Author: Staff Writer
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Are you concealing something?
Energy Safe Victoria gas inspectors are continuing to come across incorrectly installed non-permanent joints in concealed locations other than underground or embedded in concrete. Paul Makrievski ... -
Where to find tailored tax tips for tradies
Need a hand with your deductions this tax time? The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has a suite of tailored guides for (*almost) every occupation. Use them ... -
Planning to claim work-related expenses this year?
Remember, to claim a deduction for any work expense: you must have spent the money yourself and you weren’t reimbursed the expense must directly relate to ... -
Strengthen your cybersecurity habits to stay safe this tax time
The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has reported more than a 300% increase in email impersonation scams in the last year. ATO impersonation scams are generally at ... -
Improving fall safety in 2025: Case studies for innovation
While falls from a height can happen in seconds, the consequences can last a lifetime. Falling several meters can easily lead to lifelong injuries or death. ... -
Don’t get ‘stranded’: Changing installer practices for drain lines
A previously little-known issue in the plumbing industry – ‘stranding’ – has become the source of a major shift in the requirements for laying drains. Dr ... -
Five must-know tax tips for tradies
The end of the financial year is fast approaching and for small trade and construction businesses including family-run operations, tax time can be a stressful period ... -
Consider using water-source heat pumps
As hydraulic engineers consider ways to improve overall building efficiency, one product that could be considered more frequently is a water-source heat pump (WSHP) for domestic ... -
The art of purging
The art of purging is slowly becoming lost, with some in the gas industry struggling to understand the importance of purging – and not knowing the ... -
Building a safer tomorrow by reducing construction fatalities in 2025
Construction is an essential but dangerous industry. Fatal accidents are all too common, so building firms must take all necessary measures to ensure safer workflows. While ...
