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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 ... -
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 ... -
World Toilet Summit 2017
The World Toilet Summit will be taking place at the Melbourne Convention Centre from 20-21 November 2017. This global event brings together various sanitation stakeholders under ... -
Laser Group raises $132,000 for beyondblue
When the statistics of depression within the construction industry were released not too long ago, it was a no brainer that Laser Plumbing & Electrical managing ... -
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 ... -
WorkSafe cracking down on bullying
WorkSafe Victoria has announced a new three-year program will be set in place to target workplace bullies, teach employers about abusive behaviour in the workplace and how ... -
Standards Australia seeks market terms
Standards Australia is asking global publishers and distributors to provide market terms for the distribution of its technical documents and other content under a Request for Proposal as it ... -
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. ... -
Green Star changes sees the introduction of carbon zero buildings
The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) has announced the introduction of carbon zero buildings. GBCA released new versions of the Green Star Interiors rating tools ...
