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…entry permit holder, WorkSafe ACT have now issued two (2) updated Guidance Notes for distribution to members:
WHS Entry Permit Holders –œ Workplace Right of Entry Obligations Entry Permit Holders –œ Rights and Responsibilities when exercising entry without prior notice…
…and contractors about these changes in toolbox talks and in the early stages of tendering to ensure they are aware of the rules and are adhering to the new legislated requirements.
If you are unsure whether someone who is…
…the correct level of supervision whilst working. A failure to do so could result in a breach of your obligations under the WHS legislation.
Click here to read more about Supervision requirements for Apprentices and Trainees in the ACT.
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…spending and export growth made the most important contributions to growth.
During the pandemic, building and construction activity was an important source of support for the economy. However, total construction activity dropped by 2.4 per cent during the June…
…are participating: Cercol Construction Services Daryl Jackson Alastair Swayn EPC Solar Graciete Ferreira GHD Group Geocon Monarch Building Solutions Nikias Diamond PSC Insurance Brokers Revive Landscaping Snedden Hall & Gallop Sunny Homes ACT Synergy Group Suburban Land Agency Tilton Constructions…
…men through their apprenticeships and he says of their award wins, “They excel at their craft and they’re very deserving of these awards. I’m sure they are going to help our industry grow with their fantastic carpentry and trade skills.â€Â
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…nature of the dispute and identify the likely outcome/remedy, so that the parties can choose a suitable dispute resolution process.
Most of the building contracts would have a dispute resolution clause setting out the methods and procedures of the…
…for monies owed to the ATO.
For businesses in arrears, the ATO’s advice is to engage with them as early as possible as they have structures in place to guide businesses through these situations.
If you receive a…
…wage sheets through the links below.
Building and Construction General – Residential Building and Construction General – Non-Residential Joinery and Building Trades Clerks Private Sector Plumbing and Fire Sprinklers
High Income Threshold
On 1 July 2023, the high…
…The notice must identify the extended Construction Period and the extended Date for Practical Completion.
If you need any advice in relation to building contracts, please reach out to our Workplace Relations and Legal Team on (02) 6175 5900.
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…at the workplace through discussion between the employee, employer and relevant supervisor; if this fails The parties must try to resolve the dispute in a timely manner at the workplace through discussion between the employee and more senior levels of…
…tax year and removed the use of the Shortcut Method. The Shortcut Method will not be accepted for the 2022-2023 tax period.
For more information on these methods and expenses that you cannot claim, please visit the ATO website.
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…to be discussed review and update any business practices procedures relating to temporary shutdown periods for employees, particularly around what is considered a reasonable request and required notice periods
Should you require more information on your obligations relating to
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The Fair Work Commission has published its decision to increase the minimum wages in modern awards by 5.75% effective from 1 July 2023.
MBA ACT are currently preparing wage summary sheets for the following awards:
Building and Construction…
After more than 50 years of using ACT Map Grid, the ACT is adopting the GDA2020 (Geocentric Datum of Australia 2020) and MGA2020 (Map Grid of Australia 2020) for all its surveying, mapping and spatial data.
Adopting these
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…Khaira, IR & Legal Adviser Laura McGee, IR & Legal Adviser
Other resources:
Click here to view the Worksafe ACT information – Workplace Right of Entry Obligations Click here to view the ABCC Right of Entry guidance material….
…visual, photograph or other) when investigating a suspected WHS breach. The entry permit holder is required to notify you of its intention to record. It is important that you are aware of your rights and obligations when it comes to…
…of both your business and your employees. This includes guiding you through each step of the approval process, assisting with your application to the Fair Work Commission and providing guidance on what the Enterprise Agreement means for you and your…
Design and Building Practitioners Act 2020 (NSW) (the Act) passed on 11 June 2020.
The Act imposes new obligations on builders for certain buildings. The classes of buildings will be prescribed by the regulations, set to be released
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Master Builders ACT were proud to have a team involved in the Geocon Stair Chase, which raised $15,000 for Menslink.
The MBA team comprised of:
Geoff Wood- MBA Field Officer Abigail Wakefield – MBA Accounting Assistant Rosie Keech…
…[MA000020] provided that an individual flexibility arrangement can be entered into between an employer and employee relating to certain terms of the Award:
(a) Arrangements for when work is performed;
(b) Overtime rates;
(c)…
…in Work Health and Safety, the Certificate III in Carpentry, and Certificate III in Plumbing. Of particular concern is the significant cuts to User Choice funding and Existing Worker funding which mean that both new apprenticeships and existing workers will…
On 25 June 2020, the ACT Government announced a Construction Sector Recovery Package to help construction activity continue in the ACT and support the local economy to recover from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
This measure
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Members are reminded to ensure that they are making the correct payments for superannuation and in accordance with the relevant laws and terms and conditions of an employee’s specified super fund.
The legislation provides for quarterly
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…Tallagandra Hill Winery where guests enjoyed a wine tasting led by owners David and Mary, and an unbelieve grazing platter.
Thank you to our founding partners of the Women in Construction Group Snedden Hall & Gallop and Harvey Norman…
…and safety topics, giving guidance to duty holders on how to comply with the WHS Act and regulations.
Several new codes of practice have also been adopted, covering topics such as abrasive blasting, labelling workplace hazardous chemicals, managing the…
The Annual Modern Award Wage Review is currently underway and will come into effect from 1 July 2022. In the lead up to the decision, now is a great time to start thinking about reviewing your employees’ entitlements under
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…virtually no Code to enforce and limited enforcement powers.
The new Code and Explanatory Memorandum is attached.
The changes to the Code will be effective immediately. To view the current ABCC advice to industry, click here.
Further…
Members are reminded of their obligations to report and make contributions for their employees who work in the ACT Building and Construction.
What are my obligations as an employer?
Employers are required by law to:
register their…
…the Request for Information regarding the changes to silica dust requirements. Click here to view a copy of the MBA ACT Response.
Thank you to all of our members that have contributed to our submission.
Can members still…
…Funding for the 50% Lease Variation Charge remission
Copies of the key documents released can be downloaded here:
ACT Jobs and Economic Recovery Plan Economic and Fiscal Update List of Major Projects
As we approach
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…for listening to our calls to implement increased stimulus measures for apprentices to be able to join the workforce.â€Â
“In June we called on all levels of Government to work together to provide continued financial support for employers of…
…and ready for use. This space has enabled Master Builders ACT to expand the opportunities for Trainers and Apprentices. Master Builders are excited to see the projects which are conducted in this space.
Wally Bell who is a Ngunawal…
Latest ABS jobs and wages data has revealed that since 14 March, construction jobs in the ACT have contracted 4.8%, higher than the average job losses across all industries in the Territory.
Master Builders ACT CEO, Michael Hopkins
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https://issuu.com/mba410/docs/canberra_building_news_3-2017_draf_3_lowres
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https://issuu.com/mba410/docs/canberra_building_news_2-2017_e-document
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https://issuu.com/mba410/docs/mba_build_web_singles
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https://issuu.com/mba410/docs/mba_canberra_builder_dec_2017_v5
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…appropriate percentage of the contract sum for that stage. The Home Building Contract also provides that the stage of works must be completed before it can be claimed.
Similarly, when requesting a deposit, it is important to treat this…