The Industrial Directory

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INDUSTRIAL INDUSTRIAL IN DUSTRIAL DIRECTORY Edition 6 Edition 5

Your guide to...

MINING, RESOURCE, TRANSPORTATION AND SERVICE INDUSTRIES Your guide to... , , NDUSTRIES

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The rooms are well located near car parking, recreational facilities and our restaurant.

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INDUSTRIAL & MINING SERVICES • Mobile Cranes • Bulk Material Handling • Heavy Haulage & Transport • Mining Services • Maintenance Services • Labour Hire (07) 4668 9091 (local) 1300 554 458 (Free Call) BRISBANE - CHINCHILLA - ROMA - BLACKWATER - MIDDLEMOUNT -

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HEAD OFFICE P: (07) 3332 0000 511 Nudgee Road Hendra OLD 4011

CHINCHILLA DEPOT Ph: (07) 4668 9091 2 Malduff Street Chinchilla QLD 4413

ROMA DEPOT Ph: (07) 4624 1600 69 Beaumont Drive Roma QLD 445

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THE LARGEST SUPPLIER OF YOUR FASTENING NEEDS IN DALBY & SURROUNDS

• Servicing the engineering, construction & building industries • Products for all your drillings, cutting and grinding needs • Wide range of stock available: everything from power tools, laser levels and tractor parts to power transmission chain and trailer spares!

• Bulk discounts available • Technical advice on hand

• Locally owned & operated

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Western Downs Civil Pty Ltd 93-95 Chinchilla Street | P.O Box 824 Chinchilla, QLD 4413 www.wdcivil.com.au | P 07 4668 9685 admin@wdcivil.com.au

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Western Downs Civil is a diversified civil infrastructure company based in Chinchilla in the heart of Queensland’s Surat Basin. We provide Civil Construction, Structural Concrete, Earthworks, Rehabilitation, Roadworks, Plant Hire and Technical Project Management services to the wider Surat Basin Region and beyond. Our highly mobile and experienced team specialises in remote projects within highly controlled work environments such as Gas and Power Transmission.

With our extensive fleet of internal plant and equipment and our local direct workforce, WDC has the ability to respond to our clients’ needs at short notice and provides the certainty that a safe, high quality and professional standard will be provided at all times, regardless of the time frame or challenge presented. Western Downs Civil focuses on building long-term, high-trust relationships with our clients – so your business can rely on us to successfully deliver your project.

Do it Once and Do It Right and get started today with Western Downs Civil.

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Gaskets & PackinG Making the world safer and cleaner through engineered sealing solutions.

At Seal Innovations we know that getting things fixed promptly is important!

We identified the need to have an on the spot service in Chinchilla.

Quick turnaround to minimise your downtime.

No need to go to Brisbane!

For the first time your Pump & Mechanical seals can be refurbished locally by local fitters.

Nothing is to big or small. Drop in for free quotes.

Encompassing 75 years of manufacturing experience in Australasia under license for Flexitallic, SiL is the market leader in the manufacture and supply of static sealing solutions, delivering high quality industrial gaskets.

We strive to achieve by providing best-in-class sealing solutions that allow our customers to operate their plants, complete projects, and start up from turnarounds safely and efficiently. We aim to help customers achieve zero leaks on machine start-up and throughout the operating cycle.

COMPRESSION PACKING cOMpressiOn pacKing

BrisBane Manufacturing capaBility • 6 Spiral Winding Machines • Laser • Water jet • Knife cutter • CNC Machined Seal Lathe • 2 Kammprofile Machines • 3 Machined Metal Lathes • Mechanical Seal Lapping • Pump Repair • Welding Bay • Paint station • Automatic compression packing cutter • National warehouse for gaskets, seals and Mechanical seals.

SIL’s extensive range of 20 Gland Packing types with a vast variety of materials and constructions to suit a wide range of industry applications. All square-braided Gland Packing is made using advanced braiding machines and materials available to maximise packing service life and performance in pumps, valves and static applications.

METALLIC ring type JOint Ring Type Joints (RTJs) excel in high-pressure applications such as oil and gas exploration and production. RTJs are also used on valves and pipework assemblies in refineries and other process industries. Available in oval, octagonal profiles and standard style, RTJs are manufactured to meet both API 6A and ASME B16.20 sizes and ratings. Also available are Style RX ring type joints which energizes on assembly. This type is designed to fit the same groove as a style R, making them interchangeable. For very high pressures, often found in sub-sea wellheads and Christmas tree systems, the style BX is used.

Sub-sea versions of all styles are available with pressure balance holes. SiL designs and manufactures special RTJ and bespoke solid metal gaskets for topside and subsea blow-out preventers.

SOFT CUT cOMpresseD fiBre, graphite & pOlyMer sheet SiLs range of compressed sheet fibre, graphite and polymer sheet are designed for a wide range of applications where sealing performance and specification are essential. These include a comprehensive range of grades, covering a wide spectrum of applications, chemical compatibility and sealing performance. Sheet Jointing can be supplied in sheet form or as cut gaskets, either to standard or nonstandard dimensions.

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• Mechanical Seal Lapping • Pump Repair • Welding Bay • 100 Tonne Hydraulic press • Circle Cutter • Lathe • Milling Machine • Drilling • Hydro Testing • Fully stocked warehouse –Spiral wound gaskets, Ring type joints, CNAF material, Flange Insulation Kits, Mechanical Seals, Orings, Hydraulic and rotary Seals

seal innovations

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A breakthrough in both heat and chemical resistance, Thermiculite® high temperature gasket materials are rated for temperatures up to 1000°C and have passed the API 607 fire test. Thermiculite® sealing materials withstand high temperatures in critical service, corrosive environments and are free from oxidation.

sigMa ptfe sheet Sigma® pairs outstanding chemical resistance of PTFE with enhanced dimensional stability. Developed for processes ranging from cryogenic temperatures to 260°C and suitable for sealing virtually every chemical medium across the entire pH range (0-14). The Sigma® range of materials contain non-stick properties making it easy to remove after usage, dramatically reducing downtime on shutdown. All components in the Sigma® range are FDA compliant. The material’s clean nature makes it ideal for use in industries such as food, pharmaceuticals and electronics where product contamination is a concern.

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SEMI METALLIC

CORROSION MANAGEMENT

SPIRAL WOUND GASKET

CORRICULITE

The Spiral Wound Gasket is a precision engineered solution for flanged joints, heat exchangers, boiler handholes, manholes and other high temperature, high pressure applications — providing resistance to virtually every known corrosive and toxic element.

Corriculite® is a spiral wound gasket filler material, designed to provide optimum sealing performance and corrosion resistance in seawater and hydrocarbon services. Using Thermiculite® technology, it provides a cost-effective, innovative sealing solution for proactive prevention and flange corrosion management. Comparative tests have shown this non-conductive material combination provides sealing reliability in corrosion-sensitive conditions.

KAMMPROFILE GASKET The Kammprofile gasket Flexpro™ has the compressibility of a sheet gasket for low sealing stress, along with the bolt tightness of a spiral wound gasket—plus the handling ease of a solid metal gasket and its resistance to buckling. This gasket fights against flange rotation, bolt stress relaxation and creep including extreme pressure and temperature fluctuations.

CHANGE™ GASKET Originally developed in direct response to customers’ long-term heat exchanger sealing problems. Change™ is a highly-resilient metal-wound gasket, designed to deliver best in class dynamic static sealing technology.

Manufactured using proprietary equipment, Change™ has a proven track-record outperforming conventional gasket technology in challenging environments, especially in applications with mechanical and thermal cycling conditions.

FLANGE RESCUE GASKET (FRG) When corrosion or damage occurs to flange faces, impact on operating costs due to downtime repairs can be significant.

Easy to install, the FRG can be used for remedial repairs on corroded equipment and as a preventative solution on new equipment to prolong its life and avoid costly shutdowns.

ISOLATION KIT The I-Flex isolation system, is an insulation gasket providing electrical & cathodic insulation in pipeline systems and has passed the stringent API 6FB Fire Safety test. SiL provides a complete product range which limits corrosion in pipeline systems, utilising modified PTFE material Sigma® and unique high temperature material Thermiculite®.

Keeping industry moving.

Mechanical seals are used as a method of containing fluid within a vessel (typically pumps, mixers etc.) where a rotating shaft passes through a stationary housing commonly known as a stuffing box or seal chamber.

The challenge is providing a sealing arrangement that is suitable and compatible with the media being pumped / sealed preventing large volumes of pressurised fluid to escape from the sealed area to atmosphere. To address this challenge, a mechanical seal is positioned between the shaft and the pump housing that can contain the pressure of the process being pumped and withstand the friction caused by the shaft rotating.

SiL provides customers with a full mechanical seals range for every industry application.

MECHANICAL SEALS

MECHANICAL SEAL REFURBISHMENT

PUMP REFURBISHMENT

SiL’s RB Sealing range specialises in all mechanical seals. These range from large variety of standard seals to custom made seals, manufactured to suit individual requirements and include:

SiL delivers a cost-effective, as-new, refurbishment service for virtually any mechanical seal, whether our own or our competitors’ products.

Our as-new refurbishment process restores customers’ seals to their original functionality, saving the cost of replacement hardware. Available at our service centres and supported by our highly skilled technical specialists, our refurbishment service offers a costeffective and environmentally sound alternative to purchasing new seals.

Also available is our comprehensive precision machining, servicing, modification and rebuild service to extend the life of your mechanical seals at our workshop. This includes: • Supply/Repair to all makes of seals • All seal spares • Seals Testing • Rotating equipment repair • On site evaluation of seals, machinery & pumps • Site Surveys • On site monitoring • Trouble shooting • Reliability improvement • Laser alignments

SiL workshops provide professional pump repairs, refurbishment, and overhaul by recognised pump specialists. Available at our workshops these services deliver longevity of industrial pumping equipment. Our experienced and skilled technicians save time and money with our comprehensive precision machining, servicing, modification and rebuild services that include: • Supply/Repair to all makes of pumps including; centrifugal pumps, vacuum pumps, PD pumps, blowers • All pump spares • Submersible pump and seal spares and repairs • Rotating equipment repair • On site evaluation of seals, machinery & pumps • Site Surveys • Full pump repair service • Pump base fabrication • Steam turbine repairs • On site monitoring • Trouble shooting • Reliability improvement • Laser alignments

• Welded metal bellows • High temperature metal bellows • Low cost fully balanced cartridge seals • Pusher cartridge designs • Rubber bellows seals • High pressure cartridges • Stationary single spring slurry seals • Dual cartridge seals • Tandem cartridge seals • Seals for reactors • Mixer seals • Dry running seals • Seal support systems and • Environmental sealing systems

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Eyewear Sankey Fraser ...........................................22 Financial Services Fox and Rynne..........................................24 Austrbrokers .............................................24 Fuel Services IOR Petroleum ..........................................25 Health Services Cosmetic Elegance ..................................26 Industrial Seal Innovations ......................................8,9 Nuts Bolts Fasteners & Industrial ..............6 Pirtek..........................................................27 Able Instrument Services.........................27 Plumbing K & R Plumbing ........................................28 Rural Supplies Keith Crawleys..........................................29 New State Builders...................................30 Smash Repairs Col Wilkie Body Works .............................31 Black Auto Group.....................................32 Skills and Training Baseline Training.......................................33 Transport GVM Check...............................................34 Tyres QTR Toowoomba .....................................36 Transport / Tyres Gerry Browns Tyres ..................................37 Tanks / Waterproofing Specialty Services ....................................38 Global Rotomoulding ...............................38 Water Supplies Warrego Water..........................................39 Windows Bradnams..................................................39 GJ Glass and Aluminium .........................39

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Cover: Cover image supplied by MFE Chinchilla www.mfe.com.au Creative: Haylee Thomas, Carmen Miller, Jeff Brown, APN Ad Services Advertising: Rachel Doyle (07) 4672 5501 Rachel.doyle@dalbyherald.com.au Surat Basin General Manager: Erika Brayshaw (07) 4672 9921 erika.brayshaw@chinchillanews.com.au Inquiries: Phone (07) 4672 9900 Fax 3220 6442 Email: advertise@chinchillanews.com.au Address: 12 Mayne Street, Chinchilla Qld 4413 Publisher Indemnity The Industrial Directory 2019/2020 – your guide to the Mining, Resource, Transportation and Services Industry is published by News Corp Australia in Chinchilla. Those who make advertising placement and/or supply copy material or editorial submissions to the Industrial Directory, undertake to ensure that all such material does not infringe any copywrite, trademark, defamation, libel, slander or title, breach or confidence, does not contain anything obscene or indecent, or does not infringe the trade practices act or other laws, regulations or statues. Further to the above mentioned these persons agree to indemnify the publishers and/or its agents against any investigations, claims or judgements.

Contents

Accommodation Base Chinchilla..............................................3 Caloundra Holiday Centre..........................12 Starline Motor Inn........................................13 Accounting Envision Partners ........................................15 Jeff Hannaford.............................................15 Automotive parts / repairs Retractable Parts ........................................16 Dalby Engine Rebuilders ...........................17 Miles Engineering ........................................17 Building / Construction Red Soil Construction.................................18 Kerwicks ......................................................18 Australian Concrete Posts..........................19 Clothing / Embroidery & Building and construction Chinchilla Embroidery.................................19 Cranes / Detailing / Drilling LCR Group ....................................................4 Darr Drilling..................................................20 Dynamic Drilling ..........................................20 Drilling General Petroleum Oil Tools .......................11 Johnson’s Drilling ........................................21 Employment Ebenezer Employment...............................22 Energy and Mining Services Easternwell ....................................................2 Engineering MFE................................................................5 Earthmoving T&W Earthmoving.......................................40 Engineering / Earthmoving Western Downs Civil.....................................7 Baker Rossow ............................................23 DMAC Roma ..............................................23

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Accommodation

HOME AWAY FROM HOME Making worker’s accommodation as comfortable as possible is paramount to overall success.

WHEN you work in the FIFO industry, your chosen accommodation is literally your home away from home.

So for employers, choosing accommodation for staff is a

serious choice.

Not only does the establishment need to provide a comfortable environment to ensure well-rested staff, but it should add to, not take away

from, the experience.

When deciding, consider factors such as food, whether it is included or not and whether it will be needed, proximity to the work site; along with the other

usual factors such as cleanliness and budget.

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accommodation providers are up-to-date and provide a good selection of images and a written overview of their facilities, to help in making your decision.

Take the stress out of booking your staff’s accommodation by doing your research and selecting the right place for them and you, it will pay off in the long run!

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across.

Do your research through websites such as Trip Advisor to read impartial guest reviews.

In the digital age, there really is nowhere to hide and hotels and motels have been extremely accepting of this.

The websites of

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Are you in the Busin ess of providing accommo dation for the Mining and Gas Industry????

We are taking bookings now for our 2020/2021 edition of the Resource Industrial Directory

Want More Information?

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Accounting

MAKE SMART ACCOUNTING DECISIONS Every business, big or small, needs to hire an accountant to protect the financial integrity of the organisation.

Many business owners think that with the assistance of handy software such as QuickBooks, they can personally handle the accounting, and truth be told, that is the biggest mistake a business owner can make.

When business owners decide not to hire an accountant, they are usually motivated by the savings they think they will achieve, but fact of the matter is a good accountant can be one of the most worthwhile investments made in the business, and in the end can actually end up saving the company money.

Hiring the right accountant can be a valuable asset to your business, no matter how small, and can provide many benefits at various stages of growth, such as described below.

Start-up phase During the all-important start-up phase of a company a great accountant can be beneficial in providing advice as to what type of company is best suited for the business model, as well as assist in making decisions in regards to

maximising profit.

The right accountant will also be able to advise and guide you through the financial section of a business plan, allowing you a more professional outlook on what’s to come.

Day-to-day operations When it comes to the daily operations of a business there are many services an accountant can provide.

These services include managing the recording of financial transactions and ensuring compliance with the

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We are taking bookings now for our 2020/2021 edition of the Resource Industrial Directory.

During periods of growth A good accountant is critical to a company during periods of growth, and businesses are able to benefit from their expertise in several ways.

An account will provide valuable advice, in addition to financial reports to indicate how growth should be handled, as well as provide insight as to opportunity.

They will also help with every aspect of business including planning for expansion, opening a new location or even selling if need be.

Using an accredited accountant safeguards a business from having to experience an audit, or can help work through the process of an audit with you should one occur.

Accounting

law, overseeing payroll and helping to find cost savings from various vendors, and from within operating costs.

In addition, an accountant will handle all aspects of tax preparation, such as payroll deductions, financial reports and necessary deductions.

Choosing the right accountant will ensure that a business is able to properly plan for changes in expenses and growth, creating a financial safety net so the business never faces hardship.

During financial hardship If a company is experiencing times of financial difficulty an accountant can help to manage the situation by helping to identify problems within the business, and developing new plans to bring the finances under control.

They can also be useful in working with creditors to organise payment arrangements, handle any liens and negotiate interest rates, directly affecting the financial situation of the company.

A great accountant will offer the flexibility needed to meet the needs of individual owners, whether it is on a full or part time basis, steering the business towards success and financial stability.

Hairy does the Job A Chartered Accountant with a sense of humour

EnVision Partners is a Chinchilla based business consulting and accountancy firm servicing the Western Downs.

We firmly believe in our Mission, Vision and Values and see them as the core around which our business is built.

Jeff Hannaford is a Community Chartered Accountant and Trouble Shooter who has been in business since 1978 when he opened up his first office in Inglewood. His business has now grown with another 2 offices in Texas and Millmerran.

Don’t delay, contact and enjoy the experience of good old fashioned service.

Please contact one of our friendly team to see how we can help your business.

Some services we can assist you with include...

AGRI-BUSINESS

For a free insight into what changes you could make to your business, call Jeff on 0429 894 937

Jeff Hannaford Pty Ltd BUSINESSES & CONTRACTORS

OfďŹ ce Contacts: Millmerran 07 4695 1477 Inglewood 07 4652 1106 Texas 07 4653 1155 7095193ak

EnVision Insurance Services CONTACT US Chinchilla Office 07 4662 8700 Open Mon-Fri, 8:00am - 5:00pm

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Automotive parts / Repairs

REFER TO CHECKLIST

Ensure your vehicle goes the distance with this handy checklist for reference.

1. Never miss an oil change This one's easy, but no doubt one of the most important things you can do to ensure a long life for your truck (or any vehicle for that matter). Ford recommends you do this every 12,000 kilometres or six months.

2.Rotate your tyres Changing your oil is a good time to check up on other types of routine maintenance too.

Rotating your tyres each time

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wheels are out of whack, you'll cause higher wear and tear on tyres and experience poor handling.

3. Alignment is key If around the time of your oil change, your truck is pulling to one side or the other it's probably time for a wheel alignment.

Driving over rough roads at high speeds and aggressive driving can both increase the likelihood of misalignment. If your

4. Check your lights It's easy to get complacent, so that you're only thinking about maintenance around oil changes, but monthly checks on a few basic components are worth the minimal time investment they require. For instance, check that all of your interior and exterior

• Wind-Out Hood Tarp • Electric Roll Front Arm • Electric Roll Dual Arm • Waste Tarps • Long Block Waterproof System

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you change your oil helps ensure an even wear—because tyres wear unevenly according to the drivetrain of your truck.

• Hollowshaft Motor • Dual Cable Wind-Out Tarps • Single Cable Wind-Out Tarps • Roll-Over Tarps

• Pivot Arm Systems AustrAliA’ • Electric Gear Drive #1 tArp s Motors speciAli sts • Electronic Controllers • Waterproof Systems • Asphalt Tarps

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WHEN it comes to relying on your vehicle for your income, keeping up-to-date with maintenance is paramount.

As with most things in life, you get out what you put in, so investing the time in your beloved truck will help ensure it goes the distance and never fails when you need it to perform.

To ensure your truck is living up to its true potential, keep the below check-list handy and undertake all steps.

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lights are working properly. This will get you into a routine and save pennies down the track.

5. Radiator The radiator helps remove coolant heat to maintain the engine working at operating temperature. Too much heat can melt pistons, crack the engine, or warp the cylinder head. Thus, the radiator plays a key role in the efficiency and long service life of your engine.

Although it doesn't have moving components, any of the radiator's simple parts can fail and cause serious engine trouble. Staying on top of coolant levels is imperative to a machine that runs well.

Repairing your vehicles from LITTLE Engines to BIG Engines and all parts in between

* Engine Reconditioning * * Cylinder Head & Fly Wheel Repairs* Engine Kits * Filters* * Lubricants * Tools * Electrical ... and much much more Our workshop operates using state-of-the-art equipment and practices with machinery to handle the largest of diesel and petrol engines. Our workshop is backed by a large range of spare parts and accessories to suit most passenger, commercial, truck, agricultural and heavy earthmoving machinery.

07 4672 5100

15 Loudoun Road, Dalby

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Miles Engineering We stock the largest range of Agricultural and Industrial Equipment in our Region . . . the Surat Basin • We also specialize in safety wear, clothing and footwear • View our Catalogue online

www.milesengineering.com.au

28-46 Murilla Street, Miles, Queensland 4415

Phone: (07) 4627 1488

Fax: (07) 4627 1205

Email: sales@milesengineering.com.au

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SAFETY FIRST FOR QUEENSLANDERS

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• Mechanical Repairs on Heavy Machinery and Trucks • AIS, HAVRAS Inspections • Garden Products (sand, loam, garden soil, Chip Bark, Stone, Mulch) • Road Base Gravel, Cement mix and Aggregate

• Body Trucks • Semi side Tippers • Road Trains

• Water Trucks • Semi Tankers

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Building / Construction

KERWICKS EARTHWORKS

Queensland hospitals, aged care homes and shopping centres will receive a boost to safety standards as the Palaszczuk Government updates Queensland’s mechanical services industry, which are set to take effect in the New Year.

Housing and Public Works Minister Mick de Brenni said the Palaszczuk Government was continuing to provide confidence to Queensland’s built environment.

"These new licensing requirements will ensure people installing medical gas and commercial air-conditioning systems are appropriately qualified and regulated.

"This will save lives," Mr de Brenni said.

"We know that in worst case scenarios, legionella bacteria can grow and spread through air-conditioning systems found in buildings such as aged care, hospitals and shopping centres."

Mr de Brenni said the Government had sought input from industry to help draft the new regulations.

Gary O’Hollarhan, Secretary of the Plumbers Union said these reforms will strengthen the high standards of Queensland’s plumbing and drainage industry and recognise the specialist skills required for those who deliver mechanical service works.

"We’re pleased at this outcome for mechanical services workers, it’s good for the industry and great for Queenslanders."

Graham MacKrill, Queensland Executive Director of the Air Conditioning & Mechanical Contractors’ Association (AMCA) said that this outcome would uphold the high standards their members set in the industry.

"This announcement is a great boost to the industry that will reinforce the important work our members do in Queensland’s public buildings.

"We’ve worked closely with the Palaszcuk Government to make sure the great work our members do is not undermined by unqualified, unlicensed tradies who jeopardise public safety."

We service the: gas • Mining • energy AgriculturAl sectors We provide excellent service and the best fit solutions from the one-day asset maintenance job to working on long term construction projects.

Our clients receive an end product that is well designed and minimises maintenance for the future resulting in lower long terms costs while protecting infrastructure assets.

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• Transportable buildings • Any trade services • Security fencing • Shed construction • Concrete works • Bunded areas • form work • Steel work • Precast concrete • Repair and corrosion protection of your concrete assets

For more information visit our website www.redsoil.com.au Email: estimator@redsoil.com.au or

phone 0438 501 734

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Red Soil Constructions Pty Ltd is a construction and concrete services company providing quality service that is focussed on mitigating safety and environmental risk on high risk sites.

Our QHSE management system is third party certified to ISO international standards.

• All types of building construction, maintenance, repairs, retrofits

Clothing / embroidery & Building and construction

STAND OUT FROM CROWD Make your mark with business uniforms

Although it may often be overlooked as a powerful branding tool — your business’s uniform is one of the best forms of advertising for your company.

Regardless of the size of your work force, staff members who are out and about in the community dressed in their business uniform are doing more for your company’s presence and notoriety than you probably think.

Therefore, with it comes to deciding on a uniform and more importantly, where you’ll have it embodied, selecting the highest

quality workmanship is paramount.

Choosing an embroidery company who can offer a service which is long lasting and smart looking will pay dividends for your business’s brand and overall community presence in the long term.

Consider the image and reputation you want for your company and hire an embroidery service who can help you share that vision through one of your most powerful advertising tools —your business uniform.

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Cranes / Detailing / Drilling

DRILLING INTO THE FUTURE There is work on the horizon for the drilling industry and now is the time to seize it. opportunities for labourers in this sector.

While there may have been boom and bust cycles, there is no doubt there is still growth to come in the coal seam gas (CSG) and liquefied natural gas (LNG) industries in Queensland.

CSG and LNG are a vital

DARR DRILLING PTY LTD

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IF YOU’RE debating what career to get into or thinking of a change in career, you could do a lot worse than the drilling industry.

Australia is home to a plethora of major drilling companies, types and regions, with our region at the forefront of

resource for Queensland’s industrial and manufacturing sectors.

Continued exploration in the region means there will be plenty of work for years to come, meaning stable and secure employment for people with the right qualifications.

Further growth and continued exploration country-wide also offers choice and salary bargaining power for drilling experts, with every state in the country increasing exploration activities in recent years.

We provide water bore drilling services to landholders and gas companies throughout SW Queensland....

OUR EXPERTISE AND EXPERIENCE ADVICE YOU CAN TRUST

• Stock and Domestic Bores • Irrigation Bores • Quality Workmanship • Competitive Rates

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www.darrdrilling.com.au - Miles Qld 4415 Hydrating the Community

Water bore drilling to 1400 metres Provide production casing up to ten inches if required We will research and provide accurate information on ground water in your area prior to quoting Performing the groundwork in quality drilling since 1977 Dynamic Drilling (Aust) Pty Ltd 9-15 Cooper Street, Chinchilla QLD Admin 4672 9400; John 0428 780 913 admin@dynamicdrilling.com.au

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The world of drilling offers ample opportunity for anyone enthusiastic and hardworking

Careers in the drilling industry are well suited to people who like to work outdoors and prefer working with their hands.

There are several types of employment in a drilling operation, the most obvious being the drill crew itself.

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minimum of several years' operational experience.

Other tasks around the drill site are performed by the driller's offsider and there can be more than one offsider, depending on the scope of the work.

Many offsiders have the ambition to become drillers themselves. They achieve this by gaining a level of formal qualifications and by demonstrating learned skills and experience gained on the job.

Depending on the size of the

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This is a management role and is the key interface between the drilling contractor and the client.

The supervisor's role is to ensure that all equipment is being utilised to the best of its capabilities by solving any operational problems, ensuring repairs are done promptly, making sure manning levels are sufficient, reports are correct and submitted on time and there is no

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Queensland Resources Council Deputy Chief Executive Judy Bertram said the data reaffirmed the resources sector’s role as a key Queensland employer with new jobs in mining regions and Australia’s biggest mining town – Brisbane.

"This is good news for people working in the resources sector and more importantly people looking for work especially in regional Queensland," he said.

"The resources sector has hundreds of vacancies looking for men and women to fill.

"Queensland’s resources sector supports more than 315,000 direct and indirect jobs.

Resource jobs are long-term, well paid jobs and can provide education and training to advance employees into the next stage of their careers.

"We want to keep employing more Queenslanders and supporting more regional communities through local investment.

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There’s no denying many Australians have been left dudded by supposed “experts” who have given them shoddy advice and left them worse off.

Banking giant National Australia Bank recently revealed it would set aside $1.2 billion to compensate victims including those who received dodgy advice from planners linked to the bank.

Rrival bank ANZ set aside $559 million for customer related remediation, including poor advice.

The big banks were hauled over the coals in the financial services’ royal commission for disgraceful acts such as charging fees for no service,

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Nnew research by financial comparison website ‘Finder’ quizzed 1000 Australians and found when it comes to seeking advice: •42per cent receive financial advice from parents, grandparents and relatives.

• 26per cent do an online search.

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“However, keep in mind that both your personal financial situation as well as the current economic climate are likely vastly different to what they may have experienced,so proceed with caution,”she said.

A recent ASIC report into financial advice found the biggest barriers to getting advice were the cost(35 per cent), a person’s financial circumstances being too limited (29 per cent), self-managing finances(26 per cent) and not trusting financial advisers(19 per cent).

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“It’s just certified financial planners that enables you to have a non-committal conversation and interaction with a human being that could potentially be your planner in a safe environment.”

But cost has remained a barrier for many people seeking professional financial advice.

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Therefore, due to the incredibly high demand for fuel, there are many corporations involved in the business of importing and exporting fuels, especially to remote areas of Australia.

In the Western Downs and Surat Basin regions, fuel is important for local businesses as well as the gas and mining industries.

What makes a good wholesale fuel supplier is the ability to access a bulk fuel supply, products such as oil and lubricants, fuel equipment solutions and fuel delivery to rural, remote and regional areas.

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Whether you’re an avid bargain hunter looking for the cheapest deal on the market, focused on great customer service, or your concern lies in matters of renewable energy there’s always reason to shop around.

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Outlining your specific requirements and fuel delivery options of the suppliers are two other areas which are also important to look into when doing your research.

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The Australian Workplace Mental Health Institute finds one in four suicides are linked to workplace issues and chief executive Peter Diaz says the topic needs ongoing attention, rather than just at specific times such as on R U OK? Day. Diaz, co-author of Mental Wealth: An Essential Guide to Workplace Mental Health and Wellbeing, says it is more important than ever that every business, organisation and manager across the country is positioned to deal with mental health issues and understand the warning signs.

“We all need to step up and ensure we are taking care of people,” he says.

Typically, older workers are less likely to talk about mental health with bosses and

colleagues, whereas younger workers have normalised the topic.

Bespoke HR managing director Paulette Kolarz says the difference between generations has become clearer as more diverse age groups work together.

“People are not retiring as early and we have Generation Z in the workplace now,” she says.

“The younger ones – under 30 – are now more likely to engage in a mental health service and seek help so more likely to potentially talk about it, versus the 45-plus, older age bracket where it is a bit of a taboo.”

Kolarz says it is good to have more people openly discussing mental illness.

However, it is important to use the correct language to avoid confusing this with a worker having a single bad day or a large workload, thus trivialising diagnosed illnesses such as depression and anxiety.

“(In some instances) it’s as simple as saying, ‘I need to take personal leave’, as opposed to, ‘I have to take mental health days’,” she says. Clinical psychologist and Smiling Mind chief executive Dr Addie Wootten recommends employers and employees take a proactive approach.

She says mindfulness exercises – such as focusing on breathing – can help workers manage their mental health, stress and emotions in the

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“By being more mindful at work, there are many benefits to the team, the business and the individual person,” she says.

“Mindfulness in the workplace is a simple tool that can allow us to connect to the here and now, it is a tool that can help us to wake up, show up and live all of our moments with greater sense of calm and clarity.”

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3. Are they insured?

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4. Are they a local or national company?

5. Are they available 24 hours?

Check your plumbers 24-hour availability.

6. Do they guarantee customer satisfaction and have testimonials to back this up?

Follow up how your plumber rates in the public domain.

7.Are their online reviews more positive or negative?

8. Do they have an up-to-date and reputable website?

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CHOOSING A PUMP Make the right decision for best efficiency

Today there are pumps for every farm job involving water.

Knowing the job requirements and the power source available will help when it comes to choosing the right one.

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The "constant" pressure is maintained via a pressure reservoir, which contains an air-filled bladder allowing pressure to be stored to even out variations in flow as the pump starts and stops. It's best to buy the biggest domestic unit your budget will allow.

PORTABLE PUMPS It is hard to beat a portable, petrol-powered pump, particularly for firefighting. In this situation, compatible fittings on

water-tank valves and hoses are vital, so connections can be made quickly. If pumping from a dam, a suction hose equipped with a foot valve is needed, and a bucket kept handy to prime the pump.

Portable pumps are suitable for filling tanks or transferring water from one dam to another.

A double impeller model can pump useful volumes through an elevation of up to 100m.

They can also be used for irrigation but be sure to open valves before starting the pump because once the engine is running, they begin pumping and can blow apart fittings and hoses if the water has nowhere to go.

STATIONARY PUMPS A farm-water reticulation system generally needs a stationary pump to either pump water directly on demand when a valve is opened - or to keep a header tank filled, which,

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Such a system can provide water to garden taps, deliver drip or sprinkler irrigation to crops and orchards and keep livestock water troughs with automatic float valves full. The source of water could be a dam or a rainwater tank and should always include a well-ventilated shelter to protect the pump from rain and direct sun. Once the required pump capacity is determined, choose the model with the most suitable power source.

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volumes of water, but can be expensive.

DIESEL As volumes to be pumped become larger and are required over longer periods with automatic starting, diesel-powered pumps are a better choice, being more economical and reliable.

SOLAR These are useful when pumping is required some distance from power and farm buildings. An ideal application is lifting water from a dam to a header tank where water demand is not high or erratic.

When there is abundant sunlight in summer they operate for longer each day and pump more water, while in cooler months they do less work, generally matching water demand.

Solar pumps are low maintenance and have extremely low running costs but are expensive to set up. They are normally not chosen where large daily volumes can be required, such as in horticulture.

ELECTRIC Electric pumps can have single or three-phase motors with the latter capable of much higher output.

Despite the ever-increasing rise in tariffs, they are usually cheaper to run than petrol pumps of equivalent output.

Substantial savings are possible by running pumps during off-peak periods, easily achieved with weatherproof timers. Electric pumps have the added advantage of easily starting automatically from a pressure switch. They are the best choice to deliver water on demand for a variety of farm needs, in a similar way to a domestic house pump.

Another advantage of electric pumps is their low-maintenance requirement, provided they are adequately protected from the elements. They have two disadvantages - installation of electric power supply over any distance is expensive, and they are only as reliable as the local power supply.

Electric pumps should not be relied on for firefighting purposes.

PUMP PRIMING Where a pump is above the level of water being pumped, priming consists of removing a plug and pouring water in.

Where the pump is below the water level, for example when water is pumped from a tank, it's only necessary to open the

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PRESSURE The way pump pressure is expressed can be a stumbling block for many. The most common unit used for pumping is "metres of head", or just "metres head".

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the location – is it a clean and professional work environment?

Do they have access to the right equipment?

What vehicle types do they specialise in?

If you have a fleet of heavy vehicles, this is an important distinction as not all smash repairers are created equal.

Is there a high level of experience in the team?

Check the workshop for currently qualifications displayed and memberships to professional organisations.

You should also check to see if the business has any stated guarantees on the work they undertake.

Further questions that should be asked include: Do they use of genuine or non-genuine parts? Is the cost estimate tailored to the vehicle?

What kind of paints do they use?

Avoid a place that uses cheap paints as they can degrade quickly and can even be dangerous.

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Does the company have a truck accident response to include heavy haulage tow trucks and cranes? You should always get at least two written quotes for any repairs and should outline both the repairs and cost for both parts and labour.

Make sure you are aware of your rights under your vehicle’s warranty.

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UPSKILLING A NECESSITY Staying on top of your grame is paramount WORKERS and employers need to keep pace with changes in the industry, so training and up skilling is vital.

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This bipartisan group, Co-Chaired by Assistant Minister for Regional Development and Territories Nola Marino and Shadow Assistant Minister for Road Safety Senator Glenn Sterle, aims to increase awareness of the industry and deepen its engagement with the Australian Parliament.

Senator Sterle said that this new bipartisan Friendship Group is going to play an important role in creating more awareness of the importance of the trucking

and heavy vehicle industry in the Parliament.

“Trucking is in my blood,” Senator Sterle said.

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Meanwhile, the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) and Heavy Vehicle Industry Australia (HVIA) have welcomed news of the new forum.

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HVIA President John Drake said it was very encouraging to see Australia’s politicians understand the importance of the trucking industry and their willingness to engage on important issues.

“This is an unrivalled opportunity for the industry to speak with a shared voice and to raise the profile of our amazing industry with decision-makers in the Federal Parliament,” Mr Drake said.

“We thank and acknowledge Chairs Marino and Sterle for their hard work in establishing the PFTTTL and look forward to working with all of the members of the group to ensure a positive result and improvements in heavy vehicle safety and productivity,” he said

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