BERT & CIP

02/04/2026

Huge thank you to our sponsors for backing PUNK FOR PEOPLE 2026 🤘

We couldn’t make this night happen without the support of:
ETU Queensland & NT
The Services Union
Plumbers Union Qld
CFMEU Construction & General QLD/NT
BERT & CIP

Your support helps us put on this event and raise vital funds for Nourish Street Inc, supporting people experiencing homelessness in our community.

We appreciate you being part of something that actually makes a difference. 💥

📅July 4
📍Crowbar, Brisbane
🎟️ $20 tickets.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/57dee0a7-09fc-4ba4-aeda-c5083fec7013

12/03/2026

BERT Training Fund proudly supporting our Qld Apprentices competing in this years Apprentice Skills Competition!!

✈️ QLD Apprentices have touched down in Melbourne for the 2026 Plumbing Industry Climate Action Centre Apprentice Skills Competition!

Representing Queensland this year we have:
🔧 Sprinkler Fitters: Patrick Lyndon & Lachlan Mears-Crabbe
🔧 Mechanical Plumber: Benjamin Smith
🔧 Plumber: Harley Rohlf

They’re also joined by last year’s winner Harrison Tresider and Apprentice Mentor Jack Keogh.

We wish the team the very best of luck as they represent Queensland on the national stage! 👏

Proudly supported by BERT & CIP.

04/03/2026

Punk for People is a Punk music event dedicated to raising funds to support the most vulnerable in society – Every penny from door sales goes to our nominated charity - Nourish Street Inc - A grassroots charity providing essential support to those sleeping rough - homeless or at risk of becoming homeless in Brisbane.

Saturday 4 July 2026 | 5pm
Crowbar Brisbane (Fortitude Valley)
TICKETS on SALE NOW!!!!

https://tickets.oztix.com.au

20/02/2026

SAVE the DATE!

Friday 26 June 2026 | Gailes Golf Course

Dust off the clubs and start practising that swing. The BERT | CiP Charity Golf Day is on again in 2026. 🏌️

The day will be the same venue and the same format you know and love.

More details regarding sponsorship and team registrations will follow, but for now mark your calendars and get ready for another great day on the green.

12/02/2026

Happy National Apprentice Week! 👷‍♀️🛠️👷

BERT Training Fund proudly invests $9.7 million a year and currently supports over 780 apprentices from the CFMEU Construction & General QLD/NT and Plumbers Union Qld.
With an outstanding completion rate of over 95%, the results from the BTF funded apprentice programs speak for themselves.

We’re proud to back the future of our industry.

08/01/2026

✨ New Year, Fresh Start ✨
There’s something powerful about the beginning of a new year — a chance to reset, refocus, and take charge of the things that matter most.

If getting your finances in order is on your 2026 goals list, the BERT Financial Services team are here to make it easier.
As a financial member of the CFMEU Construction & General QLD/NT and Plumbers Union Qld, you have access to free financial planning, designed to help you feel confident, informed, and in control of your future.

Whether you’re looking to budget better, plan for retirement, or simply get clarity on where you stand, now is the perfect time to start.

Let’s make 2026 your strongest financial year yet. 💼✨
Call the team on 07 3833 1100 to book your appointment today!

24/12/2025

Merry Christmas from BERT | CIP🎄
Our office will close from midday Wednesday 24 December 2024 and will re-open 8am on Monday 5 January 2026.
The team at BERT | CIP wish all our members and the industry a safe and happy holidays!

24/10/2025

Looking to Upskill?
Whether you are new to the building game, or a seasoned veteran looking to further your skills, BERT Training Fund is here help.

To find out more visit https://bert.com.au/training/ or give the team a call on 1300 261 114.

19/09/2025

On the road and in the heart of North Queensland!

The BERT | CIP, BERT Financial Services and BERT Training team had the absolute pleasure of visiting some of our incredible members across the region last week.

12/09/2025

The BERT | CIP, Danger Sun Overhead and MATES in Construction QLD & NT team are always proud to Fly the Flag and celebrate the work that the industry, Connectors, ASIST workers and Volunteers do on site everyday!

03/09/2025

BERT | CIP proud to support the industry's next generation