Author: Danny Williamson
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Australia’s apprenticeship system at risk without an urgent reform, new report warns
Australia’s skills shortage is getting worse, with the nation’s apprenticeship and traineeship system struggling to meet the needs of employees and the broader economy. Described as ... -
AVANI launches luxury bathroom concept studio in Brisbane
AVANI has launched its first luxury bathroom concept studio in Teneriffe, Brisbane. With more than 20 years’ experience in high-end bathroom design, Anne-Maree Hopley brings a ... -
Former water management operators and drainage supplies business fined $22,000
The Fair Work Ombudsman has secured $21,978 in penalties in court against the former operators of a water management and drainage supply business. An $18,315 ... -
The Wondercap Company releases RetroFit Puddle Flange
The Wondercap Company has released the RetroFit Puddle Flange, its latest fitting that transitions the waterproofing membrane to the shower drain. The flange comes in 100mm ... -
IAPMO Oceania laboratory earns NATA accreditation
The IAPMO Oceania Technology Laboratory, based in Narre Warren, is now officially accredited by the National Association of Testing Authorities, Australia (NATA). The laboratory can now ... -
AREMA calls for urgent reform on incentives for hot water heat pumps
Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Equipment Manufacturers Association of Australia (AREMA) is calling for urgent reform on incentives for hot water heat pumps. New South Wales and Victoria, ... -
A prefabricated pipe dream
Unlike other parts of the trade industry, the plumbing sector has yet to see prefabrication take off. Daniel Williamson explores why this is the case and ... -
Sloan releases its dual-flush valves for commercial buildings
Sloan has released its dual-flush valves, aiming to replace outdated toilet systems in commercial buildings and drastically cut water wastage. Traditional single-flush toilets use up to ... -
PIP acquires Honeywell’s PPE business
Protective Industrial Products (PIP), an Australian-based leader in personal protective equipment, has completed its acquisition of Honeywell’s personal protective equipment (PPE) business. The acquisition brings a ... -
GROHE launches Purefoam at ISH 2025
GROHE has launched Purefoam at ISH 2025, the company’s latest in shower technology that transforms specially crafted soap into a warm and weightless foam cloud. “GROHE ...
