Master Plumbers, keeping you up to date with the latest in your industry
As the 28 August due date for the Taxable payments annual report (TPAR) approaches, now is the time for businesses to work out if they need to lodge this year to report payments made to contractors in 2020–21.
The Fair Work Regulations 2009 (FW Regulations) have recently been varied to include sexual harassment as one of the factors that could be considered to be serious misconduct.
From 1 July 2021, the superannuation contribution rate will increase from 9.5% to 10% of ordinary time earnings (OTE).
For 130 years the Master Plumbers has promoted and rewarded education and training through the Gold Medal and Training Awards.
As a Tradie you may be entitled to claim a range of expenses from clothing and laundry to tools and equipment. That is, if the expense is directly work related and you haven’t been...
Polymaster Septic Tanks have been designed and manufactured in Australia, using only high-quality Australian industrial grade polyethylene and are able to withstand the rigours of the real world such as knocks during transport, jolts and bangs during installation and ground water pressure after installation.
Nathan Jarvis wants to ensure the next generation of plumbers have what it take to move the industry forward, writes Kathryn Kernohan.
Master Plumbers' technical expert Aaron Bridger warns installing plumbers to check Watermark certification, as recent changes could leave them exposed.
The reform of the Victorian Residential Tenancies Act has impacts for gasfitting, which highlights the need for far better compliance regime. Master Plumbers’ Chief Technical Officer, Gary Bath explains.
The reform of the Victorian Residential Tenancies Act has impacts for gasfitting, which highlights the need for far better compliance regime. Master Plumbers’ Chief Technical Officer, Gary Bath explains.
Big Build Apprenticeships scheme and the investment in major projects, will deliver a pipeline of opportunities for plumbers starting their career. Kathryn Kernohan reports.
Industry leaders and government are becoming increasingly concerned about the level of complacency around COVIDSafe behaviours that are present across the community and now quite visible in the building and construction industry.
Industry leaders and government are becoming increasingly concerned about the level of complacency around COVIDSafe behaviours that are present across the community and now quite visible in the building and construction industry.
It was used in more than 3000 products prior to 1990 and still lurks in things like hot water service flues, cowls and gaskets.
The significant proposed changes to the AS/NZS5601.1 standards are: Clarification that the standard does not apply to the repair of existing gas installations (including the repair of gas appliances) but does apply to modifications of existing installations. (Clause 1.1.3.1 Conformance) New definition for an “ignition source”, “open flued appliance”, “fire safety system”, “semi-rigid connector”, “under-pressure […]
The Government wants to change super laws that could see workers new to the industry stapled to a fund that doesn’t provide insurance cover for dangerous occupations.
WorkSafe is vigilant in its inspections of COVID safety and the latest figures back this up with more than 5,100 COVID visits in February and March.
Businesses encouraged to take advantage of the JobMaker Hiring Credit as the 30 April deadline approaches.
Wednesday 28 April is World Day for Safety and Health at Work and Workers' Memorial Day. The day provides an opportunity to reflect on how to prevent work-related occupational diseases, deaths, injuries, and illnesses. It is also a day to remember those that have died from a work-related injury or illness.
IAPMO Oceana recently hosted its inaugural Product Information Session, an opportunity for attendees to learn about the latest technology and interact with industry leaders.
IAPMO Oceana recently hosted its inaugural Product Information Session, an opportunity for attendees to learn about the latest technology and interact with industry leaders.
The FW Amendment Act:- inserts a definition of casual employment into the Fair Work Act 2009; provides a pathway for a casual employee to be re – classified as either a full – time or a part – time employee (after satisfying various criteria); and inserts provisions that require an employer to provide both existing […]
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