News and Media

Master Plumbers 2026 Advocacy Action Plan

Master Plumbers releases its 2026 Action Plan, calling for apprenticeship funding, biomethane investment, and stronger lead-free product compliance.

Master Plumbers welcomes practical changes to proposed self-certification scheme for plumbers and dr

Master Plumbers welcomes the government’s moves to strengthen a self-certification scheme that will enable certified plumbers and drainlayers to sign-off on their own work.

Master Plumbers backs 2026 deadline for lead-free products

Master Plumbers supports the Government’s 1 May 2026 deadline for lead-free plumbing products, citing public health benefits and industry readiness.

Granny Flat Consent Exemptions Commence

The granny flat building consent exemption is now in effect, allowing certain standalone dwellings up to 70m² without consent, with clear compliance requirements.

Heading to the bach this summer? Read our essential safety checklist

With summer holidays just around the corner, Master Plumbers, Gasfitters & Drainlayers NZ has some simple but important tips to keep your holiday home safe and healthy.

Self Certification Passes First Bill Reading

In a win for Master Plumbers, a massive step has been taken along the pathway to a plumber and drainlayer self-certification regime with the first reading of the legislation in Parliament.

Lead Free Update

With the 1 May 2026 lead-free plumbing deadline approaching, manufacturers and suppliers across New Zealand have been proactive in making compliant products readily available for plumbers and consumers alike.

New Consumer NZ test reveals danger of unregulated online plumbing products

Master Plumbers warns that cheap tapware bought online may contain unsafe lead levels. A recent Consumer NZ test found one product exceeded safety standards, raising concerns ahead of New Zealand’s 2026 lead-free plumbing regulations.

2025 New Zealand Plumbing Award Winners

Master Plumbers is proud to announce the winners and finalists of the 2025 New Zealand Plumbing Awards, presented on Friday 2 May. The awards ceremony marked the grand finale of this year’s New Zealand Plumbing Conference, held in Brisbane, Australia

Master Plumber of the Year 2025

Congratulations to 2025 Master Plumber of the year, Jason Brown Plumbing & Gas of the Hutt Valley, Wellington

Plumbing World Scholarship Overall Winner 2025 - Trent Toomey

Plumbing World Scholarship Runner Up - Rory Van Vroonhoven