2024 MPAQ Council Presented at the AGM

On 19 November, MPAQ held the 124th Annual General Meeting and Stalwarts event at PICAC Beenleigh. The 2024 MPAQ Council, Meritorious Service Awardees, and Milestone Members were presented on the day.
Directing Staff To Take Leave Over The Christmas Break

It's essential for employers to adhere to the specific regulations outlined in relevant awards to ensure a smooth holiday season.
When is a Fixture Floor Drain Not Floor Waste Gully

AS/NZS 3500.2:2021 provides for a shower outlet to act as a floor waste gully (FWG) under certain conditions.

How To Keep Your Office Christmas Party Jolly – But Not Too Jolly

Office Christmas parties are a wonderful opportunity for employers to show appreciation for their team's hard work and celebrate the holiday season together. However, according to research, 9 out of 10 employers have faced HR headaches after an office holiday party, with incidents of inappropriate behaviour leading to disciplinary action or even dismissal.

Major Political Parties Respond To MPAQ’s Election Priorities for the Queensland Plumbing and Gas Industry

We asked the Australian Labor Party (ALP) and the Liberal National Party (LNP) about their positions on key plumbing and gas industry issues
Celebrating Women Excellence at the Plumbing and Gas Industry Awards 2024

This year, the ladies of the industry took to the spotlight and showcased the great work that they have done at the Plumbing and Gas Industry Awards.
Wage Underpayment Will Be A Criminal Offence Starting 1 January 2025

In just over 4 months (on 1 January 2025) the Fair Work Act 2009 amendments creating an underpayment of wages criminal offence comes into effect.
Drugs And Alcohol In The Workplace

Alcohol and drugs (including medicines that are prescribed or over the counter) can affect a person’s ability to work safely. Therefore, it is important that a business considers how they will deal with drugs and/or alcohol that may be used by their employees.
Amendments To AS/NZS 5601 Gas Installations Published

Amendments to the Australian Standards AS/NZS 5601.1:2022 Gas Installations and AS/NZS 5601.2.2020 Gas Installations in Caravans and Boats for Non-Propulsive Purposes were published on 6 September 2024.