STP Phase 2 is up and running – you may find that you are being prompted in your accounting software to update your employees data – but what does that mean?

From 1 May 2026, copper alloy plumbing products containing more than 0.25% lead will no longer be authorised for installation in a plumbing system used to convey drinking water.

Amendments commencing on 1 July 2024 will support industry by reducing complexity and the cost of complying with the framework while still maintaining important protections.

The 2023-24 instant asset write-off extension and the Small Business Energy Incentive have passed the Federal Parliament

MPAQ conducted a survey among its members to gather feedback on the primary challenges they encounter in their businesses. According to the responses received, a significant concern for members is the impact of requirements and activities mandated by the QBCC.

From 1 July, work with engineered stone in the manufacturing, supply, processing, and installation of benchtops, panels, and slabs must cease.

A rebate of up to $1,000 is available for eligible apprentices who have purchased industry relevant or trade-related tools. The Queensland Government has backdated the eligibility period for the first-year apprenticeship rebate to 1 January 2024.

This article looks at the process of determining gutter size and the number and size of required downpipes for a Class 1 building with hipped or gabled roofs with a constant slope.

AS/NZS 3500.3:2021 does provide a method of sizing graded stormwater pipes in Section 5. However, for this example we have chosen to use the table provided by Vinidex Pty Ltd.