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Social housing and Keystart hand builders a lifelin

The State Government announcement to invest in additional public housing and Keystart is a much needed boost for builders and those desperately trying the access social housing. Master Builders WA Executive Director John Gelavis said the $125 million investment in 300 public housing dwellings, $6 million in social housing refurbishments, $19.2 million for 200 shared equity homes and extension of the raised Keystart income limits for an extra six months are important policies to help builders get through to the end of the building slump.

Apprentice awards keep trade skills alive

The fall in apprentice numbers in recent years has sparked concerns about a future skills crisis but Master Builders WA is resisting the decline by championing the skills of the next generation.
Master Builders Apprentice of the Year awards celebrate new talent in the industry and are open to trainees in construction trades such as plumbing, carpentry, bricklaying and electrical work.

Payroll tax cuts are a gift for builders - October 31, 2019

More than 90 per cent of Western Australia’s building businesses are small and family owned so reducing the payroll tax burden for these employers will bring them welcome relief during the ongoing construction industry decline.

Builders hope for opportunities in Perth City Deal - October 28, 2019

Talks between the Federal and State Governments to strike a Perth City Deal have been welcomed by Master Builders WA as a lifeline for the struggling construction industry.
Master Builders Executive Director John Gelavis said the deal would put focus on the important areas of housing, infrastructure and jobs.
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Builders welcome stamp duty breaks - October 23, 2019

The stamp duty relief for new apartment buyers announced by the WA Government today has been welcomed by the Master Builders Association of Western Australia.
Executive Director John Gelavis said the tax break would remove a major obstacle for buyers and promote multi-storey apartment construction.

Drop the debt and raise housing construction - October 21, 2019

The call for the Federal Government to forgive old loans for social housing and release money for new construction in WA has the full support of the Master Builders Association of Western Australia.
Housing Director Jason Robertson says WA Treasurer Ben Wyatt’s proposal to drop the debt and lift spending on social housing projects has the potential to kick start the economy.

Builders support efforts to crank up housing sector - October 14, 2019

Wider access to Keystart loans and the State Government’s new Opening Doors advertising campaign will help builders survive the housing slump, says Master Builders WA Housing Director Jason Robertson.

Mid West builders put skill and creativity on display - October 12, 2019

Builders in the Geraldton region are defying the industry downturn by showing impressively high standards of quality and innovation at the regional building awards.
Judges of the 2019 Master Builders-Bankwest Building Excellence Awards, presented at Geraldton Grammar School on October 12, said anyone looking to build an original and top-class home in the Mid West region was spoilt for choice.

Building Industry Golf Networker

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Master Builders WA is offering a unique opportunity for members to bring along a client, potential client, subcontractor or just reward a staff member while playing 10 holes at the prestigious Royal Perth Golf Club on the 29th November.

End of Year Sundowner

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Celebrate the end of the year in Style whilst enjoying the views at the Ritz Carlton. The Master Builders End of Year sundowner includes premium beverages, canapes and entertainment throughout the night.

Esperance Raceday

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Are you ready for a day of thundering hoofs, bright colours and a lively atmosphere? Join us for the Esperance Race Day at the Esperance Turf Club on the 20th December 2019.

Master Builders-Bankwest Building Excellence Awards – Goldfields-Esperance

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Celebrate the best of the Goldfields and Esperance region at the Bankwest Midwest Building Excellence Awards held at the Palace Hotel on December 7th.

Diploma of Building and Construction

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Looking to take the next step of your career in 2020? Enrol in the upcoming 20 February 2020 Perth intake for CPC50210 Diploma of Building and Construction (Building).

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