QBCC have released a Public Warning about a potential health issue related to a plumbing-electrical contractor.

The Department of Housing and Public Works is currently reviewing the proposed improvements to the Minimum Financial Requirements (MFR) for licensing in the building and construction industry.

The 2017-18 Queensland State Budget was released on Tuesday 14 June with a theme of Jobs for Queensland.

The state government has announced the Queensland Budget 2018-19. MPAQ has compiled a list of the items relevant to MPAQ members in the budget.

Treasurer Scott Morrison delivered his third Commonwealth Budget in Canberra last night, the last before the next federal election, which must be held by May 2019. Mr Morrison said the Budget is focused on further strengthening the economy to “guarantee the essentials Australians rely on” and “responsibly repair the budget”.

The plumbing and fire services training qualification is currently under review. Master Plumbers Australia has been working to develop a training package that meets the needs of industry and supports each state and territory.

How are you covered in a situation where you have to do with a fatality at work in regards to your Management Liability Insurance?

MPAQ have put together some of the important points from the 2017 - 2018 Federal Budget that will affect our members.

MPAQ cautions members to think carefully and exercise commercial judgement when considering any approach from companies who state they have management rights for commercial and residential buildings that offer the opportunity to be an approved contractor to carry out work for the company.

MPAQ regularly releases one off alerts to members for important industry updates. View previous alerts here

Information regarding media coverage of MPAQ's involvement in the industry. Includes links to external news outlets.

Master Plumbers’ Association of Queensland (MPAQ) commends the Hon. Mick de Brenni MP, Minister for Housing and Public Works and the Government on their recent announcement of the revival of the Housing and Public Works Apprenticeship Program.