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NCC 2016 Vol One Amendment 1 Public Comment Draft
The NCC will be amended out-of-cycle prior to NCC 2019. This amendment is a result of a Building Ministers’ direction to the ABCB to expedite completing ... -
2017 Think Brick Award winners display outstanding innovation
The Crown Palladium in Melbourne was filled with members of the architectural community who attended a gala ceremony on Thursday, 10 August for the announcement of ... -
What can tradies claim on their tax returns?
Tradies can claim deductions for expenses that directly relate to their work as an employee, including car, travel, tools and equipment, clothing, self-education and other work-related ... -
ABCB seeking comment on NCC 2019
The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) has announced that it is seeking comment from stakeholders on the proposal to create a single set of governing requirements ... -
Australian construction activity surges in July
Australia’s construction industry experienced soaring activity levels in July according to the Australian Industry Group (Ai Group). Ai Group’s latest Performance of Construction Index (PCI) shows ... -
Philmac working dogs
Australian pipe fittings manufacturer Philmac has announced a nationwide talent search for the country’s most impressive working dogs. Philmac is looking for Blue Heelers to be ... -
WorkSafe inspectors focus on scaffolding
Builders and contractors are being urged by WorkSafe inspectors to make scaffolding a safety priority on Victorian construction sites after a string of serious injuries and near ... -
Standards Australia seeks market terms
A huge step forward has been taken in making Australian Standards more accessible with Australia’s peak standards development body asking global publishers and distributors to provide ... -
WorkSafe cracking down on workplace bullying
A three-year program set in place by WorkSafe will attempt to target workplace bullies and teach employers about abusive behaviour in the workplace and how to ... -
Tax deductions on the rise for tradies
The latest Australian tax return data has been analysed by Etax.com.au, which found that on average tradies claim $4,871 worth of deductions on their tax returns. ...
