Built to Last: the Next Generation of Women in Construction

At just 18, Master Builders apprentice Ruby Iles embodies this year’s International Women’s Day theme, “Give to Gain”, bringing energy, confidence and a genuine love for carpentry to her role at North 4 Constructions, a residential builder in Sydney’s Northern Beaches. North 4 Constructions delivers both exterior and interior residential work, from renovations through to...
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The Master Builders Pre-Apprenticeship Program to Kickstart a Carpentry Trade.

Our Pre-Apprenticeship program is a great pathway for young people to get a taste of the Carpentry trade. And best of all, it is fee-free! The Pre-Apprenticeship program continues to gain momentum as a popular choice for young people entering the industry. Held at the Master Builders Education Centre in Norwest, it is a three-week...
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Changes to Apprenticeship Incentives 2026

Master Builders Australia welcomes the Federal Government’s decision to extend employer incentives for apprentices, with a targeted focus on housing and energy. Following strong advocacy, from 1 January 2026, employers who take on apprentices in housing and energy-related trades will continue to receive $5,000 payments to help ease the cost pressures of training the next...
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Supporting School Communities Across Western NSW

On 5 November 2025, Master Builders NSW attended the Orange Careers Expo & Trade Experience at the Orange Function Centre. Organised by the Regional Industry Education Partnerships (RIEP) program, the event connected employers with secondary schools, helping students learn about jobs and career paths. Over 60 exhibitors shared valuable insights with 800 students from 14...
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New Leader Named for State’s Construction Industry Peak

The Master Builders Association of New South Wales has announced the appointment today of Matthew Pollock as its new Executive Director. Matthew is a highly respected and accomplished private sector and industry advocate. He takes the helm of state’s premier construction industry peak following a successful term as Chief Executive Officer of Master Builders Western...
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Awards Season Commences as we Celebrate the Achievements of our Apprentices.

To celebrate the success of our Master Builders apprentices, we are proud to announce our finalists in this year’s Apprentice Employment Network NSW & ACT (AEN NSW & ACT) Apprentice Training Awards 2025. These awards recognise the outstanding achievements and contributions in various aspects of apprentice and trainee development across several different categories. The AEN NSW...
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Cutting Edge Knife Skills for Apprentices

Apprentices are often injured from: using Stanley knives to open boxes or cut strapping tape, or other materials cutting towards yourself, or failure to focus on the cutting tasks. In fact, almost one-third of all injuries sustained by 15-24-year-olds are cuts from working with and using knives. Knives can be dangerous, and when you use...
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Why Stretching and Eating Well Matter Before a Day on the Tools

A successful day on site doesn’t start when you pick up your tools, it starts in the preparation. As a tradie or apprentice, your body is your most important tool. Long hours, physical labour, repetitive movements, and heavy lifting can put significant strain on your muscles and joints. Preparing your body each day by properly...
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Why Hiring a Mature Age Apprentice is a Smart Move for Your Business

Mature age apprentices, over 21 years old, bring a unique set of skills to the workplace that can benefit your business. At Master Builders, we’re seeing firsthand how these individuals bring maturity, motivation, and real-world experience that delivers immediate value on-site. Mature age apprentices come with experience from other workplaces, careers and businesses. Most are...
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Nailing Your Apprenticeship Interview: Tips for Putting Your Best Foot Forward!

Starting your journey as an apprentice is an exciting step toward your career development in the building and construction industry. At the entry level, employers are not looking for someone who thinks they know it all. Employers want to get a sense of your personality, work ethic, reliability, and willingness to learn. As part of...
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This document outlines the direct debit arrangements between Master Builders Association of NSW Pty Ltd, ABN 11 074 397 532 (MBANSW) and you.

MBANSW is the registered Group Training Organisation and Apprenticeship Services arm of Master Builders Association of New South Wales, ABN 96 550 042 906 (Master Builders)

“You”, “your” and “Host Employer” refer to you, your company and business nominated in the table below.

This document outlines the direct debit arrangements between MBANSW and you.

Direct Debit Terms and Conditions

  • Your nominated account or credit card will be debited weekly for hosting a MBAS or MBAS+ apprentice or trainee.
  • The first debit to your account will occur within 7 working days of the MBAS or MBAS+ apprentice or trainee commencing their placement with your business.
  • If an invoice payment is due on a non-business day, it will be debited from your account on the following business day.
  • Host Employer account information held by MBANSW will be kept confidential. Please note that some information is provided to the MBANSW financial institution to initiate the debit to your nominated account.
  • MBANSW will give you a minimum of 14 days’ notice in writing of changes to these Terms and Conditions.
  • If you wish to make changes to this arrangement, please contact MBANSW on (02) 8586 3533.

Your responsibility in this arrangement

  • Ensure that your nominated account can accept direct debits (your financial institution can confirm this).
  • Ensure there are sufficient cleared funds in the nominated account on the drawing date.
  • Advise MBANSW in writing if the nominated account is transferred or closed.


Please note that if your payment is dishonoured by your financial institution, a re-draw will take place within 7 days.

Any transaction fees payable by MBANSW in respect to a dishonoured payment will be added to your account.

Enquiries

Please direct all enquiries to MBAS (02) 8586 3533 or apprenticeship@mbansw.asn.au;

Please include your phone and email address.

I/We authorise MBANSW to arrange for funds to be debited from my/our nominated account at the financial institution identified below.

This authority to direct debit will remain in place in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.