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2 SA BUILDER FEBRUARY – MARCH 2016

President: Richard Bryant

Deputy President: Peter Salveson

Vice Presidents: Mario Romaldi, Christopher Leopold

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FOREWORDS 04 CEO’S Report 06 President’s Report

REPORTS 07 Master Builders News

UPDATES 19 Finance 26 Legal 27 Industrial Relations 28 Planning 35 Safety, Quality and Environment 37 Development and Technical

FEATURES 40 Waterproofing 45 Project Feature: BADGE 52 Project Feature: Royal Adelaide Hospital 60 Roofing and Cladding

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SA BUILDER FEBRUARY–MARCH 2016

Contents

FIELDERS STEEL


IAN MARKOS, CEO, Master Builders SA CEO’s Report

A line on a map

Restraint on supply simply increases value as demand remains relatively constant in South Australia given we continue to build approximately 8,000 independent dwellings a year. Th e premium on land available to build new homes decreases housing aff ordability and market competition as land is concentrated into the hands of those that can aff ord to buy large tracts of land within the ugb.

Th ere appears to be no time limit to the ugb and with the 30 Year Plan in place there will be a voracious drive to buy land within the boundary that will see the mean price of blocks increase possibly from 25%–40% depending on how attractive the land is to develop. Th e current proposed legislation will require the House of Representatives and the Legislative Council (LC) to ratify any future changes to the ugb.

An ugb that is virtually set in stone requiring control of both Houses to amend!

When has an elected government had the luxury of controlling both Houses especially with the increased representation of minor interest parties in the LC elected to “keep the bastards honest?”

Th e current South Australian Government is wedded to the 30 Year Plan and its objectives to concentrate development on infi ll projects with support for much higher density, high rise apartments or transport orientated development on major access routes. However, what if that style of living is not what the market demands?

Certainly the ugb is a blunt instrument to ensure that aff ordable land in greenfi elds sites north and south of the city is no longer an option with the subsequent eff ect of supply and demand making land within the ugb not aff ordable for fi rst home buyers who want to live in independent dwellings. Th e ugb forces fi rst home buyers into apart-ments and encourages the elderly downsizers into medium and high density living - options that the market may not fi nd attractive.

Aff ordable housing has been an advantage for South Australia to attract industry and skilled migrants but with the instituting of an ugb that advantage is negated and guaranteed to push the price of housing up.

I am not making a case for laissez faire land development as we would all agree there are heritage and agricultural regions that need protection and these spring to mind very readily like the vines of the McLaren Vale region. Th ese areas need protection as they are in the interests of all South Australians, present and future, to protect. However, land to both the south and north with very little agri-value should not be within the ugb and should be on the market as aff ordable land for prospective home owners.

An ugb is like a lottery win for land owners holding within the boundary and a 30 year disappointment for their neighbours across the road out of the ugb. However, more importantly it makes housing less aff ordable and infringes on the buyers choice of lifestyle .

We have been working closely with the Deputy Premier over the past four months to fundamentally improve the Planning Development and Infrastructure Bill and will continue to work with the StateGovernment, opposition and minor parties and we welcome any further opportunities to engage with Members of Parliament on this important reform. Th is is a once in a generation opportunity to get plan-ning reform right in South Australia to promote certainty, simplicity and economic development for a state in desperate need of economic stimulus and we will continue to lobby Parliamentarians to consider this imperative with continuing deliberations on the Bill.

Th e consequences of drawing a line on a map can cause social, cultural and economic change. Consider lines that represent a new bridge which opens up a regions economic opportunity like the Berri Bridge or a new highway like the Northern Connector that improves the logistics of commercial road distribution or a new breakwater that establishes a marina at Holdfast Shores. Any new line on a map whether it be a road, bridge, tunnel, changes to a shoreline etc, will have consequential changes to the community.

In most part we call this development and with careful consideration of either public or private projects these new lines on a map are for the public good and deliver far reaching economic and social benefi ts.

Can the same be said of the instituting of an urban growth boundary (ugb)?

Th e immediate eff ect of an ugb is the restraint on land supply for development and the consequential infl ated price of land inside the line. Th e cost of land due to the arbitrary line on the map can be a bonanza of wealth where the value of land is increased tens of times compared to the land across the road outside of the line.


IAN MARKOS, CEO, Master Builders Australia Safety, Quality and EnvironmentPresident’s Report RICHARD BRYANT, President, Master Builders SA

Supply chain management1,000 homes in 1,000 days what better time to investigate your supply chain management to deliver greater effi ciencies and reduce costs.

Supply chain management is the rationalization of a business’ supply-side activities to maximize customer value and to gain a compet-itive advantage in the marketplace. Supply chain management (SCM) represents an eff ort by suppliers to develop and implement supply chains that are as effi cient and economical as possible. Supply chains are inclusive of all enterprises that are involved from concept to delivery and are inclusive of the soft ware and IT systems to drive the activity.

SCM will seek to centrally control or link the production, logistics, distribution, erection and hand over of the product. By managing the supply chain, enterprises are able to decrease costs and deliver the product in less time. Th rough tighter control on planning, sales, material acquisition, production, delivery, waste, environmental and health and safety, houses can be built quicker and cheaper.

SCM is based on the idea that nearly every product that comes to market results from the eff orts of various organisations called the supply chain. Although these supply chains have existed for ages, until recently most companies have paid little attention to them.

In the construction industry and particularly the residential sector the supply chain hub has been historically located on site where trades and materials meet in a hub of building activity. We have developed sophisticated scheduling supported by soft ware to effi ciently and aff ordably integrate building activity but all relatively in situ and subject to variables including weather, accessibility, availability of trades and materials.

SCM requires that we have a much more controlled and centralised approach to building that can be supported by new materials, techniques and technologies where componentry of a building rather than built on site are fabricated off site, delivered and assembled on site.

Application of good SCM practices is supported by new building sys-tems in light weight steel fabrication, engineered wood product including cross laminated timber and light weight structural walling systems that

are available in South Australia. Light weight building systems and tech-nologies are eff ective for good SCM systems as they eliminate the need and cost for large machinery to lift heavy loads.

Th e mining industry has used information modelling soft ware that we have come to know as BIM, building information modelling, which is an intelligent model-based process that provides insight to help plan, design, construct, and manage buildings and infrastructure that is inclusive of good SCM practice. In our industry SCM is the oversight of materials, information, fi nances as they move in a process from sup-plier to manufacturer to builder to consumer. SCM involves coordinating and integrating these fl ows both within and among companies.

Naturally if a builder can also control the manufacture of the materials into components of the building there is greater opportu-nity to provide the highest degree of customer satisfaction at the lowest possible cost. If the provision of land is also for the builder/developer a component of SCM, then further effi ciencies and cost saving can be passed on through a more complete chain of management.

SCM requires a commitment from the partners in the chain to work collaboratively and cooperatively to coordinate the delivery of the product to the consumer. Not all materials to build a house can be either produced, sourced or supplied from one entity so that the chain created will extend to dedicated partners.

I encourage members to investigate the use of innovative and prefabricated materials in their Supply Chain Management to bring about a reduction in construction time creating greater aff ordability, less waste and improved quality control measures that will result in a more consistent and high quality product.

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Master Builder News

2015 Master Builders Members Christmas Celebration Over 400 members and industry stakeholders joined in the festive cheer at the Master Builders Members Christmas celebration held under the majestic natural shade canopy on the iconic hill at Adelaide Oval.

CEO, Ian Markos and President, Richard Bryant welcomed guests and wished all attendees a safe, happy Christmas and enjoyable break after another very challenging year in the industry.

Formalities were left aside to enable members to catch up and network with fellow industry participants in a relaxed casual environment whilst enjoying entertainment by KT Buzz Duo.

Friendly rivalry was enjoyed by those who were vying for the top score in the pin ball challenge and driving skills were put to the test at the wheels of Daytona.

A cheeky elf on stilts dished out more than his fair share of Christmas cheer and kept guests well and truly amused.

For those who claimed to be true “Master Builders”, the ability to ‘drive a nail home’ with the least amount of hammer strikes certainly

proved a major challenge. Needless to say there’s a reason why nail guns are so popular now a days.

Thank you to all attendees and we look forward to another prosperous and successful year to come.


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Each quarter your Master Builders Association will email you a link to an online survey canvassing your views. The information gathered from the survey provides a valuable tool to members for business planning as well as raising the profile of our industry with important decision makers.

Next time you receive an email about the survey, please take a few minutes to complete It. Your contribution is valuable and would be appreciated.

National Survey of Building and Construction quarterly reports are downloadable free from our website.


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South Australian projects have taken out four of the top awards at this year’s Master Builders’ National Excellence in Building and Construc-tion Awards, held on the Gold Coast Saturday 14 November.

Lendlease’s redevelopment of Adelaide Oval was named as the coun-try’s best commercial construction project over $100 million, and the company’s construction of Flinders University’s new Tonsley campus was named as the best commercial or industrial project $50 million to $100 million.

2015 National Building Excellence Award Winners

Winner–National Commercial/Industrial Construction Award–over 100mThe extraordinary scale and complexity of this project was successfully managed by Lendlease and required them to develop and implement many sophisticated systems in relation to Quality Assurance, Program-ming and Safety. This became particularly relevant in relation to the millions of man hours required to construct the project.

Winner–National Commercial/Industrial Construction Award–$50m to $100mLendlease worked successfully within a number of significant restric-tions and challenges to produce an exceptionally high score in all assessment categories. The execution of a very high level of finishes and complex detailing was exceptional and a number of innovative solutions initiated by Lendlease were used to deliver this project ahead of time and within budget.

Winner–National Environment and Energy Efficiency Commercial Building AwardKauppila constructed a well finished and cost effective project on a remote and difficult site. The attention to the many environmental issues and use of local contractors and on site materials was a key requirement of the client and the project was delivered in an accelerated timeframe, meeting all the objectives of the client.

Winner–National Lifestyle Housing for Seniors Award– Purpose Built Detached DwellingIn a water course setting, with a backdrop of revegetated wetlands, this retirement village consists of modern, efficient, practical and affordable homes. The builder’s commitment to the principles of sustainability is evident throughout the development. External and internal walls and ceilings are fully insulated. Living areas feature extensive true north double glazing, good cross flow ventilation and ceiling fans. Solar shades maximise the winter sun while providing shade in the summer. Resi-dents are able reap the benefits of sustainable, energy efficient living in a unique environment.

Kangaroo Island-based Kauppila was recognized for its work on the Little Sahara Interpretative Centre – a commercial project under $1 mil-lion that valued environmental and local employment outcomes within an accelerated timeframe. The project won the National Environment and Energy Efficiency Commercial Building Award.

Victor Harbor-based South Coast Constructions won the National Lifestyle Housing for Seniors Award for its work on the purpose-built detached dwellings for Chiton Retirement Village.

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Spring Carnival fever was definitely in the air when over 300 Master Builders and their guests descended on the Moet & Chandon Pavilion at Morphettville to enjoy the 2015 Master Builders Cox Plate Race day.Sharp suits and fascinators were the order of the day keeping the judges of the “best dressed” well and truly on their toes. The day offered plenty of opportunities to enjoy a “flutter” so it was no surprise to hear several attendees proclaiming to have “won big”!

With champagne flowing from the start, the atmosphere in the elegant marquee was laid back and relaxed enabling guests to enjoy a sumptuous three course meal and mingle and network with their industry peers. Its little surprise that many attendees partied on well into the evening.

Guest tipster Terry McAuliff provided a good insight to the horses and their chances of winning as well as some background information about the races to be run on the day.

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Media Release: Flash of brilliance: the first major roofing innovation in decades

For as long as anyone in the building and construction industry can remember, roofers and plumbers have hand-drawn the measurements for “flashing”, the metal lengths or sheets used to weatherproof a roof.

Typically, an order – a few rough lines and measurements on paper - might have been faxed through to the flashing supplier; in recent years some tradies have been known to take a photo of a sketch drawn onto a roof timber on their smartphone and texted or emailed it to the supplier.

All through the various stages of manufacture optimising, slitting and folding the steel into the required shape and length, the flashing fabri-cator usually had to interpret what they thought the customer wanted.

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RevBend is the most advanced automated ordering system for cus-tomised flashing in Australia and it was developed at the Regency Park headquarters of industry innovator Revolution Roofing.

Starting with a tablet, Windows smartphone or laptop, an order can be drawn precisely with a fingertip while standing on a building site. The design can be rotated in 3D and coloured and edited to the chosen design.

Then computerised machinery linked to the software responds by choosing coils of steel, cutting and folding to precise measurements with the order ready for collection within 10 hours.

“We’ve taken what our industry says was too hard and we’ve made it happen,” says Eric Lien, National Product Manager at Revolution Roofing.

“We’ve combined five previous processes into one.

“We’ve converted scribbles and guesswork into exact, electronic specifications. Now there’s no margin for error.”

The 12–14 months of research, development and constant testing with customers has replaced the old guesswork and wastage – repeat work caused by misinterpreted drawings – with accuracy, efficiency and productivity.

These gains have reduced the lead times for componentry – following the “Just-In-Time” manufacturing principle, RevBend has a rate of 10 hours from ordering to delivery; this compares to a Just-in-Time rate of 24 hours in the automotive industry.

Lien said a Swiss fabrication company reviewed the RevBend system against the industry benchmark of 800 flashing folds per shift; Revo-lution Roofing was achieving 1000-1200 per shift, just one week after RevBend went live.

“Despite all the advances in materials and design we see in today’s construction industry, by nature it tends to be still cautious and con-servative,” Lien said.

“This is technology that requires behaviour change – it had to be simple and easy to use.

“You can order your roof now like you’re ordering a pizza.”Revolution Roofing installs and activates its software on a customer’s

computer hardware: PCs, tablets, Windows smartphones.Tutorials and support are provided and the RevBend software has been

coded to automatically update itself.Within weeks of going live mid–2015, the use of RevBend jumped 400

per cent, an uptake rate that has prompted Revolution Roofing to accel-erate plans to make available online its entire product catalogue - roofing and cladding sheets, guttering and downpipes.

The technology change is not just at the user or customer-end; the RevBend system fully automates the flashing manufactured inside Revolution Roofing’s Regency Park factory – and uses existing technology such as QR (Quick Read) barcodes to identify and track individual orders.

Revolution Roofing recently celebrated the 500,000th RevBend fold in Adelaide and the program has also been rolled out in Revolution Roofing’s Perth factory to similar successes.

What’s next for the innovative Revolution Roofing?“Did I mention world dominance?” Lien cheekily remarks. Revolution Roofing has grown from its start-up workforce of 20

to nearly 200 employees in Adelaide and Perth. It is headquartered at Regency Park, where it manufactures its Revolution, True Oak Superior Corrugated* and Victory products.

*True Oak is our range of corrugated roofing based on the original 19th Century ‘Gospel Oak’ design that is a rounder, fuller, deeper and more shapely profile than the more narrow corrugated roofing that emerged in the mid-20th Century. It is also up to 40% stronger than normal corrugated iron.

Revolution Roofing is a strong, successful South Australian-owned business and all its own products are made locally from 100% Australian BlueScope COLORBOND® Steel. Revolution Roofing prides itself on creating world-first innovations in steel fabrication.

For more information, contact Eric Lien, National Product Manager, Revolution Roofing on 8352 0911.


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The restoration of the iconic 50 Martin Place in Sydney has earned Brookfield Multiplex to be named as the prestigious National Commer-cial Master Builder of the Year at Master Builders Australia’s National Excellence in Building and Construction Awards 2015 on Saturday 14 November.

“Congratulations and commendations must go to Brookfield Multiplex for their outstanding work on this iconic Sydney landmark,” Wilhelm Harnisch CEO of Master Builders Australia said.

The world class restoration also earned Brookfield Multiplex the National Commercial Historical Restoration/Renovation Award at the ceremony held at Jupiters on the Gold Coast.

“Brookfield has absolutely achieved the excellence that marks the company as a Master Builder in their restoration and renovation of 50 Martin Place in Sydney’s CBD,” he said.

“The work on the landmark historical building was carried out above the operational Commonwealth Bank business at ground level,” Wil-helm Harnisch said.

“Brookfield’s excellence on this project has been underpinned by their skill, expertise and experience which they used to overcome the signifi-cant challenges of the project to deliver such a positive outcome for their clients and the community,” he said.

“Major structural demolition and reconfiguration works as well as the addition of a new structural steel and glass dome were required. Noise limitations, extensive lead paint removal and combining new technology and materials with the building’s heritage fabric were also all managed by Brookfield on this project,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.

There is no doubt that Brookfield Multiplex are deserving winners of this National Excellence Award in recognition of their work on the iconic 50 Martin Place Sydney,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.

Brookfield Multiplex Named Master Builder Of The YearBy Master Builders Australia

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BUILDING IDEAS SEASON 2016Building IdeasTM is the flagship building and home improvement television program for South Australia. It promotes the good news stories of South Australian builders and aims to inform home buyers and renovators of the latest building trends, products and services.

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Bring forward stamp duty tax cuts to boost work, create jobsA lack of big ticket items is slowing South Australia’s commercial building and construction sector but data released today points to a stronger residential sector.

Th ere was $740.1 million of South Australian private residential con-struction work done in the September 2015 quarter, up 10.1 per cent on the last quarter and 11.9 per cent compared to fi ve years ago.

However, commercial or non-residential building continues to fl ag: the $524.9 million of South Australian work undertaken in the Sep-tember quarter shows a marginal increase (2.1 per cent) on the previous quarter but an 8.9 per cent drop compared to last year and a massive 25.4 per cent drop compared to fi ve years ago.

Ian Markos said the results provided a strong case for the State Gov-ernment to bring forward its proposed stamp duty cuts.

“Th e State Government has three levers it can pull to protect jobs in the building and construction sector:• it can fund new projects, and we are hopeful to see movement on

that front in coming weeks• it can change the regulatory landscape, and we are working to cut red tape• it can provide direct incentives to unlock business confi dence to

invest in the State,” he said.

“Th e proposed cuts to stamp duty on non-residential properties over three years are likely to create real opportunities for much-needed redevelopment.

“Business confi dence is starting to improve. Instead of phasing cuts in over three years, the Government should bring them forward to stimulate activity and secure jobs now.

“We would also seek some reassurance that the sector will not be hit by a new tax or levy. Th e last thing we need is another tax to make people think twice about investing when we need everyone to think: ‘yes, it’s time to act’.”

A national survey undertaken Master Builders Australia recently showed South Australian businesses were concerned about falling levels of business activity but were optimistic about where their business was heading.


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Budget Stimulus Delivers More Than 150km of Additional Road WorksWorks have started or will soon begin on more than 150 kilometres of South Australian roads under the State Government’s $165 million Budget stimulus package.

Th e Transport and Infrastructure Minister said regional areas would benefi t most from the works, which will boost productivity and improve safety, while supporting hundreds of jobs.

The 2015/16 State Budget stimulus package includes: • An additional $70 million to improve critical road infrastructure • An additional $40 million to improve the safety of roads • $55 million for a new 2.8 kilometre road in Gawler East “Th e additional funding for critical road maintenance and road safety works will create more than 300 jobs by delivering more than 185 projects across the State,” Mr Mullighan said.

“Together with the Gawler East Link project more than 400 jobs are being supported over the four years of the stimulus package.

“Th is funding is on top of the State Government’s annual spend on road maintenance and safety projects.”

Projects already completed include rehabilitation and resurfacing works at:• Happy Valley Drive – almost 1km from Manning Road to

Windebanks Road.• Port Wakefi eld Road – almost 1.5km near Balaklava • Shoulder sealing along about 7 kilometres of the Balaklava Road

between Balaklava and Bowman has also been completed and works are underway to rehabilitate almost 2 kilometres of the Waterloo Corner Road between Whites Road and Lawrie Street.

About 17 kilometres of the Copper Coast Highway between Paskeville and Kadina will also undergo road safety and maintenance works.

Road rehabilitation and resurfacing projects set to commence before the end of the year include: • RM Williams Way – about 6km between Spalding and Hutt River • Daws Road – about 800m from Winston Avenue to Goodwood Road • Marion Road – about 1.3km from Th irza Avenue to Alawoona Avenue • Regency Road – about 1.6km between Hampstead Road to

Main North Road • Main South Road – about 1.2km between Myponga and Yankalilla • Meadows to Willunga – about 5km between Meadows and Phillips Road• Barossa Valley Way – about 2km within Tanunda Township • Prospect Road – about 700m between Marmion Street to Lional Avenue • Diagonal Road – about 600m between Oaklands Road to Harding Street • Berri to Loxton Road – about 1km between Lock to Mildura • Loxton to Pinnaroo – about 800m within the Loxton Township

Road safety improvements set to commence before the end of the year include: • Farrell Flat Road – about 16km between Clare and Farrell Flat• Tod Highway – $1.5 million reshaping curves along about 16km

between Lock and Tooligie• RM Williams Way – about 6km between Spalding and Clare • Two Wells Roads – about 3km near Gawler

“Roads are the arteries of our economy, which is why we are embarking on a targeted approach to rehabilitate key roads to maximise economic and safety benefi ts for communities across the State,” Mr Mullighan said.

“Th is funding is in addition to joint State and Commonwealth $2.5 billion investment to build Torrens Road to River Torrens upgrade, Darlington Interchange and Northern Connector.

Mr Mullighan said over the next four years the road stimulus package would provide for more than 185 road upgrades and road safety improve-ments throughout the State.

“Th e road safety improvements will involve shoulder sealing and audio tactile line-marking on high-speed roads to save lives,” he said.

“Sealing the shoulders of the high-speed roads can make a huge diff erence in preventing a driver from losing control of their vehicle when it strays off the road.

MINISTER STEPHEN MULLIGHAN,Minister for Transport and Infrastructure. Minister Assisting the Minister for Housing and Urban Development.

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“Audio tactile line marking is another effective safety measure which creates noise and vibrations when a motorist veers out of a lane, often because of fatigue or poor visibility.”

Planning and design work for the new $55 million, 2.8 kilometre Gawler East Link Road is also underway with construction due to start next financial year.

“This project will not only provide economic and social benefits for the residents, it will also support 110 construction industry jobs in northern Adelaide,” Mr Mullighan said.


Finance

Th e Government is to be commended for their consultative approach in seeking to strengthen corporate governance of superannuation funds.

“Master Builders Australia is encouraged by Assistant Treasurer Kelly Dwyer’s pragmatic approach to strengthening corporate governance without lessening the integrity and rationale of for industry superan-nuation funds,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.

“Industry superannuation funds play a proper and important role as part of Australia’s retirement system,” he said.

“Master Builders backs the Government’s proposal for superannu-ation funds to have to minimum of one third independent directors, including having an independent chair and commends the Govern-ment for listening to the legitimate concerns of industry super funds,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.

“Th e Government’s decision to no longer pursue the impracticable ‘if not, why not’ reporting requirements in this context is evidence of the Government’s willingness to listen and genuinely engage with the industry super fund sector and their stakeholders,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.

Master Builders backs Government’s consultative approach to superannuation fund changes

“Bolstered by a 3.9 per cent rise in October, the number of dwelling approvals remains at record highs with the strong pipeline of work to keep builders busy well into 2016,” Peter Jones said.

“Master Builders expects the high level of approvals to translate into 220,000 starts this fi nancial year taking the cumulative total to more than 600,000 in three years, for an increase of 30 per cent on the previous three years,” he said.

“Th e surge in new supply coming on stream will work to eat into the large housing shortage accrued in the previous decade due to under-building. Th e unfortunate reality however is that even more supply is needed to address the nation’s supply demand imbalance and improve housing aff ordability,” Peter Jones said.

“Despite the current cyclical rebound in new dwelling construction, supply side reform must be front and centre of the policy agenda. In that respect, Master Builders welcomes Treasurer Scott Morrison’s support for the Government’s National Competition Policy reforms, particularly in the areas of regulation and planning and zoning,” he said.

“With the Government soon to release its MYEFO report, it is important to remember the critical role housing investment is currently playing in supporting growth as the economy struggles to rebalance in the wake of the mining boom. Given its strong multiplier eff ects and employment fl ow-on benefi ts, the housing industry can continue to drive economic growth next year, but the Government must be careful not to spook new home buyer intentions with talk of changes to negative gearing or piecemeal tax reform,” Peter Jones said.

Strength In Building Approvals Confirmed

WILHELM HARNISCH, CEO Master Builders Australia

PETER JONES, Chief Economist


Finance

Residential building strong for next two years


“Master Builders is forecasting another year of solid growth in the value of building work done in 2015/16, providing further impetus to the growth in the Australian economy,” Peter Jones said.

“Th e latest building activity data for the June quarter show that current the residential building upturn has further to run and that claims to the contrary are jumping the gun,” he said.

“Much better than expected dwelling commencements of 211, 500 occurred in 2014/15 and Master Builders forecast another plus 200,000 starts in 2015/16,” Peter Jones said.

“ABS forward indicators and of housing fi nance and building approvals project a solid pipeline of work for residential builders over the next two years and Master Builders expects real growth of two and half per cent in residential building in 2015/16,” he said.

“High rise apartment projects, particularly in Sydney and Melbourne continue to surpass record levels but detached houses are also contrib-uting, up by almost 25 per cent from their level of two years ago,” Peter Jones said.

“New South Wales house starts, seasonally adjusted, jumped 11.6 percent in the June quarter in a hopeful sign that moves by the Baird Government to resolve impediments to land release are beginning to have an impact,” he said.

“Th e forecasts are predicated on interest rates remaining steady in the short to medium term,” Peter Jones said.


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Master Builders Australia strongly backs the focus by the Federal and State/Territory Treasurers on national competition policy at the Council on Federal Financial Relations.

“Master Builders has long called for the Federal Government to adopt national competition policy reforms to drive economic growth and tackle housing aff ordability in particular,” Wilhelm Harnisch, said.

“Th e commitment by state and territory Governments to work with the Federal Government to re-establish a national competition policy framework through which governments can work together to advance reform is particularly welcome and urgent,” he said.

“Th e Treasurers’ recognition of competition policy as a key driver of productivity gains is also important in tackling housing aff ordability,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.

“Structural reforms to boost the housing supply have to be at the core of improving aff ordability and areas under state and local government jurisdic-tion such as planning, development and approval processes and the cutting of excess infrastructure changes are crying out for reforms that will have long lasting benefi ts for fi rst home buyers,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.

“State and territory governments must heed the call by the Harper Review to act decisively to abolish unnecessary regulation and to remove structural impediments to aff ordable housing. Master Builders has consistently called for competition payments to achieve structural reform,” he said.

“Master Builders also welcomes leadership by Victorian Treasurer Tim Pallas in chairing the Council’s housing aff ordability working party and looks forward to working with Federal and State/Territory Governments to look at other complementary areas of supply reform to improve access to aff ordable housing,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.

Treasurers’ commitment to a new national competition policy framework a welcome reboot to reform

“Led by a bounce-back in approvals for high rise apartments, particularly in Brisbane, the 2.2 per cent seasonally adjusted rise in building approvals for September 2015 supports Master Builders’ expectation that housing activity will continue to help fuel growth in the economy and employment for some time to come,” Peter Jones, Chief Economist of Master Builders Australia said.

“But in the context of a still fragile economy, it is important that the Government does not spook the housing market with any unhelpful tax reform discussion about a clamp down on negative gearing,” Peter Jones said.

Resilience in September building approvals




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Despite the positive headline result, the latest housing fi nance data for August 2015 show investor lending starting to suff er eff ects of ‘macropru-dential’ measures.

“Total commitments for owner occupied dwellings, seasonally adjusted, rose by 2.9 per cent in August,” Peter Jones said.

“Encouragingly, owner occupier loans for construction and newly con-structed dwellings rose by 2.5 per cent in the month, to be only slightly down on the same time a year ago in a positive sign for longevity despite the mature stage of cycle,” he said.

“Th e value of loans for investment fell by 0.4 per cent in August. However, more concerning was the big drop-off in investment loans for construction - down 22 per cent on the month and by 2.5 per cent on August 2014,” he said.

“Th e authorities must avoid ‘heavy-handed’ regulations that could cut short the residential building cycle and thereby end the fl ow of new housing supply that is, in turn, essential if Australia is to solve its housing aff orda-bility problem,” Peter Jones said.

Investor construction loans hit by APRA measures



Legal WILHELM HARNISCH, CEO Master Builders Australia

Fair Work Bill fails on union right of entry abuseMaster Builders Australia, in welcoming the Senate’s passing of some parts of the Government’s Fair Work Amendment Bill, is concerned and disappointed that that reforms to stop building unions abusing right of entry provisions were not similarly supported.

“Th e Royal Commission has exposed compelling evidence of how building unions abuse right of entry privileges as party of their bullying of builders to sign EBAs that increase the cost of construction that ultimately is paid for by the community,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.

“Master Builders is calling for reforms to curb building union abuse of right of entry to be re-examined by the Parliament following the Govern-ment’s receipt of Commissioner Heydon’s Final Report,” he said.

“In the meantime despite Master Builders’ disappointment, the community will benefi t from the legislation preventing unions indefi nitely delaying construction of community facilities in pursuit of their industrial agendas,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.

“Master Builders acknowledges the pragmatic and reasoned approach taken by the cross bench Senators in supporting the Bill and looks for-ward to the Senators re-examining their support for the rejected right of entry provisions following the receipt of the Heydon Royal Commission’s Final Report and also their support for the restoration of the powers of the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC),” Wilhelm Harnisch said.

STOPBULLIES


WILHELM HARNISCH, CEO Master Builders Australia Industrial Relations

CFMEU and MUA merger new threat to construction industry“Th e planned merger between the CFMEU and the MUA will be a signifi cant development in Australia’s industrial history,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.

“Master Builders Australia can say with some certainty that the planned merger of Australia’s two most militant unions will not lead to a moderation of industrial relations in the already troubled construction industry,” he said.

“Th at would be a forlorn hope from two unions that are the most militant in Australia and which have scant regard for the impact of their unlawful behaviours on the community,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.

“Th e proposed merger makes more cogent the need and urgency for the Parliament and the Senate cross bench in particular, to get behind the Government’s push to curb industrial thuggery by restoring the powers of the Australian Building and Construction Commission (ABCC),”Wilhelm Harnisch said.


TREASURE TOM KOUTSANTONIS Planning

1000 New Homes In 1000 Days To Boost Construction Industry One thousand new Housing Trust homes will be built in 1000 days to provide a valuable boost to South Australia’s housing and construction industry. Treasurer Tom Koutsantonis said the 2015-16 Mid-Year Budget Review will include $208 million over three years to help stimulate the housing and construction industry.

It builds on the $65 million public housing package announced in 2015-16 State Budget to renovate and rebuild ageing Housing Trust homes to stimulate the sector. Th e 1000 homes in 1000 days program will include:• Th e acceleration of the self-funding Better Neighbourhoods

Program to replace ageing Housing Trust homes with new social housing.

• More than 500 new Housing Trust homes across greater Adelaide including Mount Barker and in regional locations including Naracoorte, Goolwa and the Barossa Valley.

Th e program will be funded through the sale of land and old Housing Trust stock.“Th is is an industry that employs thousands of South Australians. Th is program will provide some certainty to this important sector,” Mr Koutsantonis said.

“It is estimated this initiative will create about 400 jobs in 2016 before ramping up to about 500 jobs in its second and third years.

“By providing these opportunities for industry to build 1000 homes in 1000 days, it will deliver a boost to metropolitan and regional economies.” Deputy Premier John Rau said the program would not just create jobs but provide better homes for Housing Trust tenants.

“We are looking at building these new homes on existing public land in suburbs across greater Adelaide and in regional areas.

“Th is includes areas with large numbers of old Housing Trust homes. “A lot of the stock currently owned by the Housing Trust isn’t serving the needs of tenants, with more demand for smaller dwellings expected to increase as the demographic changes.

“Th is allows us to increase density in sought aft er suburbs and locate people close to the services they need like transport and schools

“Th rough this program we are providing a much needed boost for the construction industry, supporting local jobs and better serving the needs of Housing Trust tenants.” Th e program will complement the Renewing Our Streets and Suburbs strategy that will see the regeneration of all Housing Trust dwellings that pre-date 1968, within the next 15 years.


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Construction and jobs boom for BowdenTh e heart of the State Government’s fl agship urban development at Bowden is about to be transformed with major construction contracts awarded for the new Town Square and retail precinct.

Adelaide-based Landscape Construction Services has won the con-tract to build Bowden Park, while South Australian developer Mossop will signifi cantly upgrade the Plant 4 warehouse in readiness to become the fi rst stage of Bowden’s new retail precinct.

Together the two projects will form Bowden Town Square. Minister for Housing and Urban Development John Rau said it was great to have two South Australian companies working on the landmark projects.

“Th e construction contracts for Bowden Park and the upgrade of Plant 4 are worth about $5 million in total and will support more than 200 jobs for South Australians,” Mr Rau said.

“Construction will begin within weeks so that by mid-2016 Bowden’s Park and the fi rst stage of its retail precinct, as well as the upgrade of the Park Lands opposite Bowden will all be complete.

“Mossop expects to employ about 150 people at various times during construction, while Landscape Construction Services expects more than 80 people to work on Bowden Park.”

Th e two contracts follow the recent announcement that up to 200 apartments will be built by a partnership between Development & Advisory and the Buildtec Group, employing up to 200 workers at the peak of construction and up to a further 600 through the supply chain.

As part of Renewal SA’s training and employment program, Th e Works Program, Landscape Construction Services will provide six work experience placements and two jobs for local people.

Mossop will provide three work experience placements for local people. Mossop will signifi cantly upgrade Plant 4, with its distinctive saw-toothed roof, through the provision of modern utilities and to

ensure it meets Building Code requirements. Th e Ceres group, operators of Th e Market Shed on Holland, will begin fi tting out the building in early 2016. Meantime, LCS will be building Bowden Park, comprising approximately 5,000sqm in the heart of Bowden that will be landscaped with trees, grassed areas and feature gardens.

“Th is time next year, people will be able to shop, eat and dine in the Plant 4 retail precinct and enjoy a picnic or stroll in Bowden Park,” Mr Rau said.

“Barbecue and picnic facilities will be provided along with shelters and interactive play and water elements to encourage day to day use of the park and to provide a central space for outdoor activities for new and existing residents.

“Th e site will be built to accommodate larger outdoor events such as performances and markets and is going to be a major drawcard.”

Plant 4 will have a ground fl oor footprint of approximately 1,900sqm with a fully functional mezzanine level that will have exceptional views of Bowden Park.

Mossop Construction + Interiors is also building the AER1S on the Park apartments at Bowden, in partnership with SA Project Developments Pty Ltd.

Landscape Construction Services recently worked with Renewal SA on the award-winning Playford Alive Town Park in Adelaide’s north.

Th e Bowden development background:• Th e $1 billion Bowden development will see the construction of

more than 2,400 homes for approximately 3,500 new residents over the next 10–12 years.

• Bowden features exciting retail and commercial spaces, an innovative public realm with shared streets and great parks in addition to existing tram, train and bike and cycle links to the city.

DEPUTY PREMIER JOHN RAU, Minister for Housing and Urban Development Economist


Industry outlook for 2016If there was a time to take advice from a Prime Minister, it is now.Taking up leadership of the country last September, Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull declared, “the Australia of the future has to be a nation that is agile, that is innovative, that is creative”.

Th e bricks and mortar of our industry is slowly becoming the graphite gel and prefab of the future, and an expected slowing of demand in South Australia’s building and construction sector creates an opportunity to innovate now for future growth.

Despite the doom and gloom that has found its way into discussions surrounding the South Australian economy, private sector construction demand has been relatively strong.

South Australia recorded $623.8 million of private residential con-struction in the September 2015 quarter, almost 14 per cent more than the same time fi ve years earlier. Th is is refl ected in approvals, which give an indication of short- to medium-term demand. Th ere were 1253 dwellings approved in October 2015, more than 57 per cent better than the same time in the previous year. Over a longer period, there is a better story to tell, with approvals almost double that of ten years ago.

Stepping into our commercial sector, there is a similar story to tell with $402.8 million of private construction activity in September, up 58 per cent from fi ve years earlier. Why, then, has commercial construction dropped 25 per cent compared to fi ve years ago? Government spending.

In 2009 we were in the thrall of the Building Education Revolution with its emphasis on stimulus spending to benefi t the nation’s schools. In South Australia in 2015 we are nearing the completion of the State’s largest and most costly social infrastructure ever built, the New Royal Adelaide Hospital. We expect to see a wind-back of public investment, although we would of course prefer to see a new wave of spending – starting with the planned Courts Precinct, and then potentially moving

into the next wave of the Health and Biomedical Precinct surrounding the new hospital. University investment in this corridor is showing the way with construction on UniSA’s $230 million Health Innovation Building and its $50 million Great Hall on Hindley St leading the way.

As a result of relatively strong private sector demand, the outlook for the sector appears more subdued.

Th ere were 10,855 dwellings approved for the year to October 2015, down 5.8 per cent on the 11,519 approvals in the year prior, and down 3.5 per cent on the average of 11,253 dwellings approved every year for the past 10 years.

Th e State Government’s plan to rejuvenate our social housing stocks will go some way to returning the sector to its long-term average, and the $208 million investment will be welcome but forecasts produced by Master Builders Australia point to two slower years ahead before the residential sector begins to grow again, with house construction preparing for a strong recovery in 2017-18. In simple terms, anything that sparks activity will be good for our industry.

Th e State Government’s promise that half of the jobs on the $985 million Northern Connector project will be fi lled by workers from the northern suburbs is a good sign that the Government is aware of the need for a commitment to South Australia. Th is might indeed be the start of a proud resurgence of a commitment to local companies and workers that could sustain the industry during a slower period.

But this is also a time when businesses need to innovate to perform. Innovation need not be a way of doing things cheaper – but it does need to be a way of doing things better. Innovation in construction, innovation in marketing, innovation in operations, innovation in supply chains. Th ese are the investments that will create the growing, agile and creative builders of tomorrow.

Planning

IAN MARKOS, CEO Master Builders SA


Licensing of pre-purchase inspectors

Mixed sentiment for SA jobs

Building inspectors are employed by both investors and owner-occupiers. Whereas investors might be considered more experienced by reason of their designation, the infrequency of property purchases and the signif-icance of the investment required underscore the need for experienced, informed and reliable advice. Th ose same factors are exacerbated for owner-occupiers, who are more likely to suff er negative consequences resulting from a poorly-informed purchase.

Given the potential exposure of purchasers – and the potential for legal action for negligence for failing to provide appropriate levels of technical expertise – there is a strong argument for the introduction of minimum standards for building inspectors in South Australia.

To provide adequate protection for consumers and refl ect the level of professionalism required, the minimum requirements for such a licence should be: the holding of an appropriate current Building Work Con-tractors Licence and Building Work Supervisor Registration; minimum fi ve years’ appropriate building experience as attested by referees; an industry-lead training course recognized by Consumer and Business Services and evidence of current professional indemnity insurance.

Consumer and Business Services should also introduce a fi t and proper person test for such a licence, although consideration should be given to limiting disqualifi cation to convictions relating to crimes punishable by imprisonment and/or fraud-related convictions.

Consumer Business Services commit to a four-week turnaround of applications, to be facilitated by an online application process.

The South Australian building and construction industry faces challenging conditions with more in sight, a new survey says.

Th e September 2015 Master Builders Australia National Survey of Building and Construction fl ags an ongoing expectation of improvement in both residential and non-residential sectors but both sectors expect further contraction in the next six months.

While South Australian businesses are concerned about their current level of activity (index reading dropping from 45.9 to 45.2, indicating further contraction), they are more optimistic about where their business is heading (56.2).

Th e survey reveals a poor view of current profi tability (37.7) and future profi tability (49.6, in line with the last quarter results) and sales contracts (35.9) and sales offi ce traffi c (37.9). Th e outlook for both employees and subcontractors (45.2) and apprentices (37.7) remains equally sobering.

However, South Australian businesses are optimistic about the work on their books (69.5) and their capacity for future work (66.7) Ian Markos said.

“We are clearly seeing diffi cult times for South Australia’s third-largest sector and there is a real risk that will fl ow on to jobs at a time when the State continues to hold the highest unemployment rate in the country,” he said.

“Labour availability, a lack of fi nance, industrial relations and taxes and charges are the biggest constraints on growth for a sector that is

seeing its profi tability decline in each successive quarter.“Now is the time for new projects, for bold thinking about a sustainable

industry. Raising any new tax or levy at this point will directly hit jobs when the State can least aff ord it.”

Th e quarterly survey, undertaken nationally in September, also captures the industry’s diffi culty in fi nding senior roles including supervisors, project managers and site managers and relative ease at fi nding scaff olders, offi ce staff , electricians and steel fi xers.

“The state of the industry underscores the need for change,” Mr Markos said.

“Th e benefi ts relating to planning reforms need to be accelerated in a smart way, and we need to adopt a bias towards ‘yes’ to overcome our lack of confi dence. Th ere is also scope to bring forward the stamp duty cuts and revisit longer-term reforms to open the doors for business investment.”

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Planning

New fi gures demand considered planning reformCurrent debate over the State Government’s planning reform Bill needs to focus on whether the outcome will trigger a building renaissance and the much-needed jobs that will deliver according to Ian Markos, CEO Master Builders.

Data released in early December by the Australian Bureau of Statistics shows South Australia as the only State where building approvals have fallen from short- and long-term averages.

Th ere were 10,887 dwellings approved in the 12 months to October 2015 compared to 11,568 for the preceding 12 months and an average 11,254 dwellings approved every year over the past 10 years on a season-ally adjusted basis. Th e fi gures refl ect a downturn in both residential and commercial sectors, Ian Markos said.

“South Australia’s building and construction sector is robust but there are obvious concerns when we see all other States recording positive growth while we do not,” he said.

“Parliament is now debating the State Government’s Planning, Devel-opment and Infrastructure Bill, which proposes a new planning system with less red tape. It’s an important Bill for the sector, for the people it employs and the families and businesses it gives home to.

“It is vital that there is suffi cient time to consider the impact of the Bill; it shouldn’t be rushed through without a proper understanding and agreement.

“Aft er all, this is a system for jobs for the next 30 years that will take three years to develop. Parliament shouldn’t push it through without careful consideration as to its likely impact.”



Planning

Premier outlines way forward in tax debate ahead of COAGPremier Jay Weatherill has outlined a signifi cant raft of tax reforms he will take to the Council of Australian Governments meeting in Sydney in December.

Mr Weatherill said that the Federation Reforms had reached an impasse with States seeking a response to health funding cuts and the Commonwealth seeking a change in the tax mix away from direct but towards indirect taxation.

“Both of these ambitions cannot be realised by simply increasing the GST to 15 per cent,” he said.The new proposal consists of:• Th e GST rate would be increased to 15 per cent with the

Commonwealth retaining all revenue proceeds aft er compensating low-income earners. Th e remaining revenue would be available for the Commonwealth to implement its own tax reform agenda.GST revenue would therefor eff ectively be split between the States and Commonwealth on two thirds, one third basis.

• In return for the sharing the GST base the States would be given access to a fi xed share of personal income tax revenue in place of non-GST Commonwealth grants. Th ere would be no overall increase in personal income tax rates and the Commonwealth would retain control of the personal income tax levers.Based on the existing personal income base and historical payment levels the States would receive around a fi ft h of the personal income tax base, but the actual share received would be dependent on a range

of factors, including any changes introduced through the national tax reform and federation processes.

• All other non- GST Commonwealth payments to the State, excluding infrastructure payments and on-passed grants, would be abolished. Th is would include Specifi c Purpose Payments and National Partnership payments.Mr Weatherill said that the increasing costs of health and hospital

services is more than any of the States and Territories can handle under the current tax regime– with Premier Mike Baird’s estimates showing a shortfall of $35 billion by 2030.

“A one-off increase in the GST rate would provide the States with too much revenue in the short term and too little revenue in the long term to meet growing service delivery costs,” he said.

“Th is is due to the inadequacy of the GST as a growth tax.” “We have undertaken a root and branch review of our States tax system,

South Australia has eliminated many of its ineffi cient taxes so we enter this national tax debate having got our own house in order.”

Th e Commonwealth and State Government would benefi t from this proposal through greater autonomy over key expenditure.

“Th is is because the GST is not a growth tax and even with a 15 per cent rate it would still be inadequate to meet our long term health care needs,” Mr Weatherill said.

“Th is new freedom for the States could unlock a bold new era of innovation and productivity growth for our nation.”

JAY WEATHERILL, Premier


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HON TOM KOUTSANTONIS Minister for Manufacturing, Innovation and Trade Minister for Mineral Resources and Energy Minister for Small Business

South Australia’s 136,000 small businesses will now have a champion for their cause aft er Parliament passed Small Business Commissioner Bill 2011.

Minister for Small Business, Tom Koutsantonis, said the subsequent establishment of a Small Business Commissioner will be the most signif-icant change to small business laws in South Australia for a generation.

“Th is is an historic day for the 136,000 small businesses in South Australia,” Mr Koutsantonis said.

“South Australia is now the national leader in support for small business and I hope these reforms will spread throughout the country.”

“Small business is the backbone of the economy and these laws will help them to do what they do best, get on with business.”

“Th e Commissioner will give the State’s small business sector a greater voice and a level playing fi eld during disputes and help prevent uncon-scionable conduct and bad faith negotiations.”

Mr Koutsantonis said the legislation received national praise with the Council of Small Business of Australia (COSBOA) congratulating the South Australian Government on this initiative; however the Bill passed Parliament despite Liberal Party opposition in both houses.

“Th e Liberal Party showed its true colours in the opposing this Bill and the support I have received from the other parties and independents in the Upper House show how wrong the opposition has been,” he said.

“Th ey purport to be a party for small business but their opposition to this Bill was purely obstructionist and shows they are actually a Party more interested in big business.

“I fear there may have been dark forces at work within the Liberal Party which caused them to side with the Franchising Council of Aus-tralia in their opposition to this legislation.

“Th ere are more than 136,000 registered small businesses in SA, they employ a huge percentage of the state’s work force and they will now have an advocate who can provide them with support.

“Th is Bill gives the state’s small business sector someone to stand up for them and would help to create a level playing fi eld between small and big businesses.

“We have received wide-spread support from local industry, with key representative groups providing excellent feedback during the consul-tation process.

“Business SA, the South Australian Farmer’s Federation, the Motor Trade Association of SA, the national Independent Contractors of Aus-tralia, the Business Development Council, the Regional Communities Consultative Committee as well as numerous other industry associa-tions, franchisees and other business groups provided input and support for the legislation.

Small Business Commissioner passes through Parliament “Th e Small Business Commissioner will aim to build positive

relationships between all parties, allowing the smaller businesses to have a non-litigation approach which will be timely, low cost and improve fairness.

“I would like to thank my colleagues, particularly Tony Piccolo who was the driver of this legislation as well as the minor parties and inde-pendent members of the Legislative Council who made the right decision for small business in passing the Bill.”The South Australian Small Business Commissioner will be able to:• receive and investigate complaints by or on behalf of small

businesses regarding their commercial dealings with other businesses and to facilitate resolution of such complaints through measures considered appropriate by the Commissioner, such as mediation, or making representations on behalf of small businesses;

• assist small businesses on request in their dealings with state and local government bodies;

• disseminate information to small businesses to assist them in making decisions relevant to their commercial dealings with other businesses and their dealings with state and local government bodies;

• administer Part 3A of the Fair Trading Act 1987 (which relates to industry codes) and the Australian Consumer Law (SA) to the extent that responsibility for that administration is assigned to the Commissioner under the Fair Trading Act 1987; o monitor, investigate and advise the Minister about—

• non-compliance with industry codes that may adversely aff ect small businesses; and o market practices that may adversely aff ect small businesses; o report to the Minister on matters aff ecting small businesses at the request of the Minister;

• report to the Minister on any aspect of the Commissioner’s functions at the request of the Minister, or on the Commissioner’s own initiative;

• take any other action considered appropriate by the Commissioner for the purpose of facilitating and encouraging the fair treatment of small businesses in their commercial dealings with other businesses, or assisting small businesses in their dealings with state or local government bodies;

• undertake any other functions conferred on the Commissioner by or under the Small Business Commissioner Act 2011 or any other Act;Th e fi nal legislation allows for civil penalties and enforcement powers

against corporations failing to comply with prescribed industry codes under the Fair Trading Act 1987.

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Safety, Quality and Environment WILHELM HARNISCH CEO Master Builders Australia

Cooperation should replace confl ict on Work Health & Safety“October was National Safe Work Month and provided an opportunity for all participants in the building and construction industry to focus on co-operation in delivering health and safety outcomes on building sites,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.

“Nothing is more important for all participants to be confi dent that they are safe in the workplace. Th e philosophy underpinning Master Builders’ approach to WHS is that all industry parties must cooperate towards achieving improvement of the industry’s safety record, a matter that has Master Builders’ full commitment,” he said.

Master Builders’ philosophy is aligned with the objectives workplace health and safety laws that say.

If more than one person has a duty in relation to the same matter under this Act, each person with the duty must, so far as is reasonably practicable, consult, co-operate and co-ordinate activities with all other persons who have a duty in relation to the same matter.

“In other words Australia’s WHS laws are built on a foundation of cooperation and shared responsibility. It is therefore deeply regrettable that the building unions, particularly the CFMEU, instead use the guise of safety as an industrial weapon,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.

“Th e CFMEU, in particular, has taken to portraying breaches of other laws as justifi cation on the basis of alleged WHS laws not being adhered to. Breaking the law doesn’t help safety,” he said.

“Industrial confrontation should not replace co-operation as a fun-damental tenet of good workplace safety practices and outcomes. If the CFMEU or other union encounters safety breaches then it is a simple matter to report these breaches and to call in the regulator. If there is a contravention of WHS laws then the regulator is well placed to take action, based on the reliable information provided by the unions and then for them to be dealt with in a spirit of cooperation not confronta-tion,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.

“Master Builders in supporting the National Safe Work Month, called on all industry participants to work together so that the improvements in safety that have occurred over the last ten years can be continued and improvement sustained,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.


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Phased approach to enforcement of drug & alcohol changes to the building code welcome

Master Builders Australia welcomes the phased implementation of the new drug and alcohol fi tness for work amendments for the building and construction industry under the Building Code 2013.

Commencing on Friday 16 October 2015, all contractors covered by the Building Code will need to ensure that their workplace health, safety and rehabilitation policies include how they will manage drugs and alcohol in the workplace.

“To be eligible to work on Federal Government projects (where the Federal Government’s contribution is at least $5 million and represents at least 50% of the total construction value of the project or is at least $10 million) contractors must also comply with new drug and alcohol testing policies on building sites as head contractors will be required to ensure that anyone undertaking work, including employees of contractors and sub-contractors are subject to the testing regime,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.

“Th e inclusion of compulsory drug and alcohol testing policies is a win for safety on building sites and the three stage implementation approach outlined by Fair Work Building and Construction (FWBC) will help maximise compliance by all contractors,” he said.

“While the amendments to the Building Code will offi cially take eff ect from 16 October 2015, FWBC will not commence audits until 1 February 2016 to give contractors time to put in place Code compliant arrangements. Th e regulator will then take action if non-compliance is not voluntarily rectifi ed,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.

“Th is is a welcome and sensible approach to implementing this impor-tant safety policy,” Wilhelm Harnisch said.



CHRIS WILTSHIRE Development and Technical Adviser Technical and Developement

Roof trusses – evolution and continuing challenges of construction

Th roughout my career I’ve witnessed many industry related changes, but none has been more important than the evolution of roof trusses legislation. Th e trigger for change was an event that brought about great awareness of the dangers within our industry. Th e year was 2002 and the event would be known as the Riverside Golf Club roof collapse, or simply “Riverside”. It was a catastrophic failure of a trussed roof that killed two ladies and injured many others and ultimately led to legislative amendments and sparked a change to the way builders would operate.

Initially the fi nger was pointed at the roof trusses. It must have been a failure of the truss itself! Th e coroner found blame actually rested on the entities who provided information and installed the product. Th ese included the architect, engineer, soft ware designer, truss manufacturer, roof contractor, roof tiler and local government authority. A number of factors contributed to the failure, the biggest being the incorrect installation of the top cord restraints (the fi xing of the roof battens to the trusses). Th e tiler spliced consecutive battens over one truncated

girder truss; (staggered fi xings are permissible for standard trusses but no splices are permissible on girder trusses). When the restraint failed the roof gave way. Th e fi ndings highlighted how every part of the roof truss installation was critical, no matter how small.

How did it get to the point where two people lost their lives because of faulty workmanship? As a fresh faced building inspector I was surprised at the lack of detail paid to the inspection of roof trusses. I remember going on site for the fi rst time with my mentor, an experienced and very capable individual, to perform an audit on a timber framed house with roof trusses. While the wall frame got a thorough going over the roof trusses were largely ignored. When I asked why this was the case he pointed to the fact that there was no roof truss details on fi le. What! How could this be? He explained it was common practise to seek these details aft er the installation and stated a follow up inspection would not be required. Even blind Freddie could see a full inspection had not been performed. If the governing authority was not treating the issue seriously, what was the rest of the industry doing?


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Change was needed and eventually legislated. It was a good thing for the industry. Installation of roof trusses at the time had some major flaws and it wasn’t just roof batten fixings that were a problem. Some examples of poor installation included the following1. Poor handling of trussesThis occurred at all stages of handling; loading, transporting, unloading and installation. Poor storage on site included placing the trusses on uneven ground, on moist conditions or leaving them open to weather for an extended period of time.2. Truss location and orientation incorrectTrusses could be placed back to front or simply placed in the wrong order.3. Connection of trusses onto truncated girder trussesCommonly referred to as “Truss Boots”, these fixings supported roof trusses onto one load bearing truss. Either the wrong type of boot was installed, insufficient fixings or the boot was missing entirely.4. Omission of web stiffeners and bracesWeb stiffeners or braces were required by the manufacturer which decreased the size of web members. These were commonly missing.5. Correct use of roof truss tie downs to the external wall frameEither the tie down was changed from triple grip to Galvanised iron strap (and visa-versa), or an incorrect number of tie downs were used, particularly on sheet metal roofs or at the ends of jack trusses especially tiled roofs. 6. Omission of roof truss tie downs to the internal frame Trusses that were required to be supported by internal load bearing walls are also required to be tied down at those points. These tie downs were often missing.7. Speed bracing for half trussesBracing along the sides (from apex to the bottom cord) of half trusses were commonly missed.8. Nail lamination of double trussesIn accordance with the manufacturer, all parts of the double trusses including top cords, bottom cords and web members, were to be laminated at an usually between 150 and 250mm and determined by protocol certified software. Either the distance between the nails was too great, the internal web members were not laminated or lamination was missing all together.

A big concern was a repetition of the same mistakes over and over again. It was obvious that changing old habits was going to take time.

The good news is that thirteen years after Riverside the industry has taken major stepts in fixing the problems associated with roof trusses. I have observed the change and am happy to see where the industry is now at compared to the past and I congratulate those who were involved with the ministerial taskforce on trusses. Their recommendations included utilising a roof truss checklist, independent certification of roof truss software programmes and introducing an Australian Standard for nail plates. All were implemented; Regulation 74 supervisor’s checklist, Ministers Specification A2.2( latter incorporated into the NCC) – verification of software and AS 1720.5–Timber structures, Part 5: Nailplated timber roof trusses.

The most notable influence on the industry has been the implemen-tation of the Regulation 74 checklist. It has helped upskill everyone on the installation process. It shows us how intricate roof truss instillation is and reminds us that issues raised in the past are still relevant today. Completing the checklist may take time, but is undoubtedly worth the effort if done correctly.

Yet for all the progress we have made there are still some pitfalls builders may experience when signing off on a job. The following attention to detail should be administered. • People working on the truss instillation should have a current copy

of the approved roof truss software computations (output data). Listed within the computations are critical structural materials necessary for that job.

• Pictorial diagrams of each roof truss are shown within the software computations. These pages will typically indicate the position of load bearing walls both internally and externally, the position of any internal web stiffeners and the position of nail plates on the truss. The pictorials are a good reference point to pick up any anomalies, like incorrect nail plate sizes. It’s worth noting the manufacturers may assist with onsite rectification work if a fault is accountable to them.

• Tie down specifications are outlined in the software and can be found either as an appendix list or within each page of the pictorial diagrams. It lists the type of tie down and the number of nails required for each fixing. Tie downs vary in strength, any substitutions should be approved by either the manufacturer or Council. It is worth noting some computations specify double tie downs above the external walls for either truncated girder trusses or large spanning trusses.

• A roof layout should be found within the computations indicating position of tie downs and speed bracings. The roof layout is a good reference point, especially in determining rafter fixings to truncated trusses. The number of tie down points will vary depending on who the manufacturer is and the wind-speed of the location. Whenever there is a conf lict of information, it is always the

computations that should be referenced. The computations are sourced from a program that has been independently certified and relies on the correct installation of all elements to make the system work. Remember that roof truss installation should be viewed as an entire system where each part performs a critical function. As Riverside taught us, if one building element fails the whole structure may collapse. High risk areas are associated where the roof loads are at their greatest, elements such as truncated girder trusses should be scrutinised.

It’s never been a case of not trusting the trusses. The shear amount of timber used to construct trusses would indicate a correctly installed truss system should be more than structurally adequate. The danger lies in the application, how they are created and most importantly how they are erected. History has shown us not to be complacent when dealing with roof trusses. Measures are now in place to ensure truss failure is an unlikely event, as long as it is treated seriously.

Members wishing to know more about roof truss issues are invited to contact the Development and Technical Department on [email protected]


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In the procurement of building work by the South Australian Government there are mooted changes to the process of pre-qualifi ca-tion for both commercial contractors and subcontractors.

Th e previous system for prequalifi cation for commercial contrac-tors may be revised and simplifi ed with the reforms that are being undertaken by the review of government procurement.

Th e requirement for subcontracts to be pre-qualifi ed is being reviewed and major reform may take place where the government requires the commercial contractors to undertake the process of ensuring their subcontractors meet all of the required compliances to work on government sites.

Many readers will be aware that there is a new regime in place at DPTI and with the review of government procurement taking place there is anticipated reforms and changes that will take place.

Th e Master Builders will keep members informed of any changes.

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All building structures, from residential properties to world-class commercial high rise developments require effective waterproofing systems that have been specified and installed to meet the particular demands of the structure.

Waterproofing system technologies for balconies, decks, and roofs can all have differing requirements depending upon their intended use. Will areas be subject to constant direct foot or vehicular traffic? Are they directly exposed to UV?

Successful design and installation of waterproofing technologies within all buildings is critical. Buildings incorporating living and green roof technologies are becoming more commonplace in Australia with shining examples like Forest Lodge Eco House, which received multiple accolades in the New South Wales Master Builder Excellence in Housing Awards and was featured on the popular Grand Designs TV show.

The relatively recent trend in Australia towards ‘transport oriented development’ inner city living, along with building requirements for sustainable, energy efficient buildings has helped to promote the demand of green roofs and walls. These buildings help to reduce demand on infrastructure through storm water capture and reuse systems, as well as act to reduce the Urban Heat Island affect that is associated with urbanised lifestyles. People now have a higher expectation of their ‘living space’ requirements where the outside and inside environments merge.

Collaboration between all stakeholders regarding waterproofing systems is particularly important in designs that incorporate natural mate-rials and technologies as well. Forest Lodge House Eco is an exceptional example of all players implementing best practice design to achieve this.

Design guidelines and standards, such as those found within the Building Code of Australia and appropriate AS/NZ Standard provide direction to design and installation of appropriate waterproofing sys-tems. AS 3740-2010 and AS/NZS 4588-2004 provide guidance on the waterproofing requirements for domestic wet areas and wet area mem-branes respectively.

The AS4654.2 regulation on waterproofing membrane systems for aboveground design and installation provides direction in the appro-priate design and installation methodologies of waterproofing systems. While some damage to waterproofing does occur during construction, a large proportion of waterproofing failures can be attributed to either incorrect or insufficient attention to detailing.

Belowground waterproofing presents its own unique set of parameters. Consideration of external factors such as soil geology, hydrological conditions, environmental factors and intended use of the space will aid in determining which of the various waterproofing technologies can be required for belowground parts of structures such as basements, and cellars, as well as retaining walls.



Waterproofing structures that are water retaining or subject to hydrostatic pressure require careful design, shrewd selection of mate-rials, as well as skilled workmanship. Onsite quality control has a big part to play in ensuring optimal waterproofing results.

Careful attention must be given to concrete mix design with consideration for use of hydrophobic pore blocking or crystalline growth type admixtures. Joint design is also critical, as consideration must be made for construction realities such as occurrences of poor concrete placement, as well as geological factors.

Interestingly, Australian standards don’t cover all facets of water-proofing requirements. Given that some elements remain unregulated, there exists no clearly defined standard for below ground waterproofing.

British Standard [BS] 8102:2009 is a code of practice for protection of belowground structures against water from the ground.

This code of practice promotes a holistic approach to achieving successful waterproofing outcomes, which involves all stakeholders working together to develop a strategy and robust specification during the design stage, which is followed right through the construction process.

During the requirements analysis phase it is recommended to assess geological conditions of the site for presence of contaminants that may compromise the integrity of the concrete as well as for the presence of hydrostatic pressure. Consideration should also be given to future

developments, which may impact on the waterproofing requirements of the structure.

BS8102 further states that typically waterproofing failures are due to construction issues and lacking attention to detail. Due to these factors, secondary and even tertiary levels of redundancy are recommended to be included during the specification stage for areas within the structure that have higher levels of requirement.

As previously stated, the cost of remediation far outstrip those of new installation so any savings in time and budget made during construction are quickly lost by not correctly assessing the waterproofing requirements within the building.

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South Australia’s largest privately-owned construction company BADGE has ensured ALDI’s smooth entry into the state’s retail market with the successful delivery of a 30,000 m2 distribution facility in Adelaide’s north.

BADGE secured the $52 million design and construct contract ahead of the much-anticipated opening of the global discount supermarket’s local retail stores in 2016.

ALDI fi rst launched in Australia in 2001, and has grown to boast a net-work of almost 400 stores across the eastern states. In 2014 it announced plans to open 50 stores in South Australia, creating 900 permanent new jobs in the process.

Lot 47 at Gallipoli Drive in Regency Park was selected as the site for the distribution facility, the design of which would be based on ALDI’s benchmark Dandenong warehouse, located south-east of Melbourne.

From day one ALDI Foods’ brief was very specifi c: that the project was to become one of the company’s showcase facilities with extremely high-end fi nishes upholding the German brand’s international standards.

In order to secure the contract BADGE established a bid team com-prising a large number of SA-based staff including representatives from its project management department. An Expression of Interest was sub-mitted in December 2013 and the tender in August 2014, aft er which BADGE underwent extensive post-tender negotiations with the client.

Part of the reason BADGE successfully secured the contract was its ability to draw on national capabilities. Members of its Queens-land-based procurement and design teams had been involved in a previous bid for a 70,000m2 distribution centre for ALDI in Brendale,

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north of Brisbane. Although BADGE was not awarded this contract, important lessons learnt were brought to the table when the Regency Park distribution centre tender came to market.

BADGE SA Senior Procurement Manager Shane Bahr said significant bid preparation was undertaken prior to receiving the tender documents.

“We identified various consultants from all disciplines at the EOI stage, and then went through a selection process prior to receipt of the tender documents - this meant we were able to assemble the majority of the design consultants ahead of time.” Shane said.

“This afforded us the opportunity to sit with the design team and map out a bid program and strategy that we believed would deliver the greatest number of design and performance efficiencies and therefore increase the likelihood of BADGE securing the project.”

While the ALDI design brief was very specific in terms of performance requirements and included many exacting standards, BADGE found that the client was interested in looking for ways to reduce the overall initial build cost through innovation and alternatives – both in terms of materials and building methods.

The original benchmark facility in Dandenong, Victoria, was built to an incredibly high level of finish using expensive materials, time-con-suming building methods and a heavy structural design based on pre-vious projects delivered in Europe.

The challenge for BADGE was to replicate the level of finish and function from the Dandenong warehouse while achieving the required performance of the building for a significantly lower cost than previous facilities built within Australia.

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During the procurement stage BADGE worked collaboratively with its consultants Lucid, FMG and Brown Falconer on finalising the client’s preliminary design. This involved looking for efficiencies and alterna-tives that would provide cost and program benefit to the project, while also maintaining the performance requirements set out in the ALDI design brief.

“Providing a conduit during the tender between the tendering sub-contractors and our design consultants proved invaluable as we were able to flesh out ideas which ultimately assisted in us securing the project,” Shane said.

BADGE was able to devise an alternative structural solution which reduced the overall steel tonnage, while still achieving the strict require-ments of the brief.

“A lot of time and effort also went into the footing system and concrete slab design as this is probably the key element of the building from the client’s perspective,” Shane said.

ALDI’s requirement for super flat floors with extremely high toler-ances in level and subsequent settlement is a major part of their design brief. Given the Regency Park site was previously a combination of swamplands and a dumping ground, achieving an appropriate design to suit the local conditions for those elements was critical.

Asbestos had to be removed from the site before groundworks could begin and it was then discovered that the earth was very soft with limited load bearing capacity due to its former life as sewage retention ponds.

This resulted in a design solution that incorporated 1400 piles 15m to 20m deep at 5 metre centres and a 280mm floor slab that ultimately would end up as a suspended floor solution.

As is true of all building projects, the services requirements are incred-ibly important and form a major part of the overall cost of the project.

As with the distribution centre structure, BADGE and its services design consultants, Lucid, were able to pull apart the proposed design and performance requirements, identify areas where they could save both time and money and provide an almost finalised design to the sub-contract market for pricing.

This was critical in gaining the best possible price from the tender market for the services trades as it provided them with a complete set of documents on which to base their offers.

Often with design and construct tendering, a lot of risk money is added into sub- contract prices to complete the design and to account for any unknowns. BADGE aimed to eliminate the unknowns and as a result saw some benefit from the market in terms of competitive pricing received. It was then able to work together with the subcontractors and design consultants to find efficiencies and alternatives which again, kept the price as competitive as possible while maintaining the performance requirements demanded by the brief.

BADGE SA Manager of Construction Chris Emsley said securing input during the tendering process from each of the areas within the business including the design, procurement and construction teams was invaluable.

“We are fortunate within BADGE that we have the in-house capacity and expertise in each of those areas which helps us secure and deliver these design and construct projects for key national clients such as ALDI,” Chris said.

After being awarded the contract BADGE worked quickly with its con-sultants to develop the documentation for a start on site in November 2014.

The onsite team was carefully chosen to ensure that each member bought a certain expertise and accountability to each area of the pro-ject ensuring that the distribution centre was delivered on time and to ALDI’s high expectations.

ALDI’s rollout schedule for the new stores was the ultimate driver behind the overall construction schedule.

With the first two ALDI stores to be delivered in February 2016 BADGE was required to have the facility completed prior to Christmas 2015 for stocking purposes. BADGE produced an aggressive program with a scheduled completion date of November 19 which a number of industry onlookers said couldn’t be achieved.

With a high level of coordination coupled with excellent consultants and subcontractors, BADGE delivered exactly on the completion date with no time extensions or delays - an achievement to be proud of.

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Specialised services include an ammonia plant for the air handling units in the freezers, Early Suppression/Fast Response (ESFR) sprinkler systems and tanks for fi re protection plus unique IT rooms connected to ALDI’s head offi ce in Germany.

Delivering the ALDI Distribution Centre on time and on budget capped off a successful 2015 for BADGE.

Other major projects delivered by the national construction group in 2015 included the $51 million Education Gateways Project for the University of the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, and the $50 million Brickworks Marketplace complex in Torrensville, South Australia.

Another highlight was BADGE signing its fi rst Public Private Partner-ship to deliver a series of schools for the Western Australian government. BADGE partnered with WA commercial builder Perkins to design and construct eight public schools on the outskirts of Perth on behalf of a consor-tium which also includes Macquarie Capital and Spotless Facility Services.

With 2016 well and truly upon us BADGE has hit the ground run-ning with a number of signifi cant projects in hand in South Australia including the $10 million Jurlique Project Novo expansion in the Ade-laide Hills and the $16 million Regis Sunset Aged Care redevelopment in Kingswood.

Th is year marks BADGE’s 34th year of operation. Since its establish-ment in 1983, the BADGE Group of companies has established a repu-tation as one of Australia’s leading commercial construction companies delivering quality projects in the retail, aged care, education, health and food and beverage sectors.

With more than 200 staff based in offi ces in Adelaide, Brisbane, Maroochydore and Perth, expertise is drawn from across the group’s divisions and departments to deliver value for money solutions for all projects regardless of the size and complexity.

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A digital solution at THE NEW ROYAL ADELAIDE HOSPITAL

In what is now known as “the information age”, the Building and Con-struction industry is adapting to technology in a way that is changing the role, approach and traditional skill base of Builders.

On the new Royal Adelaide Hospital Project (new RAH) we have expe-rienced this convergence fi rst hand and just over 5 years ago, we were presented with an opportunity to collaborate across multiple industries and adopt an innovative and fully integrated digital solution for the whole project life cycle.

Th is shift in the use of information communication technology (ICT) continues to occur in two ways. For construction; site coordination and project management has evolved from 2D drawings into complex Building Information Modelling (BIM). Site teams are now able to access real time data from smart phones or tablets and complex digital man-agement tools have been designed to improve effi ciency, productivity and add value for the industry and its customers. In the projects we design, construct and maintain, we can now off er embedded ICT and automation leading to smart or intelligent buildings. Th ese are designed to improve a building’s performance or the occupant’s productivity.

Many of our projects and experiences have contributed to our under-standing of this convergence and this has culminated in our work on the new RAH. Here we have demonstrated best practice and leading management practices in the use and the design and construction of ICT systems.

Along with our joint venture partner Leighton Contractors, we formed HYLC to design and construct the $1.85b new RAH under a Public Pri-vate Partnership (PPP) agreement with SA Health Partnership, Spotless,

Hewlett Packard and the Government of South Australia. A core aspect of the brief was the provision of many highly sophisticated ICT systems. All of these are highly integrated and provide the basis of what will be a world leading digital hospital.

Th e new RAH is the 1st Australian hospital PPP contract to specifi -cally require the project company to deliver and operate an ICT integra-tion system in conjunction with the Government’s ICT system. ICT can mean many things from the backbone cabling through to full bespoke soft ware systems to support business process.

Th e ICT systems in the new RAH are initially characterised as being any system sitting on the converged wired and wireless ICT network. Th e network itself is, according to CISCO, the largest campus style roll out in Australia. But it is not just about the size, but the way it was designed and implemented in parallel with the construction process. Th at is what Hansen Yuncken and Leighton Contractors really enabled.

Th ere are many systems within the new RAH. Th ese can be catego-rised as building engineering services systems, facilities management systems, State clinical systems, State administrative systems and then ICT. Th e core ICT systems delivered by HYLC include Wireless location, PABX, Nurse call, BMS, Security, AV, Wayfi nding all integrated through an Integration engine.

Th ese systems all operate to deliver both building function but also support business process. Supporting business process is where these systems are designed to improve productivity. Th e risk is that if they do not function correctly they impact the occupant’s function. Th is is a new area of risk for the building and construction industry.

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24 hours a day. Simply by inputting your project-specific information, you can calculate seismic ceiling designs,

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On completion, you can print out your results, email them to yourself, or send to us for further assistance.

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So how does it work in practice? An example of the day to day functionality is the integrated approach to wayfinding. This starts with a patient presenting an appointment letter to an electronic kiosk which interfaces through the integration engine to the State’s EPAS system. The electronic wayfinding allows the patient to self-navigate to their desired destination. In turn, directing the patient to where they need to be. This one example incorporates a number of behind the scene system touch points.

Many examples of functionality, scale and complexity exist, but for HYLC it was about the approach and management of the process.

We adopted the following approach to predict and overcome any obstacles during design and through the testing and installation phase: • We assembled a bid team of best of breed providers• We took an aspirational output brief and converted this into a solution • We costed the solution and calculated the risk • Understanding industry benchmarks in building and health ICT,

we built a team from the bid providers and direct technical staff• We delivered coordinated design documentation ensuring it was a

holistic consideration in the building’s design and not a bolt on• We developed a risk reduction approach to our testing and

commissioning during the design phase to validate our design• We continued to foster a collaborative team while learning from

one another’s industries• We developed methodical processes for traceability of all of our

design requirements to ensure compliance

• Our approach was progressive, staged and risk driven for all testing and commissioning

• We continually engaged with multiple stakeholders across all facets of the ICT functionalityThroughout the project’s life cycle, HYLC has developed strong skills

and processes in ICT and integrated systems management in order to address the requirements of the new RAH. As the project draws to an end, our team has become thought leaders in the management of risk, design, installation and delivery of complex, challenging and integrated ICT systems.

James Redwood ICT DirectorHansen Yuncken Leighton Contractors Joint Venture

James is guest lecturer for UNISA school of Natural and Built environ-ments on intelligent buildings, past chair of the Property Council of Aus-tralia (SA) Sustainable Development committee, past Director of NDY consulting engineers and past Engineering Service manager for Hansen Yuncken. James has been a guest speaker for the National PCA/GBCA Green cities conference, RMIT sustainability and the built environment and cofounder of Knowchange sustainability think tank. He will be speaking at Australian Healthcare week – Health facilities design and development in March 2016.


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Project Overview: Leading the way in engineering, design and infrastructure, the $1.85b new Royal Adelaide Hospital Project (new RAH) is the largest social infrastructure project in South Australian history.

Upon completion later this year, the RAH’s new facility will be the largest hospital in South Australia and one of the most technically advanced in Australia, employing close to 6,000 people and accommo-dating 85,000 inpatients per year.

Constructed by Joint Venture partners Hansen Yuncken and Leighton Contractors, the new hospital is located along the North Terrace Boulevard and sits tastefully amongst the Adelaide parklands with its carefully designed exterior and colourful glass facade unfolding into its surroundings.

Since construction commenced in 2011, over 11 million hours have been worked with numbers peaking at 2200 people on site each day. The 176,000sm structure has been complete, over 10,000 façade panels installed and over 155,000m3 of concrete poured.

As the clock counts down to completion, a number of areas within the hospital are now signed off and finished. Elsewhere, the finishing touches are being made to fit out and landscaping works which will soon bring this project to completion.

Fast facts:• The new RAH is 7 times the size of neighbouring SAHMRI• 1,600 tonnes of structural steel has been used for the main structure

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The scope and extent of possibly the largest single-site interior joinery contract ever awarded in Australia covered 3,000 rooms, 35 lift lobbies including graphic feature panelling, reception counters and staff hubs. The joinery was manufactured at IJF’s Wingfield SA Headquarters and transported to site on over 1,800 pallets. IJF was able to meet the construction program challenges and design modifications.

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2015 – Project Achievements • The spinal care unit is now fully completed and has 16 bedrooms,

averaging 24 sqm each to allow for care to take place where possible in the room, rather than another area of the hospital.

• The first technical suites on Level 4 have been completed with final touches, including pendant lighting and surgical equipment waiting to be installed.

• The hospital kitchen was completed in August, along with the mortuary, server room and Mental Health Unit.

• Main access road realignment is finished, providing easy access to and from the site from North Terrace.

• Installation of wall art and courtyard sculptures commenced, significantly brightening up the building and providing a sneak peek of how art will help with wayfinding.

• In September the project reached 10 million hours worked on site.• About 90 per cent of the building is now energised.• Commissioning of the hospitals information and communication

technology and mechanical services is progressing with areas now signed off.

• The hospitals main signage has been installed along with the emergency department signage.

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DURABLE DURABLE DURABLE ROOFINGROOFINGROOFINGPROTECT STRUCTURAL STEEL FROM CORROSION

There are many ways to prevent metal roofi ng from corroding. One method is hot dip galvanizing, which is becoming increasingly popular in residential and commercial buildings.BY PETER GOLDING, CEO of the Galvanizers Association of Australia

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Steel is used in all residential and commercial buildings across Australia, from the commonly seen Colorbond roofing to bearers, joists, bolts, nails, tie down straps, bracing rods, lintels, verandah posts, light steel frames and the less visible structural steel beams and columns providing strength to the overall design.

Steel has the advantage of being relatively easy to specify and design for roofing and structural integrity for engineers, but many designers do not understand the need to include full and proper corrosion protection detailing to meet the durability requirements of the BCA.

Indeed, Table 3.4.4.2 in Volume 2 of the 2015 BCA (protective coatings for steelwork) provides only minimum advice for builders and designers, sometimes leading to poor application of roofing and structural steel components.

A recently released Australian Standard, AS/NZS 2312:2014, Guide to the protection of structural steel against atmospheric corrosion by the use of protective coatings (available in two parts with part one dealing with paint systems and part two dealing with hot dip galvanizing) promises to provide significantly enhanced information on developing complete corrosion protection for the structural steel used in commer-cial and residential buildings alike. This article will deal with part two (hot dip galvanizing) of the new Standard.

AS/NZS 2312 part two provides designers with answers to the six key questions that must be understood when considering durability of a structural steel member:1. Design life of the component, including the ease of maintenance2. Site specific corrosivity category3. Available options and their life to first maintenance4. Effect of connections on durability5. Painting the component

Design life

The normal design life for buildings is assumed to be 50 years, with some components of that building which are not accessible or not economical to replace or repair required to last the design life (for example, lintels) while other components of the building which have moderate ease of access but are difficult or costly to replace or repair (for example, roof cladding) are required to last only 15 years. The tables in AS/NZS 2312 part two provide guidelines for the durability of common galvanizing systems and a selection can be easily made based on the design life requirements (see table below).

Site-specific corrosivity category

AS/NZS 2312 part two provides simple descriptions of the corrosion environment within common regions of Australia and generic advice for the less populated area. In addition, the SA Government has produced detailed maps showing the corrosion environment in most SA locations (www.sa.gov.au and search “corrosion environment maps”).

The designer can use the Standard to align the durability require-ment of a component from the BCA with the corrosivity category of the environment. Typically an R3 durability component will be required in a moderate environment (C3 corrosivity zone), while an R4 durability component will be required in the severe environment (C4 corrosivity zone. The available options and their life to first maintenance

The Standard provides durability estimates for a wide range of common galvanized products (as shown in table one). For example, a batch hot dip galvanized steel component produced to AS/NZS 4680 with a coating mass of 600 g/sqm will have an estimated durability of a minimum of 40 years to a maximum of more than 100 years in a C3 category, which is typical of most of Adelaide more than 100 metres from the coast and this product can be reasonably assumed to provide 50 years of service life in this environment.

By contrast, the corrosion protection offered by a Z350 purlin is expected to be 10 to 29 years in the same category, meaning it is more likely to be suitable for applications requiring on 15 years design life – unless maintenance is easy to carry out.

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HDGsheet AS 1397

Z350 140 20 29->100 10-29 5-10 2-5 1-2

Z450 180 25 36->100 12-36 6-12 3-6 1-3

HDG tubeAS/NZS 4792 ZB135/135 140 20 29->100 10-29 5-10 2-5 1-2

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As noted earlier, building designers should be aware that Table 3.4.4.2 in volume two of the 2015 BCA (protective coatings for steel-work) provides options that need to be assessed against the application of the component.

For example, in a “moderate” environment, defined in the BCA as more than 1km from breaking surf or more than 100 m from salt water not subject to breaking surf or non-heavy industrial areas (a C3 corro-sivity category in table one), the minimum protective coating for hot dip galvanized steel is 300 g/sqm which will provide an estimated design life of 20 to 60 years, meaning major maintenance would be required for many building locations during a 50-year design life.

In the more corrosive “severe” environment defined in the BCA as being within 1km from breaking surf or within 100m of salt water not subject to breaking surf or heavy industrial areas (a C4 corrosivity cat-egory in table one), the minimum protective coating quoted for hot dip galvanized steel remains at 300 g/sqm, even though the life is reduced to 10 to 20 years, so these components would be typically unsuitable for most structural applications.

Designers can avoid durability issues by using materials that deliver thicker, hence more durable galvanized coatings in applications where a longer design life is required by the BCA. These can be simply calculated using AS/NZS 2312 part two.

Effect of connections on durability

Site welding of galvanized components is usually not recommended as the repairs required are less reliable, and therefore a reduction in the durability is often seen. However, methods for repair are detailed in the Standard and these include organic zinc rich epoxies and inorganic zinc silicate paints which must be applied to the at least the same thickness as the original galvanized coating and to a clean steel surface free of weld slag and spatter.

Need for painting the component

Sometimes a hot dip galvanized component will need painting; for aesthetic reasons or to provide extra corrosion protection when gal-vanizing alone is insufficient. Advice on preparation is provided and some common decorative and industrial painting systems are shown. It is important to recognise that painting of hot dip galvanized steel is carried out by a protective coatings expert, not a house painter – indeed painting galvanized steel with enamel paints without a suitable primer will result in failure as these materials are not compatible.

In summary AS/NZS 2312 part two, can assist building designers choose the appropriate corrosion protection that meets the needs of the building owners, providing maximum durability that meets the requirements of the BCA. Advice on selecting the right hot dip galva-nized coating and more information on the new Standard, AS/NZS 2312 part two can be obtained from the GAA (www.gaa.com.au).


What’s new

Updated Building Code that could impact your business.Th ere has been a recent amendment to the 2013 Building Code, which states federally funded building projects (over $10m of federal funding or Commonwealth’s contribution is at least $5m and represents at least 50% of total construc-tion project value) require mandatory drug and alcohol testing. FWBC audits will commence aft er February 1st 2016.

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