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MBA ILLAWARRA SUTHERLAND NEWS - Illawarra Divisional at Innovation Campus - Master Builders Association of NSW
SUMMER 2017/18

MBA
ILLAWARRA
SUTHERLAND NEWS
Illawarra Divisional at                                                                               SAFEWORK BREAKFAST

Innovation Campus
                                                                                                     Thanks again to Mike Duncan, Man-
                                                                                                     ager of SafeWork Wollongong who
                                                                                                     addressed members on the impor-
                                                                                                     tance of maintaining a Safe work en-
In September, the Illawarra division decided to take the members                                     vironment.
to University...
                                                                                                     Charlie Gibson from Fair Trading also
                                                                                                     spoke about the dispute resolution
                                                                                                     process and a builder’s ability to also
                                                                                                     access this service. He went on to
                                                                                                     discuss areas of concern when en-
                                                                                                     tering a building site and the serious
                                                                                                     nature with which claims can be in-
                                                                                                     vestigated should they be deemed
                                                                                                     severe.
                                                                                                     This event was again well attended,
                                                                                                     perhaps due to the casual format
                                                                                                     and ability to ask SafeWork ques-
                                                                                                     tions regarding WHS practices with-
                                                                                                     out having them onsite. Thanks to
Members tour the research facility at the University of Wollongong Innovation Campus.
                                                                                                     MBA Apprenticeships and SafeWork
                                                                                                     for their support for the event and we
...well, to the Sustainability Building        tour concluded with a walk through                    look forward to hosting more of these
at the Innovation Campus at Univer-            of the previous home which won the                    popular breakfasts in 2018.
sity of Wollongong.                            competition in 2013.
Here members learned about the                                                                        ILLAWARRA AGM
TAFE and University students who                COX PLATE RACE DAY
are competing in the Solar Decath-                                                                   On October 12, Illawarra Division
lon in Dubai. This is an international         The annual MBA Illawarra Division                     held their Annual General Meeting.
competition where students com-                Cox Plate Race Day event took place                   Congratulations to all those re-elect-
pete to build a net-zero energy, ecof-         at Kembla Grange Turf Club in Octo-                   ed and newly appointed. A special
riendly home.                                  ber. Proving to be an event not to be                 thank you to committee members,
                                               missed, this popular day was attend-                  Jonny Briant, Chris Calderbank-Park
While plenty of research and practice          ed by more than 300 members and                       and Rodd Young, for their service to
goes into the project, they have just          guests.                                               the division and its members.
2 weeks to complete the build once
competition starts.                            There were plenty of cheers as well                   The event was held at the MBA Wol-
                                               as many torn up betting stubs, but                    longong office in Unanderra. Presen-
Members enjoyed a tour of the re-              all in all the day was a fantastic so-                tations from MBA Financial Services,
search facility where students are             cial event. Everyone had a great time                 MBA Insurance Services and Build-
testing new and innovative ways to             with family, friends and colleagues.                  ers Profits provided useful informa-
reduce energy usage in homes. The                                                                    tion for business owners.
                    Master Builders Association Wollongong Office, 3/29-35 Princes Hwy Unanderra NSW 2526 | 02 4272 9409 | wollongong@mbansw.asn.au
MBA ILLAWARRA SUTHERLAND NEWS - Illawarra Divisional at Innovation Campus - Master Builders Association of NSW
Is your site secure for the
  SAVE                                     holidays?
  THE DATE                                 Make sure your site is WHS compliant before you shut down for
                                           the holidays, or you could risk thousands of dollars in fines.
  Thu 21 Dec
  MBA office closes                        During the holiday shutdown period,          of the site to schools, parks and
                                           the Work Health and Safety Reg-              shopping precincts.
  Mon 8 Jan                                ulation 2011 requires construction
                                                                                    •   The extent that unauthorised ac-
  MBA office re-opens                      workplaces to be secured from un-
                                                                                        cess cannot be prevented and
                                           authorised access.
  Thu 1 Feb                                                                             how to isolate hazards.
  Illawarra Division Information           Management, or those in control of
                                                                                    As a proactive precaution, we have
  Night                                    the workplace, must ensure their
                                                                                    developed a Shutdown Period
  2 CPD points                             sites comply with the legislation or
                                                                                    Checklist to use before leaving site
                                           risk penalties up to $3,600 for indi-
                                                                                    and again upon return, to identify any
  Tue 20 Feb                               viduals or $18,000 for a body corpo-
                                                                                    anomalies that may have taken place
  Illawarra Industry Workshop              rate.
                                                                                    during the break.
  Shellharbour
                                           You must consider matters including:
  3 CPD points                                                                      Contact the Wollongong Office or the
                                           •   Risks to health and safety arising   Safety Department on 02 4272 9409
  Thu 22 Feb                                   from unauthorised access to the      for your copy of the checklist and
  Cronulla CPD Seminar                         workplace                            make sure you’re compliant before
  12 CPD points                                                                     you lock up for the holidays!
                                           •   The likelihood of unauthorised
  Thu 1 Mar                                    access occurring e.g. proximity
  Illawarra Division Information
  Night
  2 CPD points

  Wed 7 Mar
                                           Cronulla AGM & Annual
  Cronulla Division Information
  Night
  2 CPD points
                                           Dinner

2018 AWARDS ENTRIES
OPENING SOON
Look out for the Southern Regions
Building Awards entry form in the
mail in January.
With industry standards and client
expectations growing each year, the
Awards provide the ideal opportunity       In September the Cronulla Division       and a chance for members to catch
for members to demonstrate to the          held the Annual Dinner at the Ger-       up.
community the benefits of dealing          rale Room, Cronulla RSL. The event
with a Master Builder.                                                              The evening also included the AGM,
                                           was well attended with a number of
                                                                                    where two new members joined the
Join us in celebrating all that is great   members bringing their staff along
                                                                                    existing re-elected committee mem-
in our industry. Call the MBA Wollon-      to enjoy the evening. Member’s
                                                                                    bers. Congratulations to those elect-
gong office for details.                   comments on the event included
                                                                                    ed, I’m sure we will continue to see
                                           great food, excellent presentations
                                                                                    this division grow.
MBA ILLAWARRA SUTHERLAND NEWS - Illawarra Divisional at Innovation Campus - Master Builders Association of NSW
Illawarra Industry                                                                  CHRISTMAS TRADING

Luncheon
                                                                                    The MBA Wollongong office will be
                                                                                    closing from 3pm, Thursday 21 De-
                                                                                    cember 2017 and reopening on
                                                                                    Monday 8 January 2018.
                                                                                    We look forward to a great new year
                                                                                    with an increased range of member
                                                                                    benefits and services to be offered in
                                                                                    the Illawarra Sutherland region.
                                                                                    On behalf of all the staff at MBA, we
                                                                                    would like to take this opportunity to
                                                                                    wish you all the very best for Christ-
                                                                                    mas and the New Year. Enjoy your
                                                                                    holiday break with your family and
                                                                                    friends and we look forward to catch-
                                                                                    ing up with you at one of our events
                                                                                    in 2018.

MBA Wollongong recently hosted            The event provided members with
an Industry Lunch at the City Beach       insights on industry trends, oppor-
Function centre.                          tunities and challenges. Specifically
                                          those relevant to the local region. The
Key note speakers included Parlia-
                                          local workforce and building path-
mentary Secretary for the Illawarra,
                                          ways for young people interested in
Gareth Ward Kiama MP and Execu-
                                          the industry was also highlighted.
tive Director MBA NSW, Brian Seidler.

Regional Coordinators                                                                 2018 MBA
Comments                                                                              DIARIES
Another busy year behind us with the holiday season just around                       SELLING FAST
the corner.                                                                           Don’t miss out on your copy
                                                                                      of the 2018 Master Builder
We heard at the MBA Industry lunch        that your work sites and equipment          Diary.
in October, that 2017 has been an-        are secure and appropriate sig-
                                                                                      Designed specifically for
other busy year for the region’s build-   nage is erected. If you are hosting a
                                                                                      the building industry and
ing and construction sector.              Christmas function, ensure that staff
                                                                                      packed full of useful features
                                          are aware of your policy on the con-
Forecasts from both MBA NSW Ex-                                                       and inclusions, these diaries
                                          sumption of alcohol.
ecutive Director, Brian Seidler and                                                   always sell out so don’t leave
Gareth Ward, Kiama MP suggest this        Especially following a very busy year,      it too late!
trend will continue in 2018.              many builders may use this time to
                                                                                      They make great gifts too,
                                          recharge away from the business
Regardless of how busy we are, the                                                    so why not get one for
                                          with family and friends. For others it
Christmas decorations are already on                                                  yourself and one for your
                                          may be an opportunity to reflect and
display in shops and school holidays                                                  staff or subcontractors for
                                          work on, instead of in, the business
are just around the corner. There are                                                 Christmas?
                                          for the New Year. Regardless of how
signs that a break for many is on the
                                          you choose to spend this time, the          Order yours online today at
horizon.
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Therefore my comments this month          to wish all our members and friends         contact the Wollongong office
are focused on reminding all to have      a very Merry Christmas and Happy            on 02 4272 9409.
an enjoyable and safe time during         New Year!
the holiday break. Please make sure
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