N L Y B Y APP

OINTM ONLY ENT

COMMERCIAL SHOWROOMS DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR ARCHITECTS, DESIGNERS, BUILDERS, DEVELOPERS & PLUMBERS

BATHROOM / LAUNDRY ITEMS KITCHEN / COOKING APPLIANCES BARBECUES / OUTDOOR LIVING

360° VIEW

REFRIGERATION / WINE CABINETS TAPWARE & ACCESSORIES

Explore products at our Mitchell and Taren Point showrooms through our online virtual reality tours

HOT WATER SYSTEMS SOLAR PRODUCTS AIR CONDITIONING SMART HOME AUTOMATION

3 n

Our direction is to supply the best products from the best suppliers at the best prices with the best pre-sales Service and the best after-sales Service!

FURNITURE FIXTURES

COMMERCIAL FF&E AND EQUIPMENT

WE ALSO SUPPLY TO: • H o u s i ng D e velopments • p ub s & C lub s • A pA rtments & s ervi CeD A pA rtments • r etirement v illA g e s • o f f iC e b oArD rooms • H otels & m o tels • p romotion C ompAnies • g overnment D epArtments • f ACtories • m ining C Amps • s porting o rgAnisAtions • s CHools & u niversities • H ospitAls

ACT SHOWROOM 31 Dacre Street Mitchell ACT FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: JUSTIN DUBYNA 0438 482 590 | 02 6202 2000 | justin.dubyna@au.harveynorman.com

w w w. h a r v e y n o r m a n commercial. c o m . a u HN0828_ACT_CanberraBuilder_FullPgAd_issue4nov.indd 1

24/10/18 12:09 pm

The Asset Construction Hire team wishes the MBA, its members, and all our customers, a very...

Merry Christmas! and we look forward to seeing you in the New Year!

NAWIC OCTOBER 2018 LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT

Changing the Future for Women in the Construction Industry.

2018 ANNUAL AWARDS NIGHT NAWIC ACT was thrilled to celebrate our Annual Awards Night on the 14th of September as a sold-out event for 400 at the National Arboretum. As always, it was a great event, celebrating the achievements of women in construction in the ACT from the excellent field of nominees.

This year’s Award Winners are: >> 2018 Lendlease Crystal Vision Award: Graciete Ferreira, Master Builders ACT and Pacific Formwork >> CIT Skilled Woman of the Year: Chloe Potts, Construction Control >> Turner Townsend Award for Innovation: Capri Cross, Lendlease >> Built Award for Achievement in the Construction Industry: Sheree Logan, Lendlease >> Ginninderry Tradeswoman of the Year: Louisa Hou, Designcraft >> Lysaght Mentor of the Year: Emma Sckrabei, Riverview Projects ACT >> Morris Legal Group Emerging Leader: Zoe Lewis, RPS Group Photos from the event can be found on the NAWIC ACT Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram pages.

We receive tremendous support from our Sponsors, welcoming many companies onboard as new sponsors this year, to back NAWIC in the work it does offering networking opportunities, encouraging knowledge transfer, education and inspiration to members, and advocating on behalf of women in construction to industry and government.

AUSTRALIAN GENDER EQUALITY COUNCIL Further to the topic of advocacy, NAWIC is proud to announce its membership to the Australian Gender Equality Council (AGEC).

AGEC is Australia’s first independent, national body dedicated to driving gender equality. We are committed to creating the same rights and opportunities for women when it comes to pay, superannuation, the workplace and society.

The members of NAWIC form part of AGEC’s member network of over 500,000 women and girls. Working together, we aim to drive a cultural shift in Australia’s attitudes towards gender equality through national campaigns, underpinned by rigorous empirical research.

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

25

A QUICK TIP TO SAVE ON A TIPPER.

Isuzu’s Ready-to-Work Tipper range includes 12 models, so you’ll find the right truck to handle just about any load you can throw at it.

And you won’t have to throw too much cash at it, either, because there’s special deals available while stocks last. All tippers come ready to do serious work with an auto release two-way tailgate, and a 20 second up/down hydraulic hoist, along with a host of other Isuzu features.

1 Lorn Road, Queanbeyan, ACT 2620 Phone: (02) 6297 3862 canberratrucks.com.au License Number: 18950

FSA/ISZ12140

ISUZU READY-TO-WORK TIPPER RANGE.

OCTOBER OCTOBER OCTOBER OCTOBER 2018 2018 2018 2018 NCP NCP NCP NCP MONTHLY MONTHLY MONTHLY MONTHLY UPDATE UPDATE UPDATE UPDATE

NCP NCPMonthly MonthlyUpdate Update Why Why Why Whythe the the theneed need need needto to to torespond respond respond respondto to to toissues issues issues issuesregarding regarding regarding regardingnon-conforming non-conforming non-conforming non-conforming and and and andnon-compliant non-compliant non-compliant non-compliantbuilding building building buildingproducts products products products(NCPs)?

(NCPs)?

(NCPs)?

(NCPs)?

The The The The Building Building Building Building and and and and construction construction construction construction industry industry industry industry losses losses losses losses an an anan estimated estimated estimated estimated $4.9 $4.9 $4.9 $4.9 Billion Billion Billion Billion per per per per annum annum annum annum from from from from the the the the importation importation importation importation and and and and application application application application ofof ofsubstandard ofsubstandard substandard substandard products products products products and and and and services. services. services. services.

Building Building Building Building and and and and construction construction construction construction companies companies companies companies are are are are required required required required toto torepair torepair repair repair and and and and replace replace replace replace goods goods goods goods and and and and oror oror redo redo redo redo services services services services which which which which erodes erodes erodes erodes profit profit profit profit margin margin margin margin and and and and inin insome insome some some cases cases cases cases results results results results inin inliquidation. inliquidation. liquidation. liquidation.

The The The The federal federal federal federal parliamentary parliamentary parliamentary parliamentary inquiry inquiry inquiry inquiry that that that that commenced commenced commenced commenced inin in2015 in2015 2015 2015 highlighted highlighted highlighted highlighted the the the the risks risks risks risks and and and and losses losses losses losses which which which which occur occur occur occur from from from from importing importing importing importing substandard, substandard, substandard, substandard, non-conforming non-conforming non-conforming non-conforming and and and and nonnonnonnoncompliant compliant compliant compliant building building building building products. products. products. products.

Repairing Repairing Repairing Repairing the the the the 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 buildings buildings buildings buildings that that that that have have have have applied applied applied applied the the the the nonnonnonnonconforming conforming conforming conforming and and and and non-compliant non-compliant non-compliant non-compliant flammable flammable flammable flammable aluminium aluminium aluminium aluminium composite composite composite composite panels panels panels panels isisisestimated isestimated estimated estimated toto toto be be bebe $3 $3 $3 $3 toto to$5 to$5 $5 $5 billion billion billion billion alone. alone. alone. alone.

Testing Testing Testing Testing laboratories laboratories laboratories laboratories and and and and conformity conformity conformity conformity assessment assessment assessment assessment bodies bodies bodies bodies (CABs) (CABs) (CABs) (CABs) have have have have also also also also advised advised advised advised that that that that they they they they have have have have witnessed witnessed witnessed witnessed many many many many false false false false and and and and doctored doctored doctored doctored certifications certifications certifications certifications inin inthe inthe the the marketplace. marketplace. marketplace. marketplace.

Builders Builders Builders Builders now now now now have have have have toto totake totake take take appropriate appropriate appropriate appropriate preliminary preliminary preliminary preliminary steps steps steps steps toto toshow toshow show show that that that that they they they they have have have have checked checked checked checked the the the the certificates certificates certificates certificates they they they they have have have have received received received received for for for for authenticity authenticity authenticity authenticity and and and and exclusion exclusion exclusion exclusion clauses. clauses. clauses. clauses.

The The The The insurance insurance insurance insurance market market market market isisisincreasing isincreasing increasing increasing premiums premiums premiums premiums by by byby up up up up toto to80% to80% 80% 80% per per per per year year year year inin insome insome some some cases cases cases cases toto torespond torespond respond respond toto torisk torisk risk risk perceived perceived perceived perceived with with with with the the the the use use use use ofof ofhigh ofhigh high high risk risk risk risk non-conforming non-conforming non-conforming non-conforming products products products products and and and and non-compliant non-compliant non-compliant non-compliant building building building building activity activity activity activity inin inthe inthe the the construction construction construction construction sector. sector. sector. sector.

One One One One building building building building company company company company has has has has become become become become insolvent insolvent insolvent insolvent and and and and another another another another the the the the subject subject subject subject ofof ofof legal legal legal legal proceedings. proceedings. proceedings. proceedings.

Both Both Both Both companies companies companies companies have have have have been been been been subject subject subject subject toto toto aluminium aluminium aluminium aluminium cladding cladding cladding cladding building building building building rectification rectification rectification rectification orders. orders. orders. orders.

The The The The outcomes outcomes outcomes outcomes ofof ofof legal legal legal legal proceedings proceedings proceedings proceedings will will will will establish establish establish establish the the the the benchmark benchmark benchmark benchmark on on on on who’s who’s who’s who’s liable liable liable liable for for for for the the the the cost cost cost cost ofof ofof cladding cladding cladding cladding rectification. rectification. rectification. rectification.

Governments Governments Governments Governments around around around around the the the the country country country country are are are are responding responding responding responding through through through through audits, audits, audits, audits, rectification rectification rectification rectification ororororders ders ders ders and and and and regulatory regulatory regulatory regulatory reform. reform. reform. reform.

Master Master Master Master Builders Builders Builders Builders has has has has established established established established aaanational national anational national committee committee committee committee toto toto coordinate coordinate coordinate coordinate advocacy advocacy advocacy advocacy across across across across the the the the member member member member network network network network on on on on NCPs NCPs NCPs NCPs and and and and building building building building regulation. regulation. regulation. regulation.

What’s What’s What’shappened? happened? happened?

Master Master Master Master Builders Builders Builders Builders established established established established the the the the national national national national Non-Conforming Non-Conforming Non-Conforming Non-Conforming and and and and Non-Compliant Non-Compliant Non-Compliant Non-Compliant Building Building Building Building Products Products Products Products (NCP) (NCP) (NCP) (NCP) Committee Committee Committee Committee inin inin August August August August 2017.

2017.

2017.

2017.

The The The The Committee Committee Committee Committee has has has has been been been been contributing contributing contributing contributing toto topolicy topolicy policy policy advocacy advocacy advocacy advocacy and and and and coordinating coordinating coordinating coordinating action action action action across across across across the the the the Master Master Master Master Builders Builders Builders Builders network. network. network. network.

During During During During this this this this period period period period the the the the Committee Committee Committee Committee has has has has led led led led the the the the development development development development ofof ofpolicy ofpolicy policy policy principles principles principles principles around around around around NCPs; NCPs; NCPs; NCPs; and and and and the the the the Master Master Master Master Builders Builders Builders Builders response response response response toto tothe tothe the the Building Building Building Building Ministers Ministers Ministers Ministers Building Building Building Building Confidence Confidence Confidence Confidence report report report report into into into into compliance compliance compliance compliance and and and and enforcement enforcement enforcement enforcement inin inin the the the the building building building building regime. regime. regime. regime.

national national national national register register register register and and and and product product product product auditing; auditing; auditing; auditing; national national national national licensing, licensing, licensing, licensing, greater greater greater greater coordination coordination coordination coordination and and and and aaa a national national national national approach; approach; approach; approach; greater greater greater greater accountability accountability accountability accountability across across across across the the the the supply supply supply supply chain; chain; chain; chain; better better better better availability availability availability availability ofof ofstandards; ofstandards; standards; standards; director director director director identification identification identification identification numbers numbers numbers numbers for for for for illegal illegal illegal illegal phoenixing, phoenixing, phoenixing, phoenixing, increasing increasing increasing increasing protection protection protection protection for for for for end-users; end-users; end-users; end-users; and and and and aaagreater greater agreater greater role role role role for for for for the the the the Federal Federal Federal Federal Safety Safety Safety Safety Commissioner.

Commissioner.

Commissioner.

Commissioner.

Both Both Both Both the the the the Coalition Coalition Coalition Coalition Government Government Government Government and and and and Labor Labor Labor Labor Opposition Opposition Opposition Opposition broadly broadly broadly broadly support support support support the the the the recommendations recommendations recommendations recommendations from from from from the the the the parliamentary parliamentary parliamentary parliamentary inquiry. inquiry. inquiry. inquiry.

Most Most Most Most ofof ofthe ofthe the the recommendations recommendations recommendations recommendations Since Since Since Since the the the the Master Master Master Master Builders Builders Builders Builders NCP NCP NCP NCP have have have have been been been been picked picked picked picked up up up up inin inthe inthe the the Committee Committee Committee Committee was was was was established, established, established, established, the the the the Building Building Building Building Minsters Minsters Minsters Minsters report, report, report, report, Building Building Building Building Confidence: Confidence: Confidence: Confidence: Improving Improving Improving Improving federal federal federal federal parliamentary parliamentary parliamentary parliamentary inquiry inquiry inquiry inquiry the the the the effectiveness effectiveness effectiveness effectiveness ofof ofcompliance ofcompliance compliance compliance handed handed handed handed down down down down its its itsits response response response response and and and and enforcement enforcement enforcement enforcement systems systems systems systems for for for for toto toconcerns toconcerns concerns concerns around around around around NCPs. NCPs. NCPs. NCPs. ItItItIt the the the the building building building building and and and and construction construction construction construction recommended recommended recommended recommended aaanumber number anumber number ofof ofof industry industry industry industry across across across across Australian, Australian, Australian, Australian, measures, measures, measures, measures, including: including: including: including: banning banning banning banning released released released released inin inFebruary inFebruary February February 2018.

2018.

2018.

2018. polyethylene polyethylene polyethylene polyethylene core core core core aluminium aluminium aluminium aluminium Master Master Master Master Builders Builders Builders Builders made made made made cladding cladding cladding cladding products; products; products; products; mandatory mandatory mandatory mandatory submissions submissions submissions submissions toto toboth toboth both both processes. processes. processes. processes. third third third third party party party party certification; certification; certification; certification; aaa a MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

27

OCTOBER 2018 NCP MONTHLY UPDATE

MBA in responce to the parliamentary inquiry report has advocated for: •

Consistency and simplification of state and territory laws.

•

Reasonable, practical and fair shared responsibility provisions.

•

Registration of trade contractors.

•

Better pathways for testing and verifying products (product certification, registration, labelling).

•

Accountability across the supply chain (those who specify buildings architects, designers, engineers).

•

Clear requirements for design documentation and building certification.

•

Better regulator feedback on failures in the system.

•

Improved readability and access to referenced standards.

The Building Confidence report makes a number of recommendations calling for national consistency around registration and training of practitioners (builders but not tradesmen); mandatory point in time inspection; measures to strengthen independence of builders and building surveyors; improving the quality of design and construction information; and provision of broad powers for building regulators to audit building work and take effective compliance and enforcement action.

Master Builders response to the Building Confidence report is focusing on recommendations that:

28

•

Recognise the value chain in applying requirements for design practitioners.

•

Establish clearer requirements for project documentation.

•

Apply a focus on best practice in building inspection, education and training.

•

Develop a centralised information source on products.

•

Produce a national dictionary of building terminology.

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

Master Builders CEO Denita Wawn has been appointed to an industry reference group that is reporting directly to Building Ministers on the implementation of the Building Confidence report. At the first meeting of the reference group, Master Builders led debate on key areas that BMF has agreed to focus on immediately. These include recommendations around: •

Registration, licensing and training.

•

Measures for building surveyors.

•

Responsibility of design practitioners (engineers and architects).

States and Territories are continuing their respective cladding audits, issuing rectification orders, and introducing regulatory reforms that introduce chain of responsibility obligations or that ban/restrict use of ACPs.

All states and territories have committed to restricting the use of aluminium cladding on buildings. NSW has taken the strongest action by imposing a building product use ban that prohibits the use of aluminium composite panels with a core comprised of greater than 30 per cent polyethylene by mass in any external cladding, external wall, external insulation, façade or rendered finish in certain multi storey buildings, subject to specific exceptions.

The 2016 National Construction Code (NCC) includes an out of cycle amendment that clarifies concessions for bonded laminate materials and introduces a new standard for wall assembly testing. The 2019 NCC removes deemed to satisfy concessions for bonded laminate materials.

To assist industry to better understand processes available

OCTOBER 2018 NCP MONTHLY UPDATE

to verify the suitability of materials, the Australian Building Codes Board has produced an Evidence of Suitability Handbook.

The Handbook is a non-mandatory guide that includes references on what tools can be used to demonstrate product compliance.

The Handbook is available at: http://www.abcb.gov.au/Resources/Publications/EducationTraining/Evidence-of-Suitability Master Builders Queensland is leading work with support from national office on testing product information templates in the ABCB Evidence of Suitability Handbook with product manufacturers and suppliers; certifiers and other industry stakeholders. The expectation is for Master Builders to establish partnerships with key parties in the chain of responsibility on a standard form of required information and a practical industry response to improving compliance. Chemistry Australia members, for example, are developing product technical statements in consultation with MBA on polyurethane foam products such as sandwich and insulation panels.

Other activities and tools being developed to assist in sourcing better product and checking authenticity of products, include: •

•

Master Builders NSW, national office and JASANZ are engaged in a pilot program testing materials and information available on a global product market place for certified products. This involves consultation with product manufacturers and suppliers and builders and free access for the member network to the business services offered in this marketplace. The link to the product marketplace for further information is: https://www.qualitytrade.com

Where to next Master Builders is continuing to engage with Government on audit and reform activity including the following: Building Ministers implementing recommendations in the Building Confidence report over the next three years.

Standards Australia development of a labelling standard for aluminium cladding products.

The Building Regulatory Forum (reporting to Building Ministers) review of state and territory responsibilities for rectification of non-compliant building work.

Senior officials (reporting to Building Ministers) developing options for an Australia-wide approach on professional indemnity insurance.

Master Builders is working with product manufacturers/suppliers and others in the building and construction supply chain to develop a consistent view on what’s needed in product technical statements.

Master Builders will continue to seek feedback through the national NCP committee and broader member network on the impact of building regulation policy and regulatory change on the sector.

NATSPEC has launched a National Construction Products Register that provides a tool for all industry parties to check verification of authenticity of product conformance certificates. Around one thousand products are listed on the webpage. Refer to the NCPR website for more information: http://www.ncpr.com.au

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

29

The Top Five TECHNOLOGY TIPS for your Small Business

The everchanging world of technology can be overwhelming when choosing what software, social media, applications and devices you might need for your small business. Knowing what technology can assist your business to reach full operating capacity is a difficult task.

We have found some tips on technology that could be the key to success for your small business.

30

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

TIP 1

CLOUD STORAGE

Being able to access documents on the go is an essential for small businesses when it comes to meetings. Cloud storage has many advantages in small businesses, including accessibility, as you can access files from anywhere as long as you have an internet connection. Along with ease of accessibility, files can be sent through a link, rather than a document in emails.

TIP 2

WEARABLE TECHNOLOGY

TIP 4

SOCIAL MEDIA

Social media has allowed small businesses to create their own online presence and use platforms to market their businesses.

However, not every social media platform is suitable for all small businesses. Discovering where your market is and what type of content, they want to see is essential to small businesses. Some social media channels where your main market may be are: >> Instagram >> Facebook >> Twitter >> LinkedIn

The evolution of wearable technology has come a long way in recent years, Smartwatches are now a way of the future and can even be used to benefit your small business.

Smartwatches have a multitude of uses within the workplace and can be used to: >> Remind you of upcoming meetings

>> YouTube It may not be necessary for your business to have all of these channels, instead it could be beneficial to focus time and energy into a few, in order to grow your target audience and in turn, your customer base. Which leads to the next tip… how to find your target audience using analytics.

>> Receive relevant industry news straight to your Smartwatch >> Receive emails and calendar alerts on the go

TIP 5

ANALYTICS

TIP 3

APPLICATIONS

Some incredible applications have been designed to assist you in the day to day issues that you might face within your business.

From applications that can schedule your social media posts months in advance to a basic graphic design source, you can find a variety of applications to assist your businesses needs.

Some helpful applications to get you started:

Social media is a key force in reaching your target audience, but how do you know who your target audience is and if your messages are reaching them? The answer is analytics.

When using social media platforms such as Facebook and Instagram, it’s a great idea to invest some time in learning the full potential of using analytics. Some of the great information analytics allows you to discover about your audience is: >> Which demographic is ‘liking’ your page in terms of age, gender and location.

>> Canva – An easy to use application which proves to be a great source for creating flyers, presentations, posters, logos and more. Canva allows you to use your own images or you can choose from a variety available on the website.

>> The length of time users are spending on your website or social media pages.

>> Hootsuite – A brilliantly simple social media management tool which allows you to schedule your content in advance, making it easier for you to focus on other areas of the business while reaching your target audience. Hootsuite connects with a variety of social networks including Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube.

Generally, analytics tools are free, making it a great addition for small businesses to utilise in order to reach their target audience.

>> The type of content users are engaging with on social media through likes comments and shares.

>> Asana – A great tool to use within small businesses to organise workflow, assign projects and organise meetings.

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

31

Cbus makes super easy for your business We are here to meet your business’ super needs by providing: simple and easy super administration reliable service and support a strong super fund for you and your employees For your business super needs contact: Contact Tim for your business super needs Tim Waterson Business Superannuation Consultant, ACT 0413 636 750

tim.waterson@cbussuper.com.au

Read the relevant Cbus Product Disclosure Statement and other related documents to decide whether Cbus is right for you. Call 1300 361 784 or visit www.cbussuper.com.au for a copy.

Cbus’ Trustee: United Super Pty Ltd ABN 46 006 261 623 AFSL 233792 Cbus ABN 75 493 363 262.

match

A perfect for your commercial project Winning Commercial is proud to work with Electrolux to deliver outstanding kitchen and laundry solutions for your project. This collaboration aligns Winning’s commitment to service with the impressive suite of brands in the Electrolux stable - including AEG, Westinghouse and Vintec. As a result, you have an incredible choice of appliances at your disposal matched to the experience and insight to help you find those that best suit your requirements. Offering exceptional standards for the commercial sector, this partnership will take your development to the next level.

Talk to us about your project today! winningcommercial.com.au 1300 070 070

Work Health & Safety Overview Every year, October is National Safe Work Month. This year, the theme was “a moment is all it takes” – it only takes a moment for an injury or fatality to occur, yet it only takes a moment to choose the safe option. The MBA team attended a number of events in support of National Safe Work Month, including the ACT / NSW Cross Border Construction Breakfast on 26 October, a seminar for WHS Managers and Professionals on Occupational Cancer, and a Trivia Night hosted by PBS Advisory in support of OzHelp. To the surprise of many, the MBA team claimed victory on the night and were thrilled to provide ongoing support to OzHelp.

Safety is the number one priority of the MBA. Past editions of Canberra Builder usually touched on or referred to safety, but we intend to dedicate a section of each edition to safety developments or news that everyone in the building and construction industry should be aware of. Indeed, a lot of the safety information contained applies far beyond just our industry.

Safety is a shared responsibility – and we know that our members share our view that safety is the number one priority. However, there have been a number of high profile prosecutions commenced against not only the companies, but also company directors and employees. This is a timely reminder that it is the responsibility of all workers, including employees, labour hire workers, subcontractors and employers to maintain the position that safety is also the number one priority on all construction sites in the ACT.

34

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

At the forefront of our minds now are: WHS AMENDMENTS Legislation has passed that will apply to all contracts dated on or after 1 January 2019 that results in the ACT departing from the model-WHS laws that came into effect almost ten years ago. The new laws apply to all construction projects with a contract value of $5 million or over, and requires a head contractor to: >> Consult with each eligible union about the formation of work groups and the number of Health and Safety Representatives; >> Negotiate with your workers (which includes employees, subcontractors and labour hire) about the formation of work groups and the number of Health and Safety Representatives per work group; >> Pay for the Health and Safety Representative(s) to attend training; and >> Form, elect and train a Health and Safety Committee.

As previously advised to members, the MBA made submissions to the ACT Government that this proposed amendment should be submitted to the national review of the WHS legislation rather than going it alone. There are also a number of ambiguous sections in the legislation that have not been properly defined or explained – such as when “work starts”.

We are concerned that the ACT Government is using safety as a guise to prosecute an industrial relations agenda. We have held a number of workshops with our members throughout October and thank all members who attended for their invaluable insight, suggestions and knowledge. It is intended that we will hold future industry education sessions with representatives from ACT Government before the end of the year.

WORKSAFE ACT REVIEW Earlier this year, the ACT Government announced that there would be an enquiry into WorkSafe ACT as part of a regular health-check review. The findings of that review were recently released and are summarised as follows: >> a change to the organisational structure to support the independence of the regulator >> greater clarity about the roles of the regulator and Work Safety Commissioner

The MBA will maintain our focus on improving safety in the construction industry because it is the number one priority for the MBA and our members.

>> more clarity and consistency in the work health and safety compliance framework and supporting documents >> better and more strategic use of data to inform the activities of the regular >> increasing capability, collaboration and engagement within the regulator.

The MBA has long advocated for a strong, independent, regulator to oversee workplace safety and we are pleased that the review has acknowledged this as a key priority. With safety being a shared responsibility, it is important that government work with all stakeholders to continue improving the ACT’s safety performance.

The review commented that there has been a disproportionate focus on safety in the construction industry compared to other industries in the ACT. The MBA considers that is important that Government work to improve the safety performance of all industries and recognises that unfortunately in the construction industry safety is often used by some stakeholders to advance other agendas, including industrial relations agendas. The MBA will maintain our focus on improving safety in the construction industry because it is the number one priority for the MBA and our members.

2019 In addition to the WHS Amendments, it is possible that 2019 will see more legislative changes. Safe Work Australia has commissioned a review into the Model WHS Laws, and we are expecting the findings to be handed down late in 2018, with recommendations to be considered early in the new year.

There are also several Senate Enquiries concerning safety, in particular, the Senate Enquiry into industrial manslaughter (They never came home – the framework surrounding the prevention, investigation and prosecution of industrial deaths in Australia). Members will be provided with further updates regarding all the above issues when they are to hand.

STAY TUNED As part of our commitment to implement Recommendations 10 and 11 of the Getting Home Safely Report, the MBA has been developing frameworks for the management of safety on ACT construction sites. Following consultation with our members and WorkSafe ACT, we hope to release the frameworks to all members in the new year.

IF YOU WANT TO MAKE SURE THAT YOU ARE READY FOR 1 JANUARY 2019, ENROL NOW FOR HSR AND HSC TRAINING. THE MBA WILL BE RUNNING APPROVED COURSES ON: Health and Safety Representative Training >> December 4th–5th >> December 11th–13th >> January 15th–17th

WHS for Supervisors, Managers and HSC members (4-hour course) >> December 19th >> January 22nd

>> January 23rd–24th

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

35

MEMBER MILESTONE

2EA0RS

Y

Milin Builders Celebrate 20 years as a Member of the Master Builders Association ACT

Dennis Milin has seen a lot of changes in the building industry since Milin Builders became a member of the Master Builders ACT in 1998.

the market by people who want the convenience and ease of living in apartments, close to the city, town centres, work, shops and schools.”

“It’s not just the buildings that have changed, but Canberra has changed. We’ve evolved over that time too, from building single houses on big blocks in the early 1990s, to courtyard houses on small blocks, then semi-detached houses on smaller blocks, then single-storey townhouses, then twostorey townhouses then three-storey walk-up apartments, and now high-rise,” Dennis says.

It’s very much a case of building running in the blood for the three Milin Builders directors: Dennis, his brother Martin Milin, and Mel Grebowski. Dennis learnt his craft as an apprentice carpenter in the late 1980s, working for various builders in Canberra, before returning to the family business to build houses with his father Peter and uncle Stan – the original Milin Brothers. Martin started his working life as a building cadet with a major construction firm, and found his way into a range of positions within the industry before returning to work with Dennis when he set up his own business in the early 2000s.

“That change has been driven by the ACT Government’s land release program, land zoning use changes, and demand in

36

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

“The highlight of the past 20 years has been watching Canberra grow and change, particularly the architecture and infrastructure. It’s exciting to see the city we have now, compared with two decades ago.”

Dennis Milin, Managing Director, Milin Builders

The stunning Milin-built Brooklyn Apartments in Turner, designed by Architects Ring and Associates. Winner of the 2016 MBA ACT Excellence in Building Award for Apartments and Units 4 Storeys and Above.

An award-winning builder, most recently taking out the 2016 MBA Excellence in Building Award for Apartments and Units 4 Storeys and Above (for Brooklyn in Turner, designed by architects Ring and Associates), Dennis has nothing but praise for the work of the MBA. “We originally joined the MBA because we felt they had a better understanding of what members needed; things like insurance, advice, staff with excellent knowledge. They were just able to understand and represent our needs better.

“Whatever you need they can help you with, whether it be training and education so you can develop your people, help with insurance or legal advice, industrial advice, building contracts to name a few.

“They have been really helpful with interpreting planning laws, building guidelines, and showing us how to work with government and authorities.

“And, being a member of the MBA connects you with other aspects of the industry and opens your eyes to advanced knowledge, innovation and new products as well as to new suppliers.”

Dennis says a major change in the industry over the past two decades has been the greater collaboration between builders, trades, consultants, suppliers and governing bodies.

“As we have grown over that time we have engaged more and more experts to get the best possible advice, and to deliver the best options and the best products. We’ve even conducted peer reviews on that advice to ensure we secure the best outcomes.

“The result across the industry ultimately is better service delivery to our customers.”

Mel, who worked in construction in Sydney (including for Transfield on the AirportLink Tunnel) prior to being employed by Milin in Canberra, joined the company as a director in 2008 and also has building in his veins; his grandfather was a builder and his brother is a builder, while his dad Jan is a fitter and turner who works for Milin.

The company has grown from building single houses to one of Canberra’s largest builders with $450 million worth of projects under construction or in the pipeline. Milin is setting the standard for building in the new Molonglo Valley suburbs of Coombs and Denman Prospect, as well as the spectacular “Ivy” development on the light rail route at the gateway of the resurging Woden Town Centre.

Dennis believes building in Canberra at the moment is “streamlined” compared with some other states.

“We have a city plan that clearly defines its zones and what’s allowable within them through individual master plans. It’s a very straightforward process.”

However, he is concerned about the apparently increasing influence of the local CFMMEU on government at the expense of local businesses and workers.

“The MBA well understands this and has been particularly supportive of companies like ours and others who have been targeted by the union.

“We are grateful for that ongoing support.”

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

37

VILLAGE BUILDING CO

celebrates 30 years in Canberra and welcomes its second CEO

In an interview discussing Village’s 30th anniversary celebrations, CEO Travis Doherty reflects on his experience in the business so far as well as looking forward to the future.

persona which I have been privileged to experience. He is one of the most supportive, loyal and caring people I have ever met.

I will never forget our first weekend in Canberra as a family.

Bob invited my wife Sarah and I and the kids over for dinner.

Bob cooked a roast! He was so proud to have us in his home with his beautiful and magnificent wife, Vlada.

The first impressions of a workplace can be quite informative. What were your first impressions of Village?

You formally took over the role of CEO of Village Building Co in July after two years working along side founding CEO, Bob Winnel. What are your first memories of Bob? I’ll never forget the first time I met Bob Winnel. It was for this job, CEO Village Building Co, a role he had filled since founding Village back in 1988.

The interview was set for 45 minutes and after an hour and half Bob and I were still engaged in a broad ranging conversation about Village, the building industry and life in general. He was so focused and enthralled by the company, his people and the social benefits of home ownership that is was impossible not to inspired by Bob and excited about the prospects of being Village’s second CEO. Reflecting on this unique conversation I realised Bob was sounding me out. I was not a builder, a planner nor a Canberran and fair to say an unusual choice for the job. He was interested in my character, my values and importantly my resilience for the job that he had dedicated his life to.

Now after more than two years with Village, I continually ask the question: “How did he do this job for so long?”

I think the answer lies in his deep belief in the social benefits of home ownership. Being at the forefront of home ownership has been and continues to be at the heart of the Village’s purpose.

Bob is a fierce advocate for the property industry. He stands up for what he believes in and he is known as a unique and colourful character. But there is more to Bob than his public

38

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

When I first walked into the Village offices at Argyle Corner in Mitchell, I felt the family-like culture. There was a generosity and warmth that was unusual for me after spending my career in the corporate sector as an accountant and a banker. I liked the culture, but I was wary of it. In my world, warmness and generosity were treated with suspicion. People might be ‘too comfortable’ and not getting their job done.

I am the first to admit that I underestimated the horsepower in the business.

Village has been a prolific developer and builder with more than 18,000 homes to its name. And strategically, Village had the foresight to diversify out of Canberra into new markets – which would not have been easy for Bob, such a proud and passionate Canberran.

There is also an entrepreneurial spirit to invest in new and difficult sites and into ventures like the Big Banana which continues to generate recurring income to smooth out the peaks and troughs of property development.

How did you feel about moving to Canberra?

As a child of a motor mechanic and a nurse, I grew up on a block of land outside the northern Victorian country town of Tatura. After studying, working and living in Melbourne and Sydney for many years, the prospect of moving to Canberra for a country kid was pretty appealing. The best of both worlds is what comes to mind. Canberra to me and my family has a friendly and connected feeling about it. You are likely to bump into friends at the local shops or sporting events. Sarah and I and the kids settled in easily.

How would you describe your leadership style?

For me leadership is all about a balance between empowering and supporting good people to do their job and to grow professionally and by implication enjoy work and life. But also that there are times when you need to deep dive quickly get across the detail, navigate the business through it and hand it back to the team. There is a balance between empowering and trust and taking responsibility.

Bob has taught me over the leadership transition to be very adaptable and very resilient. The property industry is relentless and like no other. There are rewards for patience and resilience and good leadership.

What are the goals for Village over the coming years?

Continue to have a diversified development portfolio in Canberra and our other markets – SE Queensland, Coffs Harbor, Wollongong, Sydney and Melbourne. We need to be developing master planned communities, urban infill projects, townhouses and apartments.

I try and keep it as simple as possible – we need to deliver our current developments on time, on budget to a high-quality standard. We also need a pipeline of work.

You need nous, rigour and gut feel to get it right. I am not sure if it is an art or a science.

How do think the Canberra market is going?

Canberra is still looking solid. We are seeing some corrections of the markets in Sydney and Melbourne, but Canberra seems to be holding up. We are not currently exposed to the Canberra apartment market.

ABS Residential Property Prices FY17–18 show that in the time that Sydney prices declined by 3.9%, Melbourne’s increased by 2.3% and Canberra by 3.0%.

For our clients, whatever their lifestyle or life stage, we want to create a place where they feel safe; a place they can proudly call home.

Village turned 30 this year and you are celebrating with a high-profile marketing and advertising campaign. Village has kept a relatively low profile over past couple of years.

Why the big splash?

Village’s profile over the years has been driven by our projects – and former CEO Bob Winnel’s public positions on issues of importance to him and the business.

Our 30th year advertising campaign is about thanking the Canberra community for their support in the past and setting the scene for Village in the future. We want to remind people of our heritage of creating places of value that connect people with their communities. For us, the emphasis is on building foundations that stand the test of time, creating connections that grow with families and future generations. For our clients, whatever their lifestyle or life stage, we want to create a place where they feel safe; a place they can proudly call home.

My favourite is the Village branded bus. It is all over Canberra just like we would like to be!

Thanks Travis. Any closing comments?

A personal thanks to Michael Hopkins and his team at the MBA ACT. We are particularly excited about being involved in the Charity House project in partnership with the MBA and local foundation Hands Across Canberra. The Charity House is to be built in one of our flagship developments in Weston with the proceeds of its sale staying local and going to Canberrans in need.

The demographic of Canberra is different, and we feel relatively comfortable in bringing South Jerrabomberra and Weston to the market over the coming years.

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

39

ra

id

e

st

tio

n

Au

st

lia

W

Di

u rib

SEEARS W O R KW E A R MSA AuthoriSed deAler

00342f

Master Builders 2010 Supplier of the Year Winner Canberra’s largest workwear outlet.

Your one stop workwear and safety shop.

Full range of: > Harnesses > First aid kits > Safety equipment > Protective clothing

> Corporate and trade uniforms > Wide range of protective gear > Workwear for all trades

Order now Trade and Master Builder member discounts apply

SEEARS

02 6280 4111

W O R KW E A R

www.seearsworkwear.com.au

60 Barrier Street Fyshwick ACT Tel: 02 6280 4111 Fax: 02 6280 9111

Women Working in Construction (WWIC) PROGRAM AND EVENT REVIEW

Master Builders ACT have begun the Women Working in Construction initiative which recognises the many women working hard behind the scenes of our member businesses that we represent. Their contribution through their varied roles is often critical to the operation and success of the businesses they work in. Many are also partners of our builder/subbie members. They run the office, the family and all things in between. The aim of the Women Working in Construction initiative is to connect women with other women in order to share ideas, advice and thoughts.

On October 22 MBA ACT held the first Women Working in Construction event. The event was sponsored by Snedden Hall & Gallop Lawyers and featured our very special guest speaker, Kate Muldoon from ‘Ladies with Tradies’. Keep an eye out for more Women Working in Construction events over the coming months.

To join the Women Working in Construction Facebook group go to Master Builders ACT Facebook page, click ‘groups’ and add yourself to our Women Working in Construction Group.

There will be a Christmas drinks celebration for the Women Working in Construction group and the details of this are: Date: Wednesday 12th December Time: 4.30pm to 6.30pm Location: Pacific Formwork, 10 Johns Place Hume ACT

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

41

SmartRock2 MASTER

BUILDERS 2018 Wireless Temperature and Strength Sensor for Concrete SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR WINNER

• Formwork Removal Timing • Post-Tensioning Optimisation • Monitoring Temperature Gradients in Mass • Concrete Optimizing Curing Conditions • Controlling quality in the field

DISTRIBUTED BY

THE IMPORTANCE OF VISUAL AND SAFETY ACCESS IN THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY According to Vision Australia Foundation “It is estimated that there are approximately 400,000 people living in Australia with legal blindness or low vision. This number is expected to double in the next 20 years, as a result of the aging population”. It is not just the vision impaired individuals in our community that are protected by hazard and directional indicators, 4.5 million people across the world benefit from the correct installation of visual and tactile indicators.

Visual and safety access is an aspect of design in residential and commercial buildings that can be often overlooked, even those with the best intentions may not correctly interpret the standards or unintentionally install the indicators incorrectly. Architects and builders have a moral obligation to effectively install surface indicators that allow blind and visually impaired people to access all areas confidently, meeting the BCA and AS1428 requirements and maintaining the aesthetics of the overall design.

An access consultant will be able to advise you on your compliance to standards but also how your intended design will function in a practical

application. We would highly recommend engaging with an access consultant as early in the design as possible to ensure the best outcome to allow all members of the community equal access.

One of the most common problems associated with the installation of safety indicators actually relates to luminance contrast.

The Australian Standard 1428.4 requires a minimum of 30% high luminance contrast between most indicators and the surrounding surface. This includes indicators such as stair nosing, visual indicators on glazed panels and tactile surface indicator tiles. Interestingly for the single coloured individual TGSI cones a 45% luminous contrast is required and 60% luminous contrast for two colours or materials used for individual TGSI cones. This allows them to be easily identified for those who are vision impaired. Whilst this would seem quite straight forward, issues with contrast luminance is one of the most commonly seen issues with compliance when varying conditions are not taken into consideration.

When measuring contrast and luminance it is important to reflect on how these indicators will appear in sunny, wet and overcast conditions.

It is not just a matter of comparing saturation, you must consider how the material will reflect light when wet, dry and practically speaking even exposed to some degree of dirt. Taking these factors into consideration, it must be applied across a vast array of access products such as tactile ground surface indicators, stair nosing and visual indicators on glass or glazed panelling to ensure those with low vision are able to safely navigate hazards and reduce the risk of personal injury.

As it currently stands, visual and safety access can often be unintentionally neglected, installed incorrectly or underutilised. At CE we would like to do our part to change this trend through education and help the industry move towards making access better integrated into design. With the support of architects, builders and Access consultants we hope to contribute to a more inclusive, practical and accessible Australia.

SPOTLIGHT STORY

ROD MITTON 30 YEARS WITH MANTEENA John Hailey and his wife Jill founded Manteena in 1980, determined from the outset that the business would be built on integrity, quality and a foundation of trust. Manteena has grown into a highly respected, multi-awardwinning construction company, specialising in complex projects of exceptionally high quality.

A few years after establishing Manteena, John and Jill recognised a unique quality in a young subcontractor by the name of Rod Mitton. They were convinced he would be an asset to the business, so invited him to join the team.

“That was 30 years ago, and I’ve never looked back.” Rod Mitton said.

From subcontractor to sub-foreman then project management and eventually partner, Manteena is well and truly in Rod Mitton’s DNA. John Hailey was always of the belief that, it wasn’t the size of a business that was important, it was the culture.

Collaboration and teamwork have always been central to the Manteena culture.

Combining the comprehensive technical knowledge with detailed planning and professionalism, Manteena clients benefit through streamlined construction processes and project coordination. The experienced Construction Managers and Supervisors tailor the building services to meet the unique challenges for each project – delivering highly customised, bespoke building solutions.

With a proven track record, Manteena get the job done – all the while exploring every last detail to ensure the best possible value is extracted to achieve the final built product.

It’s why they’re a leader in the industry.

Rod admits to being intimidated by John Hailey’s reputation in the beginning. Known as a formidable businessman, Rod soon discovered that above all else John was a fair and generous man who valued the importance of family. So much so, that work life balance was high on the agenda for Manteena, long before it became a popular phrase.

“I’ve seen the company grow to be a major player in the ACT, as well as nationally and internationally with the recently-formed Security division – which specialises in confidential security projects. Clients are drawn to that division – as well as to Manteena as a whole – due to the company’s client-centric approach.“ Rod said.

We’re very customer focused, and we have the ability to adapt to meet our customers’ needs.

“The reason Manteena has succeeded is because the values set firmly in its foundation’s haven’t faltered. We’re very customer focused, and we have the ability to adapt to meet our customers’ needs. We recognise that as long as we can do that, success will follow.” Rod Mitton said.

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

43

KEY DATES

2019 MASTER BUILDERS BUILDING EXCELLENCE AWARDS Friday 28th June 2019 Dinner tickets go on sale

8am Monday 14 January

Advertising Opens in Winning Homes and Winning Projects

Monday 14 January

Online Entries Open

8am Monday 14 January

Online Entries close

5pm Friday 15 March

Judging Period

Tuesday 2 April to Friday 3 May (5 Weeks)

Finalists Announced

Wednesday 15 May

Black Tie Awards Dinner

6:30pm Friday 28 June

2019 AWARD CATEGORIES

27. Civil – Other

1. Apartments and Units up to 3 storeys

28. Civil – Roadworks

2. Apartments and Units 4 storeys an above 3. Apartments and Units High Rise Living 4. Custom Built/Project Home less than 150m² 5. Custom Built/Project Home 150m² to 250m² 6. Custom Built/Project Home 250m² to 350m² 7. Custom Built/Project Home more than 350m² 8. Display Home less than 225m²

29. Civil – Subdivision 30. WHS – Civil 31. WHS – Commercial 32. WHS – Residential 33. WHS – Subcontractor 34. WHS – Targeted Risk Management System 35. Sustainable Civil Project 36. Sustainable Commercial Project

9. Display Home more than 225m² 10. Medium Density Housing Dual Occupancy/Habitable Suite 11. Medium Density Housing Townhouses and Villas 12. Renovation/Extension less than $150,000 13. Renovation/Extension $150,000 to $250,000 14. Renovation/Extension $250,000 to $450,000 15. Renovation/Extension more than $450,000 16. Special Purpose/Adaptable Dwelling

37. Sustainable Residential Project 38. Commercial Fitout, Refurbishment or Alteration less than $1million 39. Commercial Fitout, Refurbishment or Alteration $1million to $5million 40. Commercial Fitout, Refurbishment or Alteration more than $5million 41. Commercial Building less than $5million 42. Commercial Building $5million to $20million 43. Commercial Building $20million to $50million 44. Commercial Building more than $50million

17. Bathroom Project less than $30,000

45. Project Displaying Technical Difficulty or Innovation

18. Bathroom Project more than $30,000

46. Onsite Construction Manager of the Year

19. Kitchen Project less than $30,000

47. Project Manager of the Year

20. Kitchen Project more than $30,000

48. Emerging Residential Builder of the Year

21. Best use of Material Commercial

49. Supplier of the Year

22. Best use of Material Residential 23. Landscape Design and Construction Commercial 24. Landscape Design and Construction Residential 25. Civil – Bridgeworks

50. Subcontractor of the Year 51. Professional of the Year 52. House of the Year 53. Project of the Year

26. Civil – Hydraulic

For more information visit mba.org.au/events

44

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

MBA EVENTS

7

1

Master Builders Building Excellence Awards 2018 Thankyou Cocktail party 6

2

3

5

4

Netball stars and The Block 2018 contestants Carla and Bianca were the special guests at Master Builders ‘thank you’ cocktail party in the spectacular ‘House of The Year’ in Denman Prospect, by Better Building Services. The event, sponsored by BlueScope who were proud to see TRUECORE® steel and COLORBOND® steel on top of The Block project, was a formal opportunity to thank all entrants and sponsors who supported the Master Builders Building Excellence Awards, 2018. / 1 The food set up @ House of the Year, Onyx by Better Building Services / 2 Networking time for the teams from Built and Kane Constructions / 3 Will Duncan and Dean Struys from 360 Building Solutions with Carla & Bianca from THE BLOCK / 4 Jeff Finnegan (Bluescope) Carla & Bianca from THE BLOCK, Tony Apps (Bluescope) / 5 Watching the speeches / 6 Event partner Colorbond & Bluescope’s “Discovery Van”. / 7 Tony Apps from Bluescope live interviewing Carla & Bianca from THE BLOCK

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

45

The home of inspiration.

Open 7 Days 10am - 6pm Cnr of Newcastle St & Canberra Ave, Fyshwick (02) 6112 6222 canberraoutletcentre.com.au facebook.com/canberraoutletcentre

Visit www.canberraoutletcentre.com.au for more details.

Servicing Canberra & Queanbeyan

Reliable & Professional Cleaning Services at Competitive Prices!

• Offices • Medical Centres • Clubs/Hotels • Builders Clean • End of Lease • Shop Fitouts • Real Estate Agents • Retail/Showrooms • Site Amenities

Contact us to discuss all your cleaning needs: Call: 0458 584 910 (Melissa) or 0427 044 836 (Alan) Unit 10, 5 Gregg Place, Queanbeyan NSW 2620 Opening hours: Monday to Sunday, including public holidays 24/7 by appointment

www.ritewaycleaningcanberra.com.au

Bink Cement Products believe in sustainable

business practices which is why our raw materials are sourced locally and we manufacture locally.

Bink Cement has the ability to supply all scale of projects from large commercial to smaller residential. We supply the building market, sand and soil yards as well as South-East NSW with our superior products.

Specialists in

• BESSER BLOCKS • SMALL AND LARGE FORMAT PAVERS • STEP TREADS • CONCRETE CURBS • FENCE POSTS • SPLIT FACE DRY STACK BLOCKS • COMMERCIAL PROJECTS • RESIDENTIAL PROJECTS • SMALL AND LARGE JOBS

www.binkcement.com.au

Supplying products for many MBA winning projects | Architects requests are welcome | Quality service 40 Dacre St Mitchell ACT 2911 P 02 6242 7033 F 02 6242 7040 E binkmit@bigpond.net.au

MBA EVENTS

1 6 Master Builders ACT Annual Dinner at Hotel Realm 2

3

5

4 Master Builders ACT held their Annual Dinner at Hotel Realm last month with well over 250 attendees. Former Canberra Raiders and Melbourne Storm Rugby league player Troy Thompson was the MC for the evening, and AFL legend and Brownlow Medalist, Robert ‘Dipper’ DiPierdomenico entertained the guests with tales from before, during and after his days playing the sport he says, he was born to play – AFL. It was a wonderful opportunity for representatives from across the building and construction industry to celebrate their many achievements during this year. Premium partners Harvey Norman Commercial, Village Building Co, Cbus, St George, Boral and MBA Fidelity Fund supported Master Builders in recognising significant 2018 member anniversaries, and life memberships. / 1 The team from RAM Constructions, celebrating 25 years of MBA Membership / 2 O’Connor Harris celebrating 30 years of membership. (L-R) Kevin Bradley (St George), John Harris (O’Connor Harris), Gracie Ferreira (MBA), Michael Hopkins (MBA) / 3 The team from Cardno, celebrating 30 years of MBA Membership / 4 MBA Life and Honorary Members following their MBA Lapel Pin presentation. (L-R) John Miller (Honorary Member), David Dawes (Honorary Member), Bernie Rees (Life Member), Ross Barrett (Life Member), John Hailey (Life Member), Paul Murphy (Life Member), Bob Winnel (Life Member), Gracie Ferreira (MBA President), Michael Hopkins (MBA CEO) / 5 Guest Speaker Robert “Dipper” DiPierdomencio / 6 ActewAGL celebrating 30 years of membership. (L-R) Travis Doherty (Village Building Co.), Michelle Rowe (ActewAGL), Gracie Ferreira (MBA), Michael Hopkins (MBA)

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

47

THIS IS NATIONAL CAPITAL TERRITORY.

NATIONAL CAPITAL |

Canberra’s National Capital Toyota

211 Scollay Street Greenway, ACT, 2900 (02) 6173 6100 enquiry@nationalcapitaltoyota.com.au

Independent Toyota Dealership Sales Opening Hours Monday – Friday 8:30am til 5:30pm Saturday 9:00am til 5:00pm Service Opening Hours Monday – Friday 7:30am til 5:30pm

Peace of mind.

The Master Builders Fidelity Fund was established in 2002 to protect the interests of both consumers and builders in the ACT. For Builders, the Master Builders Fidelity Fund provides financial certainty as money held by the Fund remains in the ACT. It is securely invested and used for the betterment of the ACT builders and consumers and is therefore not subjected to the vagaries of international markets and events.

The Fidelity Fund issues Fidelity Certificates which provide consumer protection for owners of new homes and those making significant changes to homes.

The Certificates protect the owner during construction and for up to six years from the date of practical completion.

Master Builders members receive reduced premium rates and we also offer special discounts for volume users of the Fidelity Fund. For more information contact the Master Builders Fidelity Fund.

Go online and find the cover that is right for you. www.mba.org.au/consumer-advice/home-warranty-insurance

Master Builders Fidelity Fund 1 Iron Knob St, Fyshwick ACT 2609 PO Box 1211, Fyshwick ACT 2609 Tel: (02) 6175 5995 Email: mdouch@mba.org.au Web: www.mba.org.au

one

wo

New water supply and sewerage standards We want to hear from you!

hree

On 2 July 2018, Icon Water published its new Design and Construction Standards online at iconwater.com.au/standards. These standards depict design and construction requirements, which must be complied with when developers provide new assets to Icon Water such as water mains, sewer mains, pump stations, reservoirs and more.

In particular, Icon Water standards are based on:

WSA 02 Gravity Sewerage Code of Australia WSA 03 Water Supply Code of Australia Other WSAA publications

Our new design standards are online at iconwater.com/standards We look forward to your feedback on the new standards.

Email us at talkingiconwater@iconwater.com.au

PRINT_CMBA_double-page_Nov-2018.indd 1

9/11/2018 1:18:51 PM

ADVERTORIAL

Given that each geographical region in Australia has its own requirements, ancillary specifications and supplements have also been published by Icon Water to provide either prescriptive or performancebased requirements. For example, Icon Water has specifications for civil and structural works; mechanical works; piping and valves; electrical installations; instrumentation and control; and approved products and materials.

The next amendment of Icon Water standards (due in January 2019) takes into account all issues experienced by users. Users of the standards such as builders, fabricators, plumbers, electricians, designers and developers are invited to provide feedback on:

How the new design and construction standards are working

With Icon Water’s new design and construction standards now being in force for four months, the time has come to consolidate feedback from all users of the standards so that any issues can be resolved and the new standards can be “locked off”, bearing in mind that all Icon Water standards will be reviewed and amended (as required) on an annual basis. To this end, Icon Water has been logging all stakeholder feedback so that there is scope for amendments. Initially, a pleasing amount of feedback was provided which has allowed Icon Water to consider amendments. However, in recent months feedback has been more sparing – particularly from designers and constructors.

What some of the key issues are with the new standards

Planned amendments (for January 2019) to address the key issues

Potential future changes in 2019 which Icon Water is assessing but has not yet committed to

We are hoping to receive all feedback by 31 December 2018 so that the planned January amendment works best for all users.

For more information, email Icon Water at talkingiconwater@iconwater.com.au

iconwater.com.au PRINT_CMBA_double-page_Nov-2018.indd 2

9/11/2018 1:18:53 PM

LIGHT R

A IL

GUNGAHLIN

BELCONNEN

LIGHT RA IL

CANBERRA NORTH

CITY CENTRE MOLONGLO VALLEY

CANBERRA SOUTH

WESTON CREEK

WODEN VALLEY

TUGGERANONG

For more information, call 1800 777 952

CREATING GREAT PLACES, WHERE COMMUNITIES THRIVE

At the Suburban Land Agency we are committed to creating great places where communities thrive. We build peoplefocussed residential estates and urban renewal projects for the people of Canberra.

Through smart, sustainable development, our goal is to strike a balance between social,

economic and environmental benefits for people right across Canberra.

and connect with your neighbours. Mingle is currently operating in Lawson, Moncrieff, Throsby, Wright and Coombs. We will welcome Mingle Taylor in early 2019.

We are committed to connecting people in our new neighbourhoods through our community development program, Mingle.

Mingle is a great opportunity for you to get involved in your local community and meet

We currently have a selection of blocks available in these new communities.

SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE IN TAYLOR l 4km l l l l l l

to Gungahlin Town Centre 17km to Canberra’s CBD Variety of block shapes and sizes Multiple sporting fields Proposed local shops Margaret Hendry Primary School Blocks sizes range from 315m2 to 938m2*

suburbanland.act.gov.au/taylor

BLOCKS FOR SALE IN COOMBS & WRIGHT

BUILD IN THROSBY TODAY

l 12km

from Canberra’s CBD 70% sold l Playgrounds, parks and existing and future schools l Close to Stromlo Forest Park and the future leisure centre l Blocks starting from $440,000* l Block sizes range from 448m2 to 804m2*

l 2.5km

suburbanland.act.gov.au/molonglo

suburbanland.act.gov.au/throsby

l Almost

to Gungahlin Town Centre l 11km to Canberra’s CBD l Surrounded by nature reserves l Views to Black Mountain and Brindabella Ranges l Blocks starting from $340,000* l Block sizes range from 448m 2 to 704m2*

*Prices and sizes current as at 8 November 2018

suburbanland.act.gov.au |   The Suburban Land Agency and its appointed selling agents make no warranty to the accuracy or completeness of information in this publication and recommend obtaining independent legal, financial and accounting advice before considering purchasing land or making an offer to purchase land. The plans, examples and information contained herein are for illustrative purposes only and should not, without further inquiry, be relied upon as to their ultimate accuracy, to the extent permitted by law, the Suburban Land Agency and its appointed selling agent will not be responsible for any loss or damage that may be incurred as a result of your reliance upon this material. If English is not your first language and you require translation assistance, please phone the Translating Interpretive Service (TIS National) on 131 450.

Professional Indemnity Insurance With many residential builders now involved in sourcing designs, and design & construct contracts becoming increasingly common in the commercial sector, it’s important to understand how this can expose your business to potential losses should you not have the right insurance cover in place.

Historically Professional Indemnity (PI) insurance was only considered by engineers, architects, or designers and the like. When directing clients to particular designers, or entering into Design and Construct contracts, you are likely to legally assume a degree of liability arising out of injury or loss arising out of professional services – even if you’ve outsourced this work to an external company.

WHAT IS PROFESSIONAL INDEMNITY INSURANCE? Professional Indemnity Insurance is designed for professionals who provide advice or services to their customers. It protects your business against legal costs and claims for damages to third parties which may arise out of an act, error, omission or breach of professional duty in the course of your business.

Examples of Professional Indemnity claims: >> A negligently designed slab cracks and needs to be repaired/rectified. >> A balcony collapses due to faulty design. >> A builder installs tiles in a wet area that are not slip-rated to the correct level, resulting in a slip & fall injury which is directed back to the builder. >> A building is constructed per plans but does not comply with building codes/local laws resulting in rectification works in order to comply.

54

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

WHY YOU NEED PROFESSIONAL INDEMNITY INSURANCE Construction industry professionals such as contractors and builders who provide design, product specification, or other professional services in addition to, or as part of their construction activities for clients (for example when entering into Design & Construct contracts) assume the additional responsibilities and liabilities of a design professional.

Whether or not you provide these professional services in house or engage an external consultant you assume liability to your clients or other parties for claims arising out of injury or loss incurred as a result of a breach of professional duty in the provision of these professional services.

WHAT ARE YOU BEING COVERED FOR? Key exposures are design failure, inadequate/incorrect advice, design, or product specification, inappropriate/incorrect certification, and poor work documentation.

WHO CAN CLAIM AGAINST YOU? PI claims can be made against you by any third party including, but not limited to clients, regulatory authorities, professional bodies & associations, future property owners and body corporations.

Professional Indemnity Insurance is designed for professionals who provide advice or services to their customers.

DO I NEED PROFESSIONAL INDEMNITY INSURANCE IF I OUTSOURCE ALL OF MY DESIGNS?

ALREADY HAVE A PROFESSIONAL INDEMNITY POLICY – DO YOU HAVE THE RIGHT COVER?

Whether you direct clients to a particular architect/ draftsperson, or your clients provide you with full plans without your input, builders are typically the first port of call for design/ product specification losses. It costs time and money to defend against PI claims, and while you may ultimately only be found 10%–20% responsible for the loss, the legal defense costs and proportionate liability judgement can result in $100k+ losses.

If your business is involved in construction (not exclusively design) – you should be insured through a Design & Construct (D&C) PI policy. Without being insured through a D&C policy, your PI policy may not cover you for jobs that you’ve constructed, even if your advice/product specification on the build was the direct cause of loss.

D&C PI policies encompass a broad definition of the various professional services involved in designing and building.

A non D&C PI policy will require you to specifically list the professional services to be covered, with anything not specifically listed, uninsured.

What is business succession planning?

According to the Australian family and private business survey 2010 (RMIT University) the average age of small business owners in Australia is 58. It is estimated that over 50,000 small business owners will be looking to exit each year. But how many of these have planned how they will exit?

Many business owners want to maximise the value of their business so that one day they can sell it and fund their retirement. But while that may be the plan, very few business owners successfully achieve that outcome. In fact, in Australia 55% of business exits are the result of some kind of failure – be it divorce, a partnership dispute, death, illness, bankruptcy, and so on and so on. While we have many successful longterm small-to-medium-sized businesses (SMEs) here in

BUSINESS SUCCESSION AND EXIT PLAN

Stage One: Identify Value

Stage Two: Protect Value

Stage Three: Maximise Value

STEP 1:

Goals and Outcomes

STEP 2:

Fact Find

STEP 3:

Stage One Report – INSIGHTS

STEP 4:

Financial Planning

STEP 5:

Unplanned Events

STEP 6:

De-risking

STEP 7:

Exit Options

STEP 8:

Strategic Planning Business Model

STEP 9:

Strategic Financials

STEP 10: Systems and Procedures STEP 11: Marketing and Sales STEP 12: Corporate Governance STEP 13: Ownership Mindset STEP 14: Peak Performance Trust STEP 15: Management Succession

Stage Four: Extract Value

STEP 16: Tax Planning STEP 17: Documentation STEP 18: Liquidity Event

Stage Five: Manage value

STEP 19: Ongoing Investment Planning STEP 20: Asset Protection STEP 21: Estate Planning

56

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

Australia, the statistics are not encouraging in terms of survival of the business through and beyond a succession event.

The main reason that this has become such an issue is that business owners are typically so caught up in the many aspects of managing and running their business that they very rarely have enough time to dedicate to strategic succession planning.

This can especially be the case in the building and construction industry, where many successful businesses have grown quickly and involve the key business owner being on the ground working ‘in’ the business, rather than ‘on’ the business. This then has the potential to jeopardise the very purpose for which they entered into the business in the first place – to build it up to eventually sell to fund their retirement. Succession Planning is about taking a strategic approach to your business exit. Without it, the value in your business will retire when you do.

A successful exit for a business owner revolves largely around taking a strategic approach and taking the time required to plan and manage the succession. It takes about six months to sell a business, but to get the maximum price you can, or to facilitate passing the business to existing management and employees, planning needs to start at least three years – and preferably about five years – before intended retirement. The most successful plans often take between 10 and 15 years. Waiting until you are 64 to start succession planning does not leave you with enough time to get the business ready for exit and maximise the value of the business before exit, and therefore often results in a poor price for the exiting business owner.

Business succession and exit planning is about combining the business, financial and personal goals of business owners to design and implement a strategic exit. It involves building a plan around the future of the enterprise; a personal financial plan for both the owners and their successors, if they are family members; and addressing your personal goals. We also need to deal with the very important issues of how and who will run the business into the future.

Many family business owners intend to just hand over the family enterprise to their kids, but may not take the time to have the key discussions about what that looks like in reality; how

the sale is funded; and whether the kids want to, or are ready to, take the reins. Taking a strategic approach to a family sale can ensure that these conversations take place, and that there is a sufficient time for the business and the exiting and new owners to prepare for the sale so the handover is smooth. This could involve training for the new owner, and sometimes some coaching for the existing owner to hand over control.

There are many exit options open to business owners – the trick is to work out which one is most suitable for your business. The following graph shows a range of exit options for business owners – those that will result in the highest sale price also involve more effort and time, and may not be possible for all industries. The options at the bottom of the scale may take place quickly, but are unlikely to be the best result for the exiting business owner.

A successful succession plan should consider three important factors, and we look at these using a five-stage approach:

Many business owners are susceptible to the risk of key staff leaving, taking with them valuable clients, company information and relationships, which all have a negative impact on the overall value of the business. A growing element to successful business secession planning in Australia are employee share plans – this can assist with keeping key staff, keeping them engaged in the business and thinking like owners. Having in place an employee share scheme can help facilitate a business owner’s exit through whole or partial sale to employees, but can also make the business more attractive for a trade sale due to the maximising the commitment and engagement of your business’s best asset – your staff.

1. Identify value: What is the current value of the business?

What do the business owners need as a purchase price to be able to fund retirement? How does the business look from an exit-readiness perspective – both financially and non-financially?

2. Protect value: After identifying potential risks for the business, we work with you to improve these areas to protect the value you have created in your business.

3. Maximise Value: Focusing on areas for improvement identified in stage 1, taking steps to maximise the value of your business from the perspective of a buyer. This can also involve preparing the owner and the business for exit – after spending years building up the business, it can take some time for a successful handover to take place.

A good succession plan is a win for everyone – you get the best price, the buyer gets a good business and your customers and staff are looked after.

Emily Shoemark is a Senior Associate at Snedden Hall & Gallop Lawyers, specialising in business and employment law. Emily also offers business succession planning services as an Accredited Advisor for Succession Plus (www.successionplus.com.au).

4. Extract value: Identifying and implementing the right exit option for your business, and ensuring that you have the appropriate plans and structures in place to minimise tax and make the most of the proceeds of the sale.

5. Manage value: Personal and family wealth management to fund retirement and provide for future generations.

COMPLEXITY AND EFFORT

IPO (listing) Strategic sale & sale to listed co.

Private equity/venture capital Trade sale internal sale or management buy out Employee share plan Partial sale Sell to other shareholders Sell to database only Family and friends POTENTIAL SALE PRICE/VALUE

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

57

EMPIRE CONTRACTING PTY LTD

Disciplines

Class ‘A’ Licenced Asbestos Removal Contractors

Asbestos Removal

Empire Contracting since March 2008 The three Directors have between them 75 years of experience asbestos removal 35 years of in Lead Removal/Remediation

ACT OFFICE Unit 11, 82-84 Townsville St Fyshwick ACT 2609

Lead Paint Removal Lead Dust Remediation Fire Spray (Hydro Carbon/Cellulosic Protection)

30 years in passive fire protection/fire spray 18 years in Metal Roofing/Cladding Empire Contracting Privately owned and operated

0413 936 782 0413 936 785

Fire Protection Systems (Passive) Metal Roofing/Cladding

6175 9600

Your One Stop Concrete Shop

Coloured Concrete

Liquid Colour System | Coloured Concrete for Driveways, Walkways and Entertainment Areas | Large New Fleet | Polished Concrete | Concrete Supplies | Pre-mixed Concrete

www.elvingroup.com.au

Mitchell Depot - 7 Cheney Pl Mitchell | Hume Depot - 15 Alderson St Hume

NEW MEMBERS

As the peak industry body for building and construction, Master Builders ACT attracts the best in the industry to our membership. We are pleased to introduce these new members to the organisation, and have provided a brief introduction.

UNITED FASTENERS United Fasteners is Australia’s largest independent distributor of fasteners and industrial supplies.

Over the years we have established ourselves as a market leader and are recognised for exceptional service, timely delivery, competitiveness, and total solutions.

We have a great team at our new branch in Fyshwick, Canberra and we’re excited to build strong relationships within the Australian Capital Territory.

Known for quality and service to the building, construction and manufacturing industries, we stock a comprehensive range of products, including: fasteners & fixings, abrasives, cutting tools, sealants, adhesives, lubricants, hand tools, safety, materials handling, petrochemical and special manufacture.

We look forward to fulfilling your requirements. Please visit or contact us between 7:00am to 5:00pm Monday to Friday.

Unit 9, 130–132, Gladstone St, Fyshwick, ACT, 2609 T: (02) 91313366 E: sales.canberra@unitedfasteners.com.au www.unitedfasteners.com.au

CANBERRA OUTDOOR STRUCTURES Canberra Outdoor Structures (COS) – established in 1991 – is a fully licenced company in the ACT and NSW. All products built meet all relevant building regulations. They can supply Studios and Granny Flat kits to builders to install themselves or offer a full installation service under the Builder or COS banner.

Their studios and granny flats are energy efficient, built with quality european materials, have german double glazed windows, are built in 3–5 days, are quality and competitively priced, have flexible floor plans and building designs and are sustainable/green buildings.

Canberra Outdoor Structures offers obligation free site inspections, council approvals and building services for ACT and areas of NSW within a 150km radius of Queanbeyan.

Visit our display village in Queanbeyan at 37 Kendall Avenue For an obligation free site inspection phone Murray on 0428 488 531 Email: info@canberraoutdoorstructures.com.au www.canberrastructures.com.au

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

59

NEW MEMBERS

HIP POCKET WORKWEAR & SAFETY

MANTEENA RESIDENTIAL

Hip Pocket Workwear & Safety is a locally owned Canberra company, run and owned by Chris Donaghue who has been in the Canberra retail industry for over 35 years. Chris continues to bring his customers the best in quality products at value pricing with the largest range in town – now in workwear & safety products.

The Manteena Group recently restructured to enable new shareholders to enter the business. As a result, a new element of the business has emerged – Manteena Residential.

Hip Pocket workwear sell the big-name brands including FXD, King Gee, Hard Yakka, Red Back, Steel Blue and heaps more!

They can also put a logo on nearly anything with their in-house embroidery team. Plus, they have Canberra’s largest range of corporate, hospitality, medical and women’s workwear.

Led by Danny Agnello, Manteena Residential takes residential building to the next level by applying the skills, knowledge and experience gained over the years through its commercial arm to produce bespoke high-end, high quality residential homes.

Located at the Paul’s Centre on Hindmarsh Drive, you don’t have to go further than Phillip for your workwear! Open 7 days a week, Monday – Friday 7am-5:30pm, with plenty of parking.

Manteena Residential specialises in heritage refurbishment/ remodelling, knockdown rebuilds, new builds and residential extensions/remodelling.

Manteena Residential is passionate about the final built product and for producing homes that enhance value – providing functional liveable spaces that their clients can be immensely proud to own.

www.hipocketcanberra.com.au Ph 6285 2115

ABSOLUTE TOWN PLANNING Absolute Town Planning provides town planning services to the Canberra community. We assist with the development approval process for all residential and small commercial developments.

We work closely with Architects, Developers, Builders and Owners as well as the ACT Planning Authority to achieve optimum results for your Development Application.

Absolute Town Planning has extensive experience on a range of development types including residential developments, Mr Fluffy redevelopments, single residential, alterations and additions, commercial developments, signage and lease variations/change of use.

60

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

The documentation and legislative requirements for development application submissions are detailed and extensive. Absolute Town Planning assures apt preparation of development applications. We endeavour to avoid costly time delays, leading to quicker processing times with more desirable results.

We ensure a full and complete submission and strive to ensure that all aspects of the DA submission are comprehensive and properly detailed.

Contact us on 6278 4129 www.absolutetownplanning.com.au

HARRINGTON KIBBEY LAW G’Day, our names are Sam and Duncan. We, along with our team of solicitors and support staff, are Harrington Kibbey Law. We recently joined the MBA ACT to better understand the issues that matter to our clients, many of which are builders and subcontractors. We like to work closely with our clients in achieving the necessary solutions for their business to thrive.

To thrive in business, we understand that cash is king and that when someone doesn’t pay, this can have a big impact on you and your business. We have a debt recovery team focused on getting your cash back for you. We also have a disputes and litigation team to handle those more complex matters when you need to go to Court. We offer free initial meetings at our City office to meet you and understand your business and the legal issues you face, following which we can give you a fixed price (no hidden amounts, no bill shock) quote for the work involved.

For straight forward legal services that won’t cost you an arm and leg, give either Duncan or Sam a call on 02 6185 0999.

LINE-X LINE-X is a world leading provider of spray-on protective coatings. Our products are utilised in commercial, industrial, agricultural, military and custom applications. LINE-X specialises in spray elastomers polyurethanes and polyureas and has led the industry through many years of actual field testing. Specialised equipment is combined with the right materials and product knowledge to produce sprayable elastomeric coatings. LINE-X is the recognized leader in this industry. with more than 500 locations in 46 countries, the goal of LINE-X is to consistently produce the highest quality and most reliable materials available. LINE-X is also focused on developing new protective coatings for a wide range of retail, industrial and other applications needing extreme protection.

her out when they want distinctively beautiful spaces that also function brilliantly. Previous commissions have included the capital’s most elite addresses.

Nadine’s creative excellence has been acknowledged in Australian House and Garden magazine’s 2018 Top 50 Rooms Awards, and her work has featured in Australian Women’s Weekly Home, and Capital magazine among others.

JOURNEY HOME INTERIORS

Nadine enjoys meeting industry colleagues and is seeking reliable builders to refer work to, call her for a catch up. Details at www.journey-home.com.au

Since 2004, Journey Home studio founder and principle interior designer Nadine Neilson has been bringing her version of the ‘Hamptons’ lifestyle to Australia. With a blue-chip reputation as an interiors architect and decorator rather than a stylist who simply ‘dresses’ rooms, Nadine’s clients seek

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

61

Geoff Comfort Photography

PHOTOGRAPHY TIPS FOR 2019 MBA AWARD WINNING PROJECTS

>> Closing date is March 2019 – don’t leave it too late for the photography, especially as some photography is weather dependant. >> Remember that your project generally looks its best just after completion or just after handover. >> Decide if want your project photos to show an empty building or with some furniture/fittings carefully selected and styled. >> Create a shot list that matches the category you are entering. Maybe you need to show a particular technique or material. >> Consider taking progress photos to add to your submission. >> Check the entry rules and ensure your photos have the resolution required and can be printed correctly. >> Using mobile phone or tablet photos will generally not give you a high quality photo. They may have enough resolution but unless you understand their other limitations, you will not get the quality that your entry demands. >> Use a good quality printer for your entry prints >> Remember you are presenting your best project, so you need the best photographs to excite judges before they do an onsite visit. >> Consider aerial photos for large jobs or a different viewpoint. You could use a plane, helicopter or drone.

If using any of these, ensure your pilot and aircraft are registered for commercial operations. Be aware that a drone cannot be used in many areas because of CASA restrictions. Check CASA app – ’Where can I fly?’

>> If you engage a professional photographer, have a look at their website to see the quality of architectural photos they produce. Ask your photographer if you can talk to previous clients. Does your photographer offer a money back guarantee? Is the photographer a member of the industry professional body: the Australian Institute of Professional Photography (AIPP). Is the photographer MBA endorsed?

Has the photographer won awards for their architectural photographic work? >> These photos are not just for your Award entry. A good professional photographer will shoot them at maximum resolution. The photos will then be suitable a wide range of uses including website, award entries, portfolio presentations and office wall prints. >> High quality, professional photographs are an investment for your companies branding and promotion.

If you need a professional photographer call Geoff, check out his work here – www.geoffcomfort.com geoff@geoffcomfort.com 0411 268 146

INTELLIGENT VIDEO

SURVEILLANCE SOLUTIONS SECURE YOUR ASSETS EASY TO HIRE I QUICK TO INSTALL I EASY TO USE SMARTPHONE OPERATION

STOP THEFT & VANDALISM

SOLAR OR LOW VOLTAGE

SITE MANAGEMENT

V4000 Solar Outdoor System

ATF VISION

FEATURES • • • • • • • •

Quick installation 24 hour video surveillance Records all site activity Manage alarm schedules via smartphone Night time infrared vision Immediate alarm notification Strobe light and siren activation Tamper and vandalism resistant

Solar Lights

V3000 Indoor/Outdoor System

ATF offers a range of patented surveillance solutions EASY TO HIRE I www.atfvision.com.au I f ATFVisionAU Call Paul Corson 0408 110 807 or email paul.corson@atfservices.com.au for an obligation free quote

#MOST TRUSTED

“ I’d drive Finn past the build site to see the diggers once a day, ok it was more like twice a day, the builders would always give a wave!”- Melinda Visit MostTrusted.com.au to view Melinda’s story

Building together.

Your trusted local.

Call: 132 789 Visit: gjgardner.com.au

Australia’s No.1 Rated National Home Builder.

As #MostTrusted by you.

2019 MBA Charity House Update On Friday October 26, Master Builders ACT announced, in partnership with Village Building Co. and Hands Across Canberra, the 2019 Charity House Project.

The most recent MBA Charity House Project was created in 2016 when two homes in Deakin were built and sold, resulting in more than $2 million being donated

to the Canberra community sector. The 2019 MBA Charity House Project will be delivered in Village Building Co.’s new Weston Precinct.

Master Builders ACT CEO, Michael Hopkins said “We look forward to updating the Canberra community on the progress of this latest MBA Charity House which will be built in partnership with generous local developer and builder, the Village Building Company, over the next 12 to 18 months.”

Top: (L-R) Michael Hopkins – CEO of Master Builders ACT, Andrew Barr – Chief Minster of the ACT, Di Kargas Bray – Chair of Hands Across Canberra, Travis Doherty – CEO of Village Building Co., Gracie Ferreira – President of Master Builders ACT. Bottom left: Andrew Barr – Chief Minister of the ACT. Bottom right: (L-R) Travis Doherty – CEO of Village Building Co., Andrew Barr – Chief Minister of the ACT, Peter Gordon – CEO of Hands Across Canberra, Michael Hopkins – CEO of Master Builders ACT

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

65

EXPERINEW ENCED IN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY DATA BREACH RESPONSE PLANS

CANBERRA Today’s construction industry depends on technology, making it vulnerable to cyber criminals.

BRANCH

Over the years we have established ourselves as a market leader and are recognised for exceptional service, timely delivery, competitiveness, and total solutions.

OPENING SPECIALS

OPEN SPECIAINL G S 50 OFFERS END

IN BRANCH

31 STDE CEMBER OR

10 th

St ne dsto Gla

WHILE STOCKS LAST!

W oll on go ng St

Gla ds to ne St

BRANCH

For many data breaches reporting is now mandatory under the Privacy Act, with fines up to $2.1 mil ion for non-compliance. pk include

s: 1000

1

2

304

316

Type

T17 10Gx50 T17 10Gx50

MULTI TOOL

ONLY

Each

Ex. GST $80.00

$108.18

DEALBUY $

EACH ONLY

$54

Each

Inc. GST $88.00

$119.00

x 20

Ex. GST $544.55

4.55 Ex. GST

Inc. GST $599.00

9131

Ne wc as tle

page

Code BIS-HY42 0EB

(02)

See back

Unit 9, Mond 130-132, ay - Friday Glads : 7:00 tone St, Fyshw am to 5:00 ick, ACT, pm 2609

M ar yb or ou gh

MULTI

FREE

Ex. GST

Ke mb la

to ^

%

INJECTION TOOL

& condition s apply.

CANBER RA

Keep it

TOGETHER.

Code SDSA210 GX50R SDSA410 GX50R

e up

Each pk HYBRI include D 420m s: 20x Tubes l + Eurobo of x

+ FREE

$80.00

2

Ref

DEALBUY $

3366

St

St ne to ds Gla

MULTI

Image

Sav

ICCON EUROBOS X

screws

TERSINKIN & 2 driver bits G TOOL

FROM

1

Terms

St

Alba ny

Mon to Fri: 7:00am - 5:00pm

St

WE ARE

HERE

Townsville St

Collie St

Unit 9, 130-132, Gladstone St Fyshwick, ACT, 2609

(02) 9131 3366 sales.canberra@unitedfasteners.com.au

t yS an Alb

St

St ne to ds Gla

@unitedfasteners

www.unitedfasteners.com.au

NOW!

SQUARE DRI DECKIN G SCRVE EWS COUN

Each

+ FREE

^

From fixings to safety wear, our team look forward to fulfilling your requirements.

Keep it

TRADE O FFERS

Gla ds to ne St

We’ve just opened our 10 branch in Fyshwick, Canberra! th

Griffin Legal are experts in privacy law - contact us today

TOGETHER.

AUSTRALIA’S LARGEST INDEPENDENT DISTRIBUTOR OF FASTENERS & INDUSTRIAL SUPPLIES FASTENERS & FIXINGS I ABRASIVES I CUTTING TOOLS I SEALANTS I ADHESIVES I LUBRICANTS I HAND TOOLS I SAFETY I MATERIALS HANDLING I PETROCHEMICAL I SPECIAL MANUFACTURE

Canberra Builder Magazine (1st edition).indd 7

25/10/2018 5:23:19 PM

Phone: (02) 6198 3100 www.griffinlegal.com.au

DON’T BE THE NEXT DATA BREACH HEADLINE

construction@griffinlegal.com.au

EXPERIENCED IN CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY DATA BREACH RESPONSE PLANS

Today’s construction industry depends on technology, making it vulnerable to cyber criminals.

For many data breaches reporting is now mandatory under the Privacy Act, with fines up to $2.1 million for non-compliance.

Griffin Legal are experts in privacy law - contact us today

Phone: (02) 6198 3100 www.griffinlegal.com.au

construction@griffinlegal.com.au

Drink your brand

A family owned and operated business celebrating its 25th year in Canberra

Wear your brand

Carry your brand

Let Paddywack put your name everywhere Ph 6239 2391 Mob 0417 074 747 Unit 15, 41-45 Tennant Street Fyshwick www.paddywack.com.au

WE HAVE HUNDREDS OF OTHER PRODUCTS AVAILABLE

EVENTS

President’s Lunches

5th September Guest Speaker: Ms Kate Carnell, Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman Sponsored by MBA Fidelity Fund (L to R) – David Kyburz (Master Builders Fidelity Fund), Kate Carnell (Australian Small Business and Family Enterprise Ombudsman), Gracie Ferreira (MBA) and Michael Hopkins (MBA)

25th September Guest Speaker: Mr George Tomlins – Executive Director of Special Projects and Mr Glen Bain – Executive Director of Procurement Sponsored by Shaw Building Group (L to R) – Valdis Luks (Shaw Building Group), George Tomlins (Executive Director of Special Projects), Glen Bain (Executive Director of Procurement) Gracie Ferreira (MBA) and Michael Hopkins (MBA)

2nd October Guest Speaker: Mr Mark Parton MLA – Shadow Planning Minister Sponsored by MBA Insurance Services (L to R) – Gracie Ferreira (MBA), Mark Parton MLA and Michael Hopkins (MBA)

68

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

9th October Guest Speaker: Ms Besa Deda – Chief Economist, St George Bank Sponsored by Master Builders ACT (L to R) – Kevin Bradley (St George), Besa Deda (St George), Gracie Ferreira (MBA) and Michael Hopkins (MBA)

25th October Guest Speaker: Mr Malcolm Snow – CEO, City Renewal Authority Sponsored by St George (L to R) – Michael Hopkins (MBA), Stuart Hancock (St George), Malcolm Snow (City Renewal Authority), and Gracie Ferreira (MBA)

31st October Guest Speaker: Mr Ben Ponton – Director, Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development Directorate Sponsored by Spiire (L-R) Michael Hopkins (MBA), Ben Ponton (EPSDD), Gracie Ferreira (MBA), Max Bomben (Spiire)

MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION NEWS EDITION 4 2018

69

OMFG - FREE S#%T WITH ALL

SIGNAGE

...just mention you saw this ad!

*Price is based on client already having a logo, extra costs will be added to re-create logo or design new logo from scratch.

SPEND $1500

OR MORE + GST ON ANY VEHICLE SIGNAGE

VEHICLE DEAL 3

SPEND $2000

OR MORE + GST ON ANY VEHICLE SIGNAGE

9-11 TOWNSVILLE ST, FYSHWICK ACT 2609 INFO@SIGNLIME.COM.AU | P 02 6280 6351

500

BUSINESS CARDS FOR FREE

(1 NAME /FULL COLOUR 2-SIDES + LAMO)

SITE SIGNS

6X 6X

VEHICLE DEAL 2

& RECEIVE

OR MORE + GST ON ANY VEHICLE SIGNAGE

& RECEIVE

SPEND $1000

& RECEIVE

VEHICLE DEAL 1

FOR FREE

(600MM X 800MM - EYELETS EXTRA)

+ BUSINESS CARDS X 500

SITE SIGNS FOR FREE

FREE EVAPORATIVE

COOLING

*

When you install ducted gas heating in your new home.

Whether you’re building your dream home or investing for the future, you want your house to be comfortable and energy efficient all year round. Evaporative cooling paired with ducted gas heating is the solution.

And now, we’ve partnered with Brivis and Braemar to add evaporative cooling to your new home — free!*

Talk to your builder about free evaporative cooling today.

* Terms and conditions available at evoenergy.com.au from 1 January 2018. Until then find them at actewagl.com.au/freecooling.

Evoenergy ABN 76 670 568 688, a business of ActewAGL Distribution, a partnership of Jemena Networks (ACT) Pty Ltd ABN 24 008 552 663 and Icon Distribution Investments Limited ABN 83 073 025 224.