Author: Sean Carroll
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Commonwealth Government extends the BAC wage subsidy program
The Commonwealth Government has extended its Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements (BAC) wage subsidy program which lets people claim up to a 50% wage rebate, up to $28,000 ... -
One in four NSW residents dispose of asbestos on-site or in kerbside bins
Research commissioned by the NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has found an alarming lack of knowledge around how to deal with asbestos by homeowners and trade ... -
Standards Australia releases Small Business Sets to greater access at an affordable cost
Following the launch of the Standards Store earlier this year, Standards Australia has launched a new product series, the Small Business Sets (SBS). The SBS has ... -
Steel Blue releases new slate-coloured boots
Steel Blue has released its new line of slate-coloured boots targeted at the next generation of ‘trendy tradies’ and ‘lady tradies’. The slate boot incorporates all ... -
Ai Group to establish ETIM chapter, expand construction industry’s supply chain
The national employer association Ai Group has announced that it has been licensed to establish a chapter of ETIM International for Australia and New Zealand. The ... -
Surge in DIY home renovations fuelling potential asbestos-related health crisis
A surge in DIY home renovations during pandemic fuelling potential asbestos-related health crisis. Australians are being asked to think twice about asbestos as new research reveals ... -
New Victorian silica safety regulations come into effect
Victoria’s new Occupational Health and Safety Amendment (Crystalline Silica) Regulations 2021 (the Regulations) came into effect on 15 November 2021. These new laws have been introduced ... -
Blundstone #325: The must-have boot for apprentices
Blundstone has launched the #325, the latest style to join their extensive Work & Safety range. This new style joins the popular #984 with an on-trend ... -
Tradies’ mental health crisis sparks increase in targeted support for workforce
While many industries have been forced to halt for the better part of the past two years, Australia’s construction sector has powered through COVID-19 lockdowns and ... -
Introducing the Blundstone #322
Blundstone has launched the #322—the first boot of its kind in the brand’s safety range. It has an innovative microfibre upper—a non-leather material that provides optimum ...
