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Signed up to LinkedIn, but not sure what to do next?
Master Builders Geraldton is holding a 4-hour workshop on Thursday, November 30. Marketing expert Gemma Moore is running it and will provide clear guidelines to help your business get the most out of Facebook and LinkedIn. Contact our Geraldton office to secure your spot.
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Review of Local Government Act
For the first time in more than 20 years, the Local Government Act is being reviewed to modernise it and reduce red tape. Members can attend 14 consultation workshops in November and December. Click here for details. Master Builders will be making a submission by the closing date of February 9.
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Growing Apprenticeships & Traineeships
The State Training Board has published a Consultation Paper seeking suggestions on how to increase the take-up of apprenticeships and traineeships across WA. Click here for details. Consultations will be held in Kalgoorlie on November 24 and Bunbury on November 27. Member feedback is invited.
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Skin Cancer Awareness Week
November 19 to 25 is National Skin Cancer Awareness Week. 96FM will be highlighting a range of activities during this period. UV Daily is a good source of information for members who should ensure that workers who are exposed to the sun are appropriately protected.
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Modular Construction Conference
Two modular construction and pre-fabrication conferences are being held early next year in Sydney (February 28 to March 1) and Melbourne (March 5 to 7). Click here for details.
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Update from Training
Master Builders was represented on a Roundtable Consultation regarding new programs the Department of Employment is developing for mature age job seekers. These new programs form part of the $110 million Mature Age Employment Package that was announced in the 2017-18 Budget.
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Procure South West
One of the South West’s biggest industry and networking events of the year takes place on November 24 to 25 at South Regional TAFE in Bunbury. Click here for details.
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Synthetic Drugs
Master Builders has partnered with Sideffect to raise awareness amongst employers, employees, apprentices and students of the dangers of synthetic drugs. Click here to learn more.
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HOME Editorial
Click here to read the Director’s latest editorial in The Sunday Times HOME magazine on November 12, which reports on the best apprentices from this year’s Apprentice of the Year Awards.
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What Does Your Construction Works Insurance Pay For?
It’s important for builders to understand exactly what sort of Construction Works Insurance policy they have and what it will deliver when they make claims where defective works are involved. Click here for more information and call the team at MBA Insurance Services on 1800 150 888 to ensure you’re adequately covered.
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Yoga for Men
To celebrate Men's Health month this November, there is a brand new yoga class every Tuesday night in the city at The Yoga Vine’s boutique studio, 187 St Georges Tce, Perth, from 7.15pm to 8.15pm. This one-hour class aims to invigorate and inspire even the stiffest and sorest of bodies. Everyone is welcome.
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Cbus Superannuation
FutureNet WA is hosting a lunch at The University Club of WA on Thursday, November 23. Cancer researcher, bioinformatician and science communicator, Tane Hunter, of Future Crunch is the guest speaker. Contact WA Consult Australia for more information and register here by tomorrow to avoid missing out.