Public Interest
Peter Jensen, self-appointed curator and Master Plumbers’ National Councillor, takes us into the archives to see the treasures of a bygone era.
Public Interest
Master Plumbers is keeping you up to date with the latest public interest articles
Profile
How to build a successful business
John Tuck is retiring from the business he created 50 years ago. His business is so successful it will continue with his name. Kathryn Kernohan chats to John about plumbing, business and retirement.
Industry Updates
Plumbing’s silver lining
All corners of the world have shared the significant challenges and interruptions brought about by last year’s catastrophic COVID pandemic and the ongoing climate change crisis. These issues are having an unprecedented impact on...
Public Interest
Pivoting to protect
Fighting the pandemic has needed skills from our industry. Kathryn Kernohan reports on how Master Plumbers’ member organisation, Westaflex, answered the call to manufacture a product, which now supports frontline health care workers.
Public Interest
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is still being felt across many aspects of our lives, but new reports show there is reason for optimism. Kathryn Kernohan reports.
Industry Updates
Get to know a changing standard
Updates to the AS 5601.2.2020 gas standards, LP Gas installations in caravan and boats for non-propulsive purposes, are now in place. Master Plumbers’ technical expert Aaron Bridger takes us through the major changes.
Careers
March is the month that marks International Women’s Day. To mark the occasion, Kathryn Kernohan spoke to four leaders in the construction industry.
Careers
Careers
March is the month that marks International Women’s Day. To mark the occasion, Kathryn Kernohan spoke to four leaders in the construction industry.
Industry Updates
Queensland has taken another step towards ensuring Australia emerges as a global hydrogen superpower.
Industry Updates
Industry Updates
Queensland has taken another step towards ensuring Australia emerges as a global hydrogen superpower.
Industry Updates
2. Gas safety activities The safety-related activities in subclauses (2) and (3) only apply if the rented premises contain any appliances, fixtures or fittings which use or supply gas. The residential rental provider must ensure that a gas safety check of all gas installations and fittings in the rented premises is conducted every 2 years […]
Public Interest
In late 2020, the Fair Work Commission concluded the 4 Year Review of the Plumbing and Fire Sprinklers Award 2010 (Plumbing Award 2010). As a consequence, the Plumbing and Fire Sprinklers Award 2020 (Plumbing Award 2020) will replace the Plumbing Award 2010. When will it take effect? The Plumbing Award 2020, will commence operation on […]
Public Interest
The ATO are committed to delivering a better client experience for small business. Helping you to improve your skills and knowledge to be successful in your small business venture is an important part of this commitment.
Industry Updates
As a result, there are now 8 ‘tier 1’ exposure sites where anyone who has visited one of those sites during the specified period, are required to get tested and isolate for 14 days. The location of those sites and times are listed on the DOH website at https://www.dhhs.vic.gov.au/important-alert-about-new-hotel-quarantine-case-covid-19
Industry Updates
An inspection blitz by the state plumbing regulator on building drainage has found more than half were noncompliant, leaving one homeowner with a $40,000 repair bill.
Commercial supporter
Some of the hardest hit by the COVID-19 outbreak are our business owners, particularly those in small and medium-sized organisations.
Apprenticeship
Master Plumbers’ Apprentice Awards
For nearly 130 years the Master Plumbers has promoted, and rewarded education and training through the Gold Medal and Training Awards.
Commercial supporter
Natasha Golden, Principal Insurance Broker for the Marsh trades’ team, answering your questions on plumbers’ insurance.
Profile
Lorena Kollar tells Kathryn Kernohan that no two days are ever the same as the HR Officer with Melbourne’s plumbing company, Chadoak.
Profile
Profile
Lorena Kollar tells Kathryn Kernohan that no two days are ever the same as the HR Officer with Melbourne’s plumbing company, Chadoak.
Public Interest
How to tackle cyber threats
If it wasn’t already a high priority, cyber security has become even more important thanks to COVID-19, Kate Jones reports.
Public Interest
Solar energy’s bright future
Innovative technologies and rising consumer backlash against utility bills are motivating more Australians to consider solar PV as an energy yield option.
