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TRADE UNION ROYAL COMMISSION REPORT RELEASED
Print Post Publication No. PP100003016
HOME WARRANTY INSURANCEIT’S BROKEN AND NEEDS TO BE FIXED!
GOVERNMENT RELEASES DISCUSSION PAPER ON HOME WARRANTY INSURANCE FIRST NSW EMPLOYER PROSECUTED UNDER HARMONISED WHS LAWS
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The 1,000,000th Renault Kangoo has just rolled off the production line in France. That’s a whole lot of Kangoo can do.This trusty little workhorse has been a winner all over the world and its continued success is all down to owners like you.So on behalf of Renault we’d like to say thanks. Thanks for choosing a generous load space and payload. Thanks forchoosing dual sliding side doors, air conditioning and Bluetooth. Thanks for choosing Stability Control, Dual Airbagsand ABS. Thanks for choosing 3 free services.̂ Thanks a million for choosing Renault Kangoo.
†Five (5) year/200,000km warranty offer (which includes two (2) years Extended Manufacturer Warranty) and 5 years/200,000km Roadside Assistance both apply to all new or demonstrator Kangoo models. Warranty and Roadside Assistance valid for 5 years or 200,000km (whichever comes first) from new. Demonstrator vehicles receive balance of new vehicle warranty and Roadside Assistance. Renault reserves the right to vary, extend or withdraw this offer. Roadside Assistance terms and conditions apply. Call our Customer Service Team on 1800 009 008 or view the Terms and Conditions statement at www.renault.com.au/drivingpeaceofmind for details. ^Offer applies to Kangoo models sold from 1/1/16 to 31/3/16. First three scheduled maintenance services free on new and demonstrator Kangoo vehicles, based on standard scheduled servicing from new an on normal operating conditions. If vehicle not presented within three (3) months of when scheduled service is required, right to that free service under offer is forfeited. Whilst current Australian stocks last.
Thanks a millionHere’s to the 1,000,000th Kangoo.
IN THIS ISSUE:
REGULARS
Contact List 4
President’s Viewpoint 6
Executive Director’s Viewpoint 8
Regional Roundup 10
Newsbrief 14
FEATURES
Metal Roofi ng and Cladding Association Awards of Excellence 18
Excellence in Brick and Block Awards 30
Aboriginal Affairs 37
Let-Up to Employment Kit for Employers
Opportunity Hubs
Apprenticeship 40
Master Builders Pre Apprenticeship Program – A Success Story
Housing 42
Home Warranty Insurance
Industrial Relations 44
Trade Union Royal Commission Report Released
High Court Rules Independent Contracting Arrangement a Sham
Membership 47
Making the Most of your Master Builders Membership
Insurance 48
Builders Warranty Insurance
Legal 49
The Builder, The Developer and its Architect
Training 50
Course List
Workplace Health & Safety 51
First NSW Employer Prosecuted Under Harmonised WHS Laws
Women in Construction 52
Women in NSW 2015 Report
Empowering Women in Construction: No Stone Left Unturned
Dates for your diary 54
DIRECTORY 55
WHAT’S NEW 55
THE WAY WE WERE 56
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TRADE UNION ROYAL COMMISSION REPORT RELEASED
Print Post Publication No. PP100003016
HOME WARRANTY INSURANCEIT’S BROKEN AND NEEDS TO BE FIXED!
� GOVERNMENT RELEASES DISCUSSION PAPER ON HOME WARRANTY INSURANCE � FIRST NSW EMPLOYER PROSECUTED UNDER HARMONISED WHS LAWS
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MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF NEW SOUTH WALES
52 Parramatta Road, Forest Lodge NSW 2037 / Private Bag 9, Broadway NSW 2007Tel: (02) 8586 3555 | Fax: (02) 9660 3700 Email: enquiries@mbansw.asn.au Website: www.mbansw.asn.au | ABN 96 550 042 906
EXECUTIVE BOARD
Ross Mitchell PresidentMartin Patience Deputy PresidentPaul Maginnity Immediate Past PresidentSimon Pilcher Vice PresidentChris Calderbank-Park Vice PresidentMike O’Donell Vice PresidentJeffrey Cork Vice President
EXECUTIVE
Executive Director Brian Seidler 8586 3503Executive Assistant Amanda de Vries 8586 3507
MBA INSURANCE SERVICES
State Manager Luke Hueston 8586 3519Senior Account Manager Edwina Lyall 0412 806 700Account Executive - General Aravinda Mathuran 8586 3556 Adam Myers 8586 3501 Dele Omisore 8586 3583 Linda Thomson 8586 3568Authorised Representative - Adam Fawcett 0466 770 910Capital & Construction Risk Managers Pty Limited Account Executive - Warranty Daniel Vine 8586 3566 Jayne Pan 8586 3528Account Executive - Warranty Joel Beater 8586 3565National Business Development Manager (Surety) Bill Korakis 8586 3541Business Development Manager (NSW) Leeanne Farmer 8586 3512
MASTER BUILDERS FINANCIAL SERVICES
Broker Ogarit Kelley 0414 919 194 1300 760 366
MEMBER SERVICES
Manager Member Services Graham McGuiggan 8586 3554Membership Coordinator Paul Love 8586 3540 0413 306 556Membership Representative Mark Shearwood 8586 3520Member Services - Administration Joan Ah-Hen 8586 3515Member Services - Administration Samantha Bell 8586 3572Member Services - Administration Susie Bell 8586 3581
TRAINING
Education Centre 8586 3588Training Manager Darin Grace 8586 3579Apprentice Training Coordinator Lenn Fay 8586 3560Administration Coordinator Karen Grono 8586 3521Qualifications Coordinator Dean Edser 8586 3548Cert III Coordinator Carson Gao 8586 3559Cert III Customer Service Jason Kim 8586 3559Cert III Lead Trainer Andrew Turner 8586 3578Short Course Coordinator Vanessa Herrera 8586 3577Administration Coordinator Sharon Eakin 8586 3553MBA Skill Recognition Centre 1300 884 315
NORWEST EDUCATION CENTRE
5 Burbank Place, Baulkham Hills NSW 2153 Reception Laura Weston 8586 3588Executive Office 8586 3557
APPRENTICESHIP SERVICES
Apprenticeship Services Manager Karen Kellock 8586 3538Apprenticeship Services Coordinator Perry Wynn 8586 3533Apprenticeship Payroll Supervisor Maria-Luisa Branezac 8586 3536Apprenticeship Payroll Officer Laura Atwell 8586 3542Apprenticeship Field Officer Lance Hapeta 8586 3550Apprenticeship Field Officer Paulo Atienza 0423 025 380Apprenticeship Field Officer Ben Mitchell 0412 499 754Apprenticeship Field Officer Frank Luppino 0401 998 853Apprenticeship Mentor Donna Seidler 0413 316 407
HOUSING
Director Housing Peter Meredith 4323 4588
LEGAL
Head Solicitor Robert Collings 8586 3517Solicitor Hannah Shephard 8586 3517Legal Assistant Daniel Schwebel 8586 3517
INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS AND SAFETY
Director Construction Peter Glover 8586 3535Executive Officer Safety David Solomon 8586 3552Industrial Relations Officers Rod Grace 8586 3574 Nicholas Arends 8586 3573 Iain Jarman 8586 3502Safety Officer Chris Schultz 8586 3522Trainee Safety Officer Leon Lenzo 8586 3524IR Administration Officer Annette Gee 8586 3531Secretary Beverly Glover 8586 3523
EVENTS & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Awards Coordinator Susan Manning 8586 3506Assistant Awards Coordinators Helen Harris 8586 3564Special Projects Officer Amanda Kelly 8586 3504Business Development Manager Juliet Pratley 0421 050 395
OPERATIONS
Director Operations Craig Donovan 8586 3537Government Projects & Programs Manager Omesh Jethwani 8586 3539Communications Manager Steven Swan 8586 3562IT Systems Manager Amanda Kernaghan 8586 3580 IT Support/Webmaster Alexander Ashley-Carrington 8586 3525
FINANCE & ADMINISTRATION
Director Finance & Administration Arthur Johnson 8586 3508Manager Finance & Administration Strebre Delovski 8586 3511Credit Control Manager Leon Kopcikas 8586 3509Credit Officer Frank Chevell 8586 3567Inventory & Property Administration Officer Rheannon Vea Vea 8586 3527Accounts Payable Officer Bridget Delmore 8586 3510Assistant Accountant Sebastian Aguilera Reception #2 8586 3526Fishbowl #2 8586 3530Charles Martin Room 8586 3546
RECEPTION
Receptionist Joanne Papageorge 8586 3555 Daniela Fraumeni 8586 3555
REGIONAL OFFICES
NEWCASTLE OFFICE
Level 1, 165 Lambton Road, Broadmeadow NSW 2292 Tel: 4953 9400Hunter Region Manager Len Blakeney 4979 0101Office Administrator Trish Dillon 4979 0103Receptionist Ashley O’Brien 4953 9400Industrial Relations Officers Ben Ziolkowski 4979 0107Safety Officer John McGhee 4979 0112Trade Events & Divisional Coordinator Haley Tibbetts 4979 0106Membership Representative Luke Reeves 4979 0109Events and Training Coordinator Kerri Richards 4979 0105MBA Insurance Services - Newcastle Leeanne Farmer 0466 777 057
NORTHERN REGIONS
Shop 1, 97 Tamar Street, Ballina NSW 2478Tel: 6681 4266Regional Coordinator Graham Marchant 0428 412 784Member Services Representative Marlee Rudgley
GOSFORD
Unit 7/4 Stockyard Place, West Gosford NSW 2250Tel: 4323 4588Director Housing Peter Meredith 0412 694 001Member Services Representative Zoe Gardnier 4323 4588
SOUTHERN REGIONS
Unit 1, 171 Princes Highway, Ulladulla NSW 2539Tel: 4454 1955Regional Coordinator Lynn Smith 0418 633 297Member Services Representative Debbie McDonald 4454 1955
ALBURY/WODONGA
35 Hovell Street, Wodonga VIC 3690Tel: 6058 2000 Regional Manager Steve Donaghey 0402 044 075Office Manager Lesley Donaghey 6058 2000Administration Assistant Pauline Meade 6058 2000
PORT MACQUARIE
Unit 3, 12 Jindalee Road, Port Macquarie NSW 2444Tel: 6581 4033Member Services Representative Kerrie Clark 6581 4033
WOLLONGONG
Unit 3, 29-35 Princes Highway, Unanderra NSW 2526Tel: 4272 9409Regional Coordinator Michael Hart 0419 140 126Member Services Representative Ruth Billington 4272 9409
ORANGE
Level 1, 296-298 Summer St, Orange NSW 2800Tel: 02 6362 6895Fax: 02 6369 0390Mob 0458 243 976Regional Coordinator Chris Dunn
MATES IN CONSTRUCTION
Hotline: 8586 3575
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Which brand of window deservesto be in your next Master Build ?
In late December last year (2015) the NSW
Government released two very signifi cant
Discussion Papers. The fi rst being a Discussion
Paper on the review of Home Warranty
Insurance (HWI), the second a review of the
Building Construction Industry Security of
Payment Act 1999. Both Discussion Papers
had deadlines to respond of February 2016.
In order to respond properly to a signifi cant
issue such as HWI, the Association provided
a HWI Briefi ng Note which was circulated to
all members. A number of industry workshops
were conducted in January, one in Sydney and
one in Newcastle, as well in regional centres
across NSW. It is interesting and relevant
to note that a specifi c workshop targeting
new entrants and young builders was also
undertaken to ascertain their perspective on
this issue.
The feedback received from builders is
consistent:
• HWI fi nancial requirements restrict
builders’ growth;
• The current scheme acts as a deterrent to
new entrants coming into the
building industry;
• There is a lack of incentive in both
licencing and insurance systems;
• There is a lack of owner (client)
accountability in relation to the builders’
selection and contract value.
While the MBA acknowledges that these
issues appear simple, the solution to a
sustainable HWI scheme is not so simple.
The MBA believes that the warranty scheme
has moved away from its original intention of
protecting the consumer who is building or
renovating a home. We believe that this is the
scheme’s core business and any changes to
the current system should refl ect a return to
that original purpose.
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2016 is already shaping up as being a very busy year for
the Association.
The workshops conducted by the MBA and
feedback from over 100 submissions clearly
identify improvements that could be made to
the current scheme, and they fall into a number
of broad categories:
• Improved eligibility criteria;
• Any system should reward better builders;
• Better alignment of licencing to insurance;
• Improved certifi cation systems;
• Implement an education and mentoring
system for new industry entrants;
• Owner education and accountability
need improving.
It is clear from the consultations and
submissions received that the introduction of
a building commission to comprehensively
co-ordinate, not only this signifi cant issue, but
also other industry regulations is a central pillar
to reforming the industry.
The other matter that I refer to above is
the Security of Payment Legislation review.
This review has given the Association an
opportunity to once again comment on a
number of issues which have plagued certain
sectors of the industry for many years.
Specifi cally, the Association makes comment
on the extension of the legislation to cover
the relationship between home owners and
builders, which is currently not the case.
The need for more time for larger and more
complex issues, the independent nomination
of Adjudicators as well as matters relating to
the cost effectiveness of the Act’s operation in
smaller matters are all subjects canvassed in
the MBAs submission.
I thank all members who participated in the
various workshops and those who completed
questionnaires, for their input and very
important feedback.
Ross MitchellMBA/NSW PRESIDENT
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rylock.comAlexandria | Factory & Showroom
More than 30 years delivering World Class light, views, lifestyle & energy efficiency
into quality Australian homes
3 Ellis Avenue8335 4400
Artarmon | Showroom OPENING IN EASTER 2016!
Photo courtesy Sheridan Building Services
Which brand of window deservesto be in your next Master Build ?
Switching to the Waterstop
Streamline system has been a
fantastic result for the company.
It ticks all the boxes by being
modern, sleek, easy to install
and failsafe.
Costly repairs associated with
leaking shower trays are now a
thing of the past.
Luke Pearce
QLD Construction Manager, Devine Homes
For more information, visit www.waterstopstreamline.com.au
Phone 07 5426 3700 • Fax 07 5426 3711 • Email sales@gleda.com.au
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I am happy to give my recommendation to use Waterstop Streamline. It is the only modern looking product that I have seen that positively connects the shower screen to the waterproofing in a completely leak free way...Mr Albert Aeberhard Builder, Hotondo Homes Group ACT
Using Waterstop Streamline in all
our shower areas has made life easy
for waterproofing and our tilers.
They are so simple to install and
always look very professional.
I recommend to all my clients
to use the Waterstop Streamline
system in their shower areas.
Mr Kerry Blake
Director, Blake’s Waterproofi ng
With so many new products
on offer in our industry it
is difficult to find time to
investigate them all.
We are very glad we made
time for this one.
Mr Dennis Wright
Building and Project Manager, Beazley Homes
Switching to the Waterstop
By using Waterstop Streamline
I know the shower will be
perfect every time. It has
to be, because this product is
designed to dictate placement
of all of the other components
to make up the complete shower.
It’s virtually impossible to
stuff it up.
Mr Glen Whitehead
Managing Director, BJM Developments
on offer in our industry it
is difficult to find time to on offer in our industry it
is difficult to find time to on offer in our industry it
We are very glad we made
Building and Project Manager, Beazley Homes
My business has expanded rapidly since we started using
the Waterstop Streamline hob and now I have tilers
voluntarily recommending the Waterstop system – and me –
to other builders. Everyone that uses it loves it.Mr Fred Meddings Managing Director, Watertight Australia
(Waterproofers)
Waterstop Streamline – Why would anyone use anything
else to build a shower? At last someone has got a product together that not only works,
but it looks good and is so easy for every trade to work with. It even comes with step by step
instructions on the protective tape.Mr Andrew ShailerAndrew Shailer Tiling
Using Waterstop Streamline in all
our shower areas has made life easy Using Waterstop Streamline in all
our shower areas has made life easy Using Waterstop Streamline in all
Waterstop is easy to order with efficient delivery.
It has given us the edge on our competitors and is our preferred method of waterproofing and
tiling showers.IF YOU ARE ONE OF OUR
COMPETITORS READING THIS AD PLEASE IGNORE.
Tony GloverTony Glover Tiling & Waterproofi ng
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Members would have no doubt heard through various
media reports, the Final Report of the Royal Commission (TURC) into Trade Union
Governance and Corruption (TURC) conducted by former
High Court of Australia Judge Dyson Heydon, was made public by the Federal
Government at the end of December 2015.
Whilst the Final Report is
very extensive, containing 6
volumes in all, only 5 volumes
have been made public with
the sixth volume remaining
confi dential. The report contains a
total of 79 recommendations.
Royal Commissioner Dyson Heydon says
in the Report’s introduction that the two
year $46million inquiry found “widespread
misconduct” in a wide variety of unions and
industries. Those responsible have ranged in
seniority from the most junior levels to the most
senior, Commissioner Heydon wrote. Many
State Secretaries have been involved.
The Commissioner further comments, “These
aberrations cannot be regarded as isolated.
They are not the work of a few rogue unions,
or a few rogue offi cials. The misconduct
exhibits great variety. It is widespread. It is
deep-seated. It would be utterly naïve to think
that what has been uncovered is anything
other than the small tip of an enormous
iceberg. But it is clear that in many parts of
the world constituted by Australian trade union
offi cials, there is room for louts, thugs, bullies,
thieves, perjurers, those who threaten violence,
errant fi duciaries and organisers of boycotts.”
The TURC Final Report contains a number
of recommendations where the law needs
reforming in regard to the operation and
accountability of trade unions. Whilst the
Report stopped short of recommending
one building union be deregistered, it does
recommend special legislation be introduced
to disqualify offi cers of that union who are
deemed by Parliament to be ‘not a fi t and
proper person’.
The key recommendations include:
• The restoration of the powers of
the Australian Building Construction
Commission (ABCC).
• A new regulator for industrial organisations
with stronger powers including the same
investigative powers as the Australian
Securities and Investments Commission
(ASIC) and particular powers to inspect
the books of all registered organisations
to ensure their compliance with the
Registered Organisations Act.
• Much greater disclosure of benefi ts accrued
from ‘related entities’ that fl ow to registered
organisations and greater scrutiny of those
benefi ts including around taxation.
• The registered organisation regulator would
have the power to investigate breaches by
individuals of rules and laws around such
organisations and ban people from (paid
staff and volunteers) acting as offi cers of
registered organisations.
• A new civil penalty requiring registered
organisations to adopt policies around
fi nancial management.
• Increasing penalties for directors of
registered organisations to bring them into
line with those of company directors.
• Making it a criminal offense where directors
of registered organisations behave
dishonestly or recklessly in breach of their
statutory duties.
• Organisations negotiating Enterprise
Bargaining Agreements (EBAs) be required
to disclose all fi nancial benefi ts, direct
or indirect that can be derived by those
organisations or a related entity from the
terms of the EBA.
• Increased penalties for unions who
breach competition laws such as
secondary boycotts.
• The ABCC to have concurrent power with
the ACCC to enforce competition laws
around secondary boycotts.
• The ACCC to name and shame
participants in cartel conduct and
secondary boycotts each year.
• A stronger fi t and proper person test for
CFMEU offi cials and the ability for the
Parliament to have the power to disqualify
CFMEU offi cials from being union offi cials.
• Increased penalties for breaches of right of
entry rules.
• The Federal Government’s response
was to back the Royal Commission’s
recommendation to restore the
powers of the Australian Building and
Construction Commission (ABCC) and
has re-introduced the ABCC (Construction
Industry Improving Productivity Bills) to the
Parliament’s fi rst 2016 sitting.
It is most interesting to observe that our
industry has had experienced 3 Royal
Commissions over the last 3 decades – all
resulting in similar recommendations. The
unfortunate and recurring theme however,
is that Governments are unable to achieve
outcomes that the industry is crying out for.
Brian Seidler EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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Switching to the Waterstop
Streamline system has been a
fantastic result for the company.
It ticks all the boxes by being
modern, sleek, easy to install
and failsafe.
Costly repairs associated with
leaking shower trays are now a
thing of the past.
Luke Pearce
QLD Construction Manager, Devine Homes
For more information, visit www.waterstopstreamline.com.au
Phone 07 5426 3700 • Fax 07 5426 3711 • Email sales@gleda.com.au
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Hear what our customers are saying about Waterstop Streamline
I am happy to give my recommendation to use Waterstop Streamline. It is the only modern looking product that I have seen that positively connects the shower screen to the waterproofing in a completely leak free way...Mr Albert Aeberhard Builder, Hotondo Homes Group ACT
Using Waterstop Streamline in all
our shower areas has made life easy
for waterproofing and our tilers.
They are so simple to install and
always look very professional.
I recommend to all my clients
to use the Waterstop Streamline
system in their shower areas.
Mr Kerry Blake
Director, Blake’s Waterproofi ng
With so many new products
on offer in our industry it
is difficult to find time to
investigate them all.
We are very glad we made
time for this one.
Mr Dennis Wright
Building and Project Manager, Beazley Homes
Switching to the Waterstop
By using Waterstop Streamline
I know the shower will be
perfect every time. It has
to be, because this product is
designed to dictate placement
of all of the other components
to make up the complete shower.
It’s virtually impossible to
stuff it up.
Mr Glen Whitehead
Managing Director, BJM Developments
on offer in our industry it
is difficult to find time to on offer in our industry it
is difficult to find time to on offer in our industry it
We are very glad we made
Building and Project Manager, Beazley Homes
My business has expanded rapidly since we started using
the Waterstop Streamline hob and now I have tilers
voluntarily recommending the Waterstop system – and me –
to other builders. Everyone that uses it loves it.Mr Fred Meddings Managing Director, Watertight Australia
(Waterproofers)
Waterstop Streamline – Why would anyone use anything
else to build a shower? At last someone has got a product together that not only works,
but it looks good and is so easy for every trade to work with. It even comes with step by step
instructions on the protective tape.Mr Andrew ShailerAndrew Shailer Tiling
Using Waterstop Streamline in all
our shower areas has made life easy Using Waterstop Streamline in all
our shower areas has made life easy Using Waterstop Streamline in all
Waterstop is easy to order with efficient delivery.
It has given us the edge on our competitors and is our preferred method of waterproofing and
tiling showers.IF YOU ARE ONE OF OUR
COMPETITORS READING THIS AD PLEASE IGNORE.
Tony GloverTony Glover Tiling & Waterproofi ng
MBA ILLAWARRA DIVISION RACE DAYThe MBA Illawarra Division recently held
another successful Cox Plate race day at
Kembla Grange Racecourse. The annual event
has now been running for 10 years and was
enjoyed by over 300 people in the exclusive
Bert Lilye Lounge, where guests were treated
to a 3 course meal with beer and champagne
whilst overlooking the fi nish line. The eight race
program was held under sunny skies allowing
for the ladies to turn out in their fi nest race day
wear and the men in their best attire. The race
day also raises funds for the National Breast
Cancer Foundation with over $1,500 being
raised this year.
� e Illawara division enjoying a successful race day
WATERPROOFING COURSE A HIT IN PORT MACQUARIE
In the week before Christmas a Government
Funded Waterproofi ng - Best Practical
Applications course was held in Port
Macquarie, with record numbers attending.
With Waterproofi ng failure being the cause
of a large percentage of insurance claims on
homes, it’s really important that the job is done
properly in the fi rst place. This was a great
course for builders and associated trades
who are already doing waterproofi ng, to brush
up on their skills and practices. Due to the
popularity of the course, we will endeavour
to hold another one this year and we are
also hoping to hold a four day Certifi cate III in
Construction Waterproofi ng course too.
The Port Macquarie offi ce is currently in
the process of planning a Certifi cate IV in
Construction and Building for 2016. This
course will be run on ten weekends over a
six month period and all work is completed in
the classroom. Common negative feedback
from other Cert IV courses is the amount of
homework required, so the weekends will
be long days, but it means not having to do
homework through the week.
Construction in the Port Macquarie area is
busier than ever which was evidenced by the
two pages of Developments and Applications
in the local newspaper this week, something
not seen for quite a few years.
Attendees at � e Oxley Divisional Information Night held at Hanson Concrete, Port Macquarie
The local builders were treated to a working
tour of the local Hanson Concrete Plant in
Port Macquarie at their 2015 AGM & Divisional
Information Night. It was an interesting and
informative night with most saying that they
learnt something, which is a great result as this
is the aim of our Information Nights.
Kerrie Clark
Member Services Representative
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National Master Builders Award Winners 2015
Congratulations to our National Master Builders
Award Winners who were recently recognized at
the MBA National Awards at the Gold Coast.
Award winners from our Newcastle Building
Awards were judged against the winners from
eight other Master Builders Associations. In
addition to Jarrad Page, judged as National
Apprentice of the Year, other winners were
Stevens Constructions for National Commercial
Projects $5-$10 Million; Peter Doody
Constructions for National Project Homes under
$350,000 and McDonald Jones Homes for
National Display Homes $250,000 - $350,000.
We are all well aware of the quality of design, finish
and detail exhibited by our local building award
entrants but there is great satisfaction for our
members as a result of national recognition against
the very best in Australia.
Master Builders Apprentice of the Year
Local apprentice carpenter, Jarrad Page has
received the highest accolade by being awarded
the National Master Builders Apprentice of the
Year 2015. Jarrad is a proud member of the
North Construction & Building apprentice team
led by Apprentice Manager Grant Cameron and
the award is a worthy recognition of Jarrad’s
commitment and dedication to his trade.
Managing Director Tim Cornish is proud of North’s
apprentice employment history and training
program and confirmed the local construction
company, established in 1986, is now the largest
privately owned building contractor in the Central
Coast region with the intention to employ a further
five apprentices this year.
The award is a another highlight for North, having
recently achieved a National Top 100 ranking in
the respected construction research and reporting
group Cordell’s Top 100 Builders 2015 report.
North were also recent winners in the Newcastle
Master Builders Excellence in Building Awards for
Commercial Renovations over $2 million.
Newcastle Master Builders Race Day
Master Builders Association Annual Hunter
Division Race Day was an enjoyable and
successful event with 170 guests treated to Gary
Harley’s company in the main pavilion. It was
a major celebration for MBA’s Group Training
Scheme and the 80 host employers who provide
invaluable training and commitment to support
our local construction apprentices. The Group
Scheme now has in excess of 140 apprentices
throughout the Hunter Region.
A very big thank you for the support of our
sponsors for the race day - Nexus Law Group,
MBA Insurance Services, Kone, Hanson,
Mitsubishi Electric Air Conditioning, All Steel
Sheds, Master Builders Newcastle.
Len Blakeney
Hunter Area Manager
Stevens Construction (NSW)
The North team
The Newcastle Race Day
Peter Doody Constructions
McDonald Jones Homes
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SENATE INVESTIGATES FEASABILITY OF OPTIONS FOR PORTABLE LONG SERVICE LEAVE’
On 11 December 2015, Master Builders
lodged a submission in response to a Senate
inquiry on the feasibility of, and options for,
creating a national long service standard
(LSL), and the portability of long service and
other entitlements. This issue has previously
been addressed by Master Builders as
part of our submission to the Productivity
Commission (PC) in relation to its report into
the Workplace Relations Framework. In our
submissions to both the PC and the more
recent Senate inquiry, we argued that in the
event that a uniform model for LSL is drafted
or an amendment to the National Employment
Standards is proposed to include LSL
benefi ts, the building and construction industry
should be carved out of these amendments
given its unique characteristics.
The building and construction industry’s
complex and distinctive contracting
arrangements has led to the establishment
of our own State Territory based portable
LSL scheme that has already been in
place for decades. In our submission to
the Senate inquiry, we reiterated that any
proposal to transition to a single uniform
model would require extensive due diligence
with and across the existing State and
Territory schemes and should include the
grandfathering of existing entitlements under
a cost-effective, accountable and transparent
model of administration.
The Senate Education and Employee is due
to release its report on the matter by 25
February 2016.
MASTER BUILDERS SUBMISSION ON VITAL AMENDMENTS TO IR LEGISLATIONOn 22 December 2015, Master Builders lodged
a submission with the Senate Education and
Employment Legislation Committee (the Senate
Committee), following an inquiry referred to it
by the Senate into provisions of the Fair Work
Amendment (Remaining 2014 Measures) Bill
2015 (Remaining Measures Bill).
The Remaining Measures Bill contains
the following:
• Clarifi cation on the payment of untaken
leave on termination which under the
new provisions would only be payable
on termination if provided for under an
enterprise agreement
• An amendment that provides that,
subject to some exceptions, an
employee who is absent from work and
in receipt of worker’s compensation (WC)
payments, will not be able to accrue
annual leave while receiving WC.
• A range of measures providing for
increased fl exibility arrangements (IFAs)
such as clarifi cation that non-monetary
benefi ts may be taken into account when
determining whether an employee is
better off overall under an IFA
• Provisions that require an employee who
seeks to transfer to as associated entity
of their current employer are subject to
the terms and conditions of employment
of the new employer
• Amendments that restore some balance
to the Right of Entry provisions, for
example, providing new eligibility criteria
to determine when a permit holder
may enter premises for the purposes of
holding discussions with workers
• New processes in how the Fair
Work Commission deals with unfair
dismissal claims
Although largely supporting the changes
outlined in the Remaining Measures Bill, in
our submission to the Senate Committee
Master Builders stated that more industrial
relations reform is needed to bring balance
to the industrial relations system. We also
submitted that specifi c reforms for the
building and construction industry were vital
to restore the rule of law in our industry.
The Senate Committee is due to hand
down its report, following the inquiry into the
Remaining Measures Bill, by 4 February 2016.
FAIR WORK COMMISSION – REVIEW OF THE PERMISSION TO APPEAL PILOTThe Fair Work Commission has published an
internal Review of the Permission to Appeal Pilot.
The permission to appeal pilot was
established in December 2014 with a new
approach being adopted in the case of
appeals in unfair dismissal matters and a small
number of other appeal matters. The aim of
the pilot was to ensure that these matters
were dealt with more effi ciently and effectively.
The review shows a signifi cant improvement
in the time between the permission to appeal
hearing and the decision being handed down
under the pilot compared with the normal
appeals process.
In addition to the improvement in timeliness,
the pilot has reduced costs for parties and
provided effi ciencies for the Commission while
maintaining access to procedural fairness for
the parties involved in these proceedings.
Rebecca Sostarko, Lawyer,
rebecca@masterbuilds.com.au
PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO MODEL WHS LEGISLATION AND MSD RESEARCHSafe Work Australia (SWA) is continuing to
consult with Master Builders on proposed
changes to the model Work Health and
Safety (WHS) Regulations. A summary of the
amendments are as follows:
• Reviewing the defi nition of ‘construction
work’ to clarify its application to fi xed plant
• Revision of the monetary threshold which
is to be applied to a ‘construction project’
• Reviewing the effectiveness and form of
Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS)
that are currently required for high risk
construction work
• Reviewing the requirements for general
construction induction training
SWA has advised that it will continue to
consult with Master Builders during the
Regulatory reform process.
In addition, Master Builders was also recently
consulted and provided comment on a
research scoping document that SWA has
commission on Musculoskeletal disorders
(MSDs). Although acknowledging the
importance of the research, in our feedback
to SWA we emphasised that it is crucial that
any research undertaken or commissioned
by SWA is subject to systematic review and
is treated with academic rigour.
The fi nding of SWA’s MSD report will be
circulated once it has been released.
Rebecca Sostarko, Lawyer,
rebecca@masterbuilds.com.au
WORKPLACE RELATIONS WORKPLACE RELATIONS WORKPLACE RELATIONS
WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY
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HOUSE PRICE FORECASTS Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane should
see the strong house price growth over the
coming year. House prices in Melbourne are
predicted by SQM, a consultancy, to surge
by as much as 13% in 2016, after rising
nearly 12% in 2015, while in Sydney they are
expected to rise by 9% (compared to almost
13% last year). For Brisbane, the fi gures are
8%, and 4 % respectively. At the other end
of the house price spectrum, house prices
are forecast to fall by as much as 7% in Perth
and 6% in Darwin, following falls of around
4% in both cities last year.
AUCTION CLEARANCE RATESAuction clearance rates for residential
property fell to just 62% in the December
Quarter last year, their lowest level in almost
four years. The national average clearance
rate stood at 73.4% in the preceding
September Quarter of 2015. Melbourne had
the highest auction clearance rate (at nearly
68%), followed by Canberra (just over 61%),
and Sydney and Adelaide (both nearly 60%).
By contrast, the clearance rates were much
lower for Brisbane (46%), Hobart (37%) and
Perth (35%). Auction clearance rates are
widely regarded as being reliable leading
indicators of house prices.
DWELLING RENTSDwelling rental growth largely fl at-lined,
growing by just 0.3% across the major
capital cities, in 2015. The best performing
markets were Melbourne (where rents
rose by a meagre 2.2%) and Sydney and
Canberra (both up 1.9%), while in Brisbane
and Adelaide they fell by around 0.3%. By
contrast, rents went into reverse, falling
heavily in both Darwin (down more than 13%)
and Perth (down 8%) last year. The fi gures
come from CoreLogic, a consultancy.
FOREIGN INVESTMENTForeign investment in Australian residential
property is expected to weaken in early 2016.
A new survey by the ANZ Bank predicts
foreign investors will account for 21.9%
of housing demand in the March Quarter
this year, down from 22.4% a year ago. By
contrast, foreign investors are expected to
account for 19.7% of offi ce sales, up 11% on
a year earlier, and a similar proportion of retail
space sales, up more than 56%. Foreign
investors are also expected to expand their
footprint in the industrial and the tourism
construction area.
HOUSEHOLD MOBILITYMore than 40% of Australian households
moved home in the last fi ve years, according
to new fi gures from the Australian Bureau of
Statistics (ABS). And, much as would have
been expected, the likelihood of moving
home is linked to a person’s age. At the
younger end of the age spectrum, 82%
of people aged between 25 and 34 years
moved home at least once in the last fi ve
years, while for those in the 35 to 44 years
age cohort the fi gure was 56%.
By contrast, for people aged 65 years or
more the home relocation rate was just 14%.
South Australians appear to be least likely
to relocate home (68% staying in the same
home), while Queenslanders appear the most
likely to move (just 53% staying put).
ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTIONEngineering construction activity continues to
weaken, according to new fi gures from the
Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Overall,
engineering construction fell by 8% in trend
terms in the year to the September Quarter
2015, largely refl ecting the sizeable fall in
private sector engineering work done (down
10%). By contrast, the value of public sector
engineering work done fell by a more modest
1.4% over the same period. The private
sector accounted for just over three quarters
(76%) of the value of engineering work done
in the September Quarter last year.
PUBLIC HOUSINGAustralia’s public housing stock has
contracted substantially over the past
decade. In 2004, there were some 345,335
dwellings in the public housing stock;
a decade later the fi gure was 323,803
dwellings, a fall of more than 6%. The
largest falls in the public housing stock were
experienced in Tasmania (down 28%), South
Australia (down 15.6%), and the Northern
Territory and New South Wales (both down
around 11%). By contrast, Western Australia
and Queensland increased their stocks of
public housing, by 6 and 5% respectively,
over the same period.
Brent Davis, National Director Industry Policy,
brent.davis@masterbuilders.com.au
VET FEE-HELP UPDATEAs reported in an edition of CEO update
in 2015, the Australian Government is
reforming the VET FEE HELP scheme to
‘improve the quality and effectiveness of
the scheme and to better protect students
taking out a VET FEE HELP loan’.
The Higher Education Support Act 2003 (the
Act) was recently amended by the Higher
Education Support Amendment (VET FEE-
HELP Reform) Act 2015 and will enact new
measures from 1 January 2016 to further
strengthen the scheme. These changes aim
to control growth and lift the performance of
training providers ahead of a more fundamental
redesign of the scheme due in 2017.
In a radio interview Luke Hartsuyker, the
Minister for Vocational Education and Skills,
said the government was looking at curtailing
public funding for courses of “dubious value”.
“One of the things I will also be looking at
in going forward is whether the particular
courses that are being offered are
appropriate to be funded by the taxpayer, so
there will be a range of measures that will be
taken into account when we implement the
new system,” the Minister said.
These measures will be in addition to those
that came into effect on January 1.
TRAINING PACKAGE UPDATESOver the past six months, the Construction
and Property Services Industry Skills Council
(CPSISC) has undertaken a number of
Training Package re-design projects.
The primary objective of these projects
has been to align nominated CPP07 and
CPC08 qualifi cations and their native units
of competency to the latest Standards for
Training Packages. This body of work was
requested by the Department of Education
and Training which required CPSISC to
have this work completed with Cases for
Endorsement lodged with the Department by
30th November 2015.
Stakeholder feedback relating to proposed
signifi cant change, for example additional units
or qualifi cation restructure, has been captured
on the CPSISC Training Package Continuous
Improvement Register for future consideration
and redevelopment at a later stage.
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Once endorsed, the qualifi cations listed
below will be included in their respective new
CPC Construction, Plumbing and Services
Training Package and the CPP Property
Services Training Package and available for
implementation in 2016. These include:
• CPC30516 Certifi cate III in Demolition
• CPC40116 Certifi cate IV in Demolition
• CPC50416 Diploma of Building Design
• CPP80116 Graduate Certifi cate in
Building Design
• CPP80216 Graduate Diploma in
Building Design
• CPP20216 Certifi cate II in
Waste Management
• CPP30616 Certifi cate III in
Waste Management
• CPP30616 Certifi cate IV in
Waste Management
• CPP50616 Diploma of
Waste Management
• CPP30516 Certifi cate III in
Swimming Pool and Spa Service
• CPP40616 Certifi cate IV in
Swimming Pool and Spa Service
• CPP40716 Certifi cate IV in
Home Sustainability Assessment
• CPP40816 Certifi cate IV in
NatHERS Assessment
• CPP50516 Diploma of Residential
Building Energy Assessment
• CPP41016 Certifi cate IV in
Access Consulting
• CPP80316 Graduate Diploma of
Access Consulting.
As part of the transition process of Training
Package work being managed by Industry Skills
Councils to the new Skills Service Organisations
(SSO) all training package documentation
including that for the above qualifi cations had to
be forwarded to the Department of Education
and Training by CPSISC.
A number of qualifi cations listed for Training
Package re-design, to align them to the
Standards for Training Packages, have
unfortunately not progressed to fi nal draft
stage due to the substantial changes to
the qualifi cation structure that would be
required to meet Standard 8 compliance. The
packaging of the units of competency listed
in these qualifi cations requires revision to
align the qualifi cation to its current Australian
Qualifi cation (AQF) level. These include:
• CPC30111 Certifi cate III in
Bricklaying/Blocklaying
• CPC31611 Certifi cate III in Paving
• CPC30313 Certifi cate III in Concreting
• CPC31712 Certifi cate III in Post-Tensioning
• CPC32313 Certifi cate III in Stonemasonry
(Monumental/Installation)
• CPP50716 Diploma of Access Consulting
It is expected that the uncompleted reviews
will be set to the new construction Skills
Service Organisation for review and fi nalisation
once announced by the Government.
Robert Wilson, National Director Workforce
Development Training
robert.wilson@masterbuilders.com.au
ABCB CONDENSATION SURVEYThe Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB)
are currently undertaking a scoping study
project on condensation in residential buildings.
A survey was released with the objective
of gathering evidence and feedback on the
extent of condensation problems and the likely
causes, as well as gaining an understanding
of industry’s capacity to manage condensation
risks in new residential buildings.
ABCB NON-CONFORMING PRODUCTS CONSULTATIVE COMMITTEEMaster Builders has continued its advocacy to
ensure that members concerns about Non-
Conforming Products and a potential mandatory
regulatory response are being heard.
In July 2015 the Building Minister’s Forum
asked the Australian Building Codes Board
(ABCB) to report in February 2016 on the
potential need for a mandatory reporting
scheme for high risk building products.
To inform its response to Building Ministers,
the ABCB established a Non-Conforming
Products (NCP) Consultative Committee
comprised of key industry stakeholders with
Master Builders prominent among them.
Master Builders ensured that the concerns
of builders have been heard among other
stakeholders such as engineers, building
surveyors and building products suppliers.
The Consultative Committee principally
considered and provided feedback to the
ABCB on:
• Potential options for a mandatory
building product certifi cation scheme.
• Assumptions for regulation
impact assessment.
• Proposals to address issues associated
with products being used in circumstances
for which they are not intended.
The ABCB will provide its formal response to
the Building Ministers Forum in mid-February
and Master Builders will inform members of
its recommendations immediately afterwards
POSSIBLE SUBMISSION TO STANDARDS AUSTRALIA TO REVIEW AS2047 – WINDOW RUBBER / STRIP SEAL ISSUEMaster Builders is investigating making an
application / change to AS2047.
Master Builders has become aware of reported
problems concerning the use of a commercial
window rubber strip/seal. The glazing channels
were aluminium vanguard extrusions.
The problem with the rubber window seals
is that over time (4-5 years) they shrink and
become brittle and easily removed by hand.
They lose their ability to seal resulting in water
egress and subsequent water damage.
After initial investigation, there is no Standard
or regulated requirement for seal/sealant
material in glazed systems but noting the
existence of testing and selection standards
that are performance based. The only
stipulated material requirements are if the
property falls into a bushfi re zone.
At this stage our advice to Master Builders
members is to be aware that currently there
is no performance standard for window seals
and that members should make their own
enquiries with suppliers as to suitability and
warranty terms.
Benjamin Moseley, National Director –
Building Regulations and Standards, ben.
moseley@masterbuilders.com.au
TRAINING TRAINING
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2015 METAL ROOFING AND CLADDING ASSOCIATION AWARDS OF EXCELLENCEThe Metal Roofing and Cladding Association of Australia (MRCAA) conducted its Annual Awards of Excellence on Friday 20 November at the Four Seasons Hotel. The MRCAA received some 98 entries over 16 categories.
The Apprentice of the Year was Curtis Beetham from Gymea TAFE. Curtis received stage 1 and 2 excellence in roofing awards from Gymea TAFE.
The Master of Ceremonies this year was Marty Fields with the music for the evening supplied by Venus Music.
The MRCAA’s Gold Award for Excellence - Rex Blackwell Award was awarded to Spackman and Kentwell Roofing.
The MRCAA would like to thank the sponsors for their support throughout the year and especially for the evening who, without their support the event would not be possible.
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SPACKMAN AND KENTWELL ROOFING SPONSOR: COLORBOND
OVERALL WINNER
At Spackman & Kentwell Roofing we specialize in roofing installation, repairs and supplying of roofing materials. Along with our experience, business backing and knowledge to quote and complete any size roofing or wall cladding project we also offer a 24 hour emergency service. Consultation with design of roof sheet profile, rainwater goods, roof access and safety systems are also our specialty.
Director: Richard KentwellEmail: richard@sandkroofing.com.auDirector: Luke Vane-TempestEmail: luke@sandkroofing.com.au
Office Ph: (02) 42763677Email: admin@sandkroofing.com.auwww.sandkroofing.com.au
THE SPACKMAN AND KENTWELL TEAM RECEIVING THEIR OVERALL WINNER AWARD
THE MRCAA NIGHT 2015
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SINGLE RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGNew structure
METAL MASTERS HOME IMPROVEMENTSPROJECT: 3 HILTON PLACE – KENTHURSTSPONSOR: COLORBOND
SINGLE RESIDENTIAL BUILDING REFURBISHMENTRe-roofing or re-cladding of an existing structure
IDEAL METAL ROOFINGPROJECT: 15 KENNEDY GROVE – APPINSPONSOR: STRAMIT
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MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL BUILDING Villas, home units – new structure
SPACKMAN AND KENTWELL ROOFINGPROJECT: DUNLEA CENTRE – ENGADINESPONSOR: FLETCHER INSTITUTION
MULTIPLE RESIDENTIAL BUILDING – REFURBISHMENT Villas, home units, re-roofing or re-cladding of an existing structure
RED 8 ROOFINGPROJECT: ONE DARLING HARBOURSPONSOR: AMPELITE
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HERITAGEActual heritage work and / or utilising new materials to give a heritage effect
IDEAL METAL ROOFING PROJECT: HYDRO MAJESTIC – MEDLOW BATHSPONSOR: METROLL
COMMERCIAL / INDUSTRIAL ROOFING AND / OR CLADDING New structure
AXIS METAL ROOFINGPROJECT: BEGA HOSPITAL REDEVELOPMENTSPONSOR: LYSAGHT
WINNER
WINNER
COMMERCIAL / INDUSTRIAL REFURBISHMENTRe-roofing or re-cladding of an existing structure
AXIS METAL ROOFINGPROJECT: INGLEBURN STATIONSPONSOR: KINGSPAN INSULATED PANELS
SPECIALIST WORKS PROJECT UNDER $300,000 ROOF COSTRoofing and / or roof plumbing that does not form part of the above and is specialised in design and workmanship
STERLAND ROOFINGPROJECT: 19 PIBRAC STREET – WARRAWEESPONSOR: JARDINE LLOYD THOMPSON
WINNER
An established family business since 1982,
Winners of the 2015 Metal Roofing & Cladding Association Awards for Excellence in:• Commercial Industrial Roofing &/Or Cladding New Structure• Commercial Industrial Refurbishment• Safety as awarded by a Principal Contractor
www.AxisMetalRoofing.com.au
Specialising in the supply & installation of:
Bega Valley Hospital
Lane Cove CouncilMarsden ParkYenorra Fire Station
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An established family business since 1982,Axis Metal Roofing is one of Australia’s leading Metal Roofing & Specialist Cladding Contractors operating nationally with offices in New South Wales and South Australia.
Winners of the 2015 Metal Roofing & Cladding Association Awards for Excellence in:• Commercial Industrial Roofing &/Or Cladding New Structure• Commercial Industrial Refurbishment• Safety as awarded by a Principal Contractor
02 9756 1477 www.AxisMetalRoofing.com.au
Specialising in the supply & installation of:• Colorbond Roofing & Wall Cladding• Insulated Roof & Wall Panelling• Specialised Metal Roofing &
Façade Cladding• Skylights & Ventilation Products • Roof Safety Systems• Acoustic & Thermal Insulations
Bega Valley Hospital
Lane Cove CouncilMarsden ParkYenorra Fire Station
WINNER
SPECIALIST WORKS PROJECT OVER $300,000 ROOF COSTRoofing and / or roof plumbing that does not form part of the above and is specialised in design and workmanship
IDEAL METAL ROOFINGPROJECT: SYDNEY BOATHOUSE – ROZELLESPONSOR: BRADFORD
FAÇADEA project that can demonstrate work undertaken is an outstanding installation
LANGTON ROOFING & CONSTRUCTIONSPROJECT: MACKAY BASE HOSPITALSPONSOR: FIELDERS
WINNER
02 9525 2066www.idealroofing.com.au
9 repairs 9 asbestos removal 9 new roofs 9 polycarbonate sheeting 9 re-roofing
9 flashing & fascias 9 skylights 9 guttering & downpipes 9 gutter cleaning 9 wall cladding
Services:
FREE QUOTES PROMPT SERVICE ALL WORK GUARANTEED
SHAPING AUSTRALIA
IN STEEL
BLUESCOPE PROUDLY SPONSORS THE METAL ROOFING AND CLADDING ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA.
WE SALUTE THE PROFESSIONALS WHOSE
COMMITMENT TO, AND VISION FOR STEEL, HELP BUILD OUR
COMMUNITIES AND ADD TO THE GREAT AUSTRALIAN
LANDSCAPE.
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COLORBOND®, BlueScope and the BlueScope brand mark are registered trade marks of BlueScope Steel Limited. © 2015 BlueScope Steel Limited ABN 16 000 011 058. All rights reserved. MRCI33147
FOR INFORMATION AND SUPPORT CALL
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SHAPING AUSTRALIA
IN STEEL
BLUESCOPE PROUDLY SPONSORS THE METAL ROOFING AND CLADDING ASSOCIATION OF AUSTRALIA.
WE SALUTE THE PROFESSIONALS WHOSE
COMMITMENT TO, AND VISION FOR STEEL, HELP BUILD OUR
COMMUNITIES AND ADD TO THE GREAT AUSTRALIAN
LANDSCAPE.
WINNER
WALL CLADDINGA wall cladding that is specialised in installation
ROOF TEK ROOFINGPROJECT: RFS NSW – MENAISPONSOR: ATF SERVICES
SAFETY AWARDAs nominated by the Principal / Client of the Contractor for a Project
AXIS METAL ROOFINGPROJECT: MUR – SME PROJECT – MOOREBANKSPONSOR: COATES HIRE
WINNER
WINNER
THE USE OF UNIQUE METAL IN THE INSTALLATION OF ROOFING AND CLADDING A project that utilises unique materials such as copper, zinc or metals other than galvanised steel, zincalume and colour coated steel
STERLAND ROOFINGPROJECT: 52 WOLSELEY ROAD – POINT PIPERSPONSOR: PRESTIGE ROOFING & CLADDING SUPPLIES
CURVED ROOF INSTALLATIONA unique roof design where the use of curved sheeting is utilised
RED 8 ROOFINGPROJECT: WESTFIELD CHATSWOODSPONSOR: BIRD PREVENTION SPECIALISTS
WINNER
K2 Solar Australia designs, builds and installs Commercial Solar Energy Systems for businesses throughout Australia. We can
provide both traditional crystalline silicon solar panels and the latest flexible thin film PV systems for almost any application.
K2 SOLAR PROVIDES THE FOLLOWING SERVICES FOR OUR CUSTOMERS:
Engineering and design of a solar PV system Turnkey installation of the solar system (and roofing if required)
System testing/start-up & customer training/educationWeather station and live online monitory systems
Telephone: 02 9525 2648Fax: 02 9531 2885Head Office:5 / 12 – 16 Mangrove LaneTaren Point NSW 2229
Postal Address:PO Box 2861Taren Point NSW 2229
Colorbond Metal RoofingKingspan Metecno & Ritek Insulated PanelsTPO and PVC Built Up & Panel SystemsAramax Roofing | Guttering | Down Pipes Flashings | SkylightsSpecialised Materials – Alloys, Zinc, Copper and Stainless SteelWall Cladding and Facades | Acoustic InsulationThermal Insulation | Turbo Roof Ventilators
www.red8roofing.com.au
Telephone: 1800 429 110Fax 02 9531 2885For tenders or quotes:estimator@red8roofing.com.auFor general enquiries:office@red8roofing.com.au
Head Office:5 / 12 – 16 Mangrove LaneTaren Point NSW 2229Postal Address:PO Box 2861, Taren Point NSW 2229
Multi-award winner of the Metal Roofing and Cladding Association of Australia’s “Excellence in
Roofing Awards Australia” for 9 years running
Commercial and Industrial METAL ROOFING and CLADDING
We supply and fit a wide range of metal roofing in the latest trends, styles and colours. Our services cover many applications including:
Red 8 Roofing
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K2 Solar Australia designs, builds and installs Commercial Solar Energy Systems for businesses throughout Australia. We can
provide both traditional crystalline silicon solar panels and the latest flexible thin film PV systems for almost any application.
K2 SOLAR PROVIDES THE FOLLOWING SERVICES FOR OUR CUSTOMERS:
Engineering and design of a solar PV system Turnkey installation of the solar system (and roofing if required)
System testing/start-up & customer training/educationWeather station and live online monitory systems
Telephone: 02 9525 2648Fax: 02 9531 2885Head Office:5 / 12 – 16 Mangrove LaneTaren Point NSW 2229
Postal Address:PO Box 2861Taren Point NSW 2229
Colorbond Metal RoofingKingspan Metecno & Ritek Insulated PanelsTPO and PVC Built Up & Panel SystemsAramax Roofing | Guttering | Down Pipes Flashings | SkylightsSpecialised Materials – Alloys, Zinc, Copper and Stainless SteelWall Cladding and Facades | Acoustic InsulationThermal Insulation | Turbo Roof Ventilators
www.red8roofing.com.au
Telephone: 1800 429 110Fax 02 9531 2885For tenders or quotes:estimator@red8roofing.com.auFor general enquiries:office@red8roofing.com.au
Head Office:5 / 12 – 16 Mangrove LaneTaren Point NSW 2229Postal Address:PO Box 2861, Taren Point NSW 2229
Multi-award winner of the Metal Roofing and Cladding Association of Australia’s “Excellence in
Roofing Awards Australia” for 9 years running
Commercial and Industrial METAL ROOFING and CLADDING
We supply and fit a wide range of metal roofing in the latest trends, styles and colours. Our services cover many applications including:
Red 8 Roofing is one of the largest and most highly regarded metal roofing companies in NSW servicing the Sydney Metropolitan area, Central West Region, Newcastle, Hunter, ACT and Queensland
APPRENTICE OF THE YEAR AWARDMost improved and excellence in quality of workmanship
CURTIS BEETHAM – GYMEA TAFESPONSOR: MASTER BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF NSW
WINNER
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EXCELLENCE IN BRICK AND BLOCK AWARDS 2015The Masonry Contractors’ Association of NSW & ACT conducted its Annual Awards for Brick and Blocklaying Excellence on Friday 6 November. The work of the 43 entries from both NSW and ACT were submitted over 6 categories.
The event was held at Doltone House, Jones Bay Wharf with over 280 members, sponsors and guests in attendance. The host for the evening was none other than comedian Marty Fields.
Apprentices honoured on the evening for their achievements were Adrian Dudas – Illawarra TAFE, Robert Lisboa – Miller TAFE, James Wilcock – Granville TAFE, Max Zaboyak – Newcastle TAFE, Arop Akok – Trade Staff Apprentice. Once again Sam Spong brought home another medal from the World Skills.
This year marked the occasion of 42 years service to the industry by Peter (Pietro) Favetti. Peter came out of retirement in 2013 to assist in the supervision of the Dr Chau Chak Wing Building at the UTS.
The judges remarked on the high standard of the work that was evident over the 43 entries.
The MCA would like to thank the ABBTF for Platinum Sponsorship as well as all the sponsors throughout the year and especially for the evening who, without their support the event would not be possible.
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5-star ANCAP safety rating on 4x4 D-MAX Crew Cab models built from November 2013 onwards, 4x2 D-MAX Crew Cab High Ride models built from November 2014 onwards and all MU-X models. *To be eligible to receive National Fleet Pricing Master Builders Association NSW (MBA NSW) members must hold a valid membership & provide a proof of membership at the time of purchase via a membership letter or membership card. Only at participating Isuzu UTE Dealers until 30/06/2016, unless extended, varied or while stocks last. ABN holders only. Excludes government, fleet, rental, non-profit and demonstrator vehicle buyers. Not available with any other offers. >The Capped Price Servicing Program applies to eligible Isuzu UTE vehicles with a warranty start date after 1 January 2015. The program covers the first 6 scheduled services in line with the scheduled service intervals. Program price subject to change. For full terms & conditions and current pricing go to isuzuute.com.au/service-plus. ^5 years or 130,000km whichever occurs first, for eligible customers; excludes accessories and trays.
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5-star ANCAP safety rating on 4x4 D-MAX Crew Cab models built from November 2013 onwards, 4x2 D-MAX Crew Cab High Ride models built from November 2014 onwards and all MU-X models. *To be eligible to receive National Fleet Pricing Master Builders Association NSW (MBA NSW) members must hold a valid membership & provide a proof of membership at the time of purchase via a membership letter or membership card. Only at participating Isuzu UTE Dealers until 30/06/2016, unless extended, varied or while stocks last. ABN holders only. Excludes government, fleet, rental, non-profit and demonstrator vehicle buyers. Not available with any other offers. >The Capped Price Servicing Program applies to eligible Isuzu UTE vehicles with a warranty start date after 1 January 2015. The program covers the first 6 scheduled services in line with the scheduled service intervals. Program price subject to change. For full terms & conditions and current pricing go to isuzuute.com.au/service-plus. ^5 years or 130,000km whichever occurs first, for eligible customers; excludes accessories and trays.
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OVERALL WINNER 2015
CATEGORY 3 – BRICK COMMERCIALDR CHAU CHAK WING – UTSCONTRACTOR: Peter Favetti & SonsBUILDER: Bovis Lend LeaseBRICK SUPPLIER: Austral Bricks
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MERIT WINNER
CATEGORY 3 – BRICK COMMERCIAL HORNSBY HOSPITALCONTRACTOR: Conrina ConstructionsBUILDER: Richard Crookes ConstructionsBRICK SUPPLIER: Austral Bricks
CATEGORY 2 – BRICKWORK MEDIUM DENSITYGEORGE & ALLEN APARTMENTSCONTRACTOR: DJD Brick & BlocklayingBUILDER: Built QldBRICK SUPPLIER: Austral Bricks
CATEGORY 1 – BRICKWORK SINGLE DWELLINGRESIDENCE HARRINGTON PARKCONTRACTOR: Brickmen ConstructionsBRICK SUPPLIER: Austral Bricks
CATEGORY 4 – BLOCKWORK – RESIDENTIALPOTTS POINT RESIDENCECONTRACTOR: Brickmen ConstructionsBUILDER: Richard Crookes ConstructionsBLOCK SUPPLIER: Austral Masonry
OVERALL MERIT AWARD WINNER
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CATEGORY 4 – BLOCKWORK – RESIDENTIALPALING COURTCONTRACTOR: J R BricklayingBUILDER: Grindley ConstructionsBLOCK SUPPLIER: Austral Masonry
CATEGORY 6 – ORNAMENTAL BRICKWORKOUR LADY OF THE SACRED HEART RANDWICKCONTRACTOR: Michael LaytonBUILDER: Morabito ConstructionsBRICK SUPPLIER: Austral Bricks
CATEGORY 5 – BLOCKWORK – COMMERCIALTHE MACQUARIE CENTRECONTRACTOR: Fugen Holdings (Australia)BUILDER: Scentre Design & ConstructionBLOCK SUPPLIER: Austral Masonry
WINNER
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THE WINNERS PRESENTING THEIR AWARDS
THE MRCAA NIGHT 2015
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LEG-UP TO EMPLOYMENT KIT FOR EMPLOYERSIn April 2014, the Master Builders Association
of New South Wales (Master Builders NSW)
and the NSW State Government signed an
Industry Based Agreement to work together to
create sustainable economic development and
employment opportunities for Aboriginal people
in the Building and Construction Industry.
One of the first actions was the
development of the “Leg-Up To Employment
Kit” targeted at the Aboriginal community.
The Kit will assist Aboriginal people who
want to work in construction by providing
information on national employment
standards, work conditions, work
experience and staying in employment.
Due to its success, Master Builders NSW
is pleased to announce the development of
the “Leg-Up To Employment Kit” targeted at
employers. The kit will assist employers who
are employing or intend to engage employees
from the Aboriginal community.
Ten factsheets have been developed that will
assist employers by providing information
on National Employment Standards,
managing performance, mentoring Aboriginal
apprentices and trainees and developing
good workplace policies.
Factsheets cover: -
1. Employer Checklist
2. What Employers Need To Know
3. Illegal Pay Deductions
4. Minimum Wages
5. Leave Entitlements
6. Payslips and Records
7. Managing Performance
8. Enterprise Agreements
9. Developing Good Workplace Policies
10. Mentoring Aboriginal Apprentices
and Trainees
The above factsheets are available as PDF fi les
for download http://www.mbansw.asn.au/
Services/Aboriginal-Participation/LEG-UP-
TO-EMPLOYMENT-KIT-FOR-EMPLOYERS/
These achievements are just the start of the
work under the Action Plan and represent
the commitment that the NSW State
Government, Master Builders NSW and the
Building and Construction Industry have
to supporting Aboriginal employment and
enterprise development.
Omesh Jethwani
Government Projects & Programs Manager
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OCHRE is the NSW Government’s plan for Aboriginal affairs. It stands for Opportunity, Choice, Healing, Responsibility, Empowerment and is symbolic of Aboriginal communities’ deep connection with Country.
OPPORTUNITY HUBS
The plan is a Government commitment to
developing a genuine partnership with Aboriginal
communities through a number of key initiatives
including Opportunity Hubs, Connected
Communities, Language and Culture Nests and
Local Decision Making models.
What Are Opportunity Hubs?
Opportunity Hubs aim to provide Aboriginal
young people with the confi dence and
knowledge to follow a supported pathway
between secondary school and further
education and/or employment, by:
• partnering schools with local employers
and training providers;
• coordinating local opportunities including
employment, mentoring, scholarships,
internships and volunteer work;
• matching local opportunities to Aboriginal
students’ career aspirations that lead to jobs;
• mentoring and supporting Aboriginal
students each step of the way;
• engaging Aboriginal students and their
families early on at school; and
• tracking Aboriginal students’ progress
including once they have transitioned
to employment.
Why Opportunity Hubs?
Opportunity Hubs respond to feedback from
Aboriginal communities emphasising the need
for supported pathways to assist Aboriginal
young people in the transition from school into
tertiary education, training and/or employment.
Community Consultation
As part of the Ministerial Taskforce on
Aboriginal Affairs consultations, the
Opportunity Hub concept was specifi cally
tested. The consultations found that:
• There was strong support for the Hub
among survey respondents and in the
community forums.
• Employment, including where possible
sustainable jobs within local communities,
was seen by Aboriginal people as
fundamental to overcoming chronic
disadvantage and improving the lives of young
people. Survey participants strongly believed
that getting Aboriginal people into jobs was
the best way for them to take control of the
futures and being employed increased young
Aboriginal people’s wellbeing.
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• It was repeatedly identifi ed by forum
participants that the Hub should be
integrated into other programs and aim to
build Aboriginal students cultural pride and
self-respect.
• Of the survey participants close to 97 per
cent (96.9%) supported the Hub initiative
– 79.7 per cent thought that the Hub was
a really good idea and a further 17.2 per
cent thought it was worth a go.
Elements seen as essential for the development
of Hubs were:
• Flexibility and designed in partnership with
the local Aboriginal community;
• Operated and implemented as much as
possible by the local Aboriginal community;
• Continued and sustained government
funding;
• Involvement of local employers;
• Respect and understanding of Aboriginal
young people;
• The role of the family and need to
overcome issues at home; and
• Mentoring, including encouraging and
paying successful Aboriginal people in
local communities.
Criteria for the establishment of Hubs
As part of the Hub consultations the
following criteria for the identifi cation of
locations was developed:
• strong Aboriginal leadership;
• signifi cant or growing proportion of
Aboriginal students in school populations;
• real and sustainable employment opportunities;
• real opportunities for NGO and business
sector buy-in;
• available career champions and mentors; and
• VET or tertiary education providers.
A number of regions were measured against
this criteria and it was recommended that Hubs
in the Upper Hunter, Campbelltown, Dubbo
and Tamworth would have a good chance of
success as trial sites because of their local
employment prospects, the strength of local
Aboriginal community engagement, signifi cant
populations of young Aboriginal people and
schooling and tertiary education options.
Community members that participated in
consultations in all four locations welcomed the
implementation of the Hubs.
How are Opportunity Hubs different to
existing services?
Opportunity Hubs are networks which will
facilitate local management strategies to
develop personalised transition planning from
school into tertiary education, training and/
or employment for Aboriginal young people
through the use of existing services.
What is the role of the Service Provider?
The coordination of services for each Opportunity
Hub will be contracted to a non-government
organisation with strong links to Aboriginal
community organisations, local businesses, regional
industries and services for young people at-risk.
The organisation or service provider will be
responsible for coordinating and brokering
support for Aboriginal young people from the
community, business and other programs
operating in the service area and as required
delivering services directly to students.
The Service Provider will be responsible for:
• building career aspirations and strengthening
understandings of career pathways for
Aboriginal students in Years 5 to 8;
• working with schools to deliver
personalised career and transition planning
for Aboriginal students in Years 9 to 12;
• engaging the local Aboriginal community
and parents in support of the work of
Opportunity Hub;
• linking key local education and training
providers and youth services into the Hub
and coordinating student pathways in
accord with their career plans;
• engaging local employers and industry to
work with the Hub to assist the delivery
of industry grounded career advice, work
experience and employment opportunities;
• delivering personalised support services for
students at serious risk of disengagement
from education and training; and
• arranging wrap-around support from relevant
agencies and the community as required
The Opportunity Hub factsheet is available
as PDF fi le for download
http://www.aboriginalaffairs.nsw.gov.au/
opportunity-hubs/
Reproduced with the permission of Aboriginal
Affairs NSW.
Resources and Contacts:Upper Hunter Opportunity Hub
Aboriginal Employment Service
Leanne Ellis, T: 0417 037 481
leanne.ellis@aes.org.au
Dubbo Opportunity Hub
TAFE Western Institute, Dubbo College
Jamie Sampson, T: (02) 6883 3699
jamie.sampson@tafensw.edu.au
Tamworth Opportunity Hub
Tamworth Local Aboriginal Land Council
Fiona Snape, T: (02) 6766 9028
fi ona@tamworthlalc.com.au
Campbelltown Opportunity Hub
MTC Australia
Martin Keil, T: 1300 232 663 or 0425 301 437;
mkeil@mtcaustralia.com.au
Aboriginal Communities please contact:
Aboriginal Affairs
Lou Anne Lind, T: (02) 9219 0740,
Lou-Anne.Lind@aboriginalaffairs.nsw.gov.au
Schools please contact:
Public Schools NSW
Sharon Ford, T: (02) 9266 8916
sharon.ford@det.nsw.edu.au
Catholic Education Commission NSW
Gerard Delany, T: (02) 9287 1549
gerard.delany@cecnsw.catholic.edu.au
Association of Independent Schools NSW
Veronica Niessen, T: (02) 9299 2845
vniessen@aisnsw.edu.au
Tertiary Education Providers please contact:
Offi ce of Education State Training Services
David Michaels, T: (02) 9244 5010
david.michaels@det.nsw.edu.au
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Our Illawarra Group
MASTER BUILDERS PRE APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM – A SUCCESS STORYThe Master Builders Pre Apprenticeship Program is growing in momentum and industry support, and the participants are loving it!
As I’m writing this, we have nearly sixty young
participants across three classes working and
learning how to be the best 1st year carpentry
apprentices in the industry.
We have two classes running in Sydney
and one in the Illawarra area. Check out
our Facebook page for regular updates
and photos – Facebook / Master Builders
Apprenticeship Services.
Master Builders took on the challenging task
of having three classes running at once due to
the enormous amount of interest in this course
by young people and their parents alike. The
groundswell of interest began when the news
started to travel through our school contacts
and Members that Master Builders were
running a Pre Apprenticeship Program unlike
any other program out there.
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The Sydney Group working hard.
Why is this program so different?
We are taking a different approach – teach the
young person to be an apprentice, not just
how to swing a hammer!
What this means is that we teach them how to
handle themselves during their apprenticeship
through training in manual handling, confl ict
resolution, fi rst aid, working safely at heights,
communication and money management.
The participants hear from industry leaders
and local builders to understand their journey
from apprentice to chippy and beyond – one
of these builders explains that ‘labouring’ is
part of the building process, if you don’t want
to dig trenches, haul timber and clean up the
site, perhaps the building industry isn’t really
for you.
The participants do get to swing hammers as
well – they are measuring and cutting timber
within the fi rst week, building and standing
wall frames, making outdoor furniture and
sawhorses, and hanging doors throughout the
fi ve week intensive program.
It’s important to know that not every applicant
gets a position in this course. You have
to apply and be selected. This is because
we want to take into the course only those
applicants who want to be part of this industry.
Master Builders aren’t looking to put ‘bums
on seats’ with this course, we want keen and
eager young men and women who truly believe
the trade of carpentry is their calling.
Not everyone who starts the course will fi nish
the course either. We have had some of our
participants decide that although they thought
this was their dream job, now that they have
seen and heard what is really involved, they
want to do something different.
We see this as a success! For every young person
that makes this decision, there is time and money
not wasted on starting their apprenticeship only to
drop out not too long into it.
On a couple of occasions, we have had to ask
a participant to leave. This is not done lightly
but it is done for the right reasons. A person
who is disruptive, rude, unsafe or just doesn’t
want to be part of this course will be asked
not to return to class. This is for the benefi t of
everyone involved, including them.
WANT TO BE INVOLVED?
There’s a few ways MBA Members can get
involved in this program:
1. Come along and share your story – In
the “My Career So Far” section, we want
builders, project managers, Construction
Managers, Foreman, Supervisors and
Chippies to come along and talk about
their career. How and why you became
an apprentice, what it was like, how much
you got paid, and how you got to where
you are now
2. Open your Job Site – let us bring our Pre
Apprentices onto your site, at a pre-
arranged time and day, to see what a ‘real
job site’ looks like, explain the project and
talk about the build
3. Take on a 1st Year Apprentice – Through
Master Builders Apprenticeship Services,
you can take on one of these young
apprentices. We have a reduced hourly
rate for the fi rst 2 weeks, and you get
to come along, have lunch and speed
interview a number of apprentices and
select the one you want
If any of the above sound like something
you’d be interested in doing, give us a call
to discuss it on 02 8586 3533
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In December last year, the NSW Government
released a discussion paper on Home Warranty
Insurance. The discussion paper seeks industry
input on how a future model could work. Following
is a briefing note Master Builders put together
to provoke thoughts from the building industry.
The feedback will be used to help provide an
appropriate response to the Government.
What is home warranty insurance?
Warranty premiums are paid in one installment
at commencement of cover. In insurance lingo
this is called “long tail” insurance. In NSW a
home warranty insurance policy has a six year
life for one premium payment and claims can
take several months or even years after the
expiry of the policy before they are reported.
In the majority of cases the cost of the insurance
is passed onto the consumer through the
preliminary costs in a builder’s contract.
The triggers for a home warranty policy in NSW
include the death of the builder, the builder
disappearing or being insolvent. Since 19 May
2009, a fourth trigger was added where the
builder’s license is suspended for failure to
comply with an order of a Court or the NSW
Civil and Administrative Tribunal.
In NSW a feature of the policy is non-structural
defects carrying a two year reporting period. Also,
in NSW the maximum sum insured is $340,000.
See Appendix 1 for a brief history of Home
Warranty Insurance in NSW. See Appendix 2 for
a comparison table of home warranty policies
that apply in respective Australian states.
Inequalities of the current system
In NSW the three principal stakeholders have
valid concerns related to the cost of the
product, the ease of access to the product and
the cover provided by the product.
The principal stakeholders include;
• Government as the Underwriter
• Builder and Contractors
• Consumers
Government/Underwriters Issues
1. Financial and the long tail liability
In general terms, the greatest claims risk in
the first two years of a policy is project non-
completion. After year three of the policy,
life defects claims start to appear. The more
complex and costly structural defects take at
least six years before there is a claim.
As stated previously, one premium instalment
is paid at the start of the policy and this must
compensate for claims over at least six years.
In the 2013 / 2014 financial year, the NSW
home warranty scheme collected $54.3 million
in premium (excluding charges) for projects
commenced in that year. A conservative
estimate of the cost of claims paid for the
same projects in 2013 / 2014 is $12.25 million.
The claims experience of the NSW home
warranty system is the first year’s claims
expense is typical of the six years of the
insurance tail. Therefore, at the end of six years
(years 2020 / 2021) the payout on policies
written in 2013 / 2014 would be in excess of
$73.5 million against total premiums collected
of $54.36 million.
An additional factor that compounds the
adverse financial outcomes is the reporting
period allowed under the scheme may extend
the tail to around eight years and the extended
period has been supported by court decisions.
2. Risk management for home warranty.
Management of risk is part of an underwriter’s
toolkit for managing the performance of a product.
Home warranty risk management comes in
several forms traditionally in NSW most of
which are outside a general insurer’s control
or influence as they sit within the State
Governments building regulatory framework.
Risk management tools include:
• standardised documentation (such as
contracts and specification documents)
• financial requirements for building licensees
• penalties for non-compliance with
official directions
• education for building licensees in
both technical skills and business
management skills
• education for consumers entering the
building process,
• the building certification process
• regulated premium charges and policy terms
• ability to improve building standards to
reduce recurring defects.
All of these issues have a direct impact on
the ability for a home warranty product to
perform well.
The HBCF is concerned about a correlation
between protracted job time and insolvency
and recently introduce ‘open job’ and ‘job
duration’ procedures that reward builders
completing jobs expeditiously.
3. Cost to administer
In NSW the warranty underwriter i.e. the
Government has had to develop and maintain
a complex pre-qualification system to ascertain
the financial capacity and therefore, the risk of
each builder.
HOME WARRANTY INSURANCE
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The cost to administer the Queensland
warranty scheme is approximately 22% of
premium income (as per their 2013 / 2014
annual report data).
The NSW scheme is underwritten by the
H.B.C.F. but administered by two licensed
agents. Builders gain access to the fund via a
network of brokers. We understand the cost to
administer this scheme is approximately 55%
of premium income.
4. Recovery of claims expenditure
In the unwelcome event that a builder fails to
complete a contract or there is defective work,
assuming the policy triggers are activated, an
underwriter will pay a claim. If a contractor’s
liability policy exists, the underwriter may seek
to access this as a cost recovery vehicle.
Given one of the main triggers for a home
warranty policy is often insolvency, the
underwriter’s cost recovery experience is
normally poor.
Builder Issues
1. Access
Builders generally enter the industry to build.
Increased administration for the builder either
decreases profits and/or leisure time.
The financial requirement on builders to
increase capital in their business in order
to increase work originated from insurance
criteria. In certain contexts, this financial
burden seems oppressive after a builder has
successfully negotiated all the hurdles to
achieve a Builder’s license. The oppressive
nature of the insurance criteria is compounded
when the policy exposure tail may extend for
many years.
Builders and contractors seek a value for money
product with minimum administration, ease
of access for new starters and simpler less
burdensome mechanisms that support business
growth (more on this in the next section).
2. Restraining Growth
Builders must grow the capital in their business
in order to increase their eligibility for greater
turnover under the scheme.
Once assessed, the builder is issued with an
eligibility certificate which is a pre-qualification
for home warranty. Eligibility can be suspended
or cancelled by an insurance agent at any time.
In addition to the eligibility assessment a
builder must then have a project specific
certificate issued. Limitations attached to a
certificate that may be placed on the builder
include a limit on the type of construction
permitted, restrictions on con-current projects
and / or an impost of additional capital or
security requirements (usually by means of a
deed of indemnity).
Builders wishing to change the type of
construction they undertake, say from single
detached dwellings to three storey walk-ups,
must be subject to an eligibility profile change
which, again carries financial implications as it
will usually require changes to working capital.
The conditions imposed on builders as a result
of these assessments can and do restrict a
builder’s ability to grow and / or diversify their
business. In this area, the home warranty
underwriter becomes a pseudo building
regulator and while this may be of benefit to
the insurer in potentially managing their risk,
for many building businesses it has been
detrimental to growth and development.
Consumer issues
Consumer demands are fairly simple, they want
someone to take their problem away and fix it.
The initial challenge is actually having an event
which triggers access to the product. In NSW
this can involve a significant amount of time
and expense for a consumer often including
protracted and expensive legal action. It is not
just a simple matter of submitting a claim.
Other challenges include a lack of appropriate
paperwork to establish just what specification is
to be constructed, the technical issue of whether
the problem is in fact a defect or how to fix a
defect without demolishing half the house.
Consumers constantly complain home
warranty lacks transparency, has insufficient
and complex triggers to access cover and has
a long drawn out claims process.
Framework for Change
In summary, the stakeholder’s issues are
relatively simple. Underwriters need to
control their risk to minimize their financial
and reputation loss. Builders want a simple,
consistent system which does not restrict their
business growth and consumers want a simple,
transparent and easy to access product.
The HBCF states it is losing a vast amount of
money, is carrying too much risk and is looking
to change the framework again.
MBA understands the issues are not simple to
resolve. We believe it is time to look at the system
from a holistic perspective and develop a new
framework with input from all stakeholders that
will address their respective issues.
In developing a framework on a “green field”
approach MBA believes we need to get back
to basics. Initially three simple questions need
to be considered by all stakeholders;
1. Who are we insuring?
Is the product intended to insure the builder or
the consumer?
The consumers need for a speedy seamless
resolution to their issues must be balanced
against the builder’s need for freedom to grow
their business and receive a fair hearing if there
are building issues; consumer and builder needs
must be balanced against the underwriters
need to manage risk and operate the scheme in
a financially sustainable framework.
We may also ask for whom should a home
warranty scheme provide a safety net? Is it the
average consumer building their own home
using a licensed builder or an owner builder?
Is it the investor building their sole investment
property or the investor who builds on a more
commercial basis?
2. How are we insuring?
The initial question here is what vehicle we use
to deliver the product.
There are several options for consideration such
as using a private sector insurer like Vero or QBE,
a fidelity fund such as the schemes operated by
the MBA in the N.T and A.C.T, a Government
body such as the H.B.C.F, or a profit distributing
entity like the vehicle used in the United Kingdom
and the Q.B.C.C in Queensland
In essence we are talking about whether the
product is run as a profit generating product,
a not-for-profit product or a profit distributing
product where any profit generated is put back
into the building community.
We must decide what type of cover we
provide. Do consumers need a first resort
cover or a last resort cover? For ease
consumers will always want first resort but in
theory - if the State Building Regulations and
dispute resolution mechanisms are working
efficiently - they will be improving standards
and the safety net need only be last resort.
3. What are we insuring?
Home warranty currently covers non-
completion and rectification of defective work if
one of the triggers are activated.
Consideration must be given to varying the policy
cover in relation to items covered as well as the
length of the coverage tail; this will fundamentally
change the risk applicable under the scheme.
MBA is preparing a response to the NSW
Government’s discussion paper and will
circulate to members.
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Appendix 1- History of Home Warranty in NSW
State Underwriter 1st or last resort
Multiple Dwellings
Building Threshold
Maximum term
Aggregate Maximum
Policy Limit
*Tasmania Not mandatory N/A Yes to 3 stories $12,000 6 yrs N/A
A.C.T. MBA Fidelity Fund Last Yes to 3
stories $20,0006 yrs
$85,000
N.T. MBA Fidelity Fund Last
Yes to 3 stories $12,000
6 yrs$200,000
South Australia Government Last Yes to 3
stories$12,000 5 yrs $80,000
Western Australia
Private - QBE & Calliden Last No $20,000 6 yrs $100,000
Excess $500
QldQ.B.C.C.
Government Body
First Yes to 3 stories $3,300
6.5 yrs$200,000
VictoriaV.M.I.A.
Government Body
Last Yes to 3 stories $16,000 6 yrs $300,000
N.S.W.H.B.C.F.
Government Body
Last Yes to 3 stories $20,000 6 yrs $340,000
Excess $250
Appendix 2 - Home Warranty Insurance in Australia TodayHome Warranty in Australia
The following table depicts the current situation of Home Warranty Insurance throughout Australia.
The information in this table is general information intended for quick reference and therefore does not contain details such as individual policy limits or sub-
limits, definitions of what constitutes a three story building, or how the maximum term is calculated. These are individual to each States policy wording.
*Tasmania does not mandate Home Warranty Insurance. Warranty is implied only for 6 years and is valid on building contracts exceeding $12,000 in value. It has been
included in this table for the sake of completeness only.
History of Home Warranty Insurance in NSW
Home Warranty Insurance was introduced
in NSW back in 1972. It was a Government
backed first-resort scheme.
1987 saw the establishment of the Building
Services Corporation (BSC) to run the scheme.
The consumer cover was for seven years from
commencement of the building project for
major structural defects and three years for
general defects.
In 1995, the Department of Fair Trading
integrated the BSC into its portfolio and in
May 1997 private sector insurers commenced
providing Home Owners Warranty Insurance.
The cover remained first resort cover.
In 2001, after the collapse of HIH Insurance
(a major provider of Home Warranty
Insurance), the privately provided Home
Owners Warranty scheme was altered to
a last resort scheme with overall cover
reduction to ensure continued participation
by private sector insurers.
On 1 July 2010 home warranty returned to
Department of Fair Trading umbrella, and the
NSW Self Insurance Corporation, following
private insurer’s withdrawal from the market.
The cover remained last resort but with the
additional trigger of a builder failing to comply
with a court order.
In January 2015 the product was rebadged
The Home Building Compensation Fund
(H.B.C.F.) following a raft of changes to home
building laws.
In August 2015 further amendments to
the scheme were introduced that included
changes to annual eligibility limits, shifting open
job limits and an open job values.
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HIGH COURT RULES INDEPENDENT CONTRACTING ARRANGEMENT A SHAMMembers are advised that in a recent decision
the High Court of Australia unanimously found
that an employer breached the Fair Work Act
anti-sham contracting provisions when it
misrepresented an employment relationship as
one of independent contracting. In deciding
the case, the High Court determined that an
employer cannot avoid the sham contracting
provisions of the Fair Work Act simply by
introducing a third-party (such as a labour hire
company) into its contractual arrangements
with its workers.
The High Court decision overturned a full
Federal Court ruling earlier in the year that
if an employer imposed another person (or
entity) between it and the employee, such
that the employee was providing work as
an independent contractor under a contract
for services made this other person (or
entity) subject to an action under the sham
contracting provisions of the Fair Work Act.
Background
Quest South Perth Holdings Pty Ltd (QSP)
engaged Contracting Solutions Pty Ltd to
convert its housekeeping staff and its receptionist
from employees to independent contractors.
Contracting Solutions operates the Odco system,
under which workers enter into an independent
contractor relationship with it, and are then
on-hired to clients, in this case QSP. At the time,
the employees made a conscious decision to
convert to independent contractors even though
they were effectively being rehired to perform
their same work for QSP.
The High Court’s Consideration
The High Court in its terse seven-page decision
said QSP’s misrepresentation fell “squarely
within the scope of the mischief to which the
prohibition in s357(1) of the Fair Work Act was
directed and is caught by its terms”.
The High Court went on to say that QSP and
Contracting Solutions “purported” to enter into
a “triangular contracting” arrangement under
which the labour hire business sought to:
1. Engage housekeepers under contracts for
services; and
2. Provide the housekeepers’ services to
QSP under a labour hire agreement.
QSP then “represented” through its conduct,
that the housekeepers performed work for it
as independent contractors of the labour hire
company, the High Court said.
“In fact, the housekeepers continued to perform
precisely the same work for QSP in precisely the
same manner as they had always done.”
“In law, they never became independent
contractors. At the time QSP represented
that they were performing work for QSP
as independent contractors of Contracting
Solutions, they remained employees of QSP
under implied contracts of employment.”
The High Court also said that it disagreed with
the Full Court of the Federal Court’s interpretation
of s357(1) of the Fair Work Act, in which it
found that to break the law, an employer had to
mischaracterise the employment contract “as a
contract of services made between the employee
and the employer”.
It said that “nothing in the language of s357(1) of
the Fair Work Act warrants the construction that
the representation prohibited by the provision
is confi ned to representation that the contract
under which the employee performs or would
perform work as an independent contractor is a
contract for services with the employer”.
The bench said that confi rming the prohibition
to representation that the purported
independent contract is a contract for services
with the employer “would result in s357(1) of
the Fair Work Act doing little to achieve its
evident purpose within the scheme of Pt-3-1.
“That purpose is to protect an individual who is in
truth an employee from being misled by his or her
employer about his or her employment status.”
“It is the status of an employee which attracts
the existence of workplace rights”, the High
Court said.
The High Court bench also pointed out
that confi ning the prohibition in the manner
suggested by the full court would mean it
could operate capriciously.
“An employer would be liable to pecuniary
penalty if the employer said to an employee
‘you are employed by me as an independent
contractor’. The same employer would act
with impunity if the employer said to the same
employee ‘you are employed by X as an
independent contractor’.
“That would be so even if X were entirely
fi ctitious. Either way, the employee would
be misled by the employer to think that the
employee was an independent contractor, and
the extent of the practical denial of workplace
rights would be the same”, the High Court
bench said.
The case, brought by the Fair Work
Ombudsman, will now go back to a single
Federal Court judge to decide on any penalties
against QSP.
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TRADE UNION ROYAL COMMISSION FINAL REPORT RELEASEDMaster Builders Director Construction – Peter Glover reports on the outcomes arising from the Trade Union Royal Commission (TURC) Final Report.
As members would have no doubt heard
through various media reports, the Final
Report of the Trade Union Royal Commission
(TURC) into Union Governance and Corruption
conducted by former High Court of Australia
Judge Dyson Heydon was made public by the
Federal Government on 30 December 2015.
Whilst the Final Report is very extensive
containing six volumes in all, however, only five
volumes have been made public with the sixth
volume remaining confidential. The report also
contains a total of 79 recommendations.
Royal Commissioner Dyson Heydon says in the
Report’s introduction that the two year $46million
inquiry found “widespread misconduct” in a wide
variety of unions and industries.
Those responsible have ranged in seniority
from the most junior levels to the most senior,
Commissioner Heydon wrote. Many union
State Secretaries have been involved.
“These aberrations cannot be regarded
as isolated. They are not the work of a
few rogue unions, or a few rogue officials.
The misconduct exhibits great variety. It is
widespread. It is deep-seated.”
“Nor can the list be regarded as complete. It
would be utterly naïve to think that what has
been uncovered is anything other than the
small tip of an enormous iceberg.”
“But it is clear that in many parts of the world
constituted by Australian trade union officials,
there is room for louts, thugs, bullies, thieves,
perjurers, those who threaten violence, errant
fiduciaries and organisers of boycotts.”
In an endeavour to assist members, Master
Builders have identified the following salient
points arising from the TURC Final Report.
Persons Recommended for Prosecution
or Investigation
The TURC’s ‘hit list’ of people it has referred for
prosecution or investigation include:
• David Aitken – CEO of Cbus to be
investigated by ASIC over alleged
breaches of his duties under the
Corporations Act.
• Brian Parker – State Secretary of the NSW
Branch of the CFMEU has been referred to
the Commonwealth DPP for allegedly giving
false and misleading evidence to the TURC.
• David Hanna – former President of the
CFMEU in Queensland has been referred
to the Police over kickbacks for the
construction of his house.
• George Alex referred to the NSW Police
and the NSW DPP to investigate whether
he has committed corrupt offences under
the Crimes Act.
• Lisa Zanatta and Maria Butera formerly of
CBus referred to ASIC for breaches of the
Corporations Act.
• Darren Greenfield – Organiser for the NSW
Branch of the CFMEU has been referred
to the NSW Police and the NSW DPP for
prosecution under the NSW Crimes Act in
relation to corrupt commission offences.
• Steve Dixon – former NSW Branch CFMEU
Official referred to the NSW Police and
NSW DPP for prosecution under the
NSW Crimes Act in relation to a corrupt
commission offence.
• Andrew Ferguson – former NSW CFMEU
Branch Secretary referred to the NSW
Police and NSW DPP for prosecution for
aiding, abetting, counselling or procuring
Steve Dixon’s possible offence of the NSW
Crimes Act. Mr Ferguson has also been
referred to the General Manager of the Fair
Work Commission to institute proceedings
against him in relation to breaching his
duties as an officer under the Workplace
Relations Act 1996 (Cth).
• Tony Pappa – former Organiser NSW
Branch CFMEU referred to the NSW Police
and NSW DPP for prosecution under
the NSW Crimes Act for aiding, abetting,
counselling or procuring Steve Dixon’s
possible offence of the NSW Crimes Act.
• Trevor Sharp referred to the NSW Police and
NSW DPP for prosecution under the NSW
Crimes Act for aiding, abetting, counselling
or procuring Steve Dixon’s possible offence
under the NSW Crimes Act.
• Peter McClelland – former President of
the NSW Branch of the CFMEU referred
to the General Manager of the Fair Work
Commission to institute proceedings in
relation to breaching his duties as an
officer under the Workplace Relations Act
1996 (Cth).
• The NSW Branch of the CFMEU has been
referred to ASIC for prosecution under the
Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) for carrying
on a financial services business without
a licence, and the NSW Government to
commence an inquiry under the Charitable
Fundraising Act 1991 (NSW) into all of
the NSW Branch’s practices concerning
charitable fundraising.
Members are also advised that a number of
other State / Territory Union Officials, past and
present, have been referred for prosecution
under a variety of different legislative regimes
including ACT Branch CFMEU Officials, Dean
Hall, John Lomax and Jason O’Mara.
The current Federal Police Task Force has
been extended until the end of September
2016 to continue its investigations of CFMEU
related activity.
Members would also be aware that blackmail
charges have been laid against Victorian
Branch CFMEU Officials John Setka and
Shaun Reardan arising from the Union’s
dispute with Boral in that State.
Key Law Reform Recommendations
The TURC Final Report contains a number
of recommendations where the law needs
reforming in regard to the operation and
accountability of trade unions. Whilst the
Report stopped short of recommending the
CFMEU be deregistered, it does recommend
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special legislation be introduced to disqualify
officers of the CFMEU who are deemed by
Parliament to be ‘not a fit and proper person’.
In summary, the key recommendations are
as follows:
• The restoration of the powers of the ABCC.
• A new regulator for industrial organistions
with stronger powers including the same
investigative powers as the Australian
Securities and Investments Commission
(ASIC) and particular powers to inspect
the books of all registered organisations
to ensure their compliance with the
Registered Organisations Act.
• Much greater disclosure of benefits accrued
from ‘related entities’ that flow to registered
organisations and greater scrutiny of those
benefits including around taxation.
• The registered organisation regulator
would have the power to investigate
breaches by individuals of rules and laws
around such organisations and ban people
from (paid staff and volunteers) acting as
officers of registered organisations.
• A new civil penalty requiring registered
organisations to adopt policies around
financial management.
• Increasing penalties for directors of
registered organisations to bring them into
line with those of company directors.
• Making it a criminal offence where
directors of registered organisations
behave dishonestly or recklessly in breach
of their statutory duties.
• Organisations negotiating EBAs be
required to disclose all financial benefits,
direct or indirect that can be derived by
those organisations or a related entity from
the terms of the Enterprise Agreement. It is
likely that this recommendation is directly
related to the relationship between the
NSW Branch of the CFMEU and Uplus)
• Increased penalties for unions who
breach competition laws such as
secondary boycotts.
• The ABCC to have concurrent power with
the ACCC to enforce competition laws
around secondary boycotts.
• The ACCC to name and shame
participants in cartel conduct and
secondary boycotts each year.
• A stronger fit and proper person test for
CFMEU officials and the ability for the
Parliament to have the power to disqualify
CFMEU officials from being union officials.
• Increased penalties for breaches of right of
entry rules.
Federal Government Response
Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull conducted a
media conference on the same day that the
TURC Report was made public along with
Federal Attorney-General George Brandis and
Federal Minister for Employment Michaelia
Cash, to discuss the Government’s response
to the TURC’s Final Report.
The key points arising from this media
conference included:
• The Government strongly backs the Royal
Commission’s recommendation to restore
the powers of the Australian Building and
Construction Commission (ABCC).
• The Government will re-introduce the
ABCC (Construction Industry Improving
Productivity Bills) to the Parliament’s first
sitting in February with the declared aim of
having it passed by the Senate by the end
of March 2016. (Note: the Bill has been
passed by the House of Representatives
and is back in the Senate).
• The Government is unafraid to take the
ABCC and other key reforms to the next
Federal Election in 2016 should they be
unsuccessful in having them passed by the
Parliament early in 2016.
• The Government, through Employment
Minister Michaelia Cash, will draft a new
and stronger Registered Organisations Bill
to introduce a new regulatory agency to
improve governance of registered industrial
organisations in Australia.
Master Builders anticipates that this legislative
response by the Government will include
another attempt to have the Senate cross-
benchers support the passing of the Building
Code 2014.
Master Builders Response
Master Builders Australia CEO Wilhelm
Harnisch has issued a media release in
response to the release of the TURC Final
Report. It contains the following:
“The Royal Commission Report is a damning
indictment of the unlawful behaviours of the
building unions and in particular the CFMEU,”
Wilhelm Harnisch said.
“The findings of the Report are based on
evidence given under oath and cannot be
dismissed,” he said.
“It confirms the existence of an ingrained
institutionalised culture of unlawfulness that
fosters an environment where criminality and
corruption can flourish,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.
“The extraordinary findings of the Heydon
Royal Commission conclusively show that the
behaviours of the CFMEU are far removed from
community standards and shines a light on
the union’s ingrained culture of calculated and
reckless disregard for the rule of law,” he said.
“Union claims that the Commission was a
conspiracy or a witch-hunt are tainted and
hollow. It is a cowardly claim. It is a feeble
attempt to hide behind the industrial veil in
order to justify grossly unlawful, corrupt and
immoral behaviour that should never be
defended,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.
“The Royal Commission Report provides
evidence of institutionalised and gross
unacceptable behaviours that can only be
countered by an equally strong legislative and
institutional response that is recommended by
the Commission’s Final Report,” he said.
“The challenge is now for the Parliament to
stand up for the community and pass laws
that can stamp out such behaviours. Master
Builders Australia calls on the Parliament to
take action – failure to do so will condemn the
Australian community to be forever hostage to
a group of thugs who have no regard for the
law and a group of thugs who think they are
above the law,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.
“What is most urgently required are the powers
which the Government proposes be exercised
by the Australian Building and Construction
Commission (ABCC). They should be
supplemented by stronger accountability
and powers proposed under the Registered
Organisations Bill,” he said.
“The ACCC should be given unambiguous
powers to prosecute secondary boycotts
along with increased resources. Greater fines
also need to be imposed to act as a further
disincentive. These measures are necessary to
counter an ingrained and institutionalised culture
of industrial anarchy,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.
“The parliament cannot ignore the compelling
evidence contained in Commissioner Heydon’s
report,” he said.
Master Builders calls for a mature approach
to putting in place the necessary legislative
response and to do so urgently. It is a cancer
that the community needs to rid itself of and
must be stopped,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.
Peter Glover
Master Builders Director Construction
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MAKING THE MOST OF YOUR MASTER BUILDERS MEMBERSHIPConsumers are being educated regularly
through Government advertising campaigns,
current affairs programs and talkback radio
to ensure they are dealing with a reputable
tradesman. They also use Google to assist in
making the decision of who to use.
So what steps are you taking to improve
your chances of winning that next job?
With the building industry currently at peak
levels and providing plenty of work for all
sectors, you may ask yourself “why invest my
time in reviewing how I run my business now?”
Well now is the perfect time to take a closer
look at how you run your business as you are
not chasing work and potentially reducing your
margins just to keep your business ticking over.
7 things that you should consider if you work in
the residential sector.
• Display your contractor license number
and your ABN (Australian Business
Number) on all your quotations, business
cards and other documents that you
supply your clients
• Advertise that you are a member of the
Master Builders Association and use the
“member logo” on all your business stationery
• List your business on the “Find a Master
Builder” website, this is a free service for
members only
• Consider advertising your business in
a local newspaper or create your own
website, this can be a good investment if
done properly
• Ask your clients for references or seek their
approval for you to use photographs of the
completed works to showcase your work
to future clients
• Leave your last client with something
that thanks them for selecting you to do
their project. This is a very effective way
of getting them to spread good “word of
mouth” advertising to future clients
• Enter the MBA Excellence awards
If you require any assistance with getting
started or connecting to our services, feel free
to contact me personally to discuss further.
Graham McGuiggan
Manager Member Services
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The Home Building Compensation Fund (or the Home Warranty Insurance Scheme) is an evolving consumer protection framework in NSW. MBA Insurance Services (MBAIS) outlines some recent updates potentially impacting residential builders.
The Federal Government recently provided
draft legislation for small business’ to change
their legal structure with no tax consequences,
if they met certain criteria. You may be in the
process of discussing this legislation with your
accountant or tax professional.
Any change in structure could affect your
current eligibility under the HBCF, so you need
to be aware of the consequences from any
change. We suggest that you speak to one of
MBAIS’s specialist warranty brokers, to ensure
that you receive the appropriate guidance and
understanding of how any restructure will affect
your eligibility.
Periodic Eligibility Reviews (PER’s)
Following an amnesty on builder fi nancial
reviews post the 4 August introduction of the
open job limits, SiCorp are set to recommence
the annual programmed review process from
March 7th 2016.
For those builders who have an early review
date, you should be receiving your review
information shortly from your warranty provider.
If you have been reviewed recently using your
fi nalised 2015 fi nancials, it is unlikely you will
receive a review request.
There have been a number of changes in the
‘non-review’ category, with the only builders
being asked to undergo a review this fi nancial
period being the following;
• Builders with approved open job value >=
$3M and open job number > 4
• Builders with approved open job value
between $600K and $3M and an open job
number of > 10
• Pool Builders with open job numbers >= 30
Please note though, HBCF does reserve the right
to change builder review criteria at any time.
This also does not take into account Special
Eligibility Reviews, which they can request
if there are any early indications of potential
builder insolvency, notifi cation of a client dispute
or increasing trends in average build times.
NSW GOVERNMENT DISCUSSION PAPER OF THE REFORM OF THE HOME BUILDING COMPENSATION FUND
You may have received notifi cation from
MBANSW regarding the NSW Government’s
recent ‘Reform of the Home Building
Compensation Fund’ discussion paper.
Submissions in response to this document
were due by 12 February.
The paper illustrates a Scheme which is failing
its key stakeholders. It suggests a range of
options to make the current Scheme more
effi cient, and to ensure it remains fi nancially
viable, whilst maintaining an appropriate level
of consumer protection. We ask members to
take the opportunity to have a voice in helping
improve the Scheme.
As one of the main brokers distributing HBCF
insurance, MBAIS is working very closely with
MBANSW to deliver a considered response
that focuses on our member’s feedback.
For MBAIS clients who wish to discuss any of
the above developments, please don’t hesitate
to contact our offi ce on (02) 8586 3555
and speak with one of our Home Warranty
specialists for more information.
BUILDERS WARRANTY
Are you considering changing your business structure?
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THE BUILDER, THE DEVELOPER AND ITS ARCHITECTA lesson in the need for letters of intent and / or license agreements for works in contract negotiation stage
In a Nutshell
Developers and builders should give careful
consideration to entering into licence
agreements or letters of intent where pre-
contractual works are performed or designs/
plans are to be used while the parties are still
negotiating the commercial terms of a design
and construct contract.
In the matter of Tamawood Ltd v Habitare
Developments Pty Ltd (Administrators
Appointed) (Receivers and Managers
Appointed) [2015] FCAFC 65 (18 May 2015)
the Federal Court found that a developer
(Habitare Developments) and its architects
(Mondo Architects) had infringed copyright
in the designs for a single storey and double
storey duplex which were held by a builder
(Tamawood), which no doubt will have an
adverse fi nancial and reputational impact.
Tamawood had allowed Habitare
Developments to use its plans to apply for
development consent while Tamawood and
Habitare Developments were in negotiations
for Tamawood to build a low cost housing
project. Complex and no doubt costly litigation
which involved a hearing before a single judge
in the Federal Court and an appeal to three
judges in the Federal Court may have been
avoided if the parties had - during the contract
negotiation stage - clearly set out their rights
and obligations either through a written licence
agreement or a letter of intent.
Facts
Habitare Developments entered into negotiations
with Tamawood for that builder to enter
into a design and construct contract for the
construction of low cost housing in Brisbane.
During the contract negotiation stage
Tamawood produced two designs for the site
Habitare Developments was looking to develop,
being a single storey duplex (“the Dunkeld”) and
a two storey duplex (“the Torrington”).
While the terms and conditions of the contract
were being negotiated, Tamawood permitted
Habitare Developments to use the Dunkeld
and Torrington plans to lodge an application
with Council. Development approval was
granted by Brisbane City Council to construct
dwellings on site which were generally in
accordance with the approved plans.
There was one hitch to the project which was
that Tamawood and Habitare Developments
were unable to agree on terms for Tamawood
to construct the dwellings on site. Habitare
Developments then approached Mondo
Architects and requested that it develop
construction plans which could be used with
the Development Approval.
Mondo Architects produced construction
plans for Habitare Developments. The builder
that Habitare Developments initially engaged
to build the project went into liquidation and it
subsequently engaged Bloomer Constructions
to complete the projects. The issue that arose
was whether the Mondo Architects plans
infringed the copyright held by Tamawood in
the Dunkeld and Torrington plans.
License To Use The Plans
At fi rst instance, Collier J in the Federal Court
found that Tamawood had licenced Habitare
to use the plans for the purpose of obtaining
development consent, however, there was an
implied term in that licence that it would be
revoked if Tamawood were not contracted to
build the project.
Collier J found that the plans produced by
Mondo Architects for a two storey duplex
substantially reproduced the Torrington plans.
Collier J found that Habitare and Mondo
Architects had both infringed the copyright
held by Tamawood in the Torrington plans.
It was found that the Dunkeld plans hadn’t
been substantially reproduced in Mondo
Architects’ one storey duplex plans.
The issue of whether there was an implied term
was explored on appeal. Jagot and Murphy
JJ, with Greenwood J agreeing, found that
the evidence didn’t support a contention that
Tamawood’s plans were licenced to Habitare
to use to build the project if Tamawood wasn’t
appointed as the builder. It considered that the
licence issue could be looked at in one of two
ways, either:
1. That there was an implied term that the
license to use the plans would terminate
on Tamawood not being appointed as the
builder; or
2. That the scope of the licence was for
Habitare to use the plans for so long as
Habitare intended to appoint Tamawood
as the builder.
On appeal, the Federal Court also found that
in addition to the double storey design, that
copyright in the Dunkeld design had also
been infringed. Although rooms had been
moved around internally, it was found that
there had been a substantial reproduction of
Tamawood’s plans given that the relationship
between the exterior and the internal spaces
was unchanged. Matters such as this involve a
complex analysis of the facts and again this is
a salutary lesson that an appropriately drafted
document framing the rights and obligations
of the parties may have avoided the parties
becoming involved in this complex litigation.
Lessons Learnt
The parties in this matter have no doubt
incurred signifi cant legal costs that may have
been avoided or reduced with documentation
in the pre-contract negotiating stage setting
out the rights and obligations of each party.
While it was common ground that Tamawood
had allowed Habitare to use its plans to apply
for a development application in the pre-
contract negotiation stage, no doubt to avoid
delays in the project, it would have been useful
for both parties for an appropriate licence
agreement or even a letter of intent to have
been in place to defi ne the use and scope of
the licence to use the plans and map out what
was to happen if Tamawood and Habitare were
unable to agree on terms for Tamawood to
construct the project
David Bannerman and Ben Robertson
Bannermans Lawyers (02) 9929 0226
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Master Builders Executive Offi cer – Safety David Solomon, discusses a recent case which resulted in the fi rst New South Wales based employer to be successfully prosecuted under the nationally harmonised Work, Health and Safety Laws.
Members are advised that a Company called
Austral Hydroponics Pty Ltd ran a business
growing greenhouse truss tomatoes and
employed fi ve people, all supervised by the
sole director. On 7 March 2013 a farmhand
employed by the company was told by the
director to remove plastic sheets from the
roof of a hothouse at least 2.5 m above the
ground. No instructions on performing the task
were given, in breach of the “Managing the
Risk of Falls at Workplaces Code of Practice”
published by Safe Work Australia in 2011 and
there was also a breach of clause 78(3) of the
Work Health and Safety Regulation 2011 which
requires a PCBU to manage risks to health
and safety relating to the performance of work
involving risks of falls from height, to ensure the
work is done on a solid construction.
The farmhand performing the work lost his
balance and fell backwards about 2.5 metres,
suffering a fractured spine, spinal cord damage
and tetraplegia. He remained in hospital until
he died in August 2014 from respiratory failure
and pneumonia.
The employer and director entered guilty pleas.
Both were convicted and fi ned respectively
$150,000 and $15,000. The director was also
ordered to pay the prosecutor’s agreed legal
costs of $20,000.
In the director’s case, he had failed, in breach
of s27(1) of the Work Health and Safety Act
2011 (NSW) to exercise due diligence by taking
reasonable steps to ensure compliance with
the Code and failing to ensure workers were
directed not to work on the hothouse roof
unless a risk assessment had been conducted
and control measures implemented to minimise
safety risks.
The penalties imposed were toward the
lower end of the spectrum (maximum penalty
available in the circumstances for the company
is $1.5m and for an individual $300,000) due to
a number of factors including:
• the offenders had a limited capacity to
pay fi nes;
• there was evidence the director was
suffering PTSD, anxiety and depression;
• the director was of good character;
• there was little likelihood of further offences
given the company was no longer trading and
the director’s remorse and contrition, and
• early guilty pleas were entered by
the offenders.
The decision is a timely reminder of the
importance of due diligence for directors and
other offi cers and the need for PCBUs to be
aware of the various codes of practice relevant
to their businesses.
FIRST NSW EMPLOYER PROSECUTED UNDER HARMONISED WHS LAWS
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EMPOWERING WOMEN IN CONSTRUCTION: NO STONE LEFT UNTURNED
Imbalance creates imperfection. That is often
considered to be the case in so many aspects
of life and work, including in the construction
industry. This is an industry that has a signifi cant
gender imbalance, as is widely known.
While it is unlikely that the balance of men
and women in the industry will ever be even,
encouraging more women to consider careers
in the industry is a positive way to start
addressing the imbalance.
Education plays an important role in anyone’s
career progression and development, as well
as overcoming obstacles found in the path
of achieving personal goals. Dedication and
ambition are needed to defeat the odds.
One young woman who has demonstrated this
ability is 23 year old Ashleigh Stone. Ashleigh
works for Dynamic Projects, an award winning
Master Builders member. We recently sat
down to have a chat with Ashleigh and her
employer, Michael Doueihi. As a participant in
the Certifi cate IV in Building and Construction
(Building) qualifi cation with Master Builders,
Ashleigh’s story and achievements highlights her
strength and individuality.
Ashleigh began working with Dynamic in 2010
after applying for the receptionist role. As
Michael says, Ashleigh had “an excelling and
positive attitude towards wanting to learn about
the construction industry.”
From the receptionist role, Ashleigh quickly
moved into an administrative / back offi ce role.
Gaining valuable knowledge and skills within the
offi ce, Ashleigh became an integral part of the
Dynamic team. Michael explains:
“Ashleigh’s attitude, application of effort and
innovative spirit became a strong asset to
the company, whereby her work colleagues
continually turned to her for assistance. Ashleigh
works well as a part of a team and can function
under pressure and always exhibited superior
communication skills. Being highly respected
by colleagues, customers and management
indicates the attitude Ashleigh has towards
making her career count as a woman in the
construction industry.”
Throughout most of 2014 and into 2015, Ashleigh
was afforded the opportunity to be a part of the
project administration team of Dynamic’s award
winning One Central Park, Broadway project in the
retail precinct. The project gave her the chance to
“learn the importance of what goes on behind the
scenes of a large scale project, as well as on the
ground”, she said.
Interacting with clients and contractors, Ashleigh
found herself in a heavily male dominated
workplace. Not one to be phased by standing
out, Ashleigh took to her on-site role with her
demonstrated usual drive and commitment. She
noted that “working with a bunch of guys isn’t
like what many women think that it is. It’s not
like the stereotypes suggest”.
As one of the two Directors of Dynamic, Michael
believes that “we need many more women in
the construction industry, particularly in project
management and supervisory roles” and that
they “should not be put off by the stereotypes of
years gone by”.
With an energetic approach to education,
Michael also says that “empowering women in
construction with education is the way to change
the stereotypes and barriers that may still exist
within this traditionally male dominated industry”.
Michael was impressed with Ashleigh’s work
performance on this project, commenting
“long hours on site, as is the case in retail
construction, never affected her and this
experience has only increased her hunger
towards learning and wanting to do more”.
On the completion of the project Ashleigh
approached management, asking for support
to enrol into the Certifi cate IV in Building and
Construction (Building) qualifi cation with Master
Builders with classes beginning in June 2015.
Ashleigh was excited to start the course, but
fate had another plan for her. On the 30th May,
Ashleigh was a passenger in a vehicle that was
involved in a serious head-on collision. After
spending a week in hospital with fractured
ribs and a shattered right hand (among other
injuries), she went home in a lot of pain, but still
determined to attend classes as soon as she
was physically able.
Shortly after the accident, Ashleigh began
rehabilitation. It would be four months until
she was able to walk with any level of comfort.
Throughout this time, the Dynamic team gave
Ashleigh ongoing and compassionate support,
assisting her with as much time off work as she
needed to attend rehab sessions and other
appointments. In turn, Ashleigh showed her
commitment to Dynamic Projects by making
adjustments to her work processes and routines.
Ashleigh also continued to attend classes with
Master Builders, where she was the sole female
in the group. Ashleigh used a tape recorder to
record sessions, as she was unable to write
with her shattered right hand. This also meant
a considerable amount of additional time that
Ashleigh needed to commit to completing her
assessments outside of class time.
Ashleigh consistently put in the time and effort
to learn and work hard throughout her classes,
having recently completed all of her classes
and assessments for the Certifi cate IV. Proud
employer Michael states “for Ashleigh to face
such hurdles at such a young age, and remain
composed and focused whilst trying to make
a stance in a male dominated profession, is a
tribute to her drive and commitment”.
Such is Ashleigh’s drive that she is already
eyeing off her next challenge on the path to
becoming a Project Manager. Ashleigh explains
that she is driven by “being part of a vision going
from an initial concept to a spectacular sight for
everyone to see”.
It seems fi tting to leave the fi nal word to
Michael, who says “Ashleigh is a shining
example that there is a place for women within
the construction industry.”
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Short Course Coordinator
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However, women’s share of apprenticeship
and traineeship completions has fallen, as has
the proportion of women with qualifi cations at
Certifi cate III level or above.
There are also remaining challenges in
promoting women’s participation and
achievement in science, technology, engineering
and mathematics (STEM) fi elds of study.
Some key highlights from this year’s report include:
• STEM subjects make up one third of
girls HSC subjects, compared to half of
boys subjects
• 2 out of 5 people commencing and
completing apprenticeships and
traineeships are women
• Only 15.5% of undergraduate
Information Technology and Engineering
students are women
• Aboriginal women are well represented
in vocational education and training, but
remain less likely than other women to
attend university
• 3 out of 5 undergraduate and
postgraduate students in NSW are women
• Women are 6 times less likely than men to
undertake technical and trade training
• The starting salary for graduate women is
$4,000pa less than men
Work and Financial Security
Women’s economic independence continues
to be a major issue, with the gender pay
gap increasing over the last 18 months and
women’s position in the workforce deteriorating
over the last year on a number of indicators.
While female labour force participation is at its
highest point since 1978, unemployment rates
for women have overtaken those for men and
are rising. On a positive note, gender gaps
in unpaid household work and use of fl exible
working arrangements for caring purposes
have reduced in recent years.
Notable gender comparisons include:
• Women’s participation in the paid
workforce is at its highest since 1978 but
remains 12% lower than men
• Women spend 12.5 hours per week more
than men on unpaid household work
• 1 in 2 women work part time compared to
1 in 6 men
• On average, women working full-time earn
$320 less than men per week
• The proportion of women in the workforce
who want more hours of work is growing
• Unemployment for NSW women is 1.1%
higher than for men
• The gap between what women and men
earn is increasing in NSW and is now 19.3%
Safety and Justice
Women need to feel safe in their home. Women
continue to have heightened safety risks in their
homes, communities and workplaces.
Women are more likely than men to experience
domestic and family violence, sexual assault,
be victims of domestic homicide, and face
discrimination and sexual harassment in
workplaces. In some areas women are tracking
better than men.
In some areas women are tracking better than
men. Women continue to have lower rates of
offending and imprisonment, and are less likely
than men to be victims of physical assault and
homicide overall.
Statistics include:
• Females are twice as likely as males to be
victims of domestic-violence related assault
• 4 in 5 victims of sexual assault are women
• Female homicide victims are more likely
than males to be killed by someone with
whom they are in a domestic relationship
• The imprisonment rate for women is 14
times lower than for men
• Sex discrimination in employment is 5.5
times more likely for women than men
As reported in previous editions of Master
Builders magazine, the MBA will continue to
promote opportunities for women in non-
traditional trades as well as in the wider building,
construction and civil sectors of our industry.
The detailed and full report can be
downloaded from the Women NSW website at
https://www.women.nsw.gov.au/womens_data
A Profi le of NSW Women
On 24 November 2015 NSW Minister for
Women, the Honourable Pru Goward released
the Women in NSW 2015 Report, the fourth in
the annual report series.
The Report charts the progress towards
gender equality and adds to four years of
comprehensive data which monitors trends on
women’s social and economic outcomes.
Below are extracts of the Report for
your information.
In 2014, there were an estimated 3.78 million
(50.4%) women versus 3.73 million (49.6%)
men in NSW, thereby representing more than
half of the total NSW population. Most NSW
women (74.6%) live in Greater Sydney while the
rest (25%) living in the remainder of the state.
Other facts about NSW women reported this year:
• women’s median age in 2014 was 38.8 -
18 years older than men’s
• 2.9% are Aboriginal women
• 28.5% were born overseas
• 27.5% speak another language at home
• 18.5% have a disability
• 4.6% are primary carers
Education and Learning
Women and girls outnumber men and boys in
school completion and in undergraduate and
postgraduate study, and the graduate gender
salary gap has narrowed over the last year.
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