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Builders Newsletter  - Edition 54

 
 

Newsletter 54

Construction Industry News and Views                                                                                   Edition 54 June 2011
Dear Members & Readers 

 

In this edition of Building Industry News and Views, we address some industry related hot topics, and it doesn't get much hotter than the Consumer Protection Act, a broadly formulated piece of legislation with far reaching implications.  Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal Executive Director Brandon Abdinor has given the act a tremendous amount of thought, and warns of potentially problematic clauses.
 
Other articles to look out for include "Tough measures implemented to root out irregularities in public sector procurement" as well as "JT Ross Project Scoops Prestigious Fulton Award".  You may also find the "The Debit Order Conundrum" interesting as it also touches on the Consumer Protection Act, explaining why it is now mandatory, that Debit Order forms be re-submitted annually.
 
Featured on our forum this week, there are a number of very interesting tender related articles hot off the press. You will find the links down the right hand column and members are encouraged to have a read, and to please post comments. 
 
If you are looking to gain exposure for your business be sure to read "Association Annual Directory 2011" as it represents an excellent marketing opportunity and with regard to future editions of this newsletter, we ask that you keep in mind that we value your opinion, and welcome your recommendations.

 

....... Enjoy

 

Ernest Roper | Durban Regional Manager    

 
The Consumer Protection Act

 Consumer Protecion
  
What does the building industry need to look out for?
 
Introduction and Context
The Consumer Protection Act is a very broadly formulated piece of legislation with far reaching effects for suppliers in any industry.

......Read More 

 

Tough measures implemented to root out irregularities in public sector procurement


 Low Cost Housing

 

It was reported earlier this year that Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan, in response to a written question in Parliament, disclosed that the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act provided for a tender default system.

 

......Read More 

 
JT ROSS PROJECT SCOOPS PRESTIGIOUS FULTON AWARD

Blackburn Pedestrian Bridge

First of all I would like to thank Petrus Jooste for the invitation extended to our Association to attend the KwaZulu-Natal leg of the Fulton Awards roadshow extravaganza which I was privileged  to attended on Tuesday night.

 

Influenza epidemic commenced sooner this year


Medication

 

The National Institute for Infectious Diseases said in a statement that the influenza season commenced sooner than usual this year and indicated that respiratory diseases were monitored on a regular basis by the South African medical profession did not mean that with the earlier advent of the epidemic it will be worse than in previous years.
 

Municipalities in KwaZulu-Natal identified as unviable


KZN

 

Yunis Carrim, deputy minister of the Department of Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs. identified some 41 of South Africa`s 278 municipalities as unviable when speaking during the Department`s budget vote in parliament on 31 May. 

.....Read More 

 

 

ASSOCIATION ANNUAL DIRECTORY 2011


Master Builders KZN

 

Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal will be publishing its first annual printed directory in July 2011.  It will be an A5 soft cover and will be approximately 120 pages and 2000 copies will be printed. 

.....Read More 

 

 
Royal Show - A Resounding Success

Gareth Roberts
  

With the 2011 Royal Agricultural Show drawing to its close yesterday, as a first time exhibitor looking back, we would have to say it was a resounding success.

 

 ......Read More 
 
 The Debit Order Conundrum

 Debit Order

We, the Association, find ourselves in a somewhat peculiar situation in which we are being questioned by members, for abiding by a law, which was recently implemented to protect those who are posing the questions; it's a conundrum, allow me to explain:

......Read More 

 

Benefit Cheats - Excuses When Caught

Fools and Horses
  
In the UK, those who receive state unemployment benefits are commonly referred to as "being on the dole". While today's post could be mistaken as lines delivered by legendary dole cheats Rodney and Del in Only Fools and Horses, they are in fact real excuses used by real benefit cheats, when caught in the act.
 
 
 
Closing comments

We trust that the information contained in this newsletter is informative and useful.

If not, please feel free to let us know what topics you would like to see covered and we will happily do our best to accommodate you.

CONSULT YOUR ASSOCIATION.
WE ARE HERE TO HELP YOU !

Ernest Roper | Webmaster
Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal

40 Essex Terrace
Durban, KwaZulu-Natal 3630
In This Issue
The Consumer Protection Act
Tough measures implemented to root out irregularities in public sector procurement
JT Ross Project Scoops Prestigious Fulton Award
Influenza epidemic commenced sooner this year.
Municipalities in KwaZulu-Natal identified as unviable
Association Annual Directory 2011
Royal Show - A Resounding Success
The Debit Order Conundrum
Benefit Cheats - Excuses When Caught
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General forum 

Construction Time Again 

 

Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal General Forum was implemented to create a platform for open exchange of Industry relevant information, as well as to encourage healthy debate. The forum is open to anyone who has a vested interest in the construction industry.   

Latest Threads:

 

Preferential Procurement Policy Framework Act

 

Tender Submission Process - very onerous and repetitive 

 

Tender rules revamp welcomed 


Builders Association disputes survey 

 

To go directly to the forum click on this link http://forum2.masterbuilders.co.za or copy and paste the link into your browser.

 

 
Discuss | Contribute | Learn 

 

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OHS Online forum

safety forum

Master Builders KwaZulu-Natal recently launched an online forum dedicated to Health and Safety. The forum is open to anyone in the Health and Safety profession and is geared specifically to all matters relating to Construction Health and Safety.

 

Latest Threads:

 

Sean

Please help

Proper Safety Consultants needed urgently (Gauteng)

Working at elevated positions - medical certificates???

 

To go directly to the forum click on this link http://safety.masterbuilders.co.za or copy and paste the link into your browser.  

Discuss | Contribute | Learn
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Safety File
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Upcoming EVENTS

 

For information about forthcoming meetings, events and functions please visit our Networking page, on masterbuilders.co.za

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contact us

Tel: 0861 001 106

Health and Safety
Neels Nortje

Benefits Office
Rob Pengelly

Contractual & Legal
Bruce Lyle

Training
Victor Smith

Customer Care
Shelly Kupferman

South Coast Regional Manager
Hans Stols

North Coast Regional Manager
Paula Ferraris

Midlands Regional Manager
Gareth Roberts

Durban Regional Manager
Ernest Roper

Finance Manager
Greg Beykirch

Commercial & Online Manager
Gary Amstutz

Executive Director
Brandon Abdinor
 

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