Author: Casey McGuire
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ABCB extends lead-free sell-through deadline to May 2028
The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) has extended the installation timeframe for existing lead-free plumbing products to 1 May 2028. The decision aims to give the ... -
NETZSCH unveils NEMO Dispensers for precise dosing of abrasive and viscous fluids
NETZSCH Pumps USA has unveiled its NEMO Dispensers for accurate dosing and metering of highly abrasive, viscous and shear-sensitive fluids across industrial applications. The positive displacement ... -
ARC launches online tool to report refrigerant breaches
The Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) has launched a ‘Report a Breach’ form on the ARCtick website, making it easier for industry members and the public to ... -
TAFE NSW trainee switches from sport science to sprinkler fitting and finds her calling
A casual job at Bunnings has sparked an unexpected career in fire protection for Windsor woman Kate Powell, who is now a second-year apprentice in the ... -
MATES launches hi-vis workwear to celebrate peer suicide prevention volunteers
MATES has unveiled a range of branded hi-vis workwear designed to recognise and celebrate trained volunteers who provide peer-based suicide prevention support across the construction, energy, ... -
Pressalit and DKJO launch world-first dementia-friendly toilet seat
Pressalit, in collaboration with Australian distributor DKJO, has developed a world-first toilet seat designed specifically to assist people living with dementia. The seat is available in ... -
GalvinAssist launches high-contrast tapware to improve safety in care settings
GalvinAssist has introduced high-contrast tapware designed for aged care, dementia care and healthcare environments, aimed at supporting safety and independence for people with vision impairments. The ... -
GalvinAssist Contour 21 basins designed to improve hygiene in clinical settings
GalvinAssist has released its Contour 21 basins made for hospitals, aged care and other health environments, with a focus on hygiene and long-term durability. The basins ... -
Villeroy & Boch release Infinity Shower collection
Villeroy & Boch has released its Infinity Shower collection, giving plumbers and specifiers a practical option that meets contemporary bathroom standards without sacrificing performance or water ... -
Standards Australia releases handbook to boost prefabricated housing
Standards Australia has released SA HB 268, a handbook for prefabricated and modular construction, for public comment until 13 January 2026. Developed by the technical committee ...
