February 2021 - Builders reveal blueprint for economic recovery
Master Builders WA has released a five-point policy wish list ahead of the state election to help Western Australia build its way to economic growth.
Executive director John Gelavis said state and federal grants had set the building industry up to be a driving force in COVID-19 recovery but the sector depended on the next state government to minimise obstacles to success.
January 2021 - Construction Sites to continue through lockdown
Today’s announcement by the Premier to apply a 5 day lockdown in the Perth metropolitan area,Peel and the South-West regions is an important step to stop the spread of COVID-19. "After discussions with the Premiers office and Master Builders, I am pleased to confirm buildingand construction sites will continue to operate through the WA state lockdown, however masks must be worn at all times and practice good hygiene and social distancing"said John Gelavis,Executive Director of Master Builders Association of WA.
January 2021 - Master Builders President and new board elected
Master Builders WA welcomes new board members for 2021 under the leadership of re-elected President David Crothers, of Geraldton builder Crothers Construction, and newly elected Vice President Michael Van Dongen from Encon. Master Builders executive director John Gelavis said places on the board and councils were hotly contested this year from both metropolitan and regional WA, which showed strong member engagement and recognition of the successful work of the association during COVID-19.
January 2021 - Skyrocketing stats as building leads recovery
The latest building approvals data released for October has skyrocketed as the building and construction industry leads the COVID-19 recovery saving many jobs and helping the local economy.
Master Builders WA Executive Director John Gelavis said the skyrocketing 103.7% per cent increase for WA dwelling approvals for October 2020 compared to October 2019 and 98.2 per cent increase on the previous quarter demonstrates the state and commonwealth stimulus is having the desired results, which will lead to more local jobs, greater levels of home ownership and deliver a thriving local economy.
December 2020 - Builder Paula West improves construction diversity
The appointment of trailblazer Paula West to the Building and Construction Industry Training Board is a positive move towards diversity, says Master Builders WA executive director John Gelavis.
“Master Builders WA nominated Paula West to join the industry training board and we are delighted by her appointment,” Mr Gelavis said.
December 2020 - Rebuilding WA’s economy
Western Australia’s strong economic recovery validates the State Government’s focus on building homes and infrastructure, says Master Builders executive director John Gelavis.
“Today’s mid-year economic review justifies the State Government’s decision to support the building and construction industry to keep operating through COVID-19 and lead the way back to economic growth. I am delighted our industry has been able to repay the favour by supporting the WA recovery,” Mr Gelavis said.
November 2020 - National Master Builder of the Year title for WA
Probuild construction company has won top honours at the Master Builders Australia awards for the magnificent new Ritz-Carlton development.
A month after winning the title of best state project at the Master Builders WA construction awards, the $500 million Elizabeth Quay landmark followed up with two prestigious national prizes.
