“Another critical focus is workplace safety,” Wawn adds. “Construction has some of the highest rates of injuries and fatalities of any industry. We aim to bring those numbers down to match or fall below the national industry average.” A PROFITABLE AND SUSTAINABLE FUTURE Looking ahead, Master Builders Australia is focused on ensuring the industry’s profitability and sustainability while advocating for sound government policies. “Our mission is clear: a sustainable and profitable building and construction industry,” Wawn says.“We need government settings that support businesses, not hinder them with excessive regulation.” With a federal election on the horizon, Master Builders Australia is committed to keeping construction issues at the forefront of political discourse. “Housing affordability and cost-of-living pressures are the number one concern for voters,” Wawn states. “That gives us a strong platform to advocate for better policies that support both the industry and the broader community.” 20 BUSINESS VIEW OCEANIA VOLUME 07, ISSUE 03
RkJQdWJsaXNoZXIy MTI5MjAx