Changes regarding casual employment
The TTIA’s Brian Beecroft updates the latest changes in legislation and working conditions for the timber and forestry industries.
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Conviction highlights liability
Brian Beecroft of the Timber Trade Industrial Association underlines the importance of understanding and compliance with new legislation.
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The only way is up: all the colour from the QTCC
Just a few random images to give an idea of what a fantastic weekend it was at the Mount Tambourine Showgrounds, and what a credit to the QAA, the sponsors, the competitors, and of course, the volunteers.
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QTCC 2024
The Queensland Tree Climbing Championships (QTCC 2024) are the pinnacle of Queensland’s tree-climbing competitions, and this year’s event will run on Saturday 7 and Sunday 8 of September 2024.
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NSW Code of Practice for tree amenity
The TCAA’s compliance Officer, Dan McArdle, shares some history and views on the current review of the NSW Code of Practice tree amenity for the arbor industry.
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Contractor or employee – tax implications
Contractor definitions and responsibilities need to be understood. Brian Beecroft of the Timber Trade Industrial Association helps navigate the contractor relationship as viewed by the ATO.
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WA Arbfest 2024
WA Arbfest 2024 was a huge success. Dave Crispin, senior arborist at Treeswest Australia and Arboricultural Association of Western Australia (Arb West) committee member, was thrilled at the 2024 WA tree-climbing competition.
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Trees with big leans
Trees with big leans, as the TCAAA’s Jim McArdle points out, are a phenomenon which eludes most arborists.
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New IR laws
New IR laws criminalise underpayments. The Federal Government continues its campaign targeting employers who underpay employees according to the relevant employment legislation. Brian Beecroft of the Timber Trade Industrial Association highlights some important changes in legislation.
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Heat stress
Heat stress is a concern for all outdoor workers. Dave Crispin, senior arborist at Treeswest Australia and Arboricultural Association of Western Australia (Arb West) committee member, highlights some of the effects and management of high temperatures.
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