While we support, in principle, fee-free VET courses and the Government’s skills and training agenda in general, the legislation of free TAFE is unnecessary and will have unintended impacts on highly successful not-for-profit, private registered training organisations. #auspol

Good news but the government is not off the hook just yet. Housing-related #inflation must be controlled, and this requires a focus on the supply side of the economy. Full release: masterbuilders.com.au/housing-costs-… #auspol

Master Builders Australia has launched its Federal Election campaign today, putting all politicians on notice to stop the talk and deliver real action to end the housing crisis. To find out more about how we can Build More Homes for Aussies, head to MoreHomesForAussies.com.au

STATEMENT ON PASSING OF BRIAN SEIDLER AM The building and construction industry has lost one of its finest leaders with the passing of Brian Seidler AM, the long-standing Executive Director of Master Builders Association of NSW. 1/3

Today, the Master Builders family around the country is mourning the loss of a leader who’s selfless 40-year devotion ensured that the industry’s voice was heard. The building and construction industry is in a better place because of Brian Seidler. 2/3

Brian’s tireless, tenacious, and energetic commitment was astonishing, and his legacy is far reaching. We will miss him greatly. Our thoughts are with his family and the staff of Master Builders NSW. 3/3

The ball is in your court Anthony Albanese Senator Murray Watt Petaren’t Dutton Senator the Hon. Michaelia Cash

The Albanese Government cannot rely on the CFMEU administration alone to fix this abhorrent and alleged criminal behaviour that we have seen displayed over the past nine months. Full release: masterbuilders.com.au/enough-is-enou… #auspol

“Right now, that clean-out is simply not happening, or certainly not on the scale required.” Nick McKenzie on Building Bad — corruption rife. theage.com.au/national/those…

Find out everything you need to know about the federal budget! Register below us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regist…

Without a thriving building and construction industry, we won’t be able to build more homes for Aussies. Full release: masterbuilders.com.au/budget-reply-r… #auspol #FederalBudget

Good news for small builders! The $20K instant asset write-off is being extended, but we're is calling for it to be made permanent and expanded. #auspol #federalelection

Now that the Fed Budget and week one of the #FederalElection campaign are done and dusted, let's check out how the political parties fared. We'll update the report card each week as announcements are made and whether it will fix or make the housing crisis worse.

Week two of the #FederalElection campaign draws to a close, which means we have a new report card! So how are the ALP, Coalition and Greens tracking? * Shaded boxes mean there has been a change in emoji ranking.

The housing market is beginning to show signs of life after a difficult two years, and with inflation and interest rates easing, the conditions are right to support greater investment in new housing. But we need government to step up. Release: masterbuilders.com.au/housing-market…

Both major parties have made some announcements to ease the housing crisis, but we are still tinkering with the edges. It’s time to take the foot off the brake. Full story: theaustralian.com.au/nation/politic…

A bit of activity on the housing front this weekend with a series of announcements from both major parties. So, how do these policies stack up? Read here: masterbuilders.com.au/housing-is-fro…

Week 3 #FederalElection report card: - Expansion of home buyer guarantee - $10bn to build $100,000 homes for FHB - First home buyer tax deductions - New Australian Technical Colleges - Uncertainty around if ALP will touch negative gearing/CGT during crossbench negotiations

We need more skilled, qualified tradies on the ground to build the homes our communities desperately need. This program fast-tracks that goal by helping experienced workers get the qualifications and recognition they deserve. Full release: masterbuilders.com.au/fast-tracked-t…

Master Builders Australia is proud to announce the launch of Master Builders Contracts! These are the same contracts you’re already familiar with. The same Master Builders Contracts you know and trust, just digital. Find out more now! masterbuilders.com.au/master-builder…