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.

The 2023-24 Queensland State Budget was handed down on Tuesday 13 June by Treasurer the Hon. Cameron Dick MP. The budget will see a total investment of $1.35 billion in skills, training, employment, and small business support for Queenslanders.

MPAQ held its inaugural Women’s Plumbing Alliance (WPA) leadership retreat from Thursday 18 May to Friday 19 May 2023 at Sea World Resort on the Gold Coast. Attended by dozens of women from the plumbing and gas industry, the event celebrated the vital role of women in the trades and gave them the opportunity to network, learn, and develop leadership skills.

The Fair Work Commission (FWC) announced an increase to the National Minimum Wage and Modern Awards on Friday 2 June 2023.