27 July 2010
From Our Director
Federal Election 2010
During the early stages of the 2010 Federal Election campaign, most of the big issues have a housing focus – from housing supply, affordability and regional city infrastructure to skills, immigration and business compliance. These are key issues for HIA members, for our industry and for the nation.

As part of the lead up to the 2010 Federal Election on August 21st, HIA has put a series of questions to the three main parties – Labor, the Coalition and the Greens. The questions canvass a wide range of issues of significance to our members and our industry. The questions raised cover subjects including housing affordability, infrastructure, immigration, the environment, taxation, contracting, regulation and their commitment to home ownership and a housing portfolio. HIA will inform members of the outcomes of the questions prior to the election date.

 

Clare Larkin
Clare Larkin
Acting Executive Director


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Upcoming Training Courses in Newcastle & Gosford
 Electrical Test & Tag Training – Newcastle
SAVE MONEY! Do you spend a fortune getting your tools and leads tested and tagged? This course will teach attendees how to test and tag power leads and tools safely and accurately. The course will be held in Newcastle on Thursday, 29 Jul 2010, click here to register or call 4014 2000.

OHS National Induction Training – Gosford
Do you or members of your staff require OHS National Induction Training? This training course which is now Nationally Recognised earns 12 points for six hours training. Next course will be conducted in Gosford on Tuesday, 03 Aug 2010, click here to register or call 4014 2000.
Long Service Leave Reporting Requirements
HIA would like to remind members that Long Service Leave Employer Returns are due to be completed and lodged by 31 July 2010. Penalties may apply for late lodgement. Returns can be completed online or via a paper form. You can contact the Long Service Payments Corporation or access the online services from here. For more information, contact your Workplace Adviser on 1300 650 620.

Considering Dismissing An Employee?
A Small Business Fair Dismissal Code (Code) provides guidance to federal system small business employers who are considering dismissing employees. You can access the Code, together with the updated checklist from here or call a HIA Workplace Adviser on 1300 650 620.

BASIX Certificates
From 22 July BASIX certificates will be given a new layout and standardised look for single and multi dwelling types. The front page of the certificates will include a signature box, to be completed by the person and/or company that created the certificate. Click here to view a sample of the new certificates.

New Energy Labelling Standards
New energy labelling standards for air conditioners and refrigerators came into force on 1 April 2010. The new standards reduce the number of stars on the label for the same energy consumption. BASIX adopts the new energy labelling standards from 22nd July 2010. Click here for more information.

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Undertaking work exceeding $250K in value?
HIA Safety Services is a great place to start managing your OH&S responsibilities. Click here for more information.

Waterproofing Wet Areas - Know Your Requirements!
HIA receives a large volume of enquires on waterproofing wet areas in single dwellings. Click here to find out what the requirements are and how you can meet them.

Proposed Expansion of NSW Housing Code
The Department of Planning recently visited Newcastle to present the proposed changes to the NSW Housing Code. The existing Code will be extended to allow single dwellings and renovations to existing dwellings on lots 200sqm and greater (down from the current 450sqm minimum). Click here to access the Discussion Paper. HIA will gather feedback and respond to the proposals on behalf of our members. Members are encouraged to provide comments to HIA prior to 3 August by emailing NSWPlanning@hia.com.au or calling 4014 2000.

Apprentice Kickstart Bonus Extension
The Australian Government has extended the Apprentice Kickstart Bonus. HIA will pass on the full bonus of $3,350 to its qualifying hosts if they employ an apprentice between 12 May and 12 November, 2010. Host an apprentice now - Enquire how HIA Apprentices can help you. Phone Bronwyn on 4014 2000.
 
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