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Fall in Number of New Apprenticeships
New data released in late June 2024 from the National Centre for Vocational Education and Research shows building and construction apprenticeship commencements have fallen 22 per ... -
‘Don’t DIY’ Electrical & Gas Safety Campaign
A campaign is providing a stark reminder of the potentially lethal dangers of DIY electrical or gas fitting work, which must always be carried out by ... -
Safe Use of Gas This Winter
As gas appliances emerge for use in the cooler weather, WA’s energy safety regulator is sharing important advice about staying safe and warm this winter. According ... -
NSW Government: Women in Construction Annual Survey
The NSW Government Women in Construction Program has launched a survey to deepen the understanding of women’s experiences in the construction industry and shed light on ... -
MPANZ Support’s Jemena’s Vision for ‘Renewable Gas’
Master Plumbers Australia and New Zealand (MPANZ) says it proudly supports Jemena’s call to establish a ‘renewable gas’ target in Australia. This endorsement comes as Jemena’s ... -
Rheem Australia Awards Grants of $65,000 to Apprentices
Rheem Australia has awarded $60,000 to 20 deserving recipients from across the country as part of the 2024 Rheem Apprentice Plumber Grants. Established in 2012, the ... -
Engineers Australia Calls for Code Changes to Combat Water Leaks
Engineers Australia is calling for changes to the National Construction Code (NCC) that could prevent the leading cause of defects in Australian apartments and commercial buildings: ... -
New App Puts Australian Standards at Your Fingertips
Standards Australia has launched a mobile app facilitating access to Australian Standards for individual users, such as tradespeople, technicians, and workers, on their mobile phone. The ... -
RACV Reports Spike in Tradie Tool Theft
The Crime Statistics Agency has reported that over $33 million worth of hand and power tools were stolen from Victorian tradies in 2023, a 37 per cent increase ... -
New podcast: Breaking down the 2024 Federal Budget with Denita Wawn
In this episode, Sean is joined by Master Builders Australia’s Denita Wawn to look at the 2024 Federal Budget and what it does for tradespeople and ...
