James Giles Plumbing has won the Elgas Commercial Type B Gas Installation of the Year award at the 2018 Plumbing and Gas Industry Awards.

In an edition of the MPAQ Update (30 July), MPAQ issued a warning about stolen commercial vehicles. Further to this update, it is important to ensure you have the correct Insurance coverage, not just the Motor Vehicle itself, but also any Fixed Accessories and Tools/Equipment.

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.

Plumbers can receive an electrical shock if there is a fault in the electrical supply system on the premises where they are working or in the street. Current can flow in the earth wire and onto the water piping system making it "live".

The Master Plumbers’ Association of Queensland (MPAQ) thoroughly supports and commends The Hon Mick de Brenni MP, Minister for Housing and Public Works and Minister for Sport on his move against non-conforming products being used in the building and construction industry.

The Association consists of multiple divisions throughout Queensland and these regions meet on a regular basis to keep members up to date.

A strong warning has been issued to the public looking at cheaper alternatives to fix plumbing and electrical issues around their house.

Steven Ross from Brisbane has been awarded the Tradelink Industry Mentor of the Year award at the 2017 Plumbing and Gas Industry Awards held on Friday night at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Brisbane.

Active Gas Services has won the Queensland Gas Association Commercial Gas Installation of the Year award at the 2017 Plumbing and Gas Industry Awards, held on Friday night at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre, Brisbane.

Master Plumbers’ Association of Queensland (MPAQ) Executive Director Penny Cornah has called on the Queensland Parliament to pass once in a generation fairness laws as soon as possible.

The plumbing, fire, gas, mechanical and hydraulic trades and professions have joined together to bring you one of the most unique joint trades based conferences in Australia. Clear your calendar, book your tickets and make your travel plans quick because you aren’t going to want to miss this!

On Friday 20 July, the Plumbing and Gas industry came together to shine a light on the outstanding achievements made by Queensland-based individuals and companies this year and celebrate hard work and dedication of the industry as a whole.