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Category: News
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Fee-free TAFE expansion set to benefit Victorian fridgies
The federal and Victorian governments have announced the creation of up to 62,800 additional fee-free TAFE positions in Victoria over a five-year period beginning in 2024. With a skills shortage identified in the construction sector – including among specialists in refrigeration and air conditioning – the announcement looks set to make training more accessible for […]
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AIRAH Big Data STG launches survey on data challenges
AIRAH’s Big Data and Analytics STG has launched a survey to better understand the use of data, and the challenges practitioners face.
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VEU to provide insulation rebates
The Victorian government has announced that it will subsidise residential ceiling insulation through the VEU program from 2026.
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ABCB announces quick-fire NCC 2022 amendment
The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) has published an amendment for the 2022 edition of the National Construction Code (NCC).
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Vale Simon Hill, L.AIRAH
AIRAH sends its condolences to the family of Simon Hill, L.AIRAH, who passed away on April 3. Throughout his career, Simon was a major contributor to the Australian HVAC&R industry. His many achievements include developing and presenting training seminars on ventilation, fire and smoke control and fire damper installation on behalf of AIRAH, CIBSE and the AMCA, as well […]
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All eyes on Tasmania for licensing reform
In recent weeks Tasmania has attracted major interest from around the country because of its licensing framework for refrigeration and air conditioning technicians.
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Sydney Legionnaires’ outbreak claims one life
An outbreak of Legionnaires’ disease in Sydney’s CBD has resulted in tragedy, with one person losing their life and a further 11 infected.
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Next Cycle opens for business, offers Maxa products in Australia
Next Cycle has launched in Australia, delivering residential, commercial and industrial HVAC and hot/chilled water solutions.
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A tribute to Simon Hill, L.AIRAH
AIRAH sends its condolences to the family of Simon Hill, L.AIRAH, who passed away on April 3. Throughout his career, Simon was a major contributor to the Australian HVAC&R industry. His many achievements include developing and presenting training seminars on ventilation, fire and smoke control and fire damper installation on behalf of AIRAH, CIBSE and the AMCA, as well […]
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A2EP launches updated Heat Pump Estimator
The Australian Alliance for Energy Productivity (A2EP) has launched an expanded and updated version of its online Heat Pump Estimator.
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Victoria consulting on new regulations for apartments
The Victorian government has released a RIS on the introduction of building reforms for new apartment buildings.
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ASHRAE calls for Winter Conference abstracts
ASHRAE is accepting abstract submissions for the 2026 Winter Conference to be held in Las Vegas, from January 31 to February 4, 2026.
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Mitsubishi Heavy opens Perth branch
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) has opened a branch office in the Western Australian capital of Perth.
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Aurecon appoints Todd Battley as Australia CEO
International design, engineering and advisory company Aurecon has appointed Todd Battley as its new Chief Executive for Australia.
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ABCB confirms delay in NCC 2025
The ABCB has confirmed that the 2025 edition of the NCC will not be published in line with the usual timetable, in May.
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ASBEC releases roadmap for reducing embodied carbon
The Australian Sustainable Built Environment Council (ASBEC) has released a policy roadmap to reduce upfront embodied carbon in the built environment.
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Finding the real wins in an election-focused Budget
AIRAH has noted the positives in an election-focused Federal Budget 2025-26, while also signalling missed opportunities.
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Reliable Controls appoints new business development executive
Reliable Controls has appointed Vince Dunn, M.AIRAH, as Business Development Executive for Australasia, after 12 years at IES Automation.
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GBCA and GHD launch free circular economy guide
The GBCA and GHD have launched a free guide to turning circular economy principles into real-world applications.
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Australia among handful of countries with acceptable air pollution
A new report has found that Australia is one of just 12 regions in the world with acceptable levels of air pollution.