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volume 52 NUMBER 1

Published by

Master Builders Queensland417 Wickham Terrace, Brisbane Queensland 4000Phone: 3225 6444Fax: 3225 6545Email: [email protected] www.masterbuilders.asn.au

Editor: Christine Barton, [email protected] Design: Paula Morphew, [email protected] Advertising: Ken Lane, Crowther Blayne MediaSpecialists, 5553 2804,[email protected]: PrintcraftDistribution: Stand and Deliver

Master Builder is the offi cial magazine of MasterrBuilders Queensland. Master Builders is the peak industry association representing building andconstruction in Queensland since 1882. We are the voice of the industry. Our services support members to operate professional and profi tablebusinesses that deliver superior quality outcomes to their customers.

All advertising and editorial material must adhereto the Master Builders Advertising & EditorialPolicy. A copy of the policy can be found at www.masterbuilders.asn.au.

Privacy: Master Builders Queensland has adoptedthe Australian Privacy Principles published by theoffi ce of the Australian Information Commissionerand operates in accordance with those principles.A copy of Master Builders privacy policy can befound at www.masterbuilders.asn.au.

Disclaimer: Any advice or information included inthe publication is given in good faith, but strictlyon the understanding that neither Master Buildersnor the Editor or any other person or organisationcontributing to the publication are to incur any responsibility or legal liability whatsoever (including liability for negligence) should theadvice or information be incorrect, incomplete, inappropriate or in any other way defective and allliability is therefore disclaimed. Articles publishedin this magazine do not necessarily refl ect the opinions or policies of Master Builders, its offi cers and staff .

© This publication is copyright. No part of it may bereproduced, copied, stored on a computer, published, broadcast, rewritten for broadcast or publication,or redistributed directly or indirectly in any medium without prior permission from the Queensland Master Builders Association.

Reports & statistics12 Housing fi gures a win for

Queensland

Policy & advocacy14 ConstructionQ to deliver long-

term strategy for industry

Health feature28 Tackling prostate cancer

31 Building better health

32 Embracing healthy workplaces

34 Rising to the challenge of Kokoda

38 How to nail diet, lifestyle and wellbeing

39 Protect your hearing

Employment & wages40 Super on the up

41 Wage rates have increased

42 New WorkCover industry rates

Members44 Townsville rewards charitable

builder

58 New directions with GoldCoast School of Construction

eDocs50 eXpand with eDocs

Projects52 Bundaberg rebuild reaps

rewards

Training & licensing54 Funding now available on

selected training courses

55 Building apprenticesrecognised

People & events60 Did your photo make it in?

Superannuation63 The easy way to get all your

super together

Front cover: Tradies National Health Month ambassadors, Kyal and Kara from The Block.

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Master Builders has been busy laying the foundations with a long-term investment in new products and services that will ensure we remain a strong and forward thinking association that supports members towards their individual success.

It is with great pleasure that I can report toyou that we have completed the fi nancial yearnot only in excellent fi nancial shape, but more importantly, with a great base to continuesignifi cantly improving value, accountability and growth for members, business partnersand the industry. We had membership growth over the 12 months and invested signifi cantly in our future.

Long-term investment in the future of ourindustry was a key area of focus and during the past year, after conducting member researchto give us some much needed insight, we’veinvested heavily in new products, services and events that will assist members from the small and medium sector all the way through to tier 1 builders.

After 12 months of development, we recently launched 11 new training programs that willprovide solid foundations for the industry. See page 55 for more details about coursesscheduled in the coming months.

With many in the industry adopting technologyto run their building businesses, we’ve rampedup our own activities. We recently expandedour eDocs system to include the Residential Work, Health and Safety Management Plan – asignifi cant addition that will help builders meettheir obligations under the state’s workplacehealth and safety laws. See page 50 for moredetails about this must-use new product.

Grant Galvin

Executive Director

Message from theExecutive Director

Bright future for building With these new products and services nowin place, we are looking ahead to the coming months, which will be an extremely busyperiod. The Housing & Construction Awards program across all regions has commenced (see page 15 for the latest round of regionalwinners) and we have also turbo-charged ourevents program.

We have introduced many new forums, such as the Industry Leaders lunch, new members welcome evenings and regional industryupdates, to help keep you up-to-date withchanges that are occurring, but also, whatnew things Master Builders can do to help your business. We have secured the FederalMinister for Employment, Senator the Hon. Eric Abetz, for our next Industry Leaders lunch in August to provide an update on the federal government’s plans to support our industry.

On the lobbying front, there are a number of legislative changes which will hopefully see their way through the Senate soon. A majorissue is the resurrection of the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC)with its full set of powers to assist in restoring the rule of law back onto major building sites.In addition to this, the Royal Commission into union corruption is afoot and will make its way to Queensland over the coming months, as is the implementation of a raft of QueenslandBuilding and Construction Commission (QBCC)initiatives that will change the Queensland industry for the better.

Somewhere in this period, a state election willalso be thrust upon us, requiring considerablework on our policy position where we are well-placed to continue to work on your behalf.

I am very pleased with the progress made in the fi nancial year and believe that the MasterBuilders team has laid a fantastic foundation for successfully evolving our organisation tobenefi t members and stakeholders into thefuture.


Derek Pingel

President

Message from thePresident

While the key outcome of the 2014 State Budget was the plan for the sale of assets and the channelling of 25% of the sale proceeds into capital expenditure, Master Builders believes a continuing conversation about measures to boost confi dence and demand is vital for our industry’s long-term future.

The recent ups and downs of building approvalfi gures demonstrate that the coming months and years may not be all smooth sailing for the residential and commercial sectors. While Junefi gures bounced back with a 30% increase, the May fi gures dropped to their lowest level sinceJuly 2012 with a massive 20.3% decline acrossthe state. The volatility of the fi gures suggestswe are not out of the woods just yet.

Master Builders believes that fundamental to the building and construction industry recovery is a strong capital works program and other government measures that willincrease demand for new construction and create a wave of investment and jobs. Weanticipate that the state budget handeddown in June will deliver on this to some extent.

We believe the sale of assets will assist to turn around the commercial sector – but we can’tstress enough that the proceeds must be used

to fund infrastructure projects across the state for this to occur.

Increased government expenditure ininfrastructure and other capital assets at thistime is important as the industry moves out of the resource investment boom. It will help smooth the damaging swings of chronic underand overinvestment, especially in regional Queensland.

While the Treasurer indicated that residentialconstruction would drive economic activity in the short-term, the volatility of buildingapprovals cast some doubt on this assumption. From our point of view what’s needed is ashake-up in state taxes.

Stamp duty in particular needs reforming as it discourages the turnover of housingand distorts choices between renting and buying. Tweaks to Queensland’s stampduty arrangements for all new residential

development would boost the housing sector, while ensuring that Queensland is in a strongerposition to attract more investment from interstate and overseas.

While the budget is important, we certainly weren’t expecting any magical solutions thatwould change things overnight. We knowthat what is needed is an ongoing dialoguebetween government and industry thatreduces red and green tape and improves productivity, and in turn encourages investment in the building and construction industry.

Have your say – provide us with feedback

on these issues or others you believe are

impacting the industry right now. Email us

at [email protected]

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As part of our strong plan to give the building industry a brighter future, the government ismaking some changes to the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC).

As of 1 July the QBCC is off ering a number of new services and products designed to make life easier for licensees.

One of these services is an early dispute resolution process which will allow the QBCC to takeaction whilst building contracts are still active. Previously, it could only get involved once construction was completed and the contract was terminated.

Tim Mander

Minister for Housingand Public Works

Opinion

Changes to the QBCC

This will allow disputes to be resolved faster and at a lower cost to those involved.

Mediation services are also now available for contractors and homeowners to use shouldany issues arise during residential construction.This allows both parties to work towards a solution in a timely manner and may preventsome disputes needing to be referred to theQueensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal (QCAT).

The fi rst case has already been resolved under the new system between a builder and home owner and took only four hours.

This initiative is one part of the government’sTen-Point Action Plan, which will make theQBCC more effi cient and customer-focused.

Other measures introduced include a new ‘standards and tolerances’ booklet, a more user-friendly website and a new 24/7 telephoneservice.

For more information about any of the new

services and how they can make your life

easier, contact the QBCC on 13 93 33 or visit

www.qbcc.qld.gov.au

Start using eDocs today!Master Builders eDocs – electronic documents and online core services – system is now available!

Access to the new eDocs system is exclusive to Master Builders’ members and makes creating contracts easier, faster and more intuitive than ever before.

Activate your account and start using eDocs today! Visit www.masterbuilders.asn.au/edocs.

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From 1 July 2014, new applications for water andsewerage connections must be lodged directly withQueensland Urban Utilities, instead of local councils.

Under the state government’s new water approvals process, applications for water and sewerage connections will be processed by Queensland UrbanUtilities for its fi ve regions, including Brisbane, Ipswich, Lockyer Valley, Scenic Rim and Somerset.

The new Utility Model will apply to building projects of all sizes, ranging from a new house to a large apartment complex or master-planned community.

New connections, disconnections and alterations will also need to be lodged directly with QueenslandUrban Utilities, instead of your local council.

The new water approvals process was introduced by the Queensland Government through the Water Supply Services Legislation Amendment Act.

For more information about lodging applications,

visit www.urbanutilities.com.au

Get connected with Queensland Urban Utilities

Tradies National Health Month

Tradies have among the highest number of injuries, musculoskeletal conditions and other healthand safety risks of any profession, so Tradies National Health Month was formed to raise awarenessthat they shouldn’t ignore their health in the workplace.

Eighty per cent of all injured workers in Australia are tradies and labourers, so it’s clear that theyneed health, safety and well-being initiatives.

Tradies and trade companies are encouraged to register and be involved in this important initiative, and it’s a cause dynamic duo and The Block favourites, Kyal and Kara, are fi rmly behind.k

The “Super Ks” fi t perfectly with the program – Kara is a qualifi ed physiotherapist and Kyal is acarpenter – and have joined APA as ambassadors to help spread the message about why it’simportant for tradies to look after their health.

The Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA) is calling on tradies to take care of their health and to better manage their work, life and safety habits as part of Tradies National Health Month in August.

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Chippy Kyal said he wasn’t too shocked thattradies are the worst when it comes to injuries.

“I often hear my work mates complain about aninjury, yet they do nothing about it and chooseto ignore it most of the time,” he said.

“This really needs to change. I’m fortunate thatKara is a physio and has always stressed I take care of myself and not overlook injuries.

“As a nation, we really need to encouragetradies to change their behaviour and make them aware about the importance of health and safety at work.”

Tradies National Health Month was launched last year by the APA and Steel Blue, as an annual initiative dedicated to educating tradies on the consequences of neglecting pain and a

“she’ll be right” attitude.

“As a physio, I feel very strongly about this topicand want to improve tradies’ awareness and support in this area,” said Kara.

“I want to see our tradies pain-free, moving welland living to their full potential.”

There is plenty of help available for tradies,but they need new tools. Find them at the Tradies National Health Month websitewww.tradieshealth.com.au

To learn more about Tradies Health Monthand the initiatives you can take part in, visit page 28 for Master Builders’ health feature.

The Australian Physiotherapy Association (APA)is the peak body representing the interests of Australian physiotherapists and their patients.

Fast fact: Every day 10 tradies are badly injured at work. That’s 3,560 tradies a year on workers’ compensation.


Notice of Annual General Meeting 2014

Agenda• To make a record of those present

• To receive apologies for non-attendance

• To confi rm the Minutes of the Annual General Meeting held on Tuesday, 15 October 2013

• To receive the President’s Annual Report

• To receive the Treasurer’s Annual Report, Audited Balance Sheets and Statement of Accounts

• To appoint the Auditor for 2014–2015

• To confi rm the election of the General State Councillors for 2014–2016

• To confi rm the election of the Divisional Councillors for 2014–2016

• To consider any other matter referred by the Executive of Master Builders.

Notes:NOTE 1: Nomination forms for the 16 General Representatives to State Council are available

on request from Master Builders, 417 Wickham Terrace, Brisbane Queensland 4000.

NOTE 2: Any two fi nancial members of Master Builders may, in writing, nominate any member as General Representative for State Council. The nominee must consent to the nomination.

NOTE 3: Nominations in writing must be returned to, Kathryn Hester, Returning Offi cer, Locked Bag 3419, Brisbane Queensland 4001, on or before 23 September 2014.

NOTE 4: A copy of Master Builders Rules is available on request to the Executive Director and will be available at the Annual General Meeting.

NOTE 5: Under Clause 6.1 – State Council, General Representatives to State Council shall consist of 14 members who are Master Builders and two members who are Contractor Members.

Should you wish to discuss any matter in

relation to the AGM, please contact

Martin Belfi eld on martin.belfi eld@

masterbuilders.asn.au or 3225 6408.

In accordance with the rules of the Queensland Master Builders Association, the Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, 21 October 2014, at Master Builders, 417 Wickham Terrace, Brisbane, Queensland, commencing at 4pm.

Keeping it Fair campaign to target dodgy operatorsOn 1 July the Australian Taxation Offi ce (ATO) began a four-year program of work targeting dodgy operators in the building and construction industry.

News

The campaign focuses on operators providing services to householders who appear not to be doing the right thing. Running abusiness is diffi cult, and honest businessesshouldn’t face unfair competition. This unfair competition can come in diff erent forms – operators who fail to register for GST, don’t lodge income tax returns and activitystatements, off er cash-only jobs to keep the income off the books and pay their staff incash to avoid superannuation, income tax andpayroll tax.

The ATO will be working with the industry over the next three to four years as part of their Keeping it Fair campaign. They haverdeveloped a number of resources, including information on their website and a YouTubevideo, with useful information for theindustry.

Everyone makes mistakes and the ATO advises that it’s best to speak to them early. They can work with you to get you back on track.

For more information, visit www.ato.gov.au/

workingwithindustry or www.ato.gov.au/

casheconomy or to talk to the ATO about

making a voluntary disclosure, call 13 28 61.


Portable long service leave legislative amendments

News

The Work Shop offi cially launchesMember for Fisher, The Hon. Mal Brough MPand Sunshine Coast, Mayor Cr. Mark Jamieson, recently joined Lend Lease to offi cially launchThe Work Shop; a training and recruitmentcentre on the Sunshine Coast Public UniversityHospital construction site.

Since offi cially opening, the team of fi ve, which includes an employment manager and senior recruitment broker, have had 60 key contractors use the service and have matched 81 locals to jobs on site.

The Work Shop is a unique, regionally funded,free drop-in service for contractors to register their job vacancies, and for jobseekers to register their interest, ultimately leading toemployment for locals.

Since opening, The Work Shop has received over 1,400 jobseeker registrations, with a dailyaverage of 50 face-to-face walk-ins to the offi ce and staff fi elding over 200 phone calls directly with candidates on a weekly basis.

Jobseekers can contact The Work Shop via

www.myworkshop.net.au or via email at

[email protected], or visit

www.jobsonthecoast.com.au for listed

positions on the construction site.

Queensland Parliament has passed changes to the building and construction industry’s portable long service leave legislation, which apply to work started on or after 1 July 2014.

What are the changes and what do they mean?• The minimum levy threshold has increased to $150,000 (from $80,000)

• GST is no longer included in the total cost of building and construction work

• The QLeave levy rate has reduced from 0.3% to 0.25% of the total cost of building andconstruction work

• The QLeave and Construction Skills Queensland training levies no longer need to be paid for work defi ned as resources operational work

• A tiered levy rate for building and construction work, with a total cost of over $1 billion,has been introduced

• The cost of feasibility studies and environmental impact statements is exempted from thetotal cost of building and construction work

• All goods, materials, supplies and services, whether sourced from within Queensland, interstate or overseas, to be used for work in Queensland, must be included in the totalcost of building and construction work

• Interest rate changes:

When the levies are not paid before the building and construction work starts, interest now accrues daily at the rate prescribed in the Taxation Administration Act 2001 for unpaid tax interest

• The Principal Contractors exemption has been clarifi ed

A person may be exempt from paying the levy, or part of the levy, if they (ortheir workers or contractors) actually carry out the work and are considered notsubstantially engaged in the building and construction industry

• Private Certifi ers are included in the defi nition of Assessment Managers.

For more information, refer to the Building and Construction Industry (Portable Long

Service Leave) Act 1991 and the Building and Construction Industry (Portable Long Service

Leave) Regulation 2013 at www.qleave.qld.gov.au

Fast fact: In the past fi ve years, more than 17,000 injury claims from the construction industry were reported, costing the industry almost $1 billion.

L–R: Master Builders Director Construction Policy,John Crittall, CEO The Hornery Institute, Kate Meyrick, Local Employment Coordinator, Department of Employment,Kris McCue and Master Builders Regional Manager Sunshine Coast, Michael Hopkins.

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Nominations now open for CSQ’s 2014 Excellence AwardsThe CSQ Excellence Awards are one of the Queensland building and construction industry’s mostprestigious annual events. Over the past 19 years they have grown to become the industry’s premier celebration of skilling and training achievements.

Nominating for a CSQ Excellence Award is a great way to be recognised for your hard work and commitment to your industry. It can also raise your profi le, open doors and give your career a realboost.

Industry nominating industryCSQ is looking to shine a light on the hard work and innovation taking place in our industry. Doyou know an unsung hero who deserves some recognition? Maybe you know an apprentice who is making sacrifi ces to fi nish their training, or maybe you have an amazing boss – why notnominate them?

This year there are 12 categories, including:

• Hutchinson Builders Award for Construction School of the Year

• The Construction Training Centre Award for Registered Training Organisation of the Year

• Bechtel Award for Employer Commitment to Training Excellence (up to $20M turnover)

• Civil Contractors Federation Award for Construction Professional of the Year

• Training and Assessment Mentor Award for Construction Trainer of the Year.

Visit the CSQ website for a full list of awards.

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How to nominateSimply visit the CSQ website and fi ll out an online form. For any questions, call CSQ’sAwards Team on 1800 79 84 88.

Nominations close at 5pm onFriday, 12 September 2014.

For further information visit

www.csq.org.au/awards

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Building approvals spike

Housing fi gures a win for Queensland

In positive news for building and construction in Queensland, May building approvals fi gures have revealed a 45% increase in totaldwelling unit approvals, with industry punterssuggesting the April slump was merely an aberration and growth is once again on the horizon.

Total dwelling unit approvals climbed 45% during the month of May to 3,247,representing a 30% increase from the May 2013 fi gure of 2,494 (seasonally adjusted).

There was an enormous spike in the unitmarket, with private sector approvalsincreasing by 250% from 608 to 1,532 for the month – which is 52.6% up on May 2013.

These positive results confi rm that the month-on-month volatility can be misleading and wemust look at medium and long-term trends toreally gauge where the industry is heading.

The fi gures were also good news for private sector houses, which rose by 4.6% during the month to 1,696, a rise of 16% from May 2013.

The south east corner continues to drive growth, while the resource-driven centresin Central Queensland continue to struggle.Far North Queensland is also now posting consistently good numbers as the tourismsector returns to a period of growth.

All in all, May was a good month, confi rming that the recovery in the residential construction is underway.

Reports & statistics

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Brisbane 1,561 19,779 13,863 42.7%

Gold Coast 773 3,929 2,612 50.4%

Sunshine Coast 275 2,882 1,636 76.2%

Darling Downs & South West Qld 209 2,103 1,733 21.4%

Burnett Wide Bay 352 1,480 1,239 19.5%

Central Qld 129 1,704 3,228 -47.2%

Mackay 307 1,619 2,727 -40.6%

North Qld 139 1,797 1,897 -5.3%

Far North Qld 86 992 738 34.4%

The football fi eld isn’t the only place where Queensland has outperformed NSW recently, with housing fi nance fi gures, released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics, increasing by 3% in Queensland, ahead of NSW’s 1.3%.

The result was a win for Queensland,particularly on the back of such fl at fi gures inApril.

The fi gures, which rose from 9,948 in April 2014to 10,274 in May 2014 (seasonally adjusted),are promising for Queensland as the rest of the country showed little movement andexperienced a fairly fl at result.

The May fi gure also brings us to a 12.9%increase over the year – which is a promisingsign.

These latest housing fi nance fi gures, combined with strong building approvals, confi rmthat Queensland is certainly the state to getbuilding.

On a disappointing note, the fi rst home buyer sector of the market continues to be well below average, highlighting that housingaff ordability issues continue to plague manyareas of Queensland.


ConstructionQ to deliver long-term strategy for industryState government’s plans to develop a long-term blueprint for Queensland’s building and construction industry are a step towards a stronger, more resilient and innovative industry.

Policy & advocacyPaul Bidwell – Deputy Executive Director

The ConstructionQ announcement in May was welcomed by industry as an opportunity towork with government to shape the policiesthat will ensure long term growth.

A faltering of building approvals and housingfi nance fi gures during February and March was a timely reminder that a recovery cannot betaken for granted. More work must be done to ensure the construction sector returns to beinga signifi cant driver of the Queensland economy.

While confi dence in the industry remainedbuoyant during the quarter, the latest statisticsprove that trading conditions remain tough and, while a recovery is certainly on the horizon, particularly for the housing sector, there is stillmuch work to be done in this spacemuch work to be done in this space.

Master Builders is very pleased to be amongstthe industry leaders who will participate in

ConstructionQ and help to develop a clear vision for the future.

This is a unique opportunity to work alongsidegovernment and map out measures that will support the growth of thousands of buildingbusinesses across the state.

We will be looking to use the forum to addressa number of issues that impact both the housing and commercial sectors.

In order to address the issue of housingaff ordability we must explore initiatives that will drive down costs and shift demand to newconstruction, with a particular focus on stamp duty and tax reform.

These are issues that require a long-termThese are issues that require a long term strategy in order to overcome them.

The government has already made signifi cant

progress via planning system reforms and the scrapping of mandatory regulations for water tanks and greenhouse effi cient hot water systems, but we need to explore this landscape further.

A major issue for the housing sector is a lack of innovation and we’ll be looking to this forum to explore ways we can assist thebuilding industry to take up new buildingmaterials and processes that will reduce costs and assist with the bigger issue of housingaff ordability.

For the commercial sector, the main issues wewill bring to the table are productivity andincreasing investment in capital projects – the industry needs an effi cient pipeline of projects.

The other issue we will also be urging thisgroup of leaders to be conscious of is that builders are at the end of the supply chain andwe can’t always be left carrying the burden of costs and change.

For more information, contact

Master Builders on 3225 6419 or email

[email protected]

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the state government’s long-term blueprint for Queensland’s building and construction industry.

Fast fact: In 2012, 5% of injured workers who were off work for at least four weeks sought access to mental health treatment.


HOUSING & CONSTRUCTION

AWARDS 2014

Brisbane, Gold Coast, Burnett Wide Bay, Sunshine Coast and Downs & Western regional winners were recently announced.


House of the Year (pictured above)

MCD Construction (Qld) Pty Ltd – Aqua

This canal-front Raby Bay home features all the trimmings you’d expectof an island resort. The design is a fusion of Bali meets Hamilton Island,with the communal living spaces built around a central pool and spa, complete with a pool pavilion and waterfalls. With a master bedroomon its own island, featuring a private pool deck and accessible viaa glass bridge built over a running pond, this home emulates class, sophistication and luxury living.

Project of the Year (pictured below)

Watpac Construction Pty Ltd – Translational Research Institute

The $242 million Translational Research Institute is Australia’s newestand most comprehensive medical research and biopharmaceutical facility. The 32,000m², seven-storey TRI building comprises four fl oors of laboratory research plus facilities for research support,administration and teaching, making the building the largest of its kind in the southern hemisphere.

BRISBANE

President’s Award (pictured left)

P J Burns Builder Pty Ltd – Billabong 337 Modifi ed

This custom designed home includes everything from billiard rooms, tomedia rooms and a guest retreat, with stone, natural colours and raisedceilings creating a bright, airy feel. As a single-level home it’s idealfor an active, extensive family, with the u-shaped design maximising the block to perfection. A pool in the centre and a large alfresco and barbeque area out the back complement the separate parents’ wing,along with a guest area that can be closed off to allow for dual living.

Housing & Construction AwardsBrisbane


Specialty

Best Kitchen

MCD Construction (Qld) Pty LtdAqua

Trade Contractor – Carpentry, Joinery &

Cabinet Making

Mikat Constructions Pty Ltd

Trade Contractor – Stone Masonry

T U Projects Qld Pty LtdMonilli Jewellers

Trade Contractor – Swimming Pool, Outdoor

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Trade Contractor – Cladding

Blue Star Plastering Pty LtdSpringfi eld Central & Lakes Railway Stations

Construction

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Health & Education Facilities

$5 million – $20 million

Buildcorp Group Pty LtdGoddard Building Rooftop Extension



Watpac Construction Pty LtdAdvanced Engineering Building, UQ

Health & Education Facilities over $125 million

Watpac Construction Pty LtdTranslational Research Institute

Sporting & Community Service Facilities up

to $5 million

Watpac Construction Pty LtdNational Cricket Centre

Retail Facilities up to $5 million

Isis Group Australia (Qld) Pty LimitedGasworks Markets

Retail Facilities over $5 million

FK Gardner & Sons Pty LtdLogan Village Woolworths

Commercial Building (offi ce accommodation)

up to $5 million

Northbuild Constructions Pty LtdMarine Diesel Traders Offi ce & Warehouse


over $5 million

ADCO Constructions Pty Ltd

Residential Building (high-rise over 3 storey)

up to $20 million

L J Ponsford Pty Ltd T/A Ponsford BuildersNuvo at Nundah


over $20 million

Pradella DevelopmentsUrban Edge “Horizons”

Industrial Building up to $5 million

Nairn Constructions Pty LtdDesign and construction of offi ce and warehouse complex

Industrial Building $5 million – $20 million

Mainbrace Construction (Qld) Pty LtdCaltex Laboratory, Lytton

Industrial Building over $5 million

Laing O’Rourke & Beca Joint VentureQ Catering Facility

Tourism & Hospitality Facilities up to $5 million

Gavin Haslet T/A Haslet Homes Pty LtdMt Cotton Retreat Guest House

Refurbishment/Renovation up to $2 million

Built Qld Pty LtdMacArthur Central Facade & Awning Project

Refurbishment/Renovation


Box & Co Pty LtdQUT Gardens Point O Block

Refurbishment/Renovation over $5 million

Built QLD Pty LtdArrow Energy Offi ce Fitout

Lifestyle Housing for Seniors

Grindley Constructions Pty LtdAmicus Apartment and Wellness Centreat BallyCara

Innovation in Workplace Health & Safety

Watpac Construction Pty LtdAdvanced Engineering Building, UQ

Innovation in Environmental Management

Wiley & Co Pty LtdJBS Dinmore – Bio Gas Recovery & Effl uent Treatment

Excellence in Sustainable Building

Leighton Contractors Pty LimitedQUT Science and Engineering Centre

Housing

Display Home up to $275,000

Val Eco Homes Pty LtdFitzroy Display Village

Display Home $276,000 – $375,000

Harzic Property Group Pty Ltd T/A Adenbrook Homes – Brisbane WestThe Orion

Display Home $376,000 – $475,000

Henley Properties (Qld) Pty LtdT/A Plantation HomesTrinity Lux Q1

Display Home $476,000 – $625,000

McLachlan Special ProjectsThe Resort

Individual Home up to $275,000

Path Developments Pty Ltd

Individual Home $276,000 – $375,000

Alliance Homes Pty Ltd T/A Stylemaster Homes Pty LtdManhattan 260


PJ Burns Builder Pty LtdBillabong 337 Modifi ed


Tabrizi Constructions Pty LtdIhlenfl edt Residence


D Pearce Constructions Pty LtdFlinders

Individual Home $776,000 – $1 million

Latimer Constructions Pty LtdAllen Residence

Individual Home $1 million – $1.5 million

JBS Building and Development Pty Ltd

Individual Home $1.5 million – $2 million

D Pearce Constructions Pty Ltd

Individual Home over $2 million


Best Heritage Style Home

Traditional Queenslanders (SEQ) Pty LtdBurdekin

Housing for Sloping Sites

G A Ryan Developments Pty LtdCheney Residence

Home Renovation/Remodelling Project

up to $275,000

Bretherton Builders Pty LtdCreigton Renovation 563


$276,000 – $575,000

AMD Quality Constructins Pty LtdDuggan Renovation


$576,000 – $1 million

Ausbuild Pty Ltd


over $1 million

Wiley & Co Pty Ltd

Low-Rise Multi-Residential Housing

(townhouses)

CKP Constructions Pty Ltd

Medium-Rise Multi-Residential Housing

(units/3 storey)

Nairn Constructions Pty LtdConstruction of Apartments –Coopers Plains

Housing & Construction AwardsBrisbane

Event partners



Carpentology Group Pty Ltd – Wirraway

Aaron and his team have created the ultimate homestead for the owners of Wirraway. The works involved a complete makeover, including a 4,000 bottle wine cellar with a dumb waiter, a panic room,fully equipped gymnasium, new kitchen with cold room and walk-in scullery, an 800,000L heated swimming pool, and a six-bedroomdetached guest house adjacent to the new tennis court, which includes an air conditioned viewing area. A new aircraft hangar, with a major upgrade of the airstrip and a 1.2km concrete driveway, plusan on-site bore water treatment plant for the pool and facilities in the home. The house is also fully automated and can be operated off an iPhone!


Lend Lease Building Pty Ltd – Gold Coast University Hospital

The Gold Coast University Hospital provided signifi cantopportunities for contractors on the Gold Coast, as the largest infrastructure project in Australia. It would not have been possible without a dedicated team and co-ordination like a military exercise,with Lend Lease taking on an enormous commitment to trainingon site. The enormity and complexity of this cannot be overstated as it involved over 80,000m³ of concrete, nine million man hours to complete, 900 air handling units, and over 8,000 emergency exitlights, just to name a few.

GOLD COAST


H2 Homes Pty Ltd T/A H2 Constructions Qld – The Bach

Dale and Karl from H2 Homes are no strangers to producing qualityhomes at aff ordable prices. This unique design, set in a rural backdrop, is elevated to give a fl oating appearance from the road and has four bedrooms, a large entertainment area and a home offi ce.

Housing & Construction AwardsGold Coast


Specialty

Best Bathroom

SEQ Construction Group Pty Ltd

Best Kitchen

Matthew McLennanT/A Bespoke Projects & Developments

Trade Contractor – Carpentry, Joinery,

Shopfi tting & Cabinet Making

David Rotstein T/A Innode



Jamie Bramich T/A JB Pool Construction

Construction


Condev Construction Pty LtdGold Coast GP Super Clinic



Adco Constructions Pty LtdBond University Abedian School of Architecture



Laing O’Rouke Australia Construction Pty Ltd Griffi th University Health Centre


Lend Lease Building Pty LtdGold Coast University Hospital

Sporting & Community Service Facilities

up to $5 million

Tomkins Commercial &Industrial Builders Pty Ltd Ahamadiyya Muslim AssociationsCommunity Centre



Evans Harch Pty Ltd T/A Badge Constructions ProjectsCoomera Community Hub


J Hutchinson Pty LtdT/A Hutchinson Builders Capri on Via Roma


up to $5 million

Rawcorp Pty Ltd CityPods


over $5 million

Capefi eld Pty Ltd Elkhorn Centre East


Condev Construction Pty Ltd Robina Storage

Industrial Building over $5 million

Evans Harch Pty LtdT/A Badge Constructions ProjectsEnhanced Landforce Stage 2C,Kokoda Barracks

Tourism & Hospitality Facilities up to $5 million

Astute Projects Pty Ltd Polar Bear Junior Enclosure

Tourism & Hospitality Facilities over $5 million

Kane Constructions Pty LtdRACV Royal Pines “One Spa”


Condev Construction Pty Ltd Hillcrest Christian College Library & Kindy



One Sector Pty LtdZupps Truck Extension



Schiavello Constructions (QLD) Pty LtdRACV Royal Pines Resort Conference andEvents Centre


Alder Constructions Pty Ltd Gold Coast Turf Club

Civil Contractor of the Year

Lend Lease Building Pty LtdGold Coast University Hospital

Housing


Queensland One Homes Pty LtdChloe 200 Seaview Facade

Display Home $276,000 – $375,000

Henley Properties (QLD) Pty Ltd T/A Plantation HomesManhattan Q1

Display Home $376,000 – $475,000

Henley Properties (QLD) Pty Ltd T/A Plantation HomesTrinity Lux Q1


Cummins Constructions Pty LtdT/A GJ Gardner Homes Gold Coast NorthBalmoral 202 Award Series


Cummins Constructions Pty LtdT/A GJ Gardner Homes Gold Coast NorthBroadbeach 311 Custom


H2 Homes Pty Ltd T/A H2 Constructions QldThe Bach


Sanctuary 28 Projects (QLD) Pty Ltd


Mark Underwood


Nicolaas Bruin Springbrook House

Individual Home $1 million – $2 million

Allwood Contractors Pty Ltd


SEQ Construction Group Pty Ltd


Eco Projects & Developments Pty Ltd Tugun Beach house


up to $275,000

A & J Building Group Pty Ltd Ten 7


$276,000 – $575,000

Broadbeach Building Pty Ltd


$576,000 – $1 million

Anthony King


over $1 million

Carpentology Group Pty Ltd Wirraway


(duplexes)

Sunland Homes Pty Ltd Concourse Villas Royal Pines


(townhouses)

Condev Construction Pty Ltd Paddington Terraces @ Robina

Medium-Rise Multi-Residential Housing

(units/3 storey)

Condev Construction Pty Ltd Edgewater Stage 1 – Apartments

Excellence in Sustainable Living

Nicolaas Bruin Springbrook House

Ron McMaster Award for Excellence in

Craftsmanship

Adco Constructions Pty LtdBond University Abedian School of Architecture

Housing & Construction AwardsGold Coast

Event partners



Intro Ducing Eff ects Pty Ltd

T/A Colin J Clark Essentially Residential

This oceanfront home at Point Vernon features all the trimmings you would expect of a modern custom designed home. The design maximises the magnifi cent ocean views, with the swimming pool,outdoor dining area, communal living spaces, and kitchen alloverlooking the ocean. This house also took out awards for Trade Contractor – Tiling, Trade Contractor – Swimming Pool, Outdoor Living & Landscaping, Individual Home $626,000 – $775,000, and Best Bathroom.


Murchie Constructions Pty Ltd – Hinkler Central Flood

Refurbishment

After last year’s Bundaberg fl oods, local builder Murchie Constructions led the rebuilding of the Hinkler Central ShoppingCentre for their client, Mirvac. Faced with a high profi le rebuilding project at a time when the entire Bundaberg community, includingmany of Murchie Constructions’ own staff and subcontractors, weredealing with large scale fl ood damage, Murchie Constructions exemplifi ed the building industry at its best. The project involvedrepairs to the basement car park, re-wiring, and a complete internalrefurbishment. (Read more about this project on page 52)

BURNETTWIDE BAY


Nelson Family Homes Pty Ltd

This custom designed home refl ects a modern coastal theme. Thecontemporary home features natural colours and raised ceilings,creating a bright, airy feel. Built by Nelson Family Homes, anestablished Fraser Coast builder, this large family home demonstratesvalue for money, innovative design and sustainable living.

Housing & Construction AwardsBurnett Wide Bay


Specialty

Best Bathroom

Intro Ducing Eff ects Pty Ltd T/A Colin J Clark Essentially Residential

Best Kitchen

Ray Kaufman Builders Pty LtdT/A Suncrest Homes Wide Bay

Trade Contractor – Carpentry & Joinery

Jeff rey R Adams

Trade Contractor – Shopfi tting &

Cabinet Making

Adina Designed Interiors Pty LtdShalom College Administration Building & Year 7 Works – Joinery Fitout

Trade Contractor – Brick/Block Laying

Jeff Lennox Builder Pty Ltd T/A Jeff Lennox HomesOasis – Display Home

Trade Contractor – Tiling





Trade Contractor – Painting

Adam L. Cunneen

Construction


Jeff Lennox Builder Pty LtdT/A Jeff Lennox HomesBurnett Youth Learning Centre –Trade & Technology Building



Win Constructions Queensland Pty LtdUrangan State High School Year 7 Building

Health & Education Facilities $5 million –

$20 million

Murchie Constructions Pty LtdShalom College AdministrationBlock & Year 7 Works


Win Constructions Queensland Pty LtdWin Constructions Queensland Pty Ltd Offi ce Building


$2 million – $5million

PBS Building (QLD) Pty LtdHervey Bay RSL & Services Club IncRefurbishment Works


Murchie Constructions Pty LtdHinkler Central Flood Refurbishment

Housing

Display Home $276,000 – $375,000



Lumby Constructions Pty Ltd


Possco Pty Ltd


Ray Kaufman Builders Pty Ltd T/A Suncrest Homes Wide Bay






Andrew J Rhind T/A AJ Rhind Builder


up to $275,000

Andrew J Rhind T/A AJ Rhind Builder


$276,000 – $575,000

Nathan A Hore T/A N H Homes


(duplexes)

Gibson Building Pty LtdCooks Landing



Housing & Construction AwardsBurnett Wide Bay

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New Home Owner’s Maintenance Manual

This book is intended primarily to be used as a general information guide to maintenance for home owners.

The focus of this book is on the majority of typical home styles.

The booklet sets out information for home owners on howbest to look after what is probably the largest investment theywill make during their lives, and describes the home owners’ responsibilities with regard to the use and operation of the home.

This book is published as a community service by Master Buildersto assist purchasers of new homes or those who are carrying outextensions or renovations.

Call Master Builders on 1300 30 50 10 to purchase a copy.

QMBA-16850 03-13



Dean M McEwan T/A D R M Design & Construction

Stone, timber, glass, steel… a mix of textures that have combined in a commanding waterfront location to create a home of substance,as well as understated style and elegance. Quite simply, it refl ectsthe Sunshine Coast lifestyle. The Mooloolah Island home is fi nished to an exceptional quality of workmanship both inside and out and maximises the magnifi cent water views of the Mooloolah River with the communal living spaces, kitchen, and master bedroom alloverlooking water views.


John Holland Pty Ltd

Located in the emerging Kawana health precinct, the $100 millionSunshine Coast University Private Hospital is Ramsay Health’s newestprivate hospital. Containing 160 in-patient beds, seven operatingtheatres, commercial kitchen, and pharmacy, built over three levels, the building sets a new benchmark in medical facilities in Australia. The construction team contended with extreme wet weather, fl ooddamage and multiple stakeholders to deliver this fl agship buildingwithin a two-year program.

SUNSHINE COAST


Immackulate Pty Ltd

This custom designed home refl ects a modern Sunshine Coast coastaltheme. The contemporary home features polished concrete fl oors,natural colours and raised ceilings creating a bright, airy feel. Built byImmackulate, an up-and-coming Sunshine Coast builder, this largefamily home demonstrates value for money, innovative design and sustainable living.

Housing & Construction AwardsSunshine Coast


Specialty

Best Bathroom

Christopher R SmithOcean Vista House

Best Kitchen

Dean M McEwan T/A DRM Design & Construction

Trade Contractor – Cabinet Making

Minka Joinery Pty Ltd

Trade Contractor – Stone Masonry

Antoni J RokiT/A Pietra Lunga Stone MasonrySandstone Chapel at Montville Arts & Crafts Centre

Trade Contractor – Tiling

Grant P Smith

Trade Contractor – Swimming Pool,

Outdoor Living & Landscaping


Trade Contractor – Other –

Aquarium Construction

AAT – Advanced AquariumTechnologies Pty LtdUnderwater World

Trade Contractor – Other – Civil Engineers

and Piling Contractors

Wagstaff Piling (Qld) Pty LtdSunshine Coast University Hospital –Piling Project

Construction


Midson Construction (Qld) Pty LtdSt Andrews Anglican CollegePre Prep School



Evans Harch Pty Ltd T/A Badge Constructions ProjectsCollaborative Learning Hub – University of the Sunshine Coast


John Holland Pty LtdSunshine Coast University Private Hospital

Sporting & Community Service Facilities up

to $5 million

Murphy Builders Qld Pty LtdSunshine Coast Regional Council –Kawana Forest Meeting Place


Evans Built Pty LtdG Smith House

Retail Facilities $2 million – $5 million

Bli Bli Nominees Constructions Pty Ltd T/A BBN ConstructionsYandina Shopping Centre


Mainbrace Constructions (Qld) Pty LimitedAldi Nambour


up to $5 million

RCQ Construction Pty LtdCentral on Maud


up to $20 million

RCQ Construction Pty LtdIluka


over $20 million

J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson BuildersSea Pearl


Shadforth Lythgo Pty LtdHarley Davidson Building

Tourism & Hospitality Facilities

up to $5 million

J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson BuildersSealife Underwater World – Refurbishment

Tourism & Hospitality Facilities over $5

million

Built Qld Pty LimitedSheraton Noosa Resort & Spa


J Hutchinson Pty Ltd T/A Hutchinson BuildersSeahaven Noosa Resort

Lifestyle Housing for Seniors

Paynter Dixon Queensland Pty LtdNoosa Care, Carramar Tewantin

Housing


TT Holdings (Qld) Pty LtdT/A GJ Gardner HomesBridgewater 215

Display Home $276,000 – $375,000

Alliance Homes Pty LtdT/A Stylemaster HomesLakeview 35

Display Home $376,000 – $475,000

Ausmar Homes Pty Ltd T/A Ausmar HomesThe Manhattan

Display Home $476,000 – $625,000

TT Holdings (Qld) Pty Ltd T/A GJ Gardner HomesStillwater 291


Grant McDonald Homes Pty Ltd


PJ Burns Builder Pty LtdLittle Cove 233 Modifi ed Highset


Immackulate Pty Ltd


Troy Ware Constructions Pty Ltd


Brenton J Howell


DDB Constructions Pty Ltd

Individual Home $1 million – $2 million



Dean M McEwanT/A DRM Design & Construction


D J Sommer Homes Pty LtdWalkers Drive – Endeavour Home


Ryan Designer Homes Pty LtdSteel Skeleton


up to $275,000

Brenton J Howell


$276,000 – $575,000

Gold Leaf Constructions Pty Ltd


over $575,000

Thomas C Gilbert T/A Gilbert Plumbing, Drainage & Building

Low Rise Multi-Residential Housing

(townhouses)

RGD Constructions Pty LtdBoulevard Townhouses


Braeden Constructions Pty LtdSpringview


RGD Constructions Pty LtdBoulevard Townhouses

The Alan Eichmann Memorial Award for

Quality Workmanship

Mees Construction Pty Ltd

Housing & Construction AwardsSunshine Coast

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S & S Timmer Pty Ltd – “Small House” – Gorman’s Gap

This Garth Chapman designed home is a true replica of a Queenslander designed and built with traditional and contemporary fi nishesto suit modern living and the Australian climate. Large verandas with dowelled handrails, rotunda looking north east, lattice gatesand fretwork portico faithfully recreate the look. Inside, the largetraditional kitchen, high ceilings, decorative cornice, breezeways, Dadorail, decorative arches, polished fl ooring and traditional bathroomscomplete the authenticity.


Hutchinson Builders – Northpoint Shopping Centre

Consisting of 7,000m² of retail area and fi ve separate precincts anchored by Coles Supermarket, Northpoint is a new dimension in shopping for North Toowoomba. The client, Hallmark Property,provided Hutchies with an opportunity to create somethingdiff erent with a variety of detailing, concepts and fi nishes that set the project apart. Tilt panel and structural steel have been made tolook unique with a variety of façades and fi nishes with aluminium, face brick, stacked stone and glass all working seamlessly. The quality of the fi nish, effi cient construction time and overallappearance are inviting and noteworthy.

DOWNS &WESTERN


Janke Constructions Pty Ltd – The Ebony

Nelson Janke of Janke Constructions has demonstrated exceptionalconstruction skill, knowledge and vision when creating The Ebony. Atight battle-axe block challenged him to achieve ideal orientation, rear access, privacy, open plan living and energy effi ciency. A clever, split-level design with its technical diffi culty resulted in single-level ceiling heights rising to over three metres in the lower level living areas, which incorporate panoramic glazing and louvered ventilation. Attention to detail, joinery fi nishes and eye-catching features truly make this homea winner.

Housing & Construction AwardsDowns & Western


Specialty

Best Bathroom

Bryant Brothers Building Group Pty LtdTurnbull Street

Best Kitchen

S & S Timmer Constructions Pty LtdSmall House

Construction


J M Kelly (Project Builders) Pty LtdOur Lady of Good Counsel – New GLA Building


$5 million − $20 million

Ivan Johnston & Co Pty Ltd7 Springs Medical & Dental Centre


up to $5 million

Edan Zerbst Builder Pty LtdChinchilla Community Kindergarden



J Hutchinson Pty Ltd – ToowoombaT/A Hutchinson BuildersThe Village Travel Centre


RKL Building & Design Pty LtdRSEA Safety


J Hutchinson Pty Ltd – ToowoombaT/A Hutchinson BuildersNorthpoint Shopping Centre


FK Gardner & Sons Pty LtdHeavy Haulage Transport Depot

Tourism & Hospitality Facilities over $5 million

J Hutchinson Pty Ltd – ToowoombaT/A Hutchinson BuildersTuringa Village


J Hutchinson Pty Ltd – Toowoomba T/A Hutchinson BuildersFairholme Home Ec & Boarding House



Northbuild Construction Pty LtdNewtown IGA



Sommer & Staff Constructions Pty LtdHeritage Bank Head Offi ce Refurbishment


Leighton Contractors Pty LimitedAustralian Pacifi c LNG Water TreatmentFacilities Project

Innovation in Environmental Management

J Hutchinson Pty Ltd – Toowoomba T/A Hutchinson BuildersWoleebee Creek

Civil Contractor of the Year

FK Gardner & Sons Pty LtdGore Highway Redevelopment

Housing


Venchris Constructions Pty LtdT/A Drysdale Platinum Homes248 Platinum


Ambrose Building Pty LtdAmari Design, Bali Theme

Individual Home $276,000 − $375,000

Swish Design & Construct Pty LtdBennett House


Janke Constructions Pty LtdThe Ebony


TS White Builders Pty LtdWhite House


TQ Properties Pty Ltd T/A Millenium Homes QldErhard House

Individual Home $776,000 − $1 million

Downs Designer Homes Pty LtdSt Ives Court

Individual Home $1 million − $2 million

Scott M Shelton T/A Shelton HomesAberdein Place


S & S Timmer Constructions Pty LtdSmall House

Home Renovation/Remodelling Project up

to $275,000

Bryant Brothers Building Group Pty LtdTurnbull Street


$276,000 − $575,000

Ross Hogno ConstructionsBassani


(duplexes)

Arden Vale Homes Pty LtdPNL Units

Low-Rise Multi-Resdiential Housing

(townhouses) up to $1 million

Walker Homes Pty LtdJennifer Crescent


(townhouses) $1 million − $2.5 million

Schriek Building Group Pty LtdOdyssey Villas


(townhouses) over $2.5 million

Northbuild Construction Pty LtdStonewood Villas Stage 1


James Brownlie T/A JP & NA BrownlieM House

David Turton Memorial Award

LA & MM Hancock Builders Pty LtdChants House

Housing & Construction AwardsDowns & Western

Event partners


Housing & Construction Awards

Apprentice and Apprentice Employer of the YearBRISBANE

Jeremy LennonJeremy began his apprenticeship with Eco BuildingServices in December 2010, and since then has beenexposed to a huge variety of carpentry work withinthe building industry. His work colleagues and clients

describe him as a reliable and confi dent young apprentice, with a truepassion for the trade.

ADCO Constructions (Employer of Choice)Adco Constructions’ strong commitment to investing in their people,through their annual intake of building cadets, and investment in continue professional development and team building initiatives, is whatmade them a standout employer this year. Their focus on employees’ health, by providing health and fi tness support through their on-site gym, yoga classes and personal training, as well as their continuing support of the Master Builders Building Leaders Program, makes themthe perfect candidates for this award.

GOLD COASTDavid FitzgeraldDavid began his apprenticeship through a school-basedscheme, reaching completion in late 2013. Throughouthis apprenticeship, David was fortunate to work for a small builder, where he was able to experience everything from the ground up and learn about

innovative building products and techniques. David has now movedonto gaining experience in the commercial sector so he can further advance his trade.

Nicolaas Bruin There is no doubt that it takes commitment to train an apprentice, butNick is no stranger to sharing his knowledge and skills with the nextgeneration. Working alongside his son Steven, Nick is eager to guide any apprentice to become like him – a master of his craft.

SUNSHINE COASTJayden SharpJayden began his apprenticeship with Murphy BuildersQueensland in December 2010, and since then developed into a talented young worker. His skills havegone from strength to strength and he consistently

shows great aptitude in his work.

Murphy Builders Qld Pty LtdMurphy Builders have had a strong commitment to investing in their people since their inception, 30 years ago. Director, Leigh Murphy,provides strong leadership and coaching to the company’s apprentices,and inspires young apprentices to strive for their best every day.

DOWNS & WESTERNKyle SteffensWith broad experience across a wide range of commercial projects, Kyle is nearing completion of his apprenticeship with fl ying colours and well ahead of time. Kyle has demonstrated great commitment,

enthusiasm and energy in undertaking his work role. His currentsupervisor considers him reliable, conscientious, eager, and honest, with leadership potential. The future of the building industry looks very bright with young apprentices like Kyle progressing through the ranks.

FK Gardner & Sons Pty LtdFKG have shown their commitment to the future of our building industry through the development of their apprenticeship training program. Without the support of their project managers and site supervisors this program would fl ounder and it is clear that when a young personwants to achieve, they are willing to give them opportunity. FKG has alsorecognised that training and development does not conclude at the endof an apprenticeship, but rather, it is just the beginning.

Call us now for a quote on your next project.Rob: 0418 748 255 | Fax: 07 3803 3022 | Email: [email protected]

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shells which include engineering, certification, excavation, reinforcing, concrete and plumbing. We offer fixed prices

and two day construction time in most cases, with a network of other licensed pool trades available to you. We can also have excavators, bobcats, tip trucks and

concrete pumps available for hire.


Housing & Construction Awards

Rising Star

Women in Building

BRISBANEPeter LeversPeter’s unwavering commitment to quality and passion forinnovative design is what has earned him this high accolade. As a Director of Bespoke Constructions, Peter’s strongfocus is on providing outstanding customer service and

exemplary quality standards. His great communication skills, matched with intelligent problem solving abilities, made him stand out from the crowd.

GOLD COASTShamus CameronThe judges were impressed by the degree of diffi cultyin the workmanship that Shamus had produced to be considered for this award and felt that it refl ectedthe work of a more seasoned contractor. There’s great

comfort in knowing that such experience and attention to detail in thenext generation will see the industry in good hands.

BURNETT WIDE BAYDirran C K KnightDirran is an up and coming name in the building industry,with a wealth of experience behind him and a business,Knight Constructions Qld, he is extremely proud of. Heis renowned for applying himself 100% to his work, with

his attention to detail, workmanship and customer satisfaction to deliverprojects on time and to budget, earning him this high accolade.

SUNSHINE COASTJarrod L DeanAfter obtaining his builder licence four years ago, Jarrod and his wife decided to work towards starting their ownbusiness. In September 2011 they created SeachangeBuilders and since then have worked tirelessly to make

the business a success. Their loyal client base fi rmly attest to their high quality of workmanship and customer service, and they maintain a safeand happy workplace that they, and their workers, are proud of.

DOWNS & WESTERNJason BryantJason’s development as a Master Builder has been based on a combination of trade, business and organisationalskills. Jason progressed through his apprenticeshipunder the mentorship of a Master Builder, undertook his

qualifi cation for a builder licence through the Master Builders trainingprogram and jumped in, boots and all. He had to learn quickly, develop skills he didn’t possess and transition from tradesman to businessman. With the support of his family, clients and trades, Jason has produced a range of projects that exceed expectations. His star is truly rising!

BRISBANECaroline AndrewsCaroline has worked in the construction industry since2003 and has a deep passion for the industry andachieving success. She has successfully completed smalland medium-sized construction projects, on time and

to budget, most recently in her role as Contract Administrator for FDCConstruction and Fitout. She is an advocate for programs like MATES inConstruction and has a strong ability to recognise team strengths andweaknesses to provide support to her colleagues.

GOLD COASTJulie NuttingJulie has grown her passion for the building industryfrom humble beginnings and is currently undertakingstudies to get her builder licence...all while raising two children at the same time. Starting as a site clerk and

progressing onto contract administrator, Julie is now the Group ProjectsManager for Azzura International Constructions, overseeing up to 500 contractors on various projects.

SUNSHINE COASTJeanette SinglineJeanette has worked in the construction industry for 13years and is currently the Business Manager of Buildmore.In 2009, she was instrumental in the ’Buildmore Womeninto Building Housing Showcase‘, a national initiative

that delivered a sustainable home showcasing the role of women in the building industry. Jeanette has also been involved in rebuilding eff ortsafter major fl oods in south east Queensland and Cyclone Yasi.

DOWNS & WESTERNMichelle Cirson

Michelle Cirson’s gravitation to the construction industry has been dynamic to say the least. Her currentmentor and Northbuild Western Region Manager has described her as professional, consultative, highly effi cient and exceptionally capable, yet grounded in

her work. While working full-time Michelle has undertaken a number of additional academic studies, currently studying a Bachelor of Laws witha construction specialty.


Tackling prostate cancer

Community-based organisation, ManUp! is dedicated to providing support for men affected by prostate cancer and will be hitting the road over the next few months to raise awareness across Queensland.

Health feature

My view was if we remove the prostate, I have the best chance at a cure.

There were many side eff ects and with the nature of what I was facing, the idea of living with incontinence and/or impotence had nomeaning.

My primary goal was looking after my family,and doing whatever I could to beat this disease.

I knew things would be tough, and was prepared for whatever happened.

With my diagnosis and complete lack of knowledge of what a prostate gland was, I started to think about other men in similar positions and realised I was far from alone.

I began talking to other people about men’s health and was shocked at how poorly informed we are about the most basic health issues.

Blokes are like cars; we require good fuel, cleanair, rest and servicing. If we don’t get thesebasic requirements, we will break down.

I decided I wanted to do something to get other men looking after their health, so they would be around to look after their own families.

At the end of March 2009 I underwent surgery. The operation went well, and I spent fi ve days in hospital as recovery was painful and slow – but I was on the mend.

Shortly after surgery I had dinner with friends,Lang and Bev Kidby, at our monthly Fiat Car Clubmeeting. I told them I wanted to travel around Australia in a vintage vehicle, talking to men about their health, in an attempt to get them tolook after their health and raise funds for prostate cancer research. They were keen to be involved!

We restored a 1915 Willys Overland and in 2011, Lang, Bev and I set off on the road aroundQueensland. The tour was a great success as we talked to thousands of people, medical centres and health professionals.

Being a father with two sons, and having gonethrough prostate cancer, I am driven to makesure I teach my boys to live well. My aim isto help raise funds to fi nd a cure for prostatecancer, so my sons and any other father’s sonsdon’t have to suff er from this disease in the future.

Now Lang and I will be setting off in a 1924 Dodge Brothers utility and a 1923 Chevrolet, encouraging men to be more vigilant with their own health, while also raising funds for ManUp! We’ll start at the end of August and will cover 71,500 kilometres around regional Queensland.

Please get behind ManUp! and help us get the nurses out into the community!

Fast fact: 22% of roofers, labourers and plumbers experience back pain, muscle stress and strain from handling materials.

Established in response to the need for dedicated prostate care nurses in hospitals throughoutQueensland, ManUp! recognises the importance of the early detection and treatment of prostatecancer.

ManUp! challenges men to ’man up‘ and overcome the stigma that is associated with proactivelylooking after their own health, as early detection not only saves lives but can also preserve quality of life.

The goal of the Overland Tour will be to raise public awareness for prostate cancer, with the six-week tour committed to reaching men in regional and rural Queensland, who tend to have a 21%higher prostate cancer mortality rate than men in capital cities.

To fi nd out when the Overland Tour will visit your region, visit www.manupqld.com.au

Carl’s storyWhat would make a bloke decide to drive a 1915 Willys Overland around Australia, talking to otherblokes about looking after their health?

“For my boys, and every other proud father’s sons.”

My name is Carl Neilsen. In December 2008, at age 39, I was diagnosed with prostate cancer.

At the time of my diagnosis, my two boys were both under two, so telling my family was one of the hardest things I had to do. The emotion I felt at the time was beyond description, I had to stay composed and be positive. I did my best.

My immediate thought after the news was “How will I make sure my family is OK?”

Secondly, “What the hell is a prostate gland”?

The weeks following my diagnosis, I set about getting all I could in place for my family. Iresearched as much as I could about prostate cancer and the multiple modes of treatment. Mydoctor off ered great advice and helped me make the decision to undergo a radical prostatectomy.

Carl will hit the road soon with his two sons in mind.


Fast four with Phil Breeze

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FAST HEALTH FACTS• One in fi ve men in Queensland will be diagnosed with prostate

cancer in their lifetime

• Prostate cancer claims almost 3,300 lives a year in Australia – this exceeds the number of women who die from breast cancer

• While 78% of women felt well informed about breast cancer, only 52% of men felt informed about prostate cancer

• Younger men are less likely to be diagnosed with prostate cancer but are more likely to die prematurely from it

• More and more men in their 40’s and 50’s are being diagnosed with prostate cancer

• A simple test by a GP can indicate prostate cancer – early detection can be achieved with a PSA (Prostate Specifi c Antigen) blood test

• Men with a family history of prostate cancer may have an increased risk of developing the disease and the Queensland Cancer Council suggests that these men should see their doctor for ongoing management on a yearly basis once they approach 40

• The survival rate for prostate cancer is around 87%

• 66% of Australian men who have had prostate cancer experience side eff ects following treatment which signifi cantly aff ects their quality of life.

A carpenter by trade, Phil Breeze has been part of the Master Builders team for 15 years as our Manager of Housing Services and in-house disputeresolution pro.

With a strong background in fi tness,we sat down with him recently to get his top tips on how he stays fi t andhealthy…even with a desk job!

1. What’s your fi tness background?

I’ve always been interested in sport-related exercise, and when I was younger I was heavily involved in football and boxing.

I learnt that health and fi tness go hand inhand, and this carried me into more than130 amateur boxing fi ghts and led me toa number of Junior titles and a Senior title (featherweight division).

2. How important is it to go and see a

professional if you think something is

wrong with your health?

If there’s pain you NEED to do something about it. Regular check-ups are a must

– we do it for our cars and our tools, so why don’t we do it for our bodies? Professionals see things we don’t or can’t see, so going to see them when necessary is a good approach to everything in life –especially our health.

3. What are some of the best ways to

keep fi t and healthy?

If you’re going to make the eff ort toexercise, it’s important that you ENJOYit! Get out and do something activewith friends, family or colleagues. Having a group around you is the key. You need to have a routine – it’s like building a house; you need to plan.

Exercise is also great for stress – use it asa way to wind down from the pressuresand challenges of day-to-day life.

4. Any dude-food suggestions?

My biggest mantra is “everything inmoderation”. If you’re eating too many of the wrong foods, you’ll notice it eventually…and your workmates might just let you know too! After all, you are what you eat!

Phil Breeze puts Executive Director, Grant Galvin through his paces duringMaster Builders’ weekly personal training session.

Gold Coast driving enthusiasts tackle OzThe streets of Fremantle are a long way from the shores of the Gold Coast, but that didn’t stop local builder, Austen Ritchie and close friend, Rod Wade, from taking on the challenge of driving there and back in just over 100 hours.

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A world record was set in the recent Ocean 2 Ocean Oz Challenge, when they drove the 9,000 kilometres from Surfers Paradise in Queensland to Fremantle in Western Australia, and back again.

Their incredible journey, non-stop across the gruelling Nullarbor, started j y p g gon Tuesday, 3 June, and wrapped up on Saturday, 7 June, taking just shy of 102 hours to complete.

The trip came with many challenges, from a blown head gasket and numerous mechanical diffi culties, to middle-of-the-night fuel stops and the realisation they weren’t going to beat the 100-hour mark.

But it wasn’t in vain – it was all to help raise awareness for kidneyhealth and funds to ensure the Kidney Campervan program quickly becomes a reality.

Each year more Australians die with kidney-related disease than breastcancer, prostate cancer and even road deaths.

Sadly, one in three Australians are at increased risk of kidney diseaseand an estimated 1.7 million Australians over the age of 25 alreadyhave at least one clinical sign of existing kidney disease.

Kidney Kampers are campervans fi tted with dialysis machines, designed to allow people on renal dialysis the freedom to travel awayfrom the hospital on weekends away and short holidays.

Rod and Austen’s dedication to the challenge has seen them raiseRod and Austen s dedication to the challenge has seen them raise awareness and much-needed funds, and their adventure has created a story to tell for many generations to come!

To support their eff orts in the Ocean 2 Ocean Oz challenge, or to

learn more about kidney health, visit their fundraising page at

www.everydayhero.com.au/event/vintageadventurer

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Building better health

Health is a serious issue facing the state’s building and construction industry, withresearch showing our workers are more likely to become obese, develop elevated cholesterol and suff er from high blood pressure than Queensland’s wider adultpopulation.

“Not only do we need a skilled workforce, we need a healthy workforce too,” saysCSQ’s CEO Brett Schimming.

“Paying attention to what you eat, doing some exercise and managing stress pays bigdividends. We all know what we should be doing but it’s easy to slip into bad habitsand if they go unchecked that’s when health problems start to appear.

“Right now I’m training for the MATES in Construction Kokoda Trek and having a big goal like that is a great way to stay motivated with your fi tness and exercise.”

CSQ has compiled a Healthy Habits Fact Sheet for building and construction

workers looking for advice on nutrition, exercise, minimising injuries and dealing

with mental health issues. Check it out at www.csq.org.au

As part of Tradies National Health Month, Construction Skills Queensland (CSQ) is calling on Queensland’s construction workers and employers to place the same importance on health as training and skilling.

Fast fact: 94% of workers reported that they don’t eat enough fruit and/or vegetables


The success of FK Gardner and Sons is built on generations of hardworking and experienced people with strong family values and a commitment to achieving common goals.

They believe their people are the platform to their success and are committed to developing and retaining a dedicated and skilled workforce at all times.

FKG places high value on their employees and have implemented a variety of benefi ts and strategies to reinforce their commitment to a happy, healthy and productive workforce.

All corporate policies and people management strategies are implemented with a focus on promoting the wellbeing of employees and the continuous improvement of the company.

Key benefi ts they off er their team include:

• Healthy, nutritious lunches provided daily

• Fully equipped gymnasiums

• Personal training sessions and fi tness consultations

• Skin cancer checks

• Flu vaccinations

• Opportunities for career development and learning

• Free Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Parental Leave Scheme

• Onsite Early Learning Centre (Head Offi ce)

• Discounted Corporate Health Insurance Memberships

• 10% superannuation.

To learn more about FKG’s healthy work

initiatives, visit www.fkg.com.au

As a health and safety professional or business owner, much of our time is often spent handling the safety aspect of work health and safety, due to the high risk nature of ourindustry.

But with the average worker spending at least eight hours a day at work, and the fact that theconstruction industry rates so high on harmful lifestyle risk factors, it is important to remember that expanding the scope of work health and safety in your business to include health andwellbeing, can provide you with signifi cant benefi ts. Some of the benefi ts include:

• Improved morale, motivation and productivity

• Reducing ill health and absenteeism

• Creating a positive company image

• Reduction in workers’ compensation costs

• Creating a healthy workplace culture.

One of the common pieces of feedback we receive when discussing wellness programs with companies is that, although they would like to implement a program, they don’t have the moneyor time to do so.

Wellness programs don’t need to be complicated or address all of the health issues relevant to your workforce at one time. If a wellness program isachievable, you have a much higher chance of itbeing successful for your workplace.

Start with one health aspect, and go from there.

It’s also benefi cial to incorporate your wellness program into existing activities, such as toolbox talks, staff lunches or existing health and safety initiatives.

It is also important to keep in mind that wellness programs don’t need to be expensive. There are various workplace wellness programs that companies can utilise for free in Queensland,covering a broad range of health issues.

The Workplaces for Wellness Program, which is a Queensland Government initiative, recognises that the workplace is an ideal environment to support healthy lifestyles and improve the health of Queensland workers.

It provides a range of programs to assist workplaces in implementing a wellnessprogram, which are free to access.

By becoming a member of the Workplace forWellness Program, a company is also given

Embracing healthy workplacesAccording to the Australian Department of Health, the construction industry sits higher than the national average when it comes to prevalence of lifestyle risk factors, such as smoking, being overweight or obese and harmful alcohol consumption.

Health featureStephanie Gaylard – Manager Workplace Health & Safety

FK Gardner and Sons

Fast fact: A recent report found that 25% of males in the industry were identifi ed as having a high risk of developing type 2 diabetes


Hutchinson Builders have been working in conjunction with Work Health and Safety Queensland, Queensland Transport, Queensland Department of Health and Griffi th University, to provide multiple health programs to Hutchies workers and the subcontractors engaged on their projects.

The Build for Life program commenced in February 2014, as a Hutchinson Builders initiative funded through The Department of Justice and Attorney General’s Offi ce (WHSQ) High-Risk Industry Work Health Funding Program. As of June 2014 the program has seen the introduction of:

• On-site educational posters around the three identifi ed SNAPO risk factors (healthy eating/nutrition, responsible alcohol consumption and overweight and obesity)

• Healthier vending machine options

• Healthier food option posters highlighting the ’swap it, don't stop it‘ theme targeted at the local food outlets

• Baseline health assessments with follow-up assessments provided at the three month mark

• On-site nutrition workshops informing about portion sizes and macros

• Healthy worker website (in fi nal design phase).

The Toowoomba team have been engaged in the Travel ‘n’ Well program, funded through the Department of Main Roads and Transport. The program has seen the team collate a 2014 activity and event calendar to encourage all staff to participate in a range of activities.

Since March 2013 all Hutchinson Builders’ projects across Queensland have also been engaged in the Hutchies ’Take Your Butt and Stick it Out‘ quit smoking program, in conjunction with the Department of Health and The Quit Line.

The Hutchies Build for Life and Take your Butt & Stick it Out programs are both open

access to over 30 various resources to assist in the implementation of a workplace wellnessprogram. This includes guidance on how toestablish a program and gain managementcommitment, and ideas for various activitiesthat could be implemented.

Some of the free programs that are available include:

Get Healthy Information and Coaching ServiceThis is a free and confi dential phone-basedservice designed to help Queenslanders makepositive lifestyle changes. As a participant of this program, workers will have access to:

• A personal health coach

• 10 free coaching calls over six months

• Free resources to help track their progress.

Learn more at

www.healthwaysaustralia.com.au/gethealthy

The Workplace Quit Smoking ProgramThis program is for Queensland workplaceswith workers in blue collar occupations, suchas construction, who smoke and are interestedin stopping. The program is free and is a good opportunity to support your workers to quitsmoking.

Partners, spouses and family members who livewith workers on the program can participateas well as other employees within your organisation.

Learn more at

www.workplacesforwellness.qld.gov.au

10,000 Steps ProgramThis program can assist you in implementing a program to help your workers become more active during the work day. This is done by providing workers free step-counting pedometers to track their daily physical activity and motivate them to move more regularly throughout the day.

Learn more at www.workplacesforwellness.qld.gov.au

Healthy workplaces can help to make businesses more productive and employees more engaged. Therefore, promoting and supporting health in the workplace is not only common sense, but it makes good business sense too.

Hutchinson Builders – Health Snapshot for 2013–2014

to all Hutchinson Builders employees and subcontractors until the program end date in 2015.

To keep up-to-date with all initiatives

and Hutchies’ health page launch visit

www.hutchinsonbuilders.com.au or the

Hutchinson Builders Facebook page.

GET YOUR BUTT

& STICK IT OUT!

Hutchinson Builders “Stick Your Butts Out”

all Queensland employees and direct subc

access to a 16 week quit smoking program

The program consists of:

regular counselling from the Quitlin

free nicotine replacement therapies

gums and lozengers.

All Hutchies’ staff and subcontractor

this program. Partners and immedia

are also eligible to join.

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For more information, see your Team Safety Champion

today or email [email protected]

STOMACH LARGER THAN IT USED TO CAN YOU STILL SEE YOUR TOES? IF NMIGHT BE TIME TO DO SOMETHING ABO

WHAT CLASSIFIES OBESITY?

For more information, visit www.health.gov.au.

WHAT IS YOUR WAIST RMEASUREMENT?‘There is good evidence that an increase in your waist size increases your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease as well as bowel and the prostate cancer.’

Future disease risk level

Men(Caucasian)

Men (Asian)

Women(Caucasian & Asian)

>94 cm >90cm >80 cm

>102 cm >88 cm

High risk >110 cm >100cm

HERE ARE A FEW EASY STEPS TO PERFORMTHE MEASUREMENT TEST

OVERWEIGHT/OBESITY

3)

4)measurement against

1)

2)

www.health.gov.au 1800 020 103.

5th

Don’t forget to drink plenty of WATER!

You should be consuming a minimum of

2 litres per day. If it’s a hot day on site add an

extra 200-500ml per hour to that.

NUTRITION CAN HELP:TO PROVIDE ENERGY, TO MAINTAIN A HEALTHY BODY

AND TO REDUCE THE RISK OF CHRONIC DISEASE

WILL EATING BETTER HELP?

Eating a varied and balanced diet rich in fresh fruits, vegetables,

dairy products, wholegrain breads and cereals, lean meats and

meat alternatives (eggs, legumes, soy products) will improve

ENERGY levels and BRAIN and BODY FUNCTIONS.www.eatforhealth.gov.au.

• Instead of buying lunch, bring your own – you’ll save

your waistline!• Avoid the pie van! Go for a steak wholegrain sandwich

with salad instead of a meat pie.

grilledd

lemon wedges. Accompany with salad, not hot chips.

• Switch out potato chips for rice crackers (preferably

wholegrain).PUBS – don’t undo all your hard work for one night!

• Drink light beer instead of full strength beer.

• Instead of sugary mixers (even fruit juice), why not try

diet soft drinks or soda water with a wedge of lime?

• Instead of the over the counter chicken parmigiana

fresh salad on the side.BBQ – ahhh the weekend!• Ditch the high fat chips and dips and opt for

vegetable sticks or water crackers with salsa.

Or make your own hummus.chicken skewers threaded with

wedges of colourful veggies.• Trim all visible fat and skin from

meat and chicken before grilling.

HEALTHY EATING

WHAT ARE THE FOOD GROUPS?

EAT IN SMALL AMOUNTS

Always ask if there is a healthy option available

HOW MUCH SHOULD I EAT?

Do you want to know more? If so, start by talking with your site

HSO, Hutchinson Builders Team Safety Champion, or you local

GP. For further information www.eatforhealth.gov.au or call

National Health & Medical Research Council 1300 064 672.

Reduce your intake of alcohol and caffeine >

T ARE THE FOOD GROUPS?

MUCH SHOULD I EAT?

BREADS/GRAINS

6–11

FATS = sparingly

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Fast fact: The report also found 33% had high blood pressure and were 45% more likely to develop cardiovascular disease


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Master Builders rises to the challenge of Kokoda

The nine-day trek is a joint venture byConstruction Skills Queensland (CSQ),MATES in Construction, Cribhut and AuroraAdventures, to raise awareness about suicideprevention in the construction industry.

Master Builders is proud to have a team of fourparticipating, including Executive Director, Grant Galvin, Regional Manager Mackay & Whitsunday, Malcolm Hull, and Executive members, Ralf Dutton and Martin Brooke.

Here’s what they had to say about taking upthe challenge...

Grant Galvin – Executive Director

MATES in Construction is one of the mostworthy, not-for-profi t organisations I have everhad the pleasure of being involved with.

The fact that all the proceeds raised by MIC,including those from this trek, go directly to supporting suicide prevention in our

The inaugural MATES in Construction Kokoda Trek will take place on 5–14 September 2014.

industry means that this is a venture we, as an organisation, need to support.

Also, I particularly like walking in the bush and it sounded like a good idea at the time.

I feel proud to have signed up a team of fourfrom Master Builders, including myself – it’s much easier to encourage people to raise money when you have to also do it yourself too!

Not only is it a good cause for our industry, butthe Kokoda Track is one of the most historicallyand culturally important places in the historyof our nation. This is a place where Australian forces fought and died during one of the moststrategically important battles of World WarII. Had many of them not made the ultimate sacrifi ce on the Kokoda Trail, it is diffi cult toimagine what the world would now look like.

In preparation for the challenge I am doing lots of running, and recently completed the Gold Coast Marathon. I’ve now turned my attention to walking up lots of large hills, such as MtNebo and Mt Coot-tha.

My aim is to raise at least $5,000 personally, and at least $20,000 on behalf of all MasterBuilders participants.

This is our industry and if we can save just one life through raising our target of $100,000 to put on another fi eld worker, then we are successful.


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Malcolm Hull – Regional Manager

Mackay & Whitsunday

This is something I have wanted to do formany years. I’ve been interested in Australianmilitary history for a long time and being ableto experience the Kokoda Track in a muchfriendlier environment will give me a very small taste of the hardship these men endured.

To feel the presence of real heroes and youngmen who sacrifi ced their life for us, and beingpart of a generation that will never knowfi rsthand what they went through, will besomething very special.

It gives me a strong sense of pride to know that I will be representing Master Buildersand playing my part in raising vital funds forMATES in Construction. This money is going toassist in preventing suicide and mental illness – something we see far too often in the industry we work for, in and with.

A challenge like this is sure to at times be like aphysical and emotional roller coaster. However, it’s important to remember that lifelong friends are made on these adventures, through helping others and of course being helped atsome point. Hopefully not too often.

I am determined to not let my fi tness holdme back. I have been doing a boot campthree days a week for two years and have now stepped it up to 5km+ walks over hills every other day with a 10kg back pack, just tokeep my feet on the ground. Running is alsobecoming part of my training routine and I have surprised myself by how much I amenjoying it all. The alarm going off at 4.45amevery day is now the norm. My wife has beenjoining me in the training and also enjoying it.

My goal is to raise $5,000, but I think this can easily be passed and I would love to go as faras possible.

Any donation, large or small, is greatly appreciated as it all goes to a fabulous cause. If we can help just one person return home from work to their family and friends, and prevent atragedy, we’ll have played our part for a happy outcome.

Thank you to all involved for this opportunity –I will give everything I can to help achieve anoutcome that satisfi es my long-term wishes,and the happy and positive futures of asmany people in the building and constructionindustry.

Ralf Dutton – Executive member

(Chairman of Housing)

It took me a while to come round to undertaking this challenge, but I eventuallydecided that the cause was just too important for me not to partake.

Our industry is facing some hard times, andin Cairns it has been tough for quite a while. Professionally, I need to do something that is harder than this, so that when I return I can feel better off , look at my business through diff erent eyes and be fi tter for the future.

Personally, it means I can give something back to our industry and be part of a committed group who are showing their support forpeople just like us, who may be feelingoverwhelmed by an industry that at times canappear cold and unforgiving.

I also had two uncles serve in Papua NewGuinea during World War II. One kept theplanes fl ying there and the other was a forwardradio scout. Working in groups of three he had many stories of being caught in the middle of the jungle and hiding under a bridge while the enemy passed overhead. I’m sure that this trip will give me a better understanding of their past.

To prepare I’m looking for all the tips theprofessionals can give me. I have done longwalks before and been in some running events but nothing like this. So I’ll be following the program as best as I can, as well as keeping in close touch and comparing notes with myfellow team mates.

This is my fi rst attempt at fundraising andI’ve only been a donor before, so it’s all newto me. I’ve already been telling people aboutthe cause and letting them know that I will be following them up in the near future.

If anyone is thinking of donating, just give amoment to take in what this is actually for. It’s not to feed, clothe or shelter anyone. It’s toprovide support when it is thought there isnone. It’s to provide contact when it appearsthat nobody wants to listen. Nobody chooses to be completely alone, fi nding coping toohard and feeling numbed to life – but it doeshappen. There are too many silently hurtingout there and being able to help reverse this is a grand achievement.


Martin Brooke – Executive member

(Treasurer)

Like so many opportunities in life, thischallenge was all about timing. When the callfor volunteers came through, my wife and I were in the middle of an Outback ExtravaganzaHoliday trip travelling from Adelaide to Darwinand had just completed a strenuous walk around Kings Canyon. My family had littleknowledge about the history of the Kokoda Trail, so that night I told them as much as I knew, realising there were many gaps in my knowledge as well. The following morning, when questioned as to whether I was seriouslyconsidering the challenge, I responded –

“bloody oath I am.”

I think back to shortly after I graduated withmy building degree in the UK, when I was thrown onto a reclamation site in industrial Manchester. I was petrifi ed, but I needn’thave worried because the troops on site took me under their wing and taught me more about the building industry than I had ever been taught at university. However, more importantly they taught me about mateshipand how sites worked, and how everyone worked together for each other because everyone on site had a part to play in theproject.

The Kokoda Challenge gives me theopportunity to repay all the mates that I have

met on site through my time in the industryand, in some small way, help those that mayneed a helping hand themselves.

As I am now in my fi fth decade of working inthe construction industry, I’ve learnt you can’ttake shortcuts and you only get out whateveryou put in. This will be what will get methrough training.

I am very fortunate to live in Townsville, with The Strand on my front doorstep andCastle Hill at the backdoor. Castle Hill is 286m high and has a road leading to its summit. Allaround the hill there are numerous walkingtracks that climb very steeply to meet theroad close to the summit. I trek the road when it’s dark and the walking tracks in daylight. Currently I am managing one or the otherevery day. The plan is to now start carrying a rucksack and gradually increase the load.

This will be the testing time to see if I need apersonal porter!

The construction industry is all about people andhow they interact. It is an industry that needspeople; site work simply cannot be automated.

Unfortunately, the pressures in our industryand life in general have given rise to more stress and challenges. However, what hasn’tchanged is that all employees still need nurturing and the younger members of ourindustry have even more challenges than most.

By donating to our Kokoda Challenge, you canhelp us assist MATES in Construction with theireven greater challenge in reducing suicide in our industry.

To show your support for the Kokoda

Challenge and donate to the cause, visit

www.mateskokodatrek.gofundraise.com.au

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Kokoda training commences in earnest

A Sunday morning bushwalk at Brisbane’s Mount Coot-tha was only a hint of what liesahead in the mountainous jungle of Papua New Guinea later this year.

Accompanied by their families and supporters, CSQ’s Mount Coot-tha walk for trekkersmarked the start of a gruelling 12-week training program before they head to PortMoresby in September.

After a safety briefi ng by trek organisers, Aurora Adventures, walkers headed towards the summit. The early part of the walk was relatively easy and proved popular, withthe second half providing a taste of what lies ahead for the trekkers, with steep slopes proving a challenge.

Heading downhill, trekkers had every incentive to make it back quickly with the BBQsmoke drifting up through the eucalyptus trees. The boys from the CFMEU were doing agreat job with the sausage sizzling and long-time supporters BUSSQ had plenty of cold drinks on hand to refresh thirsty trekkers.

It was a great start to the ‘Trek for Tradies’ with family, friends and supporters comingtogether to get trekkers motivated – not that any of them needed it judging by thesmiles all around.

Gruelling training still lies ahead, all with the aim of raising $100,000 to support MATES’ work.

For more information visit matesinconstruction.com.au/Kokoda-trail-trek or call

Aurora Adventures on 1300 158 468.

A beautiful Queensland winter’s day greeted Kokoda trekkers and their mates for their fi rst training session.

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How to nail diet, lifestyle and wellbeing

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Article supplied by the Australian Physiotherapy Association

Diet and lifestyle play a major part in your family, social and professional life and your overall wellbeing. Making a couple of changes can immediately make a big diff erence to how you feel.

Here are some tips toward better health and feeling great:

Exercise• Make 30 minutes of exercise (minimum) part of your daily lifestyle

• Stretching – make sure you warm up before and cool down after exercise

• Regular exercise reduces stress, promotes better sleep behaviour, increases energy and is great for your heart.

Eating healthy• A nutritious and balanced diet is vital in allowing the body to

function at its best

• Cut down on alcohol intake – overuse can increase feelings of depression

• Eat two pieces of fruit and fi ve serves of vegetables every day

• Limit fast food and food with high sugar and salt

• Ditch the sugary, fi zzy drinks – make water your drink of choice.

Healthy mind• Balance family and work life

• Develop and maintain relationships with people around you who will support and enrich your life

• Take time to relax

• Have interests outside of work. Set aside time for activities, hobbies and projects you enjoy

• Keep learning – this will keep your mind healthy and active. Read books, or learn a new sport, language, or musical instrument.

For more information go to www.tradieshealth.com.au

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Protect your hearingArticle supplied by the Australian Physiotherapy Association

Keeping your hearing healthy is largelyabout knowing how much loud sound you’re exposed to.

A ‘noise diet’ can protect your hearing fromfuture problems.

Most cases of deafness are caused by damage to the tiny hair cells in the inner ear. Thisdamage can be the result of too much noise,and it’s permanent.

The key to keeping your hearing intact is to avoid loud noise. The louder the sound, the less time you can safely listen to it. Just because a sound isn’t annoying doesn’t makeit safe. Noisy occupations, such as working infactories or on roadworks, used to be the most common cause of hearing problems. Now, it’s also recreational loud noise, especially fromMP3 players, such as iPods, and noisy clubs andmusic gigs.

That’s thought to be why hearing loss is increasingly aff ecting younger people.

Are you exposed to too much noise?You can lose some hearing after being exposed to loud noise for too long, such as by standing close to speakers at a nightclub, or after a shortburst of explosive noise, such as fi reworks.

If you work, or frequently spend time, in a noisyplace or listen to loud music a lot, you could belosing your hearing without even realising it.

The best way to avoid developing noise-induced hearing loss is to keep away from loudnoise as much as you can.

Here’s a guide to some typical noise levels(measured in decibels, or dB). The higher the number, the louder the noise. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) says noise levels above 105dB can damage your hearing if enduredfor more than 15 minutes each week. Butlower levels, such as between 85dB and 90dBcan also cause permanent damage if you’re exposed to them for hours every day.

• Normal conversation: 60–65dB

• A busy street: 75–85dB

• Lawn mower/heavy traffi c: 85dB

• Forklift truck: 90dB

• Hand drill: 98dB

• Heavy lorry about seven metres away: 95–100dB

• Motorbikes: 100dB

• Disco/nightclub/car horn: 110dB

• MP3 player on loud: 112dB

• Chainsaw: 115–120dB

• Rock concert/ambulance siren: 120dB

How loud is too loud?The risk of damage to your hearing is based on two factors: how loud and for how long.

Experts agree that continued exposure to noiseat or above 85dB over time can cause hearing loss. You’ve been listening too loudly or for toolong if you have ringing in your ears or dullhearing after listening to loud music. However,you may still be damaging your hearing even if you don’t have these symptoms.

If loud music ever causes pain in your ears, leavethe room or turn it down immediately. Withoutnoise-measuring equipment, it is impossible totell what noise level you are being exposed to.So, a handy rule of thumb is that if you can’t talk to someone two metres away without shouting, the noise level could be damaging.

Top tips for safer listening• Don’t put up with work noise. Talk to your

HR department

• Wear ear protection

• Give your ears time to recover after they’vebeen exposed to loud noise

• Be careful in the car – listening to musicin a confi ned space increases the risk of hearing damage

• Turn down the music. Use the 60:60 rule.Listen to your music at 60% of the MP3 player’s maximum volume for no more than 60 minutes a day.

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Health feature

5 tips for better sleepSleep expert John Toomey shares how to get a restful night’s sleep – every night.

Article originally published in be.magazine.

Falling asleep at work? Getting a more rejuvenating sleep at night is one of the best ways to improve your energy levels and get more out of life – not to mention that sleep deprivation costs Australia an estimated $5.1 billion annually in lost productivity.

The good news is, better sleep is more achievable than you might think.

We had a chat with sleep specialist John Toomey, who shared some of his gems of wisdom about why we’re all so tired and how to get a more restorative night’s rest…

John's top tips1. Stay well hydrated.

Being well hydrated is very important for good sleep. Thirst refl ex is intended to let us know when we need to drink. A lot of people have lost their thirst refl ex, and that could be one of the reasons why people wake up at night without any particular reason they are aware of – because they are dehydrated. Adults should drink around one litre of water per 25kg of their body weight. However, if they’re exercising the water amount should be increased.

2. Create a cool, dark sleeping space.

Try to create an optimal sleep environment. Airing your bedroom before going to sleep is always benefi cial.

3. Make sure you’re not too full.

Refrain from having a big meal around three hours before going to sleep.

4. Unwind with music.

Try listening to calming music before going to sleep – nature sounds tend to be a great sleep remedy.

5. Meditate before bed.

If you haven’t gotten into practising mindfulness and are having problems with falling asleep, maybe that’s something that could work for you. Focusing your attention on the present moment proves to be an eff ective method of calming your mind, which could be helpful in letting you fall asleep.

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Following announcements in the 2014 Federal Budget, the second of several incremental increases to the compulsory employer superannuation contribution took effect from 1 July 2014.

Companies should now be contributing a compulsory 9.5% of ordinary time earningsto an employee’s complying super fund orretirement savings account.

Despite previous budget announcements,the superannuation rate of 9.5% will remainuntil 30 June 2018, after which it is set to increase by 0.5% each year until it reaches 12% in 2022–23.

In order to allow employers to budget for the changes, the Super Guarantee (SG) increaseswill now be phased in over a longer period with minimum compulsory contributions anticipated to be as follows:

Year commencingMinimum SG

contribution

9.5%

1 July 2015 9.5%

1 July 2016 9.5%

1 July 2017 9.5%

1 July 2018 10%

1 July 2019 10.5%

1 July 2020 11%

1 July 2021 11.5%

1 July 2022 12%

Contributions will continue to be calculatedon ordinary time earnings with contribution payments remaining due on the 28th day of each quarter (that is, by 28 October, 28 January,28 April and 28 July).

Ordinary Time Earnings (OTE) In calculating your super liability it is importantto ensure you are familiar with what to include(and exclude) in your OTE calculation. OTEgenerally consists of what an employee is paid for their ordinary hours of work, includingcertain allowances, commissions, lump sum payments and paid leave. A summary of common allowances and payments can be found to the right.

Payments to an employee in relation to salary or wages or OTE? Salary or wages? OTE?

Awards and agreements

Ordinary hours Yes Yes

Overtime hours – award stipulates ordinary hours to be worked and employee works additional hours for which they are paidovertime rates

Yes No

Agreement supplanting award removes distinction between ordinary hours and other hours

Yes Yes

No ordinary hours of work stipulated Yes Yes

Casual employee –

Shift-loadings Yes Yes

Overtime payments Yes No

Piece-rates – no ordinary hours of work stipulated Yes Yes

Allowances

Allowance by way of unconditional extra payment Yes Yes

Expense allowance expected to be fully expended No No

Retention allowance Yes Yes

Payment of expenses

Reimbursement No No

Petty cash No No

Reimbursement of travel costs No No

Payments for unfair dismissal No No

Workers’ compensation –

Returned to work Yes Yes

Not working No No

Leave payments

Annual leave Yes Yes

Parental leave – maternity, paternity and adoption leave No*

Ancillary leave – e.g. jury duty, defence forces reserves leave No* No

Termination payments

Termination payments –

In lieu of notice Yes Yes

Unused annual leave Yes No

Bonuses

Performance bonus Yes Yes

Bonus labelled as ex-gratia, but in respect of ordinary hours of work Yes Yes

Christmas bonus Yes Yes

Bonus in respect of overtime only Yes No

*These payments are specifi cally excluded from being ‘salary or wages’ for superannuation guarantee purposes; however, they may be ‘salary or wages’ for income tax purposes.

For more information, contact Master Builders Workplace Relations team on 3225 6407 or

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Employment & wagesMikki Richardson – Senior Workkplaccee RRelations Advisor


Wage rates have increasedThe Fair Work Commission has issued its 2014 minimum wage decision, with Master Builders’ new wage circulars now available online.

The decisionThe Fair Work Commission has increased the adult minimum wage by$18.70 per week or 50 cents per hour (on the basis of a 38-hour week).The national minimum wage will now be $640.90 per week or $16.87 per hour. The decision took eff ect from the fi rst pay period on or after 1 July2014.

Modern award wages and allowancesIn addition to the increase to the national minimum wage, the Fair Work Commission has increased modern award wages by 3%, with weeklywages rounded to the nearest 10 cents. In addition, most (but not all)allowances have increased, eff ective 1 July 2014.

ApprenticesAs a result of the transition from state awards to modern awards, apprentices in Queensland will continue to be paid according to their

business/employer history. The amount of wages and operative date of wages will diff er depending on whether a business is a company, sole trader or partnership, and when the business was established.

What if I currently pay over the award?The Master Builders wage circulars identify minimum wages only andif you are already paying above the relevant minimum wage rates, absorption of the wage increase may automatically occur and noadjustment may be necessary.

What if I currently pay under an enterprise agreement?You may have an obligation to increase the wage rates contained in your enterprise agreement as a result of the minimum wage decision. The legislation is clear that the base rate of pay under any enterpriseagreement must not be less than the rates payable under the relevant modern award.

Wage circulars now availableComprehensive wage circulars detailing the increase inwages and allowances are available online atwww.masterbuilders.asn.au/wagecirculars

For more information, please contact Master Builders on 3225 6407.

Employment & wagesMikki Richardson – Senior Workplace Relations Advisor

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New WorkCover industry ratesWorkCover Queensland recently released its industry rates to apply for the 2014–15 fi nancial year.

The rates are based on actuarial costs to maintain the ongoing fi nancial viability of the fundand are based on the claims experience and cost of claims directly linked to the building andconstruction industry.

Employers can obtain a forecast for their own premium costs by calling WorkCover Queensland on 1300 362 128.

Across the board, the industry’s average premium rate has reduced by 17%. This is an outstandingresult for the industry and refl ects the benefi t from a range of legislative changes as well as an improved performance from the fund.

These new rates make Queensland the lowest average rate in Australia and is evidence of thefund’s transformation into Australia’s best performing workers’ compensation insurer.

Other improvements announced include a simplifi ed premium model for employers who pay$1.5 million or less in wages by capping annual variances in premium rates at 10%, providingstability and protecting small employers from premium costs for expensive one-off claims.

For more information visit WorkCover Queensland’s website or call Master Builders on 3225 6407.

Employment & wagesDean Cameron – Principal Workplace Relations Advisor

WorkCover Industry Classifi cation (WIC) Code 2013–14 2014–15 % change $ change

Air conditioning & heating services 323302 $3.062 $2.748 -10.255% -$0.314

Bricklaying services 322209 $6.039 $5.312 -12.038% -$0.727

Carpentry services 324202 $6.597 $5.631 -14.643% -$0.966

Concreting services 322108 $6.039 $5.312 -12.038% -$0.727

Demolition 321243 $10.319 $8.697 -15.719% -$1.622

Electrical services 323212 $1.594 $1.280 -19.699% -$0.314

Fire & security alarm installation services 323403 $1.948 $1.620 -16.838% -$0.328

Glazing services 324516 $3.851 $3.449 -10.439% -$0.402

Harbour & river works 310926 $3.879 $3.427 -11.652% -$0.452

Hire of construction machinery with operator 329207 $3.222 $2.677 -16.915% -$0.545

House construction 301116 $2.726 $2.437 -10.602% -$0.289

Land development & subdivision 321107 $1.141 $0.994 -12.883% -$0.147

Landscape construction services 329117 $3.968 $3.464 -12.702% -$0.504

Non-residential building construction 302016 $2.852 $2.330 -18.303% -$0.522

Other building installation services 323919 $3.267 $2.748 -15.886% -$0.519

Other construction services n.e.c. 329916 $5.361 $4.241 -20.892% -$1.120

Other heavy & civil engineering construction 310915 $2.502 $1.982 -20.783% -$0.520

Other residential building construction 301904 $2.852 $2.330 -18.303% -$0.522

Painting & decorating services 324404 $4.309 $3.899 -9.515% -$0.410

Plastering & ceiling services 324101 $5.058 $4.468 -11.665% -$0.590

Plumbing services 323109 $3.565 $2.972 -16.634% -$0.593

Power & telecommunications infrastructure 310959 $2.439 $2.049 -15.990% -$0.390

Road & bridge construction 310105 $2.502 $1.982 -20.783% -$0.520

Roofi ng services 322301 $6.039 $5.312 -12.038% -$0.727

Sewerage & reticulation works 310948 $3.879 $3.427 -11.652% -$0.452

Site preparation services 321219 $3.222 $2.677 -16.915% -$0.545

Structural steel erection services 322413 $6.039 $5.312 -12.038% -$0.727

Tiling & carpeting services 324314 $3.460 $2.944 -14.913% -$0.516

Fast fact: Construction remains one of the most high-risk industries in the state, according to WorkSafe.


Building & planningKaren Haworth – Manager Planning Services

Brisbane City Plan 2014 – Assessment of dwelling houses

The Brisbane City Plan (City Plan) 2014 came into effect on 30 June 2014 and includes two new tools that will assist with dwelling assessments.

The City Plan includes two online interactive planning tools – ePlan, anelectronic version of City Plan, and interactive mapping, providing easy access to what requirements might aff ect your development.

Assessment of dwelling housesThe new City Plan triggers the assessment of dwelling houses by using the Dwelling house character overlay. The assessment of new housesand extensions, in most cases, will not need a development applicationbut will need to be assessed by a building certifi er.

Therefore, if you comply with all acceptable outcomes of the dwelling house code or dwelling house (small lot) code your new house orextensions will be self-assessable.

However, if you do not meet the criteria set out in the applicable codesyou will have to lodge a development application with council.

You should also be mindful that the City Plan does make some newhouses and renovations assessable developments. Council applies theseprovisions to residential areas through the Dwelling house characteroverlay. In other zones, a dwelling house is assessable on the basis of theland use in that zone.

The codes for an overlay or neighbourhood plan must be considered inyour development application if they apply to your site. It is also goodpractice to do a search on the property to establish what requirementsmight aff ect it. You can fi nd this on the Brisbane City Council website – www.brisbane.qld.gov.au.

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Townsville rewards charitable builder

Townsville locals, David and Karen Reeves, havebeen in the business for many years, having owned and operated Reeves Constructions(Qld) Pty Ltd since 1991.

Their involvement with the Ronald McDonaldHouse North Queensland recently earned them two acknowledgements at the 2014 TownsvilleChamber Business Awards, with Reeves Constructions taking home the Endeavour Foundation Business Community Award and the dChamber Champion Award.

David and Karen fi rst became involved with Ronald McDonald House North Queensland in2000, having had a long business association with local McDonalds owners, George and Lorraine Colbran, through the construction of their home in 1990.

In 2000, George and Lorraine worked tirelessly with Queensland Health to negotiate a parcelof land close to the new Townsville Hospital,on which to construct the Ronald McDonald House. The land was granted, along with water, power and sewer services, and the planning process began.

The vision for such a facility outside of Brisbaneand other capital cities was previously unheard of, and it was soon to be a reality in Townsville.

The model was to provide a 12-roomaccommodation building, administration andan amenities building to support the familiesof seriously ill children from across NorthQueensland who needed to be cared for at theTownsville hospital.

The entire design package was provided without a dollar spent in consulting fees – a

North Queensland member, Reeves Constructions, came up trumps at the recent Townsville Chamber of Commerce Awards – but not without the hard work and determination of a dedicated community.

Members

achieved a saving of over $500,000, withStage One reaching completion in September2004.

However, the success and demand of thehouse resulted in a need for Stage Two to be developed and in 2011 the familiar faces of thedesign team put their hands up to be involvedwithout hesitation. Xstrata (now Glencore) also provided a huge boost to the project with a$1 million community grant.

Once again the local construction industry rallied together and provided very generous support – another saving of $500,000.

“Given that businesses were in the grips of the GFC it was astounding to see the generosityof the industry. Such is the high regard of the Ronald McDonald House organisation in the community,” David said.

“For us, it’s been a pleasure to be involved with this institution and share, with all those whohave given and continue to contribute, the pride and satisfaction achieved by assisting such a worthy cause.

“Ronald McDonald House North Queensland provides a home away from home for so many families when their loved ones are sick andneeding the attention and love that can only be achieved by being there with them.

“It is truly the house that Townsville’s love built.”

Congratulations to Reeves Constructions on their win and for their valuable contributionsto the North Queensland community.

If you’re interested in supporting families

of seriously ill children through Ronald

McDonald House Charities in Queensland,

please contact Brad Hastewell on 0428 000

987 or 4775 5600 or visit www.rmhc.org.au

for more information.

huge contribution from a range of local businesses.

David and Karen were also paramount ininspiring their own subcontractors, suppliers and others in the community to dig deep. Their extensive network rallied together electricians, concreters, carpenters and the like, to kindlydonate valuable time, skills and goods to theproject.

“On a Friday afternoon it was an amazing sight to see so many tradespeople turning up at the Ronald McDonald House to contribute sowillingly and generously,” David refl ects.

“It brought such a spirit of community as they all worked side-by-side for such a worthwhilecause for the Townsville community.”

With the level of support received from the trade contractors and suppliers, the project

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Precast concrete utilisation in multi-rise concrete buildings

The qualitative and quantitative research by Cement Concrete & Aggregates Australia(CCAA) has found that the design and construction sector has utilised innovationand technology to make Australian concreteframed construction among the most cost eff ective and effi cient in the world1.

However most of the technologyadvancements in multi-rise structures have focused on the in-situ concrete constructionmethod, and to some extent the utilisation of precast concrete has been overlooked.

Construction research undertaken byrepresentative bodies in the United Kingdomand Europe suggest that multi-rise structuresbenefi t from the thoughtful integration of bothprecast concrete and in-situ concrete.

Undertaking work on behalf of the UK concreteindustries, Goodchild and Glass2 propose that “Combining the two by adopting hybrid techniques gives even greater speed, qualityand overall economy.”

In Australia, precast is not commonly used inthe framing structure of multi-rise commercialbuildings over 10 storeys high. In lower heightcommercial buildings however, examples of precast building frames can be readily found.

Hughes and Crisp3 outline the history andgrowing use of such structures in Melbourne, citing the reduction of on-site labour

and speed advantages of off -site precastmanufacture as the principal drivers for this form of construction. CCAA case study-basedresearch would suggest the following reasons as best explaining these observations:

• Minimising crane time is a construction,economic and speed imperative thatincreases with increasing building height

• Minimising crane dependence is viewedby builders as minimising risk. The risk istwofold – lost days due to high wind speedsshutting down safe crane operations, andthe bottleneck eff ect on moving materials required for fi tting out the building that are also relying on crane movement

• Full moment connections between precastelements are time consuming and costlyto construct. With increasing height,structures invariably require the columns and fl oors to act in frame action to resistlateral loads rather than rely totally on the service core to resist all lateral loads.In lower height structures all precast connections can be treated as simplepinned connections which are relatively faster to construct and less costly.

In multi-rise buildings of all heights, precast iscommonly used in the construction of facade walling which is typically non-load bearing. Infacade work, precast concrete has the well-deserved reputation of being able to produce

Multi-rise buildings in Australia are overwhelmingly constructed with concrete framed structures, with recent research suggesting that including precast concrete methods could make Australian construction even more cost effective and effi cient

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high quality architecturally expressive surface fi nishes. In residential multi-rise buildingsprecast is also frequently used for internal walls and columns.

Benefi ts of precast concrete in multi-rise buildingsFrom the preceeding discussion, it follows thatincorporating precast concrete into the designof a multi-rise building can add considerable value as long as its strengths are utilised whilemanaging the potential challenges of cranetime and connection detailing. The followinglist summarises the potential benefi ts of most signifi cance to multi-rise construction:

• Construction speed gains that fl ow fromoff -site prefabrication

• Reduction of the amount of formwork required for the project which can be aconstruction speed constraint

• Precast concrete fl oors reduce the amountof propping required, and require no formwork or the associated false work.The resultant access for following trades is improved, allowing fl oor fi t-outs to be completed earlier and more effi ciently

• High quality architectural surface fi nishesare possible, which has most relevance tofacades. (Utilising concrete’s high thermal mass in the building fabric can greatlyenhance the building’s energy effi ciency)

• For buildings that typically have a largeamount of walls, for example hotels and residential apartments, there may be construction speed gains in utilising precast walls

• In order to obtain these benefi ts inmulti-rise construction projects, it is advisable that early consultation take place between the precast concrete supplier,builder and engineer.

Project examplesThere are numerous project examples inAustralia which demonstrate the value that can be provided by utilising precast concrete inmulti-rise construction. The following projects are a small selection that demonstrate thebenefi ts described above in a real project context.

Fourteen-storey Santos offi ce building,

Adelaide: Precast concrete fl oors

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The precast fl ooring system was selected by Hindmarsh design and construct project team as the lowest cost solution to achieve the keyproject criteria of a 3,525mm fl oor-to-fl oor height and large clear fl oorswithout column intrusions. The resulting combination of in-situ concrete and precast concrete construction provided an optimal mix in terms of speed and cost for the structure.

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A similar example of the use of precast fl ooring from the residentialapartment building sector is provided by Billinger and Tsoukalas5. The 12-storey Liberty Towers utilises a total precast concrete fl oor structure consisting of prestressed precast band beams supporting prestressedprecast hollowcore fl oor planks.

Extensive use of precast walls is also employed in the project, withthe principal decision drivers for the use of precast being speed of construction and allowing an earlier commencement of unit fi t-outs. The use of precast on this project is cited as making a substantial reductionin holding costs to the developer.

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The speed gains resulting from this strategy were achieved by removing the forming of columns from the critical time path. A unique connection detailing system employed on the project

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enabled seamless precast erection. Simple and effi cient connection detailing that works well in the construction phase is critical for precast concrete vertical elements to realise theirpotential speed gains.

Westin Hotel, 1 Martin Place Sydney:

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Sydney’s GPO building was re-developed by the Grollo Group into a mixed use commercial, hotel and retail complex and completed in mid-1999. The project was completed on time, notwithstanding the delays from unusually heavy rain. The project features 6,500m² of high end architectural polished precast concrete facades which are load bearing, aswell as extensive internal load bearing precast walls. A full case study is provided by Hanson Precast7.

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ConclusionResearch by CCAA has found that the popularity of concrete framed structures in the Australian multi-rise building sector is largely due to the presence of innovation and technology in the in-situ concrete constructionindustry. Precast concrete has not enjoyed thesame level of utilisation in this market sector,however has many potential benefi ts whenintegrated in an optimised mixed constructionphilosophy. International studies in hybridconstruction provide a useful framework formaximising value of the frame structure by the inclusion of precast concrete.

The use of precast concrete in the framing of multi-rise structures over 10 storeys high is expected to increase with time due to its benefi ts of speed, reduction of formwork andassociated propping, and facilitating earlier fl oor fi t-outs. Recent project examples show that precast fl oor systems, columns andwalls may all be value-adding inclusions for particular projects.

This article is based on Innovation and Trendsin Multi-rise Concrete Construction, by TAD Glasby delivered at the Australasian Structural Engineering Conference (ASEC), 26–27 June 2008, Melbourne, Australia

References1. ‘Costing study confi rms concrete’s competitive edge’ Concrete Concepts Costing Study, Cement

Concrete & Aggregates Australia, 2007, www.ccaa.com.au.

2. 2 Goodchild CH and Glass J ‘Best practice guidance for concrete hybrid construction’ London: TheConcrete Centre; 2004, www.concretecentre.com.

3. Hughes S and Crisp BE ‘Structural precast concrete in Melbourne Australia’ In: Proceedings, Concrete Institute of Australia 23rd biennial conference, Concrete 07 – Design, materials and construction,Sydney, 2007.

4. ‘Concrete framing overcomes Adelaide’s strict building height regulations’. Concrete Concepts Case Study 07, 2007, www.ccaa.com.au.

5. Billinger M and Tsoukalas N ‘Adelaide’s largest building – Liberty Towers Holdfast Shores’ In:Proceedings, Concrete Institute of Australia 23rd biennial conference, Concrete 07 – Design,materials and construction, Sydney; 2007.

6. ‘Raptis Group manages risk with concrete framing’ Concrete Concepts Case Study 02, 2007, www.ccaa.com.au.

7. ‘No.1 Martin Place The Westin Hotel’ Hanson Precast, 2005, www.hansonpc.biz.

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eDocs currently boasts over 45 products in a system that helps you manage your contracts andsupporting documents with ease and confi dence. Along with the WHS Management Plan, other latest additions include the Safe Work Method Statement and supporting documents to both of these key products.

Learn how you can save time and money with eDocs by attending your local Industry Update, which will include an introductory session on how to use the WHS Management Plan.

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Region Date

Brisbane 6 August 2014

Ipswich 7 August 2014

Gympie 19 August 2014

Toowoomba 25 August 2014

Sunshine Coast 27 August 2014

Hervey Bay 2 September 2014

Rockhampton 2 September 2014

Mackay 3 September 2014

Townsville 9 September 2014

Gold Coast 23 September 2014

Cairns 30 September 2014

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New homes now on display at Springfi eld Lakes

The new village features 17 Master Buildersmembers, with 23 quality homes on display,off ering a variety of styles to suit any taste or budget.

It features one and two-storey homes that range from entry-level designs with the fi rsthome buyer in mind, to top end, luxurious homes with fi ttings and fi xtures to suitprofessional couples and families.

Each week, hundreds of Queenslanders visit our display villages, which showcase the latesthousing designs, trends and products.

Lend Lease Regional Development Manager,Ian Murray, said Springfi eld Lakes is currentlyhome to more than 13,700 residents with 30,000 people expected to call this master-planned community home.

“In addition to the range of housing choices,

Springfi eld Lakes has a lot to off er with60 active community groups, 120 hectares of open space, including 27 hectares of lakes,20 kilometres of hike and bike tracks, and aseries of free healthy-living activities.

“This convenient lifestyle has easy accessto education, shopping, parks and therecently-opened new train line and stations at Springfi eld Lakes and Springfi eld Central. Coles and additional health services will bewelcomed to the community in the near future.”

Builders on display include: Bella Properties (QLD), Clarendon Homes, Coral Homes, Fresh Homes, Hallmark Homes, Invision Homes,McCarthy Homes, Metricon, Newstart Homes, Nuvo Homes, Oracle Platinum Homes, OwnitHomes, Plantation Homes, Valeco Homes, Visual Diversity Homes, Steve Parcell Building Services, and Stylemaster Homes.

The new Springfi eld Lakes display village, a joint initiative by Master Builders and Lend Lease, is now offi cially open!

Display villages

Address: Sunset Place, Springfi eld Lakes

Opening times: Open daily, 10am–5pm(some individual opening times may vary).

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Bundaberg rebuild reaps rewards

Despite a massive sandbagging eff ort, Bundaberg’s Hinkler Shopping Centre was just one of these developments devastated by the dirty brown water and mud.

In the days, weeks and months that followed,the fortitude and resilience of the community, especially the employees, subcontractors andsuppliers, can only be described as remarkable.

With a team of 700 tradesmen, MurchieConstructions bravely took on the impossibleand began restorations. Owner Director, Andrew Murchie, described the enormous task ahead as one that seemed impossible at times.

“Once the tide turned and waters began tosubside, the magnitude of the damage andloss started to become apparent,” he said.

“Flood waters had penetrated the entire centre,with depths varying between 100mm and 450mm on the trading fl oor and the car parks completely inundated.

“We were overwhelmed by how much mud,sewerage and other unknown matter had found its way onto every surface and intoevery crevice.”

Safety was the fi rst priority for the team, who isolated the site and assisted retailers inremoving what stock had not been destroyed.

With a fl oor area of over 20,000m2 and 73 tenancies, including the major retailers of Woolworths, Coles and Kmart, the enormity of this task cannot be overstated.

Health and safety was of extreme concern, with 225m3 of waste also being removedduring this time.

“1,060 people were inducted to the site on oneday alone, and given the hazardous content of the fl ood waters and the threat of disease and mould spore ingestion, it was imperative tocomplete this process without delay.

“The threat of mould, not only in physical

Australia Day 2013 marked the start of a particularly tough time for Queenslanders, especially in the building and construction industry. As fl ood waters spread across the state, houses, developments and entire commercial areas were destroyed.

Projects

damage to materials, but also to the health of each person working within the centre, created a sense of urgency.

“Once each tenancy was de-fi tted, our workerscommenced the removal of all wall sheeting toheights ranging from 600mm to ceiling height.”

As principal contractor, Murchie Constructions held responsibility of the site overall, however, each tenancy had the right to appoint its own shop fi tting contractor.

In order to manage this extra layer of complexity, their stringent and robustproject management skills were tested to the extreme and workplace health and safetyadministration was relentless.

The next step in the restoration of HinklerShopping Centre was to clean the site as thoroughly as possible and begin the extensivedrying process.

Mr Murchie described the scene, as hundreds of metres of plastic ducts and 360 fans were installed to distribute warm, drying airthroughout the centre.

“With an air temperature of 35°C, working within the centre was extremely challenging,however the desiccant drying units reducedthe humidity levels over four weeks, alsohalting the growth of mould.


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“This was just the beginning though, and oncethe centre was dried, sanitised and given theall clear from industrial hygienists, the tenancy re-fi t process began.”

From here, the project involved theco-ordination of 80 shop fi tting contractors,279 site subcontracting companies, theinduction of 697 tradesmen, 2,243 visitors and232 truck drivers.

This was the most extensive peoplemanagement exercise that Murchie Constructions had ever undertaken, with dailysite administration including the signing in of an average of 160 workers.

“During this process we replaced 4,920m2 of plasterboard sheeting and more than 100 doors.

“Work also included the installation of over20,000 new terrazzo fl oor tiles to the common areas, the replacement of over 15km of electrical cabling and repainting of the entirecentre.

“Given the devastation caused by the fl ood, ourclient, Mirvac, decided to use the opportunityto upgrade the centre’s three amenities sections, Food Court and Centre Management offi ces.

“Understandably, the design of these works

was not aff orded the luxury of time, and to fi t within the goal of partial trade recommencing within 17 weeks of the loss, decommission, renovation and installation of the Amenitiesand Parents’ Room was a mammoth task.”

Four months after the fl ood waters devastatedHinkler Central, the centre was re-opened forpartial trading.

Major retailers Woolworths and Coles, along with a number of other tenants opened their doors to Bundaberg’s supported shoppers.Over the next fi ve weeks, refurbishment works were completed and the centre was fully-operational by 3 July, 2013.

This project required complete commitment and coordination of hundreds of localworkers, and created vital work for the region’s subcontractors, tradesmen and suppliers during such a crucial and often emotional time.

The exceptional quality of work is just one of the reasons why the Hinkler Central Shopping Centre was recently announced as the worthy winner of the Master Builders 2014 BurnettWide Bay Project of the Year.

Murchie Constructions are extremely proud to have been entrusted with these works, andthe new centre is a testament to the skill andhardworking attitude of the local industry.


Funding now available on selected training courses

Save $300 when completing asbestos training, which will also help ensure you meet the 31December 2014 deadline for updating your asbestos qualifi cations (funding is available until30 September 2014, with limited places available). A 50% discount is currently being off ered onCertifi cate IV in Building & Construction – giving you a saving of almost $4,000 (terms & conditions and eligibility apply).

Who should attend these courses?Asbestos Worker Program

Recent changes to licensing requirements for the removal of more than 10m² non-friable asbestos,mean that if you have previously undertaken asbestos removal training and work in asbestosremoval, you must update your qualifi cations to this national unit of competency by31 December 2014 to continue to work legally in this space.

Any worker removing more than 10m² of non-friable asbestos must be appropriately trained and this two-day program complies with these regulations and meets the requirements of the nationalunit of competency.

Master Builders recently secured funding for the Asbestos Worker Program and Certifi cate IV in Building & Construction, giving you the potential to save hundreds or even thousands of dollars.

Training & licensing

Certifi cate IV in Building & Construction

If you’re looking to step up from a contractor to become a builder, this course is for you.Designed by builders for future builders, itwill give you the technical knowledge forresidential and small commercial projects.

Course details, dates and locationsDates for both courses are currently scheduledacross Queensland. The Asbestos WorkerProgram will run in all major centres withupcoming dates in Brisbane, Gold Coast, Toowoomba, Sunshine Coast, Hervey Bay, Rockhampton, Mackay, Townsville and Cairns.

The Certifi cate IV in Building & Constructionis off ered via face-to-face, distance and RPL modes of learning. Face-to-face intakesduring 2014 will commence at various times throughout the year.

Why choose Master Builders?Choose Master Builders for job-ready, practical training from a leading industry association.Plus, Master Builders’ Asbestos Worker Programrecently came up trumps after a nation-wide audit. The course fared so well because it is one of the most up-to-date and comprehensive asbestos removal courses on the market, andallows attendees to hit the ground running oncompletion.

For more information or to confi rm

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Build your skills and train with us

The new courses provide job-ready, practical training from leading industry experts, who are on hand to help you take your career to the next level.

Master Builders’ Manager Training & Licensing, Adam Profke, is looking forward to seeingmembers, and the industry in general, reap the benefi ts of the new array of training courses.

“Long-term investment in the future of our industry is one of our areas of focus,” Mr Profke said.

“Over the past year we’ve invested heavily in some key products and services that will assist small to medium-sized businesses to run their businesses better.

“The launch of 11 new training programs will provide solid foundations for anyone fi rst starting outin business and those wanting to take their business to the next level.

“With topics ranging from basic business skills, right through to tips for securing payment, thesenew courses are a vital step in making the move from contractor to business owner.”

Some of the exciting new courses include:

Time Management for SupervisorsThis program has been designed specifi cally for the residential and commercial construction industry and provides site supervisors with the knowledge and skills to enable them to manage their own work priorities, present confi dently and seek opportunities for professionaldevelopment.

Small Business FoundationsThis course has been designed to help small business workers boost their skills and knowledge onhow to understand the important aspects of running a successful small business in the residentialbuilding and construction sectors.

Students will learn all about occupational health and safety, contracts, legal responsibilities andrisk management, planning and fi nance.

This course is the ideal option for those looking to take their small business skills to the next level.

Master Builders is excited to launch a range of new training courses, tailored specifi cally for builders, contractors and subcontractors.


Diploma of BuildingThe Diploma of Building aims to help meet theneeds of builders within the residential andcommercial sectors.

It covers selecting contractors, overseeing theentire project and its quality, and liaising with clients.

Students will be able to perform the work of a builder, as outlined by the Queensland Building & Construction Commission, for a Builder Medium Rise Licence.

Key topics include occupational health and safety, building codes and standards, construction management, contracts and disputes, structural applications and project cost control.

Master Tradies CourseThis course has been designed to build thebusiness skills and knowledge for tradecontractors to successfully continue to work within the industry.

At the end of this course, students will have theskills to establish business goals and objectives,develop a business plan, identify business risk and develop risk minimisation strategies,develop comprehensive business fi nancial documents and identify fi nancial requirements and sources of fi nance for business liquidity.

“By choosing Master Builders you’re selecting aquality training provider focused on deliveringmeaningful industry outcomes for businessowners, managers and employees alike,” Mr Profke further commented.

“Studying with Queensland’s peak industryassociation will place you at the forefront of the building and construction fi eld, plus give your employer recognised skills to help you get ahead and stand out from the crowd.”

Take your career to the next level – enrol in oneof our 23 training courses today.

Learn more about our great range of

new and existing courses at

www.masterbuilders.asn.au/training

Building apprentices and mentors recognised

More than 70 people attended the special event, which was held at Master Builders’ head offi ce in Brisbane.

The event was a fantastic opportunity to recognise the contribution apprentices and their mentors make to the industry, and how important their dedication throughout the duration of their apprenticeships is to the future of the industry.

The CAMS program is an important and comprehensive national scheme that provides advice and support to apprentices and employers.

With apprentice drop-out rates so high in the building and construction industry, it is vital that these students receive the help and assistance they require to ensure we are not facing a skills shortage down the track.

With access to a range of resources like online engagement, as well as access for apprentices to one-on-one mentoring and support for out-of-trade apprentices, this program helps to ensure they are equipped with the skills to succeed in the industry.

The next group of skilled apprentices to enter the construction industry were recently honoured at the Construction Apprenticeship Mentoring Scheme (CAMS) Awards night and graduation ceremony.


Major awards presented on the night included CAMS Apprentice of the Year, Mentor of the Year and Most Improved Apprentice of the Year.

Quoc Huynh was awarded Apprentice of the Year, with his mentor describing him as motivated, fast and reliable, with excellent technical ability and enthusiasm.

Mentor of the Year went to Jim Baker, whose dedication and commitment to the CAMS program has been outstanding. Even while running his own business, he goes above and beyond for his apprentices, and is always there to off er support and the benefi t of his experience.

Chris McIver was honoured as the Most Improved Apprentice, after the CAMS program supported him in fi nding a new employer when he was struggling and not receiving the training he needed. With the help of his mentor, Chris is now confi dent in his ability and quickly progressing in his apprenticeship.



Upcoming courses


August

Date Course

6 Introduction to Building Contracts (North Queensland)7 Electrical Testing & Tagging (Brisbane)

Asbestos Worker Program (Gold Coast)Asbestos Worker Program (Sunshine Coast)Asbestos Awareness (North Queensland)

8 Asbestos Worker Program (Gold Coast)Asbestos Worker Program (Sunshine Coast)Business Management Course (North Queensland)Business Management Course (Brisbane)

9 Business Management Course (North Queensland)Business Management Course (Brisbane)Master Tradies Course (Sunshine Coast)

13 Electrical Testing & Tagging (Gold Coast)14 Residential Building Inspectors (Gold Coast)15 Residential Building Inspectors (Gold Coast)

Business Management for Builders (Brisbane)Business Management Course (Far North Queensland)Electrical Testing & Tagging (Sunshine Coast)

16 Business Management Course (Far North Queensland)A Consumer Guide to Building (Sunshine Coast)A Consumer Guide to Building (Gold Coast)

17 Electrical Testing & Tagging (Far North Queensland)Asbestos Worker Program (North Queensland)

18 Business Management Course (Downs & Western)Asbestos Awareness (Brisbane)

20 Electrical Testing & Tagging (Central Queensland)21 Asbestos Worker Program (Central Queensland)

Practical Communication Skills (Gold Coast)22 Asbestos Worker Program (Central Queensland)

Business Management for Builders (Mackay & Whitsunday)Business Management Course (Sunshine Coast)Business Management Course (Gold Coast)

23 Business Management Course (Sunshine Coast)Business Management Course (Gold Coast)A Consumer Guide to Building (Downs & Western)Small Business Foundations (Brisbane)

25 Asbestos Awareness (Downs & Western)General Safety Induction (Brisbane)Introduction to Building Contracts (Sunshine Coast)

27 Introduction to Building Contracts (Gold Coast)Practical Communication Skills (Far North Queensland)

28 Asbestos Worker Program (Downs & Western)Asbestos Worker Program (Far North Queensland)Asbestos Worker Program (Brisbane)Business Management Course (Central Queensland)

29 Asbestos Worker Program (Downs & Western)Asbestos Worker Program (Far North Queensland)Asbestos Worker Program (Brisbane)Business Management Course (Central Queensland)Business Management Course (Mackay & Whitsunday)Practical Communication Skills (North Queensland)

30 Business Management Course (Mackay & Whitsunday)

September

Date Course

4 Electrical Testing & Tagging (Brisbane)Diploma of Building (Brisbane)

5 Business Management Course (Brisbane)Asbestos Awareness (Mackay & Whitsunday)Business Management Course (Far North Queensland)Practical Communication Skills (Downs & Western)

6 Business Management Course (Brisbane)Business Management Course (Far North Queensland)A Consumer Guide to Building (North Queensland)

8 Introduction to Building Contracts (Brisbane)11 Asbestos Worker Program (Gold Coast)

Asbestos Worker Program (Sunshine Coast)Introduction to Building Contracts (North Queensland)

12 Asbestos Worker Program (Gold Coast)Asbestos Worker Program (Sunshine Coast)Business Management Course (North Queensland)Confl ict Resolution for Supervisors (Brisbane)

13 Business Management Course (North Queensland)Electrical Testing & Tagging (Mackay & Whitsunday)A Consumer Guide to Building (Brisbane)

15 Business Management Course (Downs & Western)Diploma of Building (Downs & Western)Introduction to Building Contracts (Downs & Western)

16 Practical Communication Skills (Sunshine Coast)17 Electrical Testing & Tagging (Far North Queensland)

Asbestos Worker Program (North Queensland)18 Asbestos Worker Program (North Queensland)

Negotiation Skills for Supervisors (Gold Coast)19 Asbestos Worker Program (Burnett Wide Bay)

Business Management Course (Sunshine Coast)Business Management Course (Gold Coast)Asbestos Awareness (Brisbane)

20 Asbestos Worker Program (Burnett Wide Bay)Business Management Course (Sunshine Coast)Business Management Course (Gold Coast)

22 Asbestos Worker Program (Mackay & Whitsunday)General Safety Induction (Brisbane)

23 Asbestos Worker Program (Mackay & Whitsunday)24 Asbestos Awareness (Far North Queensland)25 Asbestos Worker Program (Far North Queensland)

Asbestos Worker Program (Brisbane)26 Asbestos Worker Program (Far North Queensland)

Asbestos Worker Program (Brisbane)Negotiation Skills for Supervisors (North Queensland)Asbestos Awareness (Sunshine Coast)Asbestos Awareness (Gold Coast)

29 Business Management Course (Downs & Western)Electrical Testing & Tagging (Downs & Western)Negotiation Skills for Supervisors (Far North Queensland)

To book your place at a Master Builders training course, go to

www.masterbuilders.asn.au/training or call 1300 30 50 10.

Note: Dates and courses are subject to change.


New directions with the Gold Coast School of Construction

A critical incident on site saw Jimmy Walshsustain multiple injuries as a result of a fall. Almostthree years on, an acquired brain injury inhibitshis short-term memory and ability to return todriving – leaving him in a position where he willnever return to work in a full capacity. But after along rehabilitation period, Jimmy now works fourhours a week at Hutchinson Builders’ School of Construction on the Gold Coast.

Gold Coast School of Construction Co-ordinator, Cameron McConnell, says that Jimmy plays an important role educating studentsabout his injury and previous experiences.

“Not only is the work a vital part of hisrehabilitation, it’s really eye opening for ourstudents to work alongside Jimmy and hear more about his story.

“Not only do his stories make them much moreaware about safety issues in general, they alsopick up practical tips about working in the building and construction industry.

“This kind of hands-on, practical learning iswhat our school is all about and it’s invaluablefor the students participating in our program.”

Hutchinson Builders established the Gold Coast School of Construction to provide workplace-based training programs to produce productive, capable and informed graduates who meetindustry recruiting requirements. Students fromhigh schools around south east Queensland and

After suffering injuries at work that mean he’ll never return to work on a construction site, Hutchinson Builders’ employee, Jimmy Walsh, is discovering new challenges at the Gold Coast School of Construction.

Practical safety resources for industryThe critical incident involving Jimmy occurred in 2011. Since the accident, Hutchinson Builders has collaborated with Workplace Health and Safety Queensland and Master Builders to produce a DVD and Safe Work on Roofs guide for use by the industry. This education will help other contractors to make safety, particularly when working at heights, a priority and ensure the risk of incidents when working at heights is minimised.

Hutchinson Builders engaged a Brisbane-based interactive learning company to create the industry guide and DVD. The materials are a practical resource that can be used by building contractors when educating their own workers about the importance of safety when working at heights and on roofs.

Working at heights is a serious issue for the building and construction industry and accounted for 37% of falls-related fatalities during the 2008–11 period.

To demonstrate Master Builders’ support of this important initiative, 100 free copies of

the DVD and guide are available for industry. Call Master Builders on 3225 6517 or email

[email protected] to request your copy.

young school leavers participate in programsthat off er fl exible and innovative trainingfocused on employment outcomes.

The school has been a great success and in 2012, was recognised with the Construction Skills Queensland Private Registered Training Organisation of the Year Award.

For more information visit

www.goldcoastsc.com.au

Members

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Certain signage is required on site under work health and safety legislation.

If you don’t have it, you may be liable for a variety of penalties including on-the-spot fi nes.

Master Builders discount signage can help you avoid fi nes and non-compliance. For signs that start at just $13.00, call Master Builders on1300 30 50 10 or visit our website at www.masterbuilders.asn.au/eshop/signageto purchase online.


Economic Breakfast wrapBuilding and construction leaders came together at Victoria Park Golf Club on Thursday, 12 June to hear about how the economic landscape is impacting the industry.

Attendees at Master Builders’ Economic Breakfast discussed the performance of the Australian economy over the past two decades, and the eff ect on the industry as all levels of government are tightening their belts with the mining investment boom set to peak this year.

NAB’s Head of Industry Analyst, Dean Pearson, covered a wide range of issues, including the opportunities that will drive the economy going forward and how the building and construction sector is positioned as part of Australia’s future.

He also addressed concerns regarding global unemployment and infl ation, Australian exports, Queensland business conditions and industry growth, as well as house prices and building approvals.

Master Builders’ Director Construction Policy, John Crittall, shared some of Master Builders’ key achievements this year to date, while Deputy Executive Director, Paul Bidwell, explained the outcomes of the State Budget and its impact on the building and construction industry.

Events like the Economic Breakfast are vital in ensuring that those working in the building and construction industry remain at the forefront by continuing to engage and educate themselves regarding the current economic landscape – it’s about being proactive and staying informed.

Insights from NAB’s Head of Industry Analyst, Dean PearsonHow long have you been working in the industry? I’ve worked as an Industry & Business Economist for over 20 years, analysing the economy and assessing the implications in Australia and globally. My team is responsible for monitoring key business trends and identifying industries likely to provide the strongest growth opportunities and greatest risks.

What are your predictions for the future of the Queensland economy? We expect it to strengthen, underpinned by growth in exports, a lift in household consumption and a rebound in dwelling investment. However, business investment remains a concern, with the construction phase of several major LNG projects nearing completion. Looking forward, we expect the outlook for Queensland to remain better than the national average.

What will be the key drivers of our economy in coming years? LNG exports, the property market, construction and tourism will be up there.

How will future retail trends affect the building and construction industry? Consumer caution has been an important feature of the Australian economy since the GFC, which prompted households to reassess their spending behaviour and save a much larger proportion of their incomes. In recent months, there has been some improvement in retail sales (in part driven by “wealth eff ects” in the form of rising asset prices), but with house prices now fl attening out and consumer confi dence falling heavily, retail sales are expected to ease. So, fundamentally there are some good reasons to expect retail sales to soften in the months/quarters ahead.

Events

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North Queensland Golf DayThe fi rst North Queensland Golf Day of the year was a great success, with membersenjoying a day of sunshine at Rowes Bay Golf Club. Congratulations to all the winningteams!

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Institute of BuildingConsultants info eveningThe IBC held its most recent information evening in Brisbane on 27 May, with speakers including Lindsay Walker from Building Codes Queensland and pool inspector, Andrew McCarthy.

The informal evening prompted lots of discussion around the changesindustry will see in the building arena and a great insight to issues that canarise with pool fences. It was one of our best information evenings yet, withboth speakers extremely interactive with the attendees.

Please feel free to join us for the next information session in Brisbane on Tuesday, 19 August at 6pm.

BUSSQ BrisbaneGolf DayThe fi rst Brisbane Golf Day of the year was a great success, with members braving the chilly start at Gailes Golf Club. Congratulations to all the winning teams and a huge thank you to our supporters, BUSSQ, The Courier Mail andAuzmet Architectural.

Win a mini Apple iPadcompetitionAll members who pay their membership renewal by the due date go in the drawto win an Apple iPad Mini each month. Congratulations to Paul Leviston fromLeviston Constructions (pictured here with our North Queensland Regional Manager,Melissa Coulter).

Union Right of Entry Laws WorkshopMaster Builders’ Director of Construction Policy, John Crittall, took to the fl oor on Wednesday, 25 June to help members ensure theyare meeting their requirements under the new right of entry laws.More than 100 members have already attended our workshops since the new laws came into eff ect, with more sessions now scheduled to ensure everyone is up-to-date.

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Survey of Industry ConditionswinnerCongratulations to Martin Westcott, who was the lucky prize winner from the latestSurvey of Industry Conditions. Martin won a Master Builders’ Work & Play prize pack, whichincluded a $400 travel voucher and 50 eDocs system credits.


Mackay & Whitsunday Regional Manager, Malcolm Hull and Martin Westcott.


Sod turns on latest Youngcare project

As reported in the last edition of Master Builder magazine, Master Builders recently partnered rwith national charity, Youngcare, to provide young Australians with high care needs a new and innovative approach to disability housing.

After a long journey, construction is now underway on Youngcare’s third Queensland-basedbuilding development, located in Brisbane’s inner city suburb of Wooloowin. Master Builders’ President, Derek Pingel, was on hand as the fi rst sod of Youngcare’s Wooloowin apartment project was turned.

About the projectThe innovative, two-phased project will see the creation of a four-bedroom share house and co-located family homes, which will look to change the lives of its young residents with 24/7 care requirements.

Due for completion in late October, stage one will deliver a four-bedroom, fully en-suited share house, setting the standard for innovation in the care of young people. This architecturally-designed home will be fi tted out with state-of-the-art assistive technology, including automateddoors and blinds, iPad functionality of lighting, audio and blinds, and integrated mobile voice-control systems – all part of a carefully planned design model that looks to benefi t residents’ dignity, wellbeing and lifestyle, as well as off ering peace of mind to their family.

This leading innovation is driven by independent research, undertaken by Youngcare with Griffi thUniversity, into what young people with high care needs actually need and want – a fi rst in Australia.

Right now there are more than 900 young people living in Brisbane that have been assessed bythe Department of Communities as having an unmet need for supported accommodation.

In the catchment area for the Wooloowin share house alone, the Department has also advisedYoungcare that there are around 90 young people who the share house would suit – highlightingthe immense unmet need for housing projects specifi cally dedicated to assisting young peoplewith high care needs.

Across Australia that fi gure is dramatically higher with over 7,000 young Australians currently living in aged care.

Work has now started on the latest building project that will help get young Aussies with high care disability needs out of aged care.

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Youngcare Chief Executive Offi cer, SamanthaKennerley, believes the development will mark a signifi cant milestone in the history of disability housing in Australia.

“Currently, there are limited supportive housing options in Brisbane for young people with complex disabilities requiring specialist 24/7care, that are underpinned by sound researchevidence,” Mrs Kennerley said.

“Building on Youngcare’s experience in delivering housing projects in Queensland, thisproject will set a new benchmark for care and housing by delivering a viable and replicable model.”

Youngcare has extended an enormous thank you to the support and commitment of theMaster Builders Foundation in contributing $300,000 to this project, enabling a positive future for young people with high care needs.

Youngcare factsFollowing a successful partnership at the Youngcare Apartments Brisbane and Youngcare Apartments Gold Coast, Wesley Mission Brisbane has again partnered with Youngcare to deliver the care at Wooloowin.

Youngcare’s formation in 2005 was inspired by Shevaune Conry, a young woman with Multiple Sclerosis who was forced to enter aged care in her early 30s when there was nowhere else that could cater for her care needs.

Youngcare opened its fi rst housing project – the Youngcare Wesley Mission Brisbane Apartments at Sinnamon Park – in 2007, and now also off ers an At Home Care Grants program and the Youngcare Connect information and advice line.

Queensland Treasurer, Tim Nicholls, with Master Builders President, Derek Pingel attended the offi cial launch of the project.


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417 Wickham TerraceBrisbane, QLD 4000 Ph: 3225 6444 Fax: 3225 6545 [email protected] www.masterbuilders.asn.au

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John DuncalfeRegional Manager Master Builders House18 Central Park AveAshmore, QLD 4214 Ph: 5582 7100 Fax 5597 7044

DOWNS & WESTERN

Tony RyderRegional Manager 166 Hume StreetToowoomba, QLD 4350Ph: 4659 4200 Fax: 4641 7854

SUNSHINE COAST

Michael HopkinsRegional ManagerLevel 1, 91 King Street PO Box 1458Buderim, QLD 4556Ph: 5456 9800 Fax: 5453 4670

BURNETT WIDE BAY

Michael HopkinsRegional Manager162 Boat Harbour DriveHervey Bay, QLD 4655Ph: 4303 2400 Fax: 4124 7235

CENTRAL QUEENSLAND

Dennis BryantRegional Manager35 Derby StreetPO Box 631Rockhampton, QLD 4700Ph: 4923 1900 Fax: 4921 3235

MACKAY & WHITSUNDAY

Malcolm HullRegional Manager Suite 2, 40 Evans AvenuePO Box 3188North Mackay, QLD 4740Ph: 4969 4500Fax: 4829 4184

NORTH QUEENSLAND

Melissa CoulterRegional ManagerMaster Builders HouseUnit 1(B), 316 Sturt StreetTownsville, QLD 4810Ph: 4417 1800 Fax: 4771 5777

FAR NORTH QUEENSLAND

Ron BannahRegional Manager310–314 Gatton StreetManunda, QLD 4870PO Box 806Earlville, QLD 4870Ph: 4042 8800Fax: 4041 7663

The easy way to get all your super together

If you have more than one super account, chances are you’re paying too much in fees and charges and that’s just money down the drain. It makes sense to roll yourother super accounts into one and SAVE.

The BUSSQ online member portal, MemberAccess, nowallows BUSSQ members to quickly and easily do this.

BUSSQ member, David Smith, had a seamless experience when he combined his funds.

After getting BUSSQ to do a lost super search for him, he learnt that he had three diff erent super accounts outside BUSSQ and was getting charged fees for all of them.

He logged onto MemberAccess and within a few minutes, he’d requested to roll his three funds into BUSSQ. It’s so simple. There’s no printing of forms orcertifi ed ID required.

If you know you have other super accounts and

want to roll them into BUSSQ, just follow the three

simple steps.

Things to check fi rst:

• Exit fees – Some funds charge fees when you rollout of the fund, so check what fees might apply and make sure you’re comfortable with them

• Insurance cover – Check that you’re still covered while you roll between funds.

Lost superIf you want to know if you have any lost super or othersuper accounts, BUSSQ can search the ATO registersto fi nd if there’s anything out there for you. Text your name and date of birth to 0429 558 006*. This givesBUSSQ permission to use your tax fi le number to fi ndany other super you might have.

*Standard SMS charges apply. Check the rates with your mobile provider.

Need a hand?At BUSSQ, they’re always happy to help members.

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you get it sorted!

The advice supplied in this editorial is general advice only and does not take into account or consider your personal objectives, fi nancial situation or needs. Before acting on this information you should consider the appropriateness of the information to your individual needs and obtain a BUSSQ Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) at bussq.com.au or by calling 1800 692 877. BUSS(Queensland) Pty Ltd ABN 15 065 081 281; AFS Licence 237860; BUSSQ ABN 85 571 332 201.

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Why should I have a Super Health Check?Financial Advice Column from David Southwood – BUSSQ’s Financial Planner

It’s important to make sure that your super is working as hard as you are, so it’s agreat idea to have a Super Health Check from time to time.

After all, you get your car serviced regularly and you go to the doctor for regularcheck-ups. These things give you peace of mind. The same applies to your super and it makes sense to make sure you’ll have enough to retire on.

Getting a Super Health Check provides you with simple steps you can take to boost your super.You can fi nd out how your super is tracking and make any adjustments to improve your retirementsavings.

3 Super Health Check tips1. Choose your super fund and keep it when you change jobs

Keeping all your super with the one super fund means that you’ll know where it is and how it’s tracking.

2. Roll all your accounts into one to SAVE

Rolling all your super accounts into one helps you save on the fees and charges.

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Choose an investment option that suits your personal needs and life stage and is geared togive you the greatest returns to get your super working harder.

These are a few things to do to get your super on track but there are many more depending onyour age and stage in life.

If you haven’t done anything about your super for a while, now’s a great time to have a Super Health Check. BUSSQ off ers members a BUSSQ Super Health Check at no extra cost*. Call to book in today on 1800 MY BUSSQ (1800 692 877).

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