In response to member feedback, we've made important improvements to the current Domestic Works Contracts.

Rebates of up to $1,000 are now available to help Queensland Households buy new energy efficient appliances that help lower their power bills.

Master Plumbers’ Association of Queensland (MPAQ) congratulates comments from the Queensland Government yesterday to support domestic gas use as part of the state’s energy future.

From 1 July 2023, a series of changes to unpaid parental leave will provide increased flexibility for parents, offering them more options to balance work and family responsibilities.

From 1 July 2023, there has been an increase in the maximum pay rate to $2,116 per week for all claims from workers and employers in the building and construction industry.

In accordance with the Plumbing and Fire Sprinklers Award 2020, the relevant wage rate for a first and second-year apprentice will depend on whether the employee has completed year 12 or not.

QLeave is undertaking a program of work connected to providing an equitable and efficient system of portable long service leave for eligible workers in the building and construction industry.

MPAQ strives to keep members up to date and compliant with legislation. Due to recent legislative amendments, we have made some key changes to our employment contracts.

Over the next few months, there will be some important legislative changes that will come into effect which will impact businesses.