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Category: News
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ARC releases 2024–25 Permit Scheme Annual Report
The Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) has published the 2024–25 Annual Report for the Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) Permit Scheme.
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October–November 2025 issue of HVAC&R News now available in print
The latest issue of HVAC&R News has been printed and will be available for free from wholesalers and TAFEs around Australia.
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GBCA launches updated Green Star tool
The Green Building Council of Australia (GBCA) has released its Green Star Buildings v1.1 rating tool, which strengthens action on carbon, nature and circular economy while simplifying delivery for project teams.
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New campaign prioritises indoor air quality
Momentum is growing for the Safer Air Project’s Making the invisible visible campaign, in which organisations sign up to monitor and disclose information about their indoor air quality.
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New modelling predicts heat deaths from fossil fuel projects
A study by ANU researchers has found that the Scarborough fossil fuel development will cause 484 heat-related deaths by the end of the century.
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ARC to launch retail safety and confidence program
The Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC), with support from the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW), will be launching a retail engagement program in November 2025.
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Australia-first IAQ report reveals major gaps
Australia’s first national report quantifying indoor air quality has revealed significant gaps in data, policy and protections for the air Australians breathe indoors.
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Change of leadership at AMCA
The Air Conditioning and Mechanical Contractors’ Association of Australia (AMCA Australia) has announced a leadership transition, with Ben Hawkins appointed CEO.
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Marie Karekla named among leading women in HVAC&R
AIRAH Head of Conferences, Events and Business Development Marie Karekla has been named in the Climate Control News Top 20 Women in HVACR.
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Update coming for Flammable Refrigerants Safety Guide
A project is underway to revise the Flammable Refrigerants Safety Guide, a vital reference to educate and safeguard workers and end-users.
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Report reveals pathway for built environment decarbonisation
A new report has found that aligning with Australia’s 2035 emissions reduction target could result in a 93% reduction in built environment emissions from 2025 levels.
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Researchers develop cardboard-based rammed earth
Engineers at RMIT have created “cardboard-confined rammed earth”, a construction material composed entirely of cardboard, water and soil.
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Report highlights trends in construction worker suicide rates
Construction workers remain at higher risk of suicide than other Australians, but new research shows the gap is closing.
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20 more apprentices complete Kirby CO₂ training
The Kirby Apprentice Fund has delivered the sixth round of its CO₂ Training Scholarship Program.
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Introducing students to a future in HVAC&R
Year 10 and 11 high school students have visited the Beijer Ref and Daikin premises as part of the “Discover HVAC&R” industry immersion day.
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Wastewater trial for potential PFAS solution
Wastewater treatment plants are set to trial a magnetic resin developed by University of Queensland (UQ) researchers to remove PFAS from sewerage.
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Australia leads IAQ action at Climate Week
The UN Climate Week in New York has seen the launch of two new initiatives to drive improvements in indoor air quality: a Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air and a Global Pledge for Healthy Indoor Air.
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CBOS testing the waters for HVAC&R licensing
Tasmania’s Consumer, Building and Occupational Services (CBOS) is running a survey seeking industry insight into the risks faced by HVAC&R trades and how regulatory oversight could help mitigate these risks.
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How Australia’s 2035 emissions target will affect HVAC&R
The federal government has released its 2035 emissions target, which it says is “ambitious, achievable, and in Australia’s national interests”.
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Climate report highlights need for urgent action
The federal government has released a first-of-its-kind report categorising and assessing Australia’s climate risks just days before it will announce updated 2035 emissions targets.