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VBA Collects $2 million in Fines from Bad Builders, Plumbers
The Victorian Building Authority (VBA) has ramped up its recovery process for outstanding penalties – with $2 million in fines collected from practitioners over the last ... -
Big Fine for Incomplete Work
A Bunbury, WA, tradesman has been convicted of eight building offences related to a renovation project that was still incomplete when the elderly client passed away. ... -
Intelligent Toilets: Better Monitoring Improves Major Events
First-of its kind technology in portable ablution blocks could spell the end of overflowing toilets, improving event and worksite experiences, and saving event organisers time and ... -
Cutting-Edge Technology To Boost Copper Discovery
The discovery of copper in Australia will be revolutionised through the use of Artificial Intelligence, geo-spatial data and other emerging technologies, according to a new study. ... -
MPA NSW Laments Loss of Skills & Training Portfolio
The Master Plumbers Association of NSW (MPA NSW) says it is extremely disappointed with the recent cabinet reshuffle by the Albanese Government, which has excluded the ... -
ARBS 2026: Save the Date
Save the date for ARBS 2026, Australia’s largest HVAC&R and building services event. ARBS 2026 will be held on 5-7 May 2026 at the Melbourne Exhibition ... -
Plumbing Business Finalists Announced
From hundreds of entrants from right across the nation, 29 have made the Plumbing Business Finalists Lists of 2024 Australian Trades Small Business Champion Awards – a major recognition awards ... -
Cool New Research in Refrigeration
University of South Australia researchers have worked with industry to build a world-first, energy-efficient refrigeration system that could revolutionise how we cool supermarkets, hospitals, abattoirs and ... -
Instant Renewals Save Time for Technicians
Recognising that time is money for refrigeration technicians, the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) has implemented a new automated licence renewal process to significantly reduce the amount ... -
MPANZ Questions ‘Erratic’ Federal Policy on Gas
Master Plumbers Australia & New Zealand (MPANZ) has expressed deep concern over the Australian Federal Government’s recent contradictory policy positions on gas. The Government’s dual stance ...
