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Edition #1 of 2010

Welcome to the first edition of HIA’s trade & renovation enews for the year, which contains information about the latest changes to the BCA (effective 1 May 2010), information on claiming tax deductions for your home office, the latest in new products, plus the latest trend in Italy, bright red curved kitchens! If there is anything you would like us to write about in the next edition, please email me at renovations@hia.com.au.

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INDUSTRY & TECHNICAL UPDATES

BCA changes as of 1 May 2010 – 6 star energy efficiency

BCA changes as of 1 May 2010 – 6 star energy efficiencyBCA changes as of 1 May 2010 – Australian standards

The New Solar Credits System

ON-SITE NEWS

Greensmart Guidance Materials

A new OH&S National Falls Code is coming!

Scaffolding – NSW changes (with step-by-step guide)

 

BUSINESS & ECONOMIC NEWS

Extra Tax Deductions for Home-Based Businesses

HIA Guide – Independent Contractor or Employee?

The government’s “Essential Handbook for Contractors”

NEW PRODUCTS & TRENDS

Tools for trades

New products & materials

Renovation Trends

EVENTS & TRAINING

2010 HIA-CSR  National Australian Housing Awards  – Click here to see who the winners are

Click here for events in your region

Click here for training in your region

HELP, INFORMATION & ADVICE

HIA Safety Services

HIA Apprentices

Checklist of Member Benefits & Savings

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