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President's Report - May 2021

It’s been a really busy time for our association getting all of the end of the year stuff organised and organising the new financial year moving forward. It has also been top priority to take a good look at our policies around membership and to look at key areas to ensure that we maintain our high standards. If you are a new member to... Read More »

Top Tech Tip - Testing gas pipe work and water pipe work

We all would agree that there are many options for pipes and pipe systems in New Zealand in fact our country has become a testing ground for overseas manufacturers. It is therefore very important when selecting pipes and fittings that we buy our products from reputable manufacturers. Some products that make our marketplace are not suitable... Read More »

President's Report - April 2021

Wow how time is flying and I hope everyone was able to have a great break over Easter and our Anzac Day long weekend. It only seems like yesterday that we were all locked down and could not celebrate these holidays due to Covid-19 so it was nice to be able to take time out.The CPD road shows are now starting back in full swing so please book a... Read More »

Top Tech Tip - Supervision Guidelines

This covers the following:• Supervision guidelines developed by the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board.• What supervision is and why it is important.• Important terms.• Who is responsible for supervision?• Key aspects to proper supervision.• Persons who must be supervised when carrying out restricted... Read More »

There is no reason New Zealand can't lead the world on health and safety

28th April 2021 - WorksafeToday marks World Day for Safety and Health at Work and International Workers’ Memorial Day. It is a day that WorkSafe Chief Executive Phil Parkes says should not be passed over like any other. More than 500 people have gone to work and not come home again in the last 10 years according to WorkSafe data. ... Read More »

PGD Board Announces Chief Executive Resignation

27th April 2021 - Plumbrs, Gasfitters and drainlayers Board The Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board (PGDB), today announced that Chief Executive, Martin Sawyers had resigned. He leaves the organisation on 28 May 2021, to take up a role as Chief Executive of The Transport Accident Investigation Commission (TAIC).PGDB Chair, Nick... Read More »

Plumbing Hardware Market Overview

20th April 2021 - News Winter If you are or plan to be interested in the Plumbing Hardware industry, then this study will give you a detailed perspective. It is important that you keep your industry awareness segmented by Residential, Hotels, Others, Towel Rack, Shower, Soap Holders, Toilet Brushes and Holders, Others and key players... Read More »

Strong Sales lead Skellerup to lift profit forecast

19th April 2021 - Star NewsRubber goods manufacturer Skellerup has significantly increased its forecast profit on the back of strong sales. This story was first published by RNZ The company is expecting a full year profit of between $37 million and $39m, compared with last year's $29.1m. Based in Christchurch, Skellerup opened its first retail... Read More »

Ban on lead in drinking water plumbing needed - environmental expert

18th April 2021 - RNZ Lead should be phased out of plumbing for drinking water in New Zealand, an environmental expert says. Photo: 123RF The call comes on the heel of a Ministry of Health report into lead contamination found in East Otago drinking water supplies. The report, released at the end of March, says better... Read More »

Water NZ hopes lead report findings will lead to better monitoring and regulation

17th April 2021 - RNZ A group representing the water sector hopes the findings of a report into lead contamination in East Otago results in better monitoring and regulation. Photo: 123RF A do not drink notice remains in effect in Waikouaiti, Karitane and Hawksbury Village, after intermittent spikes in the level of... Read More »