Leaching of metals from household taps—new report

A newly released scientific report sheds further light on leaching of metals from household taps in New Zealand.

Greater protection for subcontractors' retention payments welcome

Master Plumbers welcomes greater protection for subcontractors in the event of a construction company’s insolvency under newly announced changes for the Construction Contracts Act (CCA).

Master Plumbers welcomes support for trades in Budget 2020

Master Plumbers, Gasfitters & Drainlayers NZ welcomes the support for trades employers and apprentices in Budget 2020.

COVID-19: Call to restrict sale of plumbing products during lockdown

Master Plumbers are disappointed some plumbing merchants’ stores have remained open to walk-in customers during New Zealand’s COVID-19 Level 4 lockdown.

COVID-19 Government Support Package

If you are affected by COVID-19, you may be able to access financial support through the newly announced Government Support Package.

Plumbing products - Shed the lead

Even low levels of lead exposure can have a significant impact on children’s IQ levels, and its effects can continue to cause adverse health impacts throughout a person’s life — so why is it still used in plumbing materials? 

Video update from CEO Greg Wallace - Sep 2019

In this update: Lessons learnt in the wake of July's devastating gas explosion in Christchurch; upcoming changes to public liability insurance; dates and location of the 2020 New Zealand Plumbing...

Video update from CEO Greg Wallace - Jun 2019

NZ needs regulated water testing to combat Legionnaires' disease

Master Plumbers chief executive Greg Wallace says appropriate measures need to be put in place to detect and manage legionella bacteria in our homes, apartments, schools, rest homes and hospitals.

The value of training apprentices

Master Plumbers welcomes the Government’s acknowledgement that greater value should be placed on apprenticeships, trades and workplace training.