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Ai Group to establish ETIM chapter, expand construction industry’s supply chain
The national employer association Ai Group has announced that it has been licensed to establish a chapter of ETIM International for Australia and New Zealand. The ... -
Surge in DIY home renovations fuelling potential asbestos-related health crisis
A surge in DIY home renovations during pandemic fuelling potential asbestos-related health crisis. Australians are being asked to think twice about asbestos as new research reveals ... -
New Victorian silica safety regulations come into effect
Victoria’s new Occupational Health and Safety Amendment (Crystalline Silica) Regulations 2021 (the Regulations) came into effect on 15 November 2021. These new laws have been introduced ... -
Interior Gas Water Heater Installation Puts Family at Risk
A Midvale, WA, family was exposed to potential fire and carbon monoxide risks after a licensed gas fitter installed an outdoor-only water heater inside their house ... -
Queensland Plumbing and Gas Industry Awards
On Friday 12 November, the 2021 Plumbing and Gas Industry Awards recognised the outstanding achievements, hard work, and dedication of Queensland-based individuals and companies. This year’s ... -
Man Fined $1,000 for Posing as Plumber
A Victorian man has been convicted and ordered by the Ringwood Magistrate’s Court to pay more than $1000 for performing plumbing work without a licence or ... -
Construction Sector Warned of Email Scams
Building and plumbing practitioners should be on the alert for cybercriminals targeting construction companies and their customers, the Victorian Building Authority (VBA) warns. The VBA is ... -
Tradies’ mental health crisis sparks increase in targeted support for workforce
While many industries have been forced to halt for the better part of the past two years, Australia’s construction sector has powered through COVID-19 lockdowns and ... -
Reece Group Taps Infor to Accelerate Growth
Infor, the industry cloud company, today announced that Reece Group, Australia’s leading plumbing and bathroom supplies business, has chosen Infor Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) multi-tenant SaaS ... -
Construction industry comes together to support ACT construction apprentice mental health
The CFMEU, Creative Safety Initiative (CSI) and Construction Charitable Works (CCW) have launched their mental health training and support program for ACT construction apprentices. CSI will ...
