The national minimum wage will increase the gross amount to $812.60 per week or $21.38 per hour. This increase is applicable to adult apprentices and any employee currently on an approved traineeship.

As of the 10 June 2022, MPAQ now delivers prerequisite units to various training courses. The most notable changes for the industry from this was regarding post-trade training courses like Backflow Prevention and TMV.

Ventilation has been identified as a defect on the increase. As the colder months approach, it’s a good time to remind our caravan owning customers about the dangers associated with carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning.

As countries across the world come together today, Friday 22 April, to celebrate World Earth Day, the Queensland construction industry has united to raise awareness. “One person can't do it all, but now's the time to try."

On Friday 11 March, Master Plumbers’ Association of Queensland (MPAQ) revealed the 2022 Queensland Plumbing Ambassadors, to Inspire Future Tradies on 2022 World Plumbing Day.

As the flood waters ease, Master Plumbers’ Association of Queensland (MPAQ) urges business owners to consider the importance of ensuring the safety of their building’s gas systems and appliances.

Master Plumbers’ Association of Queensland (MPAQ) is warning people not to become complacent and to place plumbing checks at the top of the priority list along with electrical work, if public health is to be safeguarded.

Queensland’s plumbing and gas industry is preparing to celebrate the essential work performed over the last year. "These awards are a great opportunity to celebrate the hard work and dedication of our industry.”