Master Locksmiths Association of Australasia

SLED Investigators have fined a Melbourne-based company $16,500 for providing unlicensed locksmiths and advertising without a licence while allegedly running a locksmithing scam in NSW.

One of the unlicensed persons was issued $11,000 worth of fines for carrying on a security activity without a licence and for failing to comply with a requirement of an Enforcement Officer. Several others left the country following contact from SLED Investigators.

Due to legal reasons, we cannot name the company or persons involved at this time. Investigations into unlicensed locksmiths are continuing.

Day one of the Association's National Conference & Trade Expo in Cairns is well underway. Brilliant effort by our wonderful exhibitors in setting up their booths. Lots of delegates taking advantage of the networking opportunities.

The National Conference & Trade Expo is less than 3 weeks away.

All you need to know is in the Conference Program, including the sessions, speakers, competitions and awards, exhibitors, floorplan, and more.

To download your copy of the program, please click the link:

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Day 2 of the John Andrew Apprentice of the Year competition is about to kick off at K J Ross Security Locks in Knoxfield. Picking & impressioning, lock fitting and automotive are all on the agenda. A big thank you to the Ross family for allowing us to use the factory, and to Steve Howard from Lightning Locksmiths for looking after the automotive component.

PM8 was used to test the apprentices' master keying knowledge. It is only the second time we have used Promaster and we appreciate the support of WH Software and LSC in making this possible.

Day one of the John Andrew Apprentice of the Year competition has commenced. Master keying & safe diagnostics will be tested at the LSC Complete Security Solutions DC in Brooklyn. We wish our seven young high achievers the best of luck. A big thank you to LSC, Silca & ABUS for sponsoring this important competition.

Excited to be at the Illawarra Sports Stadium- Berkley for the Apprenticeship/Traineeship Jobs Expo today from 3pm to 8pm. We are ready to connect with students interested in a locksmithing career.
Join us if you are in the area!

Great night at Lumber Punks Axe Throwing in Perth last night. A big thank you to Lance and the team from Lock & Key for hosting the event.

We're thrilled to be a part of the Apprenticeship/Traineeship & Jobs Expo in Newcastle today. Our table setup is ready to welcome all aspiring locksmiths!
Local Members are welcome to call in and say hello.

Did you know you can now access the ATO small business tax time toolkit 2023 - https://www.ato.gov.au/Tax-professionals/TP/Tax-Time-Toolkit---Small-business/?=redirected_SBtaxtimetoolkit

The toolkit includes updated links to useful information, tools, calculators, learning resources and other support and services.

The ATO also runs small business webinars and workshops which can be found here: https://www.ato.gov.au/Business/Starting-your-own-business/Small-business-webinars-and-workshops/?=redirected_sbwebinars

All locksmiths & security professionals are invited to our Annual WA Social Event at Lumber Punks Axe Throwing in East Perth on Friday 18 August.

For more information and to register, please go to: https://t145.membes-ams.com/eventdetails/19515/mlaa-wa-social-event

https://www.police.wa.gov.au/Media-Centre/Media-Releases/4962-Use-of-licensed-security-installers

Great joint initiative between the WA Police and the Association.

Use of licensed security installers This is a joint media release from WA Police Force and the Master Locksmiths Association of Australasia.

https://masterlocksmiths.com.au/blog/automotive-locksmith/

An MLAA automotive locksmith is your best option when you are locked out of your vehicle or you have lost your keys.

Automotive Locksmiths Can Keep You on the Move - Master Locksmiths When people lose their car keys, they often think they need to contact the car dealer to get replacement keys. They need to think again!

Another very busy day at the Careers Expo in Greater Western Sydney. Lots of interest from students from years 9 to 12. A big thank you to Ben from Macquarie Locksmiths for helping out and talking to the students about the benefits of a career in locksmithing.

Not sure what deductions you can claim as a 'Tradie'? Well, good news! The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) have shared some helpful tips and resources to give you a hand.
As many working situations have changed, it is now more important than ever that you understand how to best prepare for your tax returns.
You will find their range of tips and resources here: http://ow.ly/G6hY50Ov65U

Day one of the Greater Western Sydney Careers expo in Cambridge Park starts soon. Any locksmiths in the area are welcome to come in and say hello. You might just meet your next 1st year apprentice!

The MLAA is currently exhibiting at the Young Women in Trades & Tech expo today and tomorrow at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre - http://ow.ly/fPy950Ok1AG.

Once again, a strong display from our Members showcasing their support for our industry. With special thanks to Jason - Wynns Locksmiths, Alison - Brighton Security Centre and Jess - All Secure Locksmiths.

The MLAA is exhibiting at the Young Women in Trades & Tech expo this Wednesday and Thursday at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre. This event, hosted by the Department of Education, is for female and non-binary students in years 9 to 12. We cannot collect details from the students, but we can direct them to the Apprentice Jobs Board on our industry website. If you are looking for a first year apprentice , now is the time to place you ad on the jobs board: https://t145.membes-ams.com/locksmithing-apprenticeship/submit-an-apprentice-job-ad/

Applications to participate in the John Andrew Apprentice of the Year 2023 competition are now being accepted! This great competition recognises excellence among Australian and New Zealand locksmith apprentices, and acknowledges the important relationship between an apprentice and their mentor.
Competitors are put through their paces across a wide range of core locksmithing skills, including picking, impressioning, lock fitting, master keying and more.
The competition's winner and their mentor receive a fully-funded trip to Europe to vist the Silca factory in Italy and the ABUS factory in Germany, both industry-leading, world-class manufacturing facilities, generously provided by the competition's sponsors LSC, Silca and ABUS.
To enter the competition and to see the full terms and conditions, please go to: https://industry.masterlocksmiths.com.au/my-membership/awards-honours/john-andrew-apprentice-of-the-year-competition/ Entries close on 31st July 2023.

Careers expos are a great way to reach out to young people who are looking at career opportunities in a trade. A big thank you to A1 Locksmiths who represented the locksmithing industry at the Mini Careers Expo at South Metropolitan TAFE on Thursday 4 May. The new locksmithing workshop looks fantastic, and the industry needs to take every opportunity to show it off, and to let people know what a great and rewarding career they can have as a locksmith/security professional.

The MLAA will be hosting a mini Trade Expo at the Novotel in Ellerslie, Auckland on 19 & 20 May.

This is very much an old-fashioned trade expo (think trestle tables, roll up banners & lots of products).

Many of our Trade Partners will be showcasing their very latest product offerings.

This event is free for all security industry professionals.

There is still time to register for the Talking Tax with Grant Thornton webinar on 16 May.

Sponsored by Strategic Partner NetStripes, Raj and Sandra from Grant Thornton will cover:

• Tax strategies SMEs must consider before EOFY
• Changes to be aware of from the last Federal Budget
• Preparation for the new financial year
• Grants and funds available for small business owners

At the conclusion of this session attendees will be invited to ask questions of Raj and Sandra.

This webinar is open to all Business Members and their staff.

Last Friday night in Rockingham, Western Australia, we celebrated a very important milestone in the training of future locksmiths – the official opening of a new, permanent training facility for apprentices.

Following temporary homes in Beaconsfield and Kwinana, this new facility has been specifically designed and fitted out for locksmiths. It represents many years of hard work from numerous people, and also a significant investment by both South Metropolitan TAFE and the Department of Workforce and Development.

The evening was attended by representatives from both the TAFE and industry, and it was co-sponsored by South Metropolitan TAFE, the Master Locksmiths Association of Australasia and the Locksmiths Guild of Australia.

A big thank you to Colin Wilkins from the TAFE who hosted the night. Thanks also to Richard Knowles and David Hartigan from the LGA and Peter Johnson from the MLAA for making the trip to WA to attend the event.

Our industry suppliers also deserve a special mention. A number of them installed some terrific signage in the main training area:

• ASSA ABLOY
• SG LOCK & SECURITY
• LSC
• LOCK & KEY
• SAFE CENTRAL

Our suppliers donate many thousands of dollars worth of products every year, and without their support, the next generation of locksmiths would not have access to the very latest products and equipment.

A special thank you to Adam Burling from Safe Central for the very generous donation of electronic safe locks. These will be put to very good use when the apprentices are learning about safes and safe locks.

A big thank you to former Regional Director for Western Australia, Steve Arias. Steve has worked tirelessly for over ten years, often behind the scenes, to get this facility up and running, and I am sure his efforts will be appreciated for many years by future generations of locksmiths.

A big pat on the back to TAFE teacher Richard James. Richard’s passion and perseverance over many years have finally paid off. Richard believes he now has the best TAFE facility in the country – not that he is bias.

BTW, the Mexican chicken wings were delicious!

Congratulations Western Australia. The best is yet to come.

Matt Graham
Regional Director for Western Australia

Please join us for our first New Zealand Branch meeting for 2023.

We have lots to discuss, including the new Membership fee structure, the NZ training program for Apprentices, the John Andrew Apprentice of the Year Competion, our National Conference Trade Expo, and more.

Regional Director for New Zealand, Mike Begg and MLAA Chief Executive, Peter Johnson will be in attendance.

Register here: http://ow.ly/6YOZ50NNw05

Join the MLAA and our Strategic Partner NetStripes as we sit down with the tax experts at Grant Thornton Australia, Raj Deepan and Sandra Boswell, to discuss the tax updates that will affect your business.

Register here: http://ow.ly/wwGU50NLkcb

Join us at the LSC Complete Security Solutions Distribtion Centre in Export Drive for the MLAA Victorian Branch meeting. There will be lots of products on display, and you will get to experience LSC's legendary hospitality. MLAA Victorian Director will bring you up to speed with the latest industry happenings, including the John Andrew Apprentice of the Year competition and our National Conference & Trade Expo in Cairns in October.

Register here: http://ow.ly/yqWR50NIPVw

The scammers have not gone away. Make sure you call a member of the Master Locksmiths Association.

Avoid Locksmith Scams - Master Locksmiths A professional locksmith for only $45. It sounds too good to be true because it is too good to be true! You would never expect to get a plumber or an electrician to call out to your home or business for $45.

It is great to see the past three winners of the John Andrew Apprentice of the Year competition in Europe visiting two world class manufacturers - Silca in Italy and ABUS in Germany. Congratulations again to Charles McMahon, David Cowley, Jesse Shepherd and their mentors. This is without doubt the best competition anywhere in the world for apprentices. Thanks to LSC, Silca and ABUS for sponsoring this most prestigious competition.

We are pleased to release MLAA Regulations Bulletin 10 - Class 2 Buildings: Unit Entry Fire Doors. The new Regulations Bulletin addresses the requirements for unit entry fire doors and what constitutes being compliant. MLAA Regulations Bulletins serve as handy primers on various aspects of legislation and regulations affecting the locksmithing and security industry.

MLAA Business Members can download the new Regulations Bulletin at the link below, as well as all our previous Regulations/NCC Bulletins. A login is required.

http://ow.ly/SufK50N03S3