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TAFEs collaborate on HVAC&R training
GOTAFE, Bendigo TAFE and the Box Hill Institute have formed a unique collaboration to update the Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration for the training of future apprentices. The project has brought together expertise from specialist trainers across each of the three registered training organisations (RTOs) as well as input from a range of […]
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Female fridgie wins apprentice of the year
Refrigeration and air conditioning apprentice Natasha Kirchner has been awarded Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Apprentice of the Year at the third annual TAFE Queensland – SkillsTech Apprentice Awards. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, this year a small event was held at the TAFE Queensland South Bank campus, with part of the evening live-streamed to a broader […]
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PCA proposes ‘return to CBD’ roadmap
The Property Council of Australia has proposed a national plan to support the return of workers to central business districts (CBDs). As office occupancy in major CBDs still lags behind pre-COVID pandemic levels, the Council is urging a return to office workplaces to revitalise the CBD economies. “We are now at a critical juncture for […]
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Industry organisations confirm ‘powerful’ merger
The Building Designers Association of Australia (BDAA) has announced a collaborative merger with the Australian Building Sustainability Association (ABSA) that it says will bring a “fresh new energy” to the sustainable building industry. “For everyone involved, this merger is sure to be a fruitful and progressive one for Australia’s building industry and the nation as […]
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New technologies eligible for Victorian Energy Upgrades
The Victorian government has set new targets for the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program, and is expanding the range of technologies that households and businesses can access. The VEU program allows households and businesses to access discounts on energy-efficient products and services. This already includes reverse-cycle air conditioners for households, as well as a wider […]
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AMCA celebrates industry achievement
The New South Wales and Victoria branch of the Air Conditioning & Mechanical Contractors’ Association (AMCA) separately hosted awards ceremonies recently. Both events were held in person, following the easing of COVID-19 restrictions across the country. NSW Industry Achievement Awards The NSW Industry Achievement Awards were held at West HQ in Western Sydney. Finalists were […]
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Gender pay gap grows in construction
The Workplace Gender Equality Agency’s (WGEA) has released its findings from 4,943 reports submitted for 2019–20. The gender pay gap in the construction industry has risen by 0.1 per cent in the last year, and now has the second-highest rated full-time pay gap at 26.1 per cent. In a Build Australia article, National Chair of […]
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Australian Industry Standards names new CEO
Australian Industry Standards (AIS) has named Paul Walsh as its new CEO. AIS is a skills service organisation that is responsible for working with industry experts to develop and update training packages and qualifications. This includes the UEE Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration. Walsh has spent eight years with AIS, including the past […]
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Second stream of Virtual Industry Showcase
Registrations for the second stream of AIRAH’s second Virtual Industry Showcase, to be held on December 9, are now open. Patterned after the Institute’s annual regional networking events, the AIRAH Industry Nights, the Virtual Industry Showcase is a free-to-attend event that brings together companies and people working in HVAC&R from across the trades, innovation and engineering spaces. Stream […]
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RRA offers $10 a kilo for recovered refrigerant
Refrigerant Reclaim Australia (RRA) is increasing the rebate for recovered refrigerant rebate to $10 per/kg as part of the Gas Seeker Initiative. The new rate, which will apply from January 1 to June 30, 2021, is more than triple the current rebate of $3 per kilogram. RRA says that the initiative is intended to give […]
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Updated guide to industrial ventilation design
The Industrial Ventilation Design Guidebook – Volume 1: Fundamentals (2nd Edition) is now available for order as an eBook or in hard copy. Fully revised and restructured, the guidebook presents the latest research and technology in ventilation for contaminant control and energy efficiency in buildings. The two-volume publication develops a systematic approach to the engineering design […]
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Stage is set for virtual construction show
Billed as the largest virtual event for construction in ANZ, Australia Build Week Online will take place from December 7–11, 2020. This free-to-attend event from the organisers of Sydney Build Expo, will feature more than 100 speakers, representing architects, contractors, developers, government, associations and industry bodies from across Australia. NSW Building Commissioner David Chandler will […]
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Mike Creamer confirmed as IOR President
Mike Creamer has been confirmed as President of the Institute of Refrigeration (IOR) at its AGM. Creamer is the Managing Director and Consultant at Business Edge, a company he founded in 1990 to provide technical consultancy, air conditioning/refrigeration training and certification. He has undertaken various roles within the HVAC&R sector including toolmaker, design draughtsman and […]
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Major cities pledge to halve emissions from construction
The mayors of Oslo, Los Angeles, Mexico City and Budapest have pledged to halve emissions from all construction activities in their cities by 2030. The pledge is part of the C40 initiative – a network of the world’s megacities committed to addressing climate change. There are now almost 100 cities in this network, including Melbourne […]
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CSIRO shares ‘top tips’ for household energy efficiency
The CSIRO is running a free public webinar and sharing expert tips on how to improve energy efficiency in homes through renovations and retrofits. “We all want our homes to be comfortable, healthy, sustainable, and inexpensive to run,” says the CSIRO. “So how do we get there? What’s the best way to retrofit and renovate […]
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Ventilation conference now accepting abstracts
The Ventilation 2021 Conference will be held at the Sheraton City Centre in downtown Toronto, Canada, from August 15–18, 2021. This year’s event is also known as the 13th International Industrial Ventilation Conference for Contaminant Control. Inaugurated in 1985, the “Industrial Ventilation Conference” takes place every three years, allowing time to develop new research and […]
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Bennett re-elected as ARC Chairman
The Board of the Australian Refrigeration Council (ARC) re-elected Michael Bennett as chairman at the ARC Annual General Meeting on November 25. Bennett has successfully led the ARC through a challenging year with consistent results, says the ARC. The Council also welcomed Greg Picker and Scott Williams to the Board after directors Mark Padwick and Sumit Oberoi […]
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REHVA publishes update to COVID-19 guidance
The Federation of European Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Associations (REHVA) has published a new version of its popular COVID-19 guidance document. The document provides advice on how to operate HVAC and other building service systems to prevent the spread of the coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2) disease in workplaces. The updated fourth version focuses on how to […]
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IOR celebrates anniversary with historical talk
The Institute of Refrigeration (IOR) will be marking the 121st anniversary of its formation with a networking event and webinar talk. Titled “The History of Air Conditioned Buildings”, the online presentation will trace the development of mechanical air conditioning in buildings, from the early 20th century when it was mainly used in the manufacturing sector […]
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AC and ventilation best practices for COVID-19 prevention
HMS Networks has released a white paper on the best practices or improvements that can be carried out via AC systems integrations to help prevent COVID-19. Titled “Discover how 6 steps using air conditioning units can help to reduce COVID-19 infection!”, the paper aims to show what can be done with AC units to prevent […]