As per the requirements of the Plumbing and Drainage Act 2018, Chief Executive Approval is required for installing an on-site sewage treatment plant.

From 1 July 2021, changes to the Australian Accounting Standards (AAS) removed the ability for Special Purpose Financial Statements (SPFS) to be prepared to satisfy certain reporting requirements, including Minimum Financial Requirements (MFR) reports.

Part 1 of the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Closing Loopholes) Act 2023 received became legislated on 14 December 2023. More amendments will commence in the coming months.

The Department of Housing, Local Government, Planning and Public Works stands ready to assist people who may be affected by the impact of the impending weather event.

In educational institutions such as schools or colleges where appliances without flame safeguard are used, a means of isolation needs to be provided as per AS/NZS 5601.1:2022.

Following the major weather event across North Queensland, which has included heavy rainfall and flooding, health and safety must remain a key priority for homeowners.

If an employee is required to be on call during the Christmas/New Year period, they are entitled to the following penalty rates in accordance with the Plumbing and Fire Sprinklers Award 2020.

Changes to AS/NZS 5601.1:2022 – Gas Installations

In accordance with the Fair Work Legislation Amendment (Protecting Worker Entitlements) Act 2023, there are two important amendments coming into effect in the coming weeks surrounding employee deductions and superannuation.