This article highlights the need for the Australian Government to introduce legislation that would see all states employing the same licensing requirements for builders. The introduction of this legislation is long overdue and will allow not only uniformity but will increase interstate trade which can only be a good thing for the economy.
The article:
In its submission to the Australian Government’s 2020 Summit, the Australian Institute of Building (AIB) has advised that the Australian federation should be overhauled to avoid unnecessary differences in builders’ licensing laws between State and Territory Governments.
“There is no consistency in licensing laws between each of the jurisdictions, some require the company to be licensed, others the individual. Some State Governments have a hybrid arrangement where the company is licensed and the manager or principal needs to meet additional competency requirements.” said Troy Williams, AIB Chief Executive...
To read the full article click on the link below:
http://www.aib.org.au/news/2008/April-Licensing.htm
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