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ASHRAE consulting on emissions quantification standard
ASHRAE and the International Code Council have announced a second round of public review on the proposed Standard 240P.
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News
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NCVER publishes research on pre-apprenticeships
The National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) has published a new study into the value of pre-apprenticeship programs.
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Vale Bev Hince, L.AIRAH
AIRAH is sad to inform members of the passing of Bev Hince, L.AIRAH, on Wednesday, June 4.
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Push for consistency in professional registration
Professional registration schemes have been rolling out across the country, but the regime in New South Wales remains something of an outlier. Calls are now growing to bring it into line with other jurisdictions.
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Who topped the NABERS sustainability scoreboard?
NABERS has released the 2025 edition of its Sustainable Portfolios Index (SPI), showing the best performing building portfolios across an expanded range of sectors and indicators.
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A2EP looks to fill board position
Kylie Hargreaves is stepping down as chair of the Australian Alliance for Energy Productivity (A2EP) after five years.
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IIR weighs in on refrigeration set point debate
The International Institute of Refrigeration (IIR) has released a position paper on frozen food set points.
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Experts debate the use of CO2 as a marker for IAQ
As a special precursor to its 2025 IAQ Conference, AIRAH organised a hybrid workshop with experts from around the globe to thrash out one vital question: is setting a threshold value of 800ppm CO2 a good idea for maintaining adequate indoor air quality, or not?
Events
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Registrations open for ARBSQLD
Visitor registration is now open for ARBSQLD, which will take place in Brisbane from August 27–28.
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AIRAH discount for CIBSE high-performance building series
CIBSE has announced a five-part webinar series on high-performance building, offering AIRAH members a discount to attend.
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James Harrison’s hometown to celebrate World Refrigeration Day
Geelong will honour one of its favourite sons with events on June 26 and 28.
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Key talking points from IAQ25
We look back at the major discussions from AIRAH’s 2025 Indoor Air Quality Conference (IAQ25).
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Experts debate the use of CO2 as a marker for IAQ
As a special precursor to its 2025 IAQ Conference, AIRAH organised a hybrid workshop with experts from around the globe to thrash out one vital question: is setting a threshold value of 800ppm CO2 a good idea for maintaining adequate indoor air quality, or not?
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AIRAH expands apprentice awards to 5 states, confirms 2025 dates
AIRAH’s state apprentice awards have expanded to cover five states: SA, Victoria, Queensland, WA, and NSW.
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ATMOsphere returns to Australia with new momentum
From May 12–13, the ATMOsphere conference returned to Australia to continue its work promoting the uptake of natural refrigerants.
Regulations
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ASHRAE consulting on emissions quantification standard
ASHRAE and the International Code Council have announced a second round of public review on the proposed Standard 240P.
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Victoria reviewing Professional Engineers Registration Act
The Victorian government is reviewing the Professional Engineers Registration Act 2019 and is giving engineers, industry bodies and other stakeholders the opportunity to provide input.
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Push for consistency in professional registration
Professional registration schemes have been rolling out across the country, but the regime in New South Wales remains something of an outlier. Calls are now growing to bring it into line with other jurisdictions.
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Government releases details of HFC import quotas
The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) has released information about the allocation of non-grandfathered HFC import quotas for 2026–27.
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Tackling Australia’s productivity challenges
The Productivity Commission is seeking public comment on five key productivity challenges until June 6.
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AIRAH approved as accreditation body in WA
The AIRAH Professional Engineer Register (APER) has expanded to Western Australia after the scheme was approved by the Department of Energy, Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety.
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National occupation licensing back on the table
Australia’s Productivity Commission is considering occupational licensing schemes that will improve the mobility of trades across the country, and is seeking feedback from the public.
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Features
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Key talking points from IAQ25
We look back at the major discussions from AIRAH’s 2025 Indoor Air Quality Conference (IAQ25).
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ATMOsphere returns to Australia with new momentum
From May 12–13, the ATMOsphere conference returned to Australia to continue its work promoting the uptake of natural refrigerants.
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Discussing the future of HVAC&R skills training
AIRAH CEO Sami Zheng, Affil.AIRAH, reflects on learnings from a recent visit to TasTAFE.
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Will Aussie HVAC&R be affected by the chaos of Donald Trump?
Donald Trump’s return to office has had a seismic effect on global markets and muddied the pathway to net zero emissions. Will the Australian HVAC&R industry feel the aftershocks?
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Demand response: cause for DRED?
Demand response programs for residential air conditioning have raised concerns, but are they as scary as they seem?
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Expert perspectives on the skills shortage
AIRAH’s recent Industry Night in Melbourne kicked off with a panel session to explore the skills shortage in our sector.
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Howzat for heat monitoring?!
Nick Johns-Wickberg discovers how a heat monitoring tool developed by the University of Sydney is playing an important role in local sport.
Business
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Honeywell launches Connected Solutions
Honeywell has announced the launch of the AI-powered Honeywell Connected Solutions.
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Reliable Controls releases RC-Reporter v3.9
Reliable Controls has updated its reporting software, adding new features and updating others.
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RectorSeal announces partnership with NAVTEK
RectorSeal Australia has announced a partnership with HVAC tool manufacturer NAVTEK Global.
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Reliable Controls RC-RemoteAccess achieves BTL certification
RC-RemoteAccess software from Reliable Controls has achieved BACnet Testing Laboratories (BTL) certification.
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Hussmann and Refra form partnership
Hussmann has partnered with Refra to provide exclusive supply of natural refrigeration systems in Australia.
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Simon Bradwell, M.AIRAH, appointed ARBS Foundation chair
The ARBS Foundation has announced the appointment of Dr Simon Bradwell, M.AIRAH, as its new chairman.
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Nidec announces new president
Alberto Casnati has been appointed the new president of Nidec Global Appliances, succeeding Guilherme Almeida.