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| 6 Jun 2013 Fair Work Act Reforms
Fair Work Act Reform – Overview: Master Builders has developed a range of resources to help builders understand the key requirements of the new workplace relations laws. Fact Sheets The Foundations of the Workplace Relations System Agreement Making Transfer of Business Right of Entry Dispute Resolution The National Employment Standards Record Keeping Unfair Dismissal Independent […]
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| 6 Jun 2013 Prefabricated Fencing
Prefabricated Fencing – New Innovation keeping with tradition When choosing a fence, builders and renovators need to consider the style of home they want to achieve and the purpose of the fence before being able to select the most suitable product on the market. Traditional fencing systems such as brick, timber or corrugated fences all […]
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| 6 Jun 2013 Financial Management
Construction companies need to carefully manage their business to address cash flow and other financial risks. There are a range of reasons why established businesses fail or suffer financial distress. These include a lack of adequate funding, a lack of an early warning reporting system, a failure to recruit quality personnel and a […]
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| 6 Jun 2013 BCA: Class 1a vs Class 2
Classification of a building is of paramount importance for the viability of a project. Getting it right from the start will ensure you are not over or under-specifying your buildings. Large developments are sometimes classified incorrectly as Class 2 based on the scale, instead of the actual definition of the buildings of the development. This […]
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| 6 Jun 2013 Financing a Renovation
The first thing to consider when you decide to renovate is exactly how you want to enhance your home. It seems obvious, but making sure you have a clearly defined vision from the start will minimise the risk of getting carried away and allow you to stick to a budget. Once you decide on what […]
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| 6 Jun 2013 Apartments vs Single Dwellings
Apartment living is becoming a more popular lifestyle choice for Western Australians. Apartment living has many advantages, but it is not for everyone. If you are thinking about this style of living, there are a few things to think about as the pros and cons of apartment living compared to traditional detached housing. ACCESS AND […]
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| 6 Jun 2013 Apprenticeship Information
What is an Apprenticeship? Apprenticeships are jobs that combine paid work and structured training. They include: paid employment under an appropriate industrial arrangement (for example, an award or enterprise agreement) nationally recognised training. An apprentice enters into a formal training contract (Indenture) with his/her employer for the duration of the traineeship. When an apprentice successfully […]
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| 6 Jun 2013 Bathroom – Minimum Distances
You will need to establish the minimum requirements for space around your bathroom: Allow at least 600mm in front of the toilet and approximately 200mm either side of the bowl for elbowroom. 700mm should be allowed between the front of the basin and the nearest wall or object. Power points should be located at […]
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| 6 Jun 2013 Block Orientation
Build to last The direction each room faces within your home makes a huge difference to your comfort and your home’s running costs. Design your home around the points of a compass: North Maximise this space. The sun’s position in summer and winter means north facing rooms remain at a comfortable temperature all year – […]
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South West: Granny flat reform passed
The State Government has announced new planning reforms that allow homeowners to rent out backyard ‘granny flats’ or built above garages
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