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AIRAH SA Apprentice Awards winners announced
AIRAH has hosted its annual South Australian Apprenticeship Awards, honouring the state’s finest up-and-coming HVAC&R technicians.
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Victoria announces new building watchdog
In response to concerns about failures in the VBA and other regulatory bodies, the Victorian government has announced a new commission.
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Electrical work to be cut out of HVAC&R training?
Proposed changes to RAC training could stop technicians performing electrical work that is currently part of their job.
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Symposium: climate action in cities
The University of Melbourne is hosting the 2024 Symposium: Climate Action in Cities at its Glyn Davis Building on November 12–13.
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Static electricity could run AC
Researchers at RMIT have created an invention from waste polystyrene that generates static electricity from motion and wind.
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Government responds to feedback on VEU program
In response to feedback from installers and customers, the Victorian government is proposing amendments to the VEU program.
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Haier releases integrated solar range
Global HVAC company Haier has unveiled its new range of solar PV panels, inverters, batteries and EV chargers at the All Energy trade show.
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Coalition plans 10-year freeze on NCC
Opposition leader Peter Dutton has unveiled a suite of policies aimed at boosting housing supply in Australia, including a commitment to freeze changes to the National Construction Code for 10 years. This would reduce costs by halting further requirements for energy efficiency, safety and amenity in new houses. Certainty for builders “At a time of […]
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PFAS update for Australian Drinking Water Guidelines
The National Health and Medical Research Council has released a draft guidance on PFAS as part of the national guidelines.
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Vale Alan Obrart, a true AIRAH legend
AIRAH is sad to inform members that former president and James Harrison Medallist Alan Obrart, L.AIRAH, has passed away aged 83.
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Report: Insufficient action on hearing damage
Hearing Australia has published research indicating that 25 per cent of Australians know someone suffering workplace-related hearing damage.
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Researchers create artificial plants that capture indoor carbon
Researchers at Binghamton University are developing their research into artificial indoor plants that can produce oxygen and generate power.
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Keynote announced for RefCon25
AIRAH has announced the international keynote speaker for the 2025 Refrigeration Conference, taking place in Melbourne on March 24 next year.
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Buildings Energy Performance Summit
The Energy Efficiency Council is hosting the Buildings Energy Performance Summit on November 19, 2024 in Melbourne, Victoria.
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FMANZ offers compelling case for improving IAQ
FMANZ has released a report that presents a compelling economic case for improving IAQ in New Zealand’s buildings.
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Victoria’s energy incentive scheme powers ahead
The Victorian government is proposing changes to the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program, including an extension of the term of the program, stronger enforcement powers for the regulator, and more flexibility around certificates. Under the VEU program, households and businesses can access incentives to install energy-efficient appliances. In 2023, the program was updated to support […]
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Early-bird tickets on sale for Sustainability Summit
Sustainability Awards has announced the sale of early-bird tickets to its Sustainability Summit, with 30 per cent off individual tickets.
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Chillventa 2024: a participant’s view
The HVAC&R world recently came together in Germany for the gigantic Chillventa exhibition. Stefan Jensen, L.AIRAH, shares his observations.
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Governor-General announces patronage of FPA Australia
The Governor-General of Australia recently announced that she has accepted Fire Protection Association Australia’s invitation of patronage.
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Bob Ellis, F.AIRAH, announces retirement
After more than 50 years working in the Australian HVAC&R industry, Bob Ellis, F.AIRAH, has announced his retirement.