Author: Staff Writer
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New Plumbing Course Supporting Industry
The Certificate II in Plumbing (Pre-apprenticeship) 22569VIC* is in its first year of delivery at GOTAFE. A pre-apprenticeship prepares graduates with the skills and knowledge for ... -
Emission Standards Need More Thought: HIA
“The Housing Industry Association (HIA) is concerned about the impact the Federal Governments fuel emissions standards will have on the cost of doing business for tradies,” ... -
ITECA Supports Review of Apprenticeships Incentive System
The Australian Government’s strategic review of the Australian apprenticeships incentive system is overdue but welcome, according to the Independent Tertiary Education Council Australia (ITECA), the peak ... -
The Rise of CO2 Heat Pumps
Heat pumps are now one of the main topics of discussion within the building and plumbing industry. With natural gas being phased out, developers have turned ... -
New Apprentice Accreditation Scheme for Employers
Global Apprenticeship Network (GAN) Australia, the Australian arm of the global organisation supported by the International Labour Organization (ILO) is introducing an accreditation system that will ... -
‘Falls From Heights’ Infringements Lead to Massive Fines
Almost $1 million in fines have been issued at the halfway point of SafeWork NSW’s 12-month blitz on falls from heights. The ‘Working at Heights in ... -
RWC to Acquire Holman Industries
Reliance Worldwide Corporation Limited (ASX: RWC) (“RWC” or “the Company”) has entered into an agreement to acquire the Holman Industries business (“Holman”) for A$160 million(1) (US$105 ... -
Renewable Energies Without Natural Gas
Energy is to our modern lifestyle what water is to our life. One cannot be sustained without the other. As governments around the country move to ... -
Mandatory CPD Is Coming
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) for plumbers is currently mandatory in Tasmania, but voluntary in all other Australian states and territories. However, work is progressing to make ... -
Rheem Apprentice Plumber Grants 2024 – Apply Now!
Rheem Australia is encouraging Australian apprentice plumbers and gas fitters from all corners of the country to apply for a share in $60,000, available through its ...
