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  • Every so often, a single word captures the essence of what we’re trying to build. For us at AWCI Australia, that word is Community. The "C" Word - Community 5th November 2025 Every so often, a single word captures the essence of what we’re trying to build. For us at AWCI Australia, that word is Community. ... more
  • In our industry, we talk often about value, vision, and validation — but there’s another “V” word that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: Volunteering. The "V" Word – Volunteering 29th October 2025 In our industry, we talk often about value, vision, and validation — but there’s another “V” word that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: Volunteering. ... more
  • When you hear the word membership, you might often think of a subscription — something you pay for, receive a few benefits from, and perhaps renew each year without much thought. The "M" Word: What is a Membership? 22nd October 2025 When you hear the word membership, you might often think of a subscription — something you pay for, receive a few benefits from, and perhaps renew each year without much thought. ... more
  • Every so often, an idea comes along that has the potential to reshape an industry. It sparks debate, generates questions, and—if nurtured properly—becomes a foundation stone for change. For the wall and ceiling industry in Australia, that idea is what I call the “B Word”: the... The “B” Word – The AWCI Blue Card: Securing Our Future, Today 8th October 2025 Every so often, an idea comes along that has the potential to reshape an industry. It sparks debate, generates questions, and—if nurtured properly—becomes a foundation stone for change. For the wall and ceiling industry in Australia, that idea is what I call the “B Word”: the... ... more
  • As many of you know, I have spent significant time working with both Master Electricians Australia (MEA) and NECA – the National Electrical and Communications Association. These organisations lead the way in advocacy, education and industry development for the electrical trade. One of the most... The “SoP” word – Security of Payments 1st October 2025 As many of you know, I have spent significant time working with both Master Electricians Australia (MEA) and NECA – the National Electrical and Communications Association. These organisations lead the way in advocacy, education and industry development for the electrical trade. One of the most... ... more
  • There’s a word that has the power to make or break a contractor’s reputation and business. A word that is rarely spoken about, yet it sits quietly in the background of every interaction, every job site, every invoice, and every conversation with a client or builder. That P Word – Presentation as a Contractor 24th September 2025 There’s a word that has the power to make or break a contractor’s reputation and business. A word that is rarely spoken about, yet it sits quietly in the background of every interaction, every job site, every invoice, and every conversation with a client or builder. ... more
  • Over the past decade, one word has steadily reshaped how we work, hire, and deliver construction projects: Social Procurement. For many wall and ceiling contractors, social procurement can seem like a buzzword or yet another compliance hurdle in an already complex project environment. But in real... The “S” word – Social Procurement in Construction 17th September 2025 Over the past decade, one word has steadily reshaped how we work, hire, and deliver construction projects: Social Procurement. For many wall and ceiling contractors, social procurement can seem like a buzzword or yet another compliance hurdle in an already complex project environment. But in real... ... more
  • Why This Season Matters Every industry has a rhythm. For some, it’s the start of the financial year, for others, it’s a key trade show, or the release of annual reports. For us at AWCI Australia, there is one season that also stands out as both a celebration and a reminder of who we are... The “A” Season – The Awards Season 10th September 2025 Why This Season Matters Every industry has a rhythm. For some, it’s the start of the financial year, for others, it’s a key trade show, or the release of annual reports. For us at AWCI Australia, there is one season that also stands out as both a celebration and a reminder of who we are... ... more
  • Every so often, it helps to pause, breathe, and frame the way we look at the industry and our association. In this bulletin, I want to focus on the letter T – Transitions. The Letter T – Transitions – Transition is The Theme of Our Times 3rd September 2025 Every so often, it helps to pause, breathe, and frame the way we look at the industry and our association. In this bulletin, I want to focus on the letter T – Transitions. ... more
  • At AWCI Australia, we often talk about the “small things” that shape our future — advocacy, technical standards, apprenticeships, membership growth, and financial sustainability. These are the visible outcomes by which we are judged by government, industry, and members. They are th... The C Word: How Culture Drives Our Strategy at AWCI Australia 27th August 2025 At AWCI Australia, we often talk about the “small things” that shape our future — advocacy, technical standards, apprenticeships, membership growth, and financial sustainability. These are the visible outcomes by which we are judged by government, industry, and members. They are th... ... more
  • ​​​​​​​I want to address the why that we all at AWCI Australia have to deal with talking to contractors about coming on board. The why needs to be addressed as something critical to the future of our trade: change, influence, and the power of your voice Mission 1000 – Why Your Voice Matters 20th August 2025 ​​​​​​​I want to address the why that we all at AWCI Australia have to deal with talking to contractors about coming on board. The why needs to be addressed as something critical to the future of our trade: change, influence, and the power of your voice ... more
  • Mentoring is one of the most powerful tools for personal and professional growth. It’s not just about passing on knowledge and skills – it’s about building relationships that nurture, support, and guide individuals toward success. The M Word: Mentoring for Success in the AWCI Australia Industry Mentoring Program 13th August 2025 Mentoring is one of the most powerful tools for personal and professional growth. It’s not just about passing on knowledge and skills – it’s about building relationships that nurture, support, and guide individuals toward success. ... more
  • Building Together – A Look Inside AWCI Australia As a member of AWCI Australia, you are part of a national organisation that exists to support you, your business, and the wall and ceiling industry. But what does that actually mean? How does an association like ours work—and how does i... How Your Association Works – AWCI Australia Member Bulletin 6th August 2025 Building Together – A Look Inside AWCI Australia As a member of AWCI Australia, you are part of a national organisation that exists to support you, your business, and the wall and ceiling industry. But what does that actually mean? How does an association like ours work—and how does i... ... more
  • The wall and ceiling industry is at a turning point. After decades of fragmented state-based regulation, we are facing increasing pressure around compliance, skills, quality, and workforce mobility. The H Word – Is it Time to Consider a National Harmonised License for the Trade? 30th July 2025 The wall and ceiling industry is at a turning point. After decades of fragmented state-based regulation, we are facing increasing pressure around compliance, skills, quality, and workforce mobility. ... more
  • ADVOCACY: It’s a word often heard in association land. But what does it truly mean for our members - contractors, our apprentices, and our broader wall and ceiling industry? In this CEO Bulletin, I want to pull back the curtain on what advocacy really looks like at AWCI Australia—why we ... The "A" Word 21st July 2025 ADVOCACY: It’s a word often heard in association land. But what does it truly mean for our members - contractors, our apprentices, and our broader wall and ceiling industry? In this CEO Bulletin, I want to pull back the curtain on what advocacy really looks like at AWCI Australia—why we ... ... more
  • When you become a member of an association like AWCI Australia, you’re not just signing up for benefits – you’re joining a movement. You’re becoming part of a powerful, national voice that is working every day to strengthen, protect, and grow the wall and ceiling industry acr... AWCI Membership Advantage: Make It Work for You 15th July 2025 When you become a member of an association like AWCI Australia, you’re not just signing up for benefits – you’re joining a movement. You’re becoming part of a powerful, national voice that is working every day to strengthen, protect, and grow the wall and ceiling industry acr... ... more
  • As the 48th Parliament opens on 22 July 2025, it does so in a profoundly altered political and economic landscape. Labor enters with its strongest Senate position since 1984 and a clear majority in the House of Representatives. This shift transforms how business and industry need to engage with gove... The "P" Word 11th July 2025 As the 48th Parliament opens on 22 July 2025, it does so in a profoundly altered political and economic landscape. Labor enters with its strongest Senate position since 1984 and a clear majority in the House of Representatives. This shift transforms how business and industry need to engage with gove... ... more
  • Australia’s wall and ceiling industry has long stood at the crossroads of tradition and innovation. But in today’s construction environment—marked by rising complexity, increasing demand for quality assurance, and growing scrutiny over safety—the need for a formal, robust occ... Strengthening the Industry from Within: Why Robust Compliance and Enforcement Must Be the Cornerstone of Occupational Licensing 11th July 2025 Australia’s wall and ceiling industry has long stood at the crossroads of tradition and innovation. But in today’s construction environment—marked by rising complexity, increasing demand for quality assurance, and growing scrutiny over safety—the need for a formal, robust occ... ... more
  • We're writing to share some important developments as AWCI Australia continues its work to strengthen the industry, represent your interests, and build a stronger future for the wall and ceiling sector. Advocacy Update, Licensing Reform & New AWCI Awards Launch 30th May 2025 We're writing to share some important developments as AWCI Australia continues its work to strengthen the industry, represent your interests, and build a stronger future for the wall and ceiling sector. ... more