Codes, Standards & Regulations
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Standards Australia addresses access to Australian standards
Standards Australia has met with Parliament House in Canberra to address access to Australian standards. They identified accessibility to standards being a critical issue impacting safety, ... -
Cook Labour Government pushes for Plumbers Licensing Amendment Bill
The Cook Labour Government pushes to pass a Bill in Western Australia to modernise and improve plumbing regulation and address industry concerns. The Plumbers Licensing Amendment ... -
Countdown to 2027: Is Victoria ready for the gas switch-off?
Victoria is on the clock. From 1 January 2027, new gas connections will be banned. Just two months later, rental properties must replace outdated gas hot ... -
Industry leaders demand free Standards to alleviate costs for small businesses
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) and construction leaders have met with Standards Australia at Parliament House, demanding easier access to Australian Standards to help small businesses ... -
NCC 2022 Amendment 2 in full effect
The National Construction Code (NCC) 2022 Amendment 2 has been published to align it with recent changes to the Disability (Access to Premises – Buildings) Standards ... -
Standards Australia updates AS 4000:2025 General Conditions of Contract
Standards Australia has published the revised AS 4000:2025 General Conditions of Contract, reflecting legislative and industry changes over the past 28 years. This comprehensive contract standard ... -
MPA NSW disappointed with ban on natural gas appliances
The Master Plumbers Association of NSW (MPA NSW) is disappointed by the City of Sydney’s ban on natural gas appliances. That will take effect in all ... -
GAMAA welcomes Victorian Government’s standards
The Gas Appliance Manufacturers Association of Australia (GAMAA) has welcomed the Victorian Government’s electrification and efficiency standards and regulations. Some of the government’s proposed changes for ... -
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 ... -
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 ...
