Master Builders Victoria (MBV) has welcomed the Victorian Government’s investments in planning reform, infrastructure, and training in the 2022\/23 Victorian State Budget.<\/p>\n
With the building and construction industry experiencing severe supply chain issues and trades shortages, MBV CEO Rebecca Casson commended the Victorian Government for delivering a stronger building and planning system while unlocking land more quickly for future housing supply.<\/p>\n
The Victorian 2022\/23 Budget includes allocating up to $40 million in red tape busting building sector reforms and projects to support investment across the state.<\/p>\n
“This investment includes almost $28 million in reforms to provide greater protection for consumers, strengthen building standards, cut red tape, and address skills shortages,” she said.<\/p>\n
“Quite simply, for our members, time is money.”<\/p>\n
“MBV welcomes any measures that can cut red tape and improve planning outcomes for all Victorians.”<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, the Victorian Government will establish the state’s first Building Monitor to advocate for domestic building consumers and report on emerging issues.<\/p>\n
MBV advocated for a building minister to represent both industry and consumers and will continue to work with the government to ensure that both sides are included.<\/p>\n
Additionally, the Victorian 2022\/23 Budget includes allocating resources to the State Building Surveyor to utilise their expertise for more complex building works.<\/p>\n
“We are exploring what the appointment of a Building Monitor and a Building Surveyor means to our industry,” Ms Casson said.<\/p>\n
“However, it is evident that there is an established framework to represent consumers, and we do not want to see any duplication.<\/p>\n
“MBV has long advocated for a dedicated Building Minister, this Minister would represent consumer and practitioner interests, with a remit to oversee, monitor, and effect change for a quality-built environment.”<\/p>\n
The Victorian Government will also spend $6 million to speed up precinct planning and approvals for more than 95,000 residential lots in Melbourne’s growth corridors and almost 44,000 lots in regional Victoria.<\/p>\n
Ms Casson said MBV fully supported the Victorian Government’s $277 million investment into VCE and VCAL, which provides a strong base to build productive pathways into the building and construction industry.<\/p>\n
“It’s a particularly positive move to address skills shortages in our industry, and we welcome more pathways into building and construction careers,” she said.<\/p>\n
“We look forward to welcoming the next generation of Victorian students who have chosen to pursue fulfilling and rewarding careers in the building and construction industry.<\/p>\n
“This change will guarantee an ongoing pipeline of quality building and secure a future-ready industry.”<\/p>\n
Ms Casson also welcomed investments in the Victorian Industry Investment Fund to invest in local manufacturing; the Big Housing Build, which is set to deliver 12000 new social and affordable homes; and continued investment in the Government’s Big Build projects, including the Metro Tunnel, removal of level crossings, the West Gate Tunnel, North East Link and regional rail upgrades.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Master Builders Victoria (MBV) has welcomed the Victorian Government’s investments in planning reform, infrastructure, and training in the 2022\/23 Victorian State Budget. With the building and construction industry experiencing severe supply chain issues and trades shortages, MBV CEO Rebecca Casson commended the Victorian Government for delivering a stronger building and planning system while unlocking land […]<\/p>\n