Where has the CMPA been heading over the past 12 months? With an increase in all areas of the Association’s activities, the last 12 months have been quite busy for the CMPA. CMPA EVENTS Fixed Plant Workshop The Fixed Plant Workshop (June 05) included a site visit to Unimin- Lilydale. Support Document now available. Transport …

The Agreement Making Process after Workplace Relations Reforms WorkChoices is an attempt to simplify agreement making in the workplace. It establishes the Australian Fair Pay Commission (“AFPC”) and the Australia Fair Pay and Conditions Standard (the “Standard”). The AFPC is responsible for setting the Standard and minimum wages. This Standard encompasses: Wages as set by …

The objectives that drove the establishment of any industry representative organisation in the beginning will almost certainly vary over time. It’s also almost certain too that opinion will vary on the direction and goals of an Association. With that in mind, and the AGM held recently, it is a good time to revisit and review …

Restructure of the CMPA Management Committee Pictured above are the dedicated Members of the CMPA Management Committee present at the 2005 Annual Dinner. This year we regretfully say goodbye and thank you to a number of these Committee Members. Since 2005, Andrew Lambing has stepped down from his position as Associate Chairperson to make way …

The 2006 CMPA AGM & Dinner was our biggest yet with a record number of attendees filling the Brimbank Room at the Ultima Function Centre in Keilor. Our Guest of Honour, the Honourable Fran Bailey, Federal Minister for Small Business, gave an insightful presentation to get the evening started. Attendees enjoyed quality food and wine …