The Australian published an article this week about how figures showing the health of the building industry, have been bolstered by mining projects. As most South Australian builders know, there is no mining guardian angel to help out the industry here. Battling...
With all the talk of the mining boom, the ABS has released some interesting new figures to put the mining industry in perspective with the other industries. In Australia, the construction industry employs over 1 Million workers. We have many of our students talking...
The Advertiser has a report on Trade Licence Delays claiming that applicants are waiting up to 4 months to have their applications approved. APPRENTICES are waiting four months for their licences to be approved, costing them $300 a week in wages and lost opportunities...
The state government is proposing changes to the driving license system, that may results in people not being able to hold a “P-plate” license until they are 18. Amongst a range of propositions being put forward, the idea of increasing the age to 18 will...
We still have places available for experienced tradespeople to gain a Certificate III in Bricklaying, Tiling, Solid Plastering or Wall & Ceiling Lining. There is no cost for this, but you do need to invest time in preparing your application and proving your...
We have been receiving a lot of calls from people with concerns about the upcoming changes to builder’s licensing requirements. To assist, we have put together some information to help people in the building industry. A copy of this post can be downloaded by...
