Plumbing sa May / June 2022
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PRESIDENT: David Hurst DEPUTY PRESIDENT: Matt Sando INDEPENDENT CHAIR: Daria McLachlan TREASURER: Damon Hammond COUNCILLORS: Steve Adams, Rob Dineen, Mike McEntee, Steve Slack MASTER PLUMBERS SA STAFF Andrew Clarke Executive Officer m: 0438 282 448 e: andrew.clarke@mpasa.com.au
Contents FOREWORDS CEO Editorial
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MEMBERSHIP Membership & Marketing Update Member Benefits SA & NT Industry Members
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WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY Looking After Your Mental Health - For Small Business Owners
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Crystal Balazs Training Coordinator e: crystal.balazs@mpasa.com.au
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EVENTS & SOCIAL 2022 Plumbing Roadshow Adelaide Careers and Employment Expo Member Instagram Posts Master Plumbers SA Event Calendar
Sam Baulderstone Field Officer m: 0447 496 216 e: sam.baulderstone@mpasa.com.au Dayna Tilbrook GTO Administrator e: dayna.tilbrook@mpasa.com.au
LEGAL & FINANCIAL Plumbing Work: Who’s the Boss?
Brittany Dekuyper Field Officer m: 0499 975 475 e: brittany.dekuyper@mpasa.com.au
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INDUSTRY Consequences of Non-Compliance in the Trade Industry Connecting to SA Water Connections Plumbing Plus Hot Products Our Industry Supporters
Gavin Watson Operations Manager m: 0488 909 185 e: gavin.watson@mpasa.com.au
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CEO EDITORIAL
SA Election
Congratulations to the new incoming Premier Peter Malinauskas and his Labor Party for totally white washing the Liberals, who appear to once again fall through poor performance and poor strategic planning during the lead up to the Election.
The standards need to be raised and the professionalism of our industry will not falter in any way. I will be reporting more on this subject as we progress to the next phase.
I must say, it is always good for a change and after a challenging period with the entire COVID 19 Pandemic taking control of the world, it appears as those all those leaders have been totally “wrecked” by the whole experience. You can’t blame anyone for running a race with no fuel in the tank and coming well behind in all areas. To the Liberal Party, once again it’s time to regroup, try to build a team from scratch and work on some strategies that support the needs of the people, something that Labor have absolutely nailed with true leadership and support from very capable and talented recruits. I wish them well in their pursuit to project this state into a better economic and financial position.
Federal Election
I could almost write a similar story to the above with just name changes, Anthony Albanese has built a good team and marketed a plan to sell to the Australian people who I believe just want change. One of his quotes during his acceptance speech did make me laugh “I want to unite the people and bring unions and businesses together”. Well, I hope you succeed in that goal but history has proven that is impossible. Let’s focus on the facts that we see in our industry: - Unions and builders fight like cat and dogs - There have been numerous attempts to get national harmonization processes across the line – not one has succeeded! Australia effectively has 7 countries in one. Nobody wants to give up their rights and nobody from central / western Australia want to hand over their freedom to the eastern states. It is all too hard and whether the whole country is Labor or Liberal, it still doesn’t matter. MPA will continue to work with any Government in charge and will support in all areas, but will be pushing for items related to our industry that need fixing. In SA there are a lot of things that need fixing and this process has begun. The MPA will not let our industry slide nor will it allow the community to be ripped off, put up with substandard building of homes, dodgy plumbing practices or unlicensed tradespeople doing the work of licensed plumbers.
Specialist Contractors Lunch
There was a Business Lunch held on Friday 20th May that involved all the Specialist Contractor stakeholders and key industry people that are involved in medium to large building contracts. The key sponsors included Portable Long Service Leave and Toyota Australia. Master Plumbers was a sponsor of the event as well. The keynote speaker was Brownyn Weir who was a major contributor to the Shergold Weir Report (Building Confidence Report), that all Plumbing Practioners should read. There was also a Q & A session with industry leaders. There was a video taken of the speeches and debate and this can be viewed on the Specialist Contractors website.
2022 Roadshows
MPA are really pleased that there has been great support at this years Roadshows, we hope to see more members and non-members at the next events as it is imperative to be updates with the new information around the Australian Standards, the NCC and industry issues.
Andrew Clarke Executive Officer
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MEMBERSHIP & MARKETING UPDATE
New Members
We would like to welcome the following new Members to Master Plumbers SA: • • • • • • • •
Adelaide Plumbing & Gasfitting Deadshort Services Harry’s Maintenance Plumbing & Gas HB Plumbing and Gas Solutions Integrity Plumbing and Gas Pivotal Plumbing & Gas Sleekline Plumbing South Australian Plumbing Supplies
We thank you for joining our Association and we look forward to providing your business with a range of services, benefits and support.
Marketing Update | Radio Campaign
In order to promote using a Master Plumbers SA Member for plumbing work, we recently engaged with Adelaide radio station Fiveaa to run a series of advertisements, which promote the use of our Members to the general public. This campaign started in March and runs until May.
We also recommend ensuring your contact details are up to date on our Member Portal, which connects to our referral tool. If you need any assistance logging into your account, please contact us at admin@ mpasa.com.au or call us on 08 8292 4000.
2022 Plumbing Roadshows
Our Plumbing Roadshow is now well underway, with just a few sessions remaining. We wish to thank all of our Members who have attended our sessions so far. Milwaukee Tools Australia have kindly donated an M18 Fuel 3 Piece Power Pack worth $1,121 as a prize for one lucky attendee. Attendees from all of our Roadshows are automatically in the draw to win this fantastic prize. This will be drawn at the conclusion of our final Plumbing Roadshow. We thank Milwaukee Tools for their prize donation and support.
Since these advertisements aired, we have noticed an increase in traffic on our ‘Find a Plumber’ tool on our website, as well as an increase in telephone referrals. If you wish to listen to these advertisements, please visit our Member Portal, or refer to our Member email, sent on 21st April 2022.
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MENTAL HEALTH
LOOKING AFTER YOUR MENTAL HEALTH FOR SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS
• Set an alarm to remind yourself to take breaks throughout the day. Taking a meal break or getting outside for a short walk can help to organise your thoughts and manage stress. Have an afternoon off or take a long weekend after a busy period. Sometimes it can be easier to balance periods of longer hours with some shorter hours. • Challenge yourself to think about what you can out-source, delegate or say ‘no’ to. Some tasks may not need your expertise and could easily be done by others, while other tasks may not be a priority or of significant benefit and saying ‘no’ could be the best approach.
As a small business owner there is much to enjoy about being your own boss, such as the freedom to make the decisions and the autonomy to run the business your way.
• Plan out your day before you start. If you’re already resigned to working a long day, you may find you are less productive during the day. Prioritise your urgent tasks and set a time that you plan to finish by.
Stay connected and access support
Following your passion can help you to feel good and be productive, and can also contribute positively to your mental health. Anyone who has run a small business knows that there are also a range of stressors or challenges too.
Running a small business takes time and energy and sometimes this can be isolating. This may be in a literal sense if you are a sole trader working by yourself. If you are an employing small business owner, being able to share some of the challenges of business with your staff isn’t always possible and this too can feel isolating.
Putting in long hours, feeling isolated, worrying about cash-flow and all that decision making can come with a sense of great responsibility. On top of that, there can be external factors outside your control that influence your business or the demands on your time too.
It is important to keep connected and find someone who you can talk with about your business successes and worries. Having access to social supports is one of the key things you can do to keep well and is linked to better mental health. Here are five tips to keep connected and increase your support:
That’s why it’s important to be proactive about looking after your mental health. Taking care of yourself can help you to face the inevitable stressors and keep well while running your business.
1. Find someone to talk things through with can help – this could be a close
We’ve put together some strategies to help you look after your mental health as a small business owner. Keep in mind that what works is different for everyone, so try different things until you find what works for you.
Keep your work hours in check
Running your small business can be all-consuming and, at times, it may feel like your business is your life. Long working hours can too easily become the norm and before you know it there is not much room for anything else. Whether you are driven by the satisfaction of running your business or you feel like your business is running you, taking time out for you, your family and friends is essential.
friend, a family member or another small business owner.
2. Join a small business network. Your local council may be able to assist you to identify local networks or contact your state-based business association.
3. Find yourself a small business mentor. Mentoring can be established through a formal mentoring service or informally through your existing contacts.
4. Seek support during times of financial difficulty. 5. Access free mental health coaching with NewAccess for Small Business Owners. If you find you are struggling with your mental health, make an appointment to see your GP, a mental health professional or contact the Beyond Blue Support Service (1800 224 636)
Maintain a healthy lifestyle
Long working hours have not only been linked with poorer mental health but also excessive fatigue, burnout, worry and irritability, as well as increased injuries. Here are some tips to help with work-life balance:
A healthy lifestyle represents a way of living that is good for our mental health and wellbeing. It includes actions, like those above, to assist with work-life balance and ensuring we have access to support.
• Set a time for when you will switch off your business email and mobile phone each day. Technology can blur the boundaries between work and home and make you feel as though you need to be ‘always on’.
It also includes other actions that can help us manage stress and obtain better mental health.
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MENTAL HEALTH
LOOKING AFTER YOUR MENTAL HEALTH FOR SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS
In this way a healthy lifestyle can provide a good foundation for managing the day-to-day challenges of running a small business. There are a number of tips to help with developing or maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Here are five to consider:
1. Try different relaxation techniques and find one that works for you
and that you enjoy. You may like to consider exercising, meditating, reading, connecting with nature, gardening or listening to music.
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a meditation app, like Smiling Mind, for your phone or tablet. Starting or finishing the day with a mindfulness meditation may help to manage stress.
3. Develop good sleeping habits. You might try sticking to a regular
sleep pattern – even on the weekends, slowing down at least 30 minutes before going to bed, and creating a comfortable sleeping environment which is free from work, phones, television and laptops.
4. Build physical activity into your day and make some
time for exercise. The trick is finding something that fits with your commitments and that you enjoy.
5. Develop an interest (e.g. a hobby) outside of your business that is just for you or that you can share with friends or family members.
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Phone: 13 11 14 www.lifeline.org.au BEYOND BLUE Phone: 1300 22 4636 www.beyondblue.org.au MATES IN CONSTRUCTION Phone: 1300 642 111 www.mates.org.au MENSLINE AUSTRALIA Phone: 1300 78 99 78 www.mensline.org.au
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Adelaide careers and employment expo
On Friday 6th and Saturday 7th May 2022, Master Plumbers SA attended SA’s largest Careers and Employment Expo at the Adelaide Showgrounds. The expo hosted over 120 organisations and employers with career opportunities for all ages. Due to the current high demand for Apprentices in the plumbing industry, Master Plumbers SA recognised the importance of participating in this event and increasing the number of Apprenticeship applications. Attendees at the expo included school students, parents, teachers, graduates, job seekers and workers seeking new career paths. The Master Plumbers SA stand was part of the CITB Construction Careers Hub, which included employers, associations, training providers and industry stakeholders with a focus on the building and construction industry. Field Officers Sam Baulderstone and Brittany Dekuyper, as well as CEO Andrew Clarke and Operations Manager, Gavin Watson did a fantastic job in providing attendees with advice and guidance on starting a career in the plumbing industry. We also included an interactive activity at our display stand, which saw participants use a CCTV camera through pipe to find the message at the bottom, which read “Master Plumbers Apprentices = Success”. We found this was a great way to interact with attendees, in addition to providing an interesting activity for them to participate in. The expo was a fantastic event, and we hope that we were able to assist attendees in choosing the right career path for them, as well as increasing interest in careers in the plumbing industry. We wish to thank the Adelaide Careers and Employment Expo and the CITB for the opportunity to be involved in this event. We also wish to thank CMI Toyota and Milwaukee Tools for their support and merchandise donations. For further information on a career with Master Plumbers SA, please visit www.mpasa.com.au/apprenticeships
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plumbing work: who’s the boss?
If you get the job done on time, to budget and with a quality outcome, everyone is a winner. A happy client is good for business, but you need to be sure you are making the right person happy.
Who is your client?
If you are working for the owner of the premises, then that is easy. Your client is the owner. However more often you will be working for a builder or perhaps a main contractor. In those situations, you need to be careful who you take instructions from. Taking instructions from someone who is not your client can be problematic. Before we get to that, a brief reminder that you should have a written contract for any work you do. The contract will tell you who your client is and it will also describe the scope of work. If the scope of work is changed, the price and the time for completion of your work will likely change. Those changes should also be recorded in writing before you go ahead. This makes everything clear to all involved. There is a very good chance of trouble if you take instructions from the wrong person. If you do that the right person (your client) may be unhappy. For example, imagine you are working on a domestic kitchen installation. Your client is the builder who has subcontracted you to do the plumbing work. The price and scope are agreed and you have a written contract. So far, so good. The owner of the home is generally around the place while you are doing your work. A very friendly person who offers cups of tea and biscuits and offers to help you whenever it looks like you need a hand. The owner asks you to do some work in the laundry – “a quick job while you are here”.
You want everyone to be happy so why not?
It turns out that the tap in the laundry that was a “quick job” needs to be replaced with other incidental work and a quick job turns into an hour and a half of your time plus materials. After you have finished the job, you invoice the builder for the variation, right? The builder didn’t ask you to do the work and tells you they won’t pay. It was that nice owner.
So, you send the owner the bill. The nice owner turns nasty – “I don’t have a contract with you, send this to the builder – he’s your boss”. You have now got yourself caught in a classic no win situation. Unhappy builder and unhappy owner. You will probably sort it out but it could leave a nasty taste.
What should you have done? Let’s change the story for the best outcome. The owner asks you to do some work in the laundry. You have a look at it and say “Sure, but I will be working for you on this, OK? Let me call the builder just to make sure he/she is OK with this.” You call the builder and explain. The builder is happy for you to work for the owner direct as long as you are sending the owner the bill. You report to the owner, “Builder says, no problem as long as you understand that you are paying for this laundry work.” The owner agrees and everyone is happy. At that time, you should give the owner an estimate of the cost to do the work. The owner doesn’t necessarily know your charge rate so better to find out before you do the work if the owner thinks it might be more than they want to spend. If you are not going to have a written contract for this work, at least make a note in your diary (or on your phone) of the scope, the estimate and the approximate time of your conversation so that later, if there is a dispute, you will have good evidence to support your position. Also, if you are into the work and the scope changes (need to replace the tap), tell the owner and revise your estimate. If you follow this advice, you will greatly reduce the chances of unhappiness and a disputed invoice and you will increase your chances of further work from both the builder and the owner.
Michael Hutton Partner Lynch Meyer Lawyers Ph: 8236 7612 Email: mhutton@lynchmeyer.com.au
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consequences of non-compliance in the trade industry
In a competitive market, your reputation in the building industry is crucial. It has the power to determine your current and future success. Being caught out for not complying with the law can have an irreversible effect on a tradesperson’s finances and standing in the community. Consumer and Business Services (CBS) takes action where noncompliance is detected, such as builders and tradies not being licensed, working outside the scope of their licence, or performing substandard work.
The action taken and resulting consequences can vary based on the facts of each matter and the extent of damage caused. CBS has taken court action in relation to several unlicensed tradies in recent months. A Burnside man who operated without a licence and provided shoddy work was fined $105,000. His victims were left with either inadequate or irreparable work, or they had paid for services that the tradie did not supply. In one case, a consumer paid more than $32,000 to the tradie to build a pool, only to find that the fencing wasn’t straight, the filter pump wasn’t secured to the ground and the pool itself had a crack in the bottom.
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The damage was so bad the consumer was told it would be cheaper to install a new pool than to repair the crack. In addition to the court ordered penalties, CBS issued a media release bringing this man to the broader public’s attention. A tradie from Royal Park received a five-month suspended prison term, was fined $3,350 and ordered to repay consumers $8,000. He was unlicensed, performed defective and dangerous building work, provided unsafe car trailers to unsuspecting consumers and stole $10,000 from a charity. In another matter, a tradie from Torrensville provided a written assurance to CBS that he will not contract for building work without a licence. This assurance is publicly available on the assurances register on the CBS website, along with the names of other traders who have provided written assurances that they will not engage in certain unlawful conduct. By publicising the names and details of builders and tradespeople who have gone before the court, provided a written assurance to CBS, or whose conduct is so poor that a public warning is necessary to protect consumers, this means that consumers are alerted to which tradies they should not engage. It also sends a clear message to the industry that unlicensed activity and other unlawful conduct is not acceptable. CBS urges all workers in the building industry to be vigilant and professional with how they conduct themselves in their trade. It is clear that consumers will not tolerate tradies who perform substandard work, and that non-compliance can impact a tradie’s reputation and result in court ordered fines and compensation payments to affected clients. CBS will continue to investigate and take action against South Australian traders who fail to comply with licensing and consumer protection requirements. CBS welcomes reports from consumers and industry of unlicensed activity. You can report online at www. cbs.sa.gov.au or by telephone on 131 882.
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connecting to sa water drinking water and non drinking water connections
• Pressure reduction and isolation valves installed on the outlet riser arm instead of on the internal pipework. • Branches taken from the outlet riser arm to supply irrigation systems and extensions to internal pipe work.
At SA Water we often encounter incorrectly connected internal pipework on properties, which can cause significant delays for you, the customer and SA Water. Common examples of incorrectly connected internal pipework include: • Internal pipework directly connected to the inlet tail without a water meter or outlet riser arm. • Internal pipework connected to the outlet of the water meter without an outlet riser arm. • Internal pipework and end of outlet arm exposed above ground.
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These common problems can result in delays to or the obstruction of repair or replacement to parts of the meter assembly. Where the internal pipework is not connected correctly or an incorrect modification obstructs repair or replacement of the meter assembly SA Water may instruct the homeowner to engage a plumber, or request the plumber who performed the incorrect installation, to make the required rectifications to the internal pipework. To save you and the customer time and money when performing this task, the following outlines the correct process of connecting to SA Water. An SA Water 20mm residential drinking water and non-drinking water connection consists of:
• an Inlet riser • 1/4 turn or T handle stopcock • inlet and outlet tails • water meter • outlet riser arm. The meter assembly up to and including the threaded end of the outlet remains the property of SA Water, which is responsible for its installation, maintenance and repair. To correctly connect to an SA Water connection, internal pipe work for the property must be connected to the threaded end of the outlet riser arm. As a plumber you may identify an incorrect connection to the meter and wish to fix it as you work to save the customer time and expense in the future. If any components of the water meter assembly, including the water meter or outlet riser arm, are missing, please contact SA Water on 1300 SA WATER (1300 729 283) to request a replacement.
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RIDGID® SeeSnake® Compact C40 Camera Reel The new RIDGID® SeeSnake® Compact C40 Camera Reel delivers big performance in a small package and is compatible with the CS6x Versa monitor for fast set-up. Builtin Wi-Fi and Bluetooth make live streaming and inspection to an iOS™ or Android™ device simple. A 25mm self-leveling camera head provides a crisp image that is always upright. High Dynamic Range provides a bright, saturated image even in difficult lighting conditions.
We are currently working on delivering new products and services for plumbers to help make their work-life easier and we need your help! Over the next few months, we will be holding a series of plumber engagement sessions to gather feedback to ensure we deliver the right solutions that will really make a difference. These will be 30 minute sessions that can be held at your location in the form of toolbox talks, an online webinar, or as part of a tour of our Innovation and Experience Centres across the country.Register your interest today and we’ll be in touch to notify you of the next feedback session in your local area and preferred delivery method.
All attendees will receive a Free Caroma T-shirt and a chance to win $3000 (RRP) worth of Caroma products.
The TiltSense inclinometer displays the camera’s degree of tilt inside the pipe when used with a CSx series monitor. The CS6x Versa monitor pictured is not included but is available separately.
For more information contact Ridge Tool Australia Ph: 1800 743 443 or e: ridgid.australia@emerson.com or www.ridgid.com.au
100 YEAR MEMBERS A J PAternoster & son pty ltd W.F. Gray & Co Pty Ltd
50 YEAR MEMBERS A S Carlson & Sons Pty Ltd
E J Northway & Son Pty Ltd
Baldwin’s Plumbing & Gas
F S Scott & Co Pty Ltd
Bruce Harris Project Management Pty Ltd Glenelg Plumbing Services Pty Ltd
BT & RB Foreman
Hall & Baum
Dineen Plumbing
N D Birchmore Pty Ltd
Eco Green Plumbing
Victor Plumbing Service
LIFE MEMBERS D. J. HEBBARD J. HOLDER R. R. FARNHAM
S. B. HALL T. DRIVER B.HARRIS
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Master Plumbers SA MEMBER BENEFITS Keystone Printing 10% discount for all marketing services & first consultation is free
10% discount on all printing Located at 465 Morphett St, Adelaide SA Call Peter on 8231 9999
Discounts on First Aid Training & Products
Members receive free preliminary legal advice by phone at no charge
Ph: 1300 785 646 and quote your membership number
Please call Michael Hutton on 08 8236 7612 www.lynchmeyer.com.au
$1,000 towards sign writing on any new Ford Ranger or Transit Van
WFI Insurance can provide MPA Members with competitive rates on insurance
Ph: 8368 5203
Located at 1 Main North Road, Medindie SA or ph 8269 9999
Call Mark on 0427 491 240 or visit www.wfi.com.au
10% discount on all services, including website design
Exclusive discounts to members
Special rates for MPA Members on WHS & HR Services
Ph: 08 8387 5559 www.axisdigital.com.au
Ph: Teaghan 8443 3868
Ph 0423 161 907 www.precision-hr.com.au
One hour complimentary business advisory session with a 10% discount on all consultancy
National fleet discounts on the complete range of vehicles
10% discount on all tax advice & accounting services
Call Celeste on 0466 519 982
National fleet discounts on the complete range of vehicles Ph: 1800 228 844 or www.hyundaifleet.com.au
15% discount off all Loadex Hire Plant & Equipment
Solitaire Automotive Group
National fleet discounts on the complete range of vehicles
Located at 21 Opala St, Regency Park SA Or visit www.loadex.com.au
Ph: 1800 444 847 or visit your local Toyota car dealership
CMI Toyota 3 year roadside assistance, plus $500 of genuine Toyota accessories along with fleet discounts
20% discount on initial implementation costs of simPRO. Ph Ash Parrott on 0457 799 055
Ph: 1300 001 132 www.kpibusiness.com.au
$150 Discount on signage (valued at $1500 or higher) $250 Discount on signage (valued at $3000 or higher) 5% Discount on signage (valued at $1000 or lower)
Call & speak to Barry or Michael – 8281 8944
Ph: 0403 341 105 Email: ray@rayhodge.com.au
National Fleet discounts available on all vehicles Ph: 1300 131 211
6% discount for Master Plumbers South Australia members This offer is exclusive to new Podium subscriptions. Ph 0488 851 748 or visit www.podium.com
Membership of Master Plumbers South Australia gives you immediate access to a vast array of products and services to meet your plumbing business and lifestyle needs. Make sure your taking advantage of what’s available. 26
Master Plumbers SA Public Holiday & EVENT CALENDAR 2022 JANUARY Saturday 1
JUNE New Year’s Day
Wednesday 26 Australia Day
FEBRUARY Thursday 24
Crucial Women in Construction High Tea
MARCH Friday 11
World Plumbing Day
Monday 14
Adelaide Cup Day
Tuesday 22
World Water Day
Tuesday 7 Monday 13 13th - 19th Wednesday 15 Tuesday 21
Plumbing Roadshow (Berri) Queen’s Birthday Men’s Health Week Plumbing Roadshow (Ceduna) Plumbing Roadshow (Mt Gambier)
JULY 3rd - 10th
NAIDOC Week
Wednesday 6
Plumbing Roadshow (Wallaroo)
AUGUST Monday 1
Picnic Day (NT)
1st – 31st
Tradie’s National Health Month
SEPTEMBER APRIL Sunday 3
Daylight Savings Concludes
Tuesday 5
Plumbing Roadshow (Port Lincoln)
Wednesday 6
Plumbing Roadshow (Port Augusta)
Thursday 7
Plumbing Roadshow (Port Pirie)
Sunday 4
Father’s Day
Thursday 8
R U OK Day
OCTOBER 1st – 31st
Safe Work Month
Sunday 2
Daylight Savings Begins
Wednesday 13 Plumbing Roadshow (Clare)
Monday 3
Labour Day
Friday 15
Good Friday
Friday 14
President’s Lunch
Saturday 16
Easter Saturday
Monday 18
Easter Monday
NOVEMBER
Monday 25
ANZAC Day
1st – 30th
Asbestos Awareness Month
Friday 11
Remembrance Day
Saturday 19
World Toilet Day
MAY Monday 2
May Day (NT)
DECEMBER
Sunday 8
Mother’s Day
Monday 26 Christmas Day Holiday Tuesday 27 Proclamation Day Holiday Saturday 31 New Year’s Eve
Wednesday 11 Plumbing Roadshow (Nairne) Thursday 19
Plumbing Roadshow (Tonsley)
Wednesday 25 Plumbing Roadshow (Elizabeth)
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OUR INDUSTRY SUPPORTERS Sponsorship of Master Plumbers makes It possible for us to add significant value to the service we provide to our members. We wish to express our sincere appreciation to our Branch Sponsors for their generous support. Please support them by purchasing their goods or services.
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SA & NT industry members Abey Australia
03 9747 7777
Podium 0488 851 748
Architectural Water Solutions Pty Ltd
08 8947 3677
Rain Harvesting Pty Ltd
Arthur J Gallagher
08 8172 8121
Reece Pty Ltd 08 8231 4444
Australian Gas Networks
0447 930 657
Rehau Pty Ltd
08 8100 3500
AusPress Systems Pty Ltd
08 8374 3426
Reliance Manufacturing Company
0408 834 572
BioCycle - Jowa Group Pty Ltd
08 8381 9100
Rheem Australia Pty Ltd
08 8343 0062
Caroma Industries
08 8405 0311
Rhino Industrial Pty Ltd
08 8947 3400
07 3248 9600
CBUS 1300 361 784
Ri-Industries 08 8444 8100
Chromagen Australia Pty Ltd
08 8346 8331
Ridge Tool (Aust) Pty Ltd
1800 743 443
Cooke Precast Concrete Pty Ltd
08 8209 3093
Rinnai Australia Pty Ltd
1300 555 545
Crystal Clear Purification Systems
08 8340 4344
Robert Bosch (Australia) Pty Ltd
0417 788 025
Davey Water Products
08 8346 0947
Rocla Pty Ltd
08 7285 1905
Dial Before You Dig SA/NT Inc
1100
Saniflo 1300 554 779
Eco Building Supplies
08 8277 2467
Scott’s Plumbing Supplies
08 8261 6666
Enware Australia Pty Ltd
08 8352 3577
SE Plumbing
08 7703 8000
Gramall Hot Water Systems
08 8251 2979
Shore Hire
08 7077 0833
Harsmith Building Products
0408 516 682
SimPRO 1300 139 467
Hitachi Construction Machinery (Australia) Pty Ltd 08 8360 5300
South Australian Plumbing Supplies
08 8682 4493
Hydraulic Consultant Association
Storm Plastics Pty Ltd
08 8374 3277
0408 825 618
Iplex Pipelines 08 8256 2031
Studor Australia 02 9637 1042
In-Sink-Erator 1300 136 205
TAFE SA (Elizabeth Campus)
08 8207 9700
KPI Business and Tax Advisory
1300 001 132
TAFE SA (Tonsley Campus)
08 8207 2854
Milwaukee Power Tools
0438 827 937
TAPS 08 8433 1200
Office of the Technical Regulator
08 8226 5500
The South Australian Water Corporation 1300 650 950
PEER
08 8348 1200
Tradelink 1800 PLUMBING
Perks 08 8273 9300
VTM Valves 02 6365 3121
Pete’s Treat Waste Water Solutions
08 8556 4111
Win Attachments
08 8349 7390
Pickard Trade Centre
08 8366 7760
Wireless Communications
08 8274 0000
Plastec Australia Pty Ltd
07 5413 4444
Zip Heaters Aust Pty Ltd
0406 384 940
Plumbing Plus 03 9600 1899 29
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