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Standard Business Reporting (SBR) to be implemented

On 1 July 2010, the Australian Government will implement Standard Business Reporting (SBR), which aims to reduce some of the reporting burden on small businesses.

WELS (part four)

The last article in our series on WELS. Read about the difference between WELS and Watermark, and how to identify a WELS rated product.

New 10 year warranty on mixers

From 1 March 2010, Dorf, Caroma and Irwell mixers come with a 10 year cartridge warranty.

New Fowler Handbook BBQ Breakfasts Begin

The new Fowler Plumbers Handbook is now available. As per the Caroma handbook launch back in 2008, Caroma Dorf has planned a number of handbook events around the country.

The Freeze-Pak Pipe Freezing Kit can be used to freeze copper, lead, steel and plastic pipes that are less than 1” in diameter. In ideal conditions the unit will produce an ice plug in 10 minutes which can last up to 30 minutes. The kit provides efficient freezing in minimal space situations and is capable of reaching temperatures of -300C.

NSW plumbing reform 2010

The NSW Government has undertaken a review of the plumbing regulatory framework in NSW, which will result in a number of changes in 2010.

Toilet pan and seat combinations

Find out which toilet pans go with what seats for Caroma, Fowler and Stylus toilet suites.

Spare parts companions - tapware and mixers

This page contains the spare part numbers for Dorf, Caroma and Irwell tapware and mixers.

WELS (part three)

Part three of the information on WELS - expanding the WELS scheme.

$200 NSW Govt dual flush toilet rebate

NSW Government announces $200 dual flush toilet rebate

WELS (part two)

Part two on our series of articles on WELS. Learn about your legal responsibilities when offering a WELS rated product to customers.

Fair Trading

Unsure where to find online fair trading information for your State or Territory, such as regulations and legislation?

For plumbers

2009 Annual Plumbing Industry Dinner (hosted by the Master Plumbers Association of NSW)

Date: 31 October 2009

Location: Sydney

Venue:             Novotel Brighton Beach Hotel
   Cnr. Grand Parade & Princess St
   Brighton-le-Sands, NSW

Website: http://www.masterplumbers.com.au/annual_events/upcoming_dinner.htm

2009 Awards for Excellence (hosted by the Master Plumbers & Gasfitters Association of WA & Plumbers Licensing Board)

Date: 14 November 2009

Location: Perth

Venue: Burswood Entertainment Complex
Cnr. Great Eastern Highway & Bolton Ave,

Burswood, WA

Website: http://www.masterplumbers.asn.au/events/other_upcoming_events.php

For builders

Sustainability information expos (hosted by the Master Builders Association of VIC)

Date: Throughout October and November, various dates and venues

Website: http://www.masterbuilders.asn.au/events.cfm

Industry Breakfast (hosted by the Master Builders Association of Victoria)

Date: 1 October 2009

Location: Melbourne

Venue: Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)
Brunton Avenue, East Melbourne, VIC

Website: http://www.mbav.com.au/vpLink.aspx?ID=7020&EVENT=403&STATE=&CAT=&DATE=

Annual Dinner and Housing and Construction Awards (hosted by the Master Builders Association of QLD)

Date: 9 October 2009

Location: Brisbane

Venue: Plaza Ballroom, Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre
Merivale Street, South Brisbane

Website: http://www.masterbuilders.asn.au/events.cfm

HIA 2009 Housing Awards (hosted by the Housing Industry Association of SA)

Date: 10 October 2009

Location: Adelaide

Venue: Adelaide Convention Centre

North Terrace

Adelaide, SA

Website: http://hia.com.au/Training%20and%20Events/Details.aspx?Code=SEAHAW0901

HIA 2009 Pioneer NQ Housing, Kitchen and Bathroom Awards (hosted by the Housing Industry Association of Nth Qld)

Date: 16 October 2009

Location: Cairns

Venue: Hilton Cairns

34 The Esplanade

Cairns, QLD

Website: http://hia.com.au/Training%20and%20Events/Details.aspx?Code=PECHAW0901

HIA NSW Housing Awards (hosted by the Housing Industry Association of NSW)

Date: 24 October 2009

Location: Sydney

Venue: Darling Harbour Convention Centre
Darling Harbour, NSW

Website: http://hia.com.au/Training%20and%20Events/Details.aspx?Code=NESHAW0901

2009 HIA-NAB Perth Housing Awards (hosted by the Housing Industry Association of WA)

Date: 24 October 2009

Location: Perth

Venue: Grand Ballroom

Burswood Entertainment Complex

Burswood, WA

Website: http://hia.com.au/Training%20and%20Events/Details.aspx?Code=WEPHAW0901

HIA Townsville and Nth Qld Housing, Kitchen & Bathroom Awards (hosted by the Housing Industry Association of Nth Qld)

Date: 30 October 2009

Location: Townsville

Venue: Jupiters Hotel & Casino Townsville

Sir Leslie Thiess Drive

Townsville, QLD

Website: http://hia.com.au/Training%20and%20Events/Details.aspx?Code=PETHAW0901

HIA / CSR Tasmanian Housing Awards (hosted by the Housing Industry Association of TAS)

Date: 31 October 2009

Location: Hobart

Venue: Wrest Point Casino

410 Sandy Bay Road

Sandy Bay, TAS

Website: http://hia.com.au/Training%20and%20Events/Details.aspx?Code=TEHHAW0901

HIA VIC Housing, Kitchen and Bathroom Awards (hosted by the Housing Industry Association of VIC)

Date: 6 November 2009

Location: Melbourne

Venue: Palladium Ballroom - Crown Towers

8 Whiteman Street

Southbank, VIC

Website: http://hia.com.au/Training%20and%20Events/Details.aspx?Code=VEMHAW0905

HIA Brisbane / Queensland, Housing Awards (hosted by the Housing Industry Association of QLD)

Date: 6 November 2009

Location: Brisbane

Venue: Victoria Park Golf Club

Herston Road

Herston QLD 4006

Website: http://hia.com.au/Training%20and%20Events/Details.aspx?Code=QEBHAW0901

Master Builders Australia National Conference & Awards

Date: 5-7 November 2009

Location: Gold Coast

Venue: Conrad Jupiters
Broadbeach Island, Gold Coast, QLD

Website: http://www.masterbuilders.com.au/conference/

HIA Northern Territory Housing Awards (hosted by the Housing Industry Association of the Northern Territory)

Date: 15 November 2009

Location: Darwin

Venue: SkyCity Darwin

Darwin NT 8000

Website: http://hia.com.au/Training%20and%20Events/Details.aspx?Code=DEDHAW0901

Top 50 Builders Luncheon (hosted by the master Builders Association of NSW)

Date: 20 November 2009

Location: Sydney

Venue: Sydney Convention & Exhibition Centre
Darling Harbour, NSW

Website: http://www.mbansw.asn.au/event-detail-page.asp?id=62&Event_id=690

Standard Business Reporting (SBR) to be implemented

On 1 July 2010, the Australian Government will implement Standard Business Reporting (SBR), which aims to reduce some of the reporting burden on small businesses.

WELS (part four)

The last article in our series on WELS. Read about the difference between WELS and Watermark, and how to identify a WELS rated product.

NSW plumbing reform 2010

The NSW Government has undertaken a review of the plumbing regulatory framework in NSW, which will result in a number of changes in 2010.

WELS (part three)

Part three of the information on WELS - expanding the WELS scheme.

WELS (part two)

Part two on our series of articles on WELS. Learn about your legal responsibilities when offering a WELS rated product to customers.

Fair Trading

Unsure where to find online fair trading information for your State or Territory, such as regulations and legislation?

Business support for small businesses

Information on the Australian Government's Small Business Advisory Service (SBAS) where you can get advice and assistance for your small business.

Stylus Paradise 1500 Body Therapy Spa Bath

Modern 1500mm x 1500mm x 1500mm design featuring 23 ergonomically positioned jets, luxurious soak depth, soft moulded headrests and reclined seats for two people, the Paradise spa is the top of the Stylus range. The combination of intense, focused and light overall massage jets, delivers the full benefits of hydrotherapy as well as the ultimate relaxation experience.

Caroma Flex Invisi II Toilet Suite

With no simple solution available, the replacement of inefficient wall hung toilets in commercial buildings with more water efficient options is often cost prohibitive for building owners due to the associated plumbing relocation and building rectification work involved. Recognising the need for a product solution to make retrofitting these toilets easier and more affordable (without a full bathroom upgrade), Caroma Dorf developed the Caroma Flex Invisi II Toilet Suite

Dorf Jovian, Minko and Arc mixers and showers

Dorf is offering more choice for builders, plumbers and specifiers with the launch of three new high quality and elegant mixer ranges.

Caroma Track mixers and showers

In July 2009 Caroma unveiled its sophisticated new Track mixer and shower range.

WELS (Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards Scheme)

Part one of a series of information articles on the Water Efficency Labelling and Standards (WELS) Scheme. Find out what WELS is and what are the WELS products.

New Fowler Handbook BBQ Breakfasts Begin

The new Fowler Plumbers Handbook is now available. As per the Caroma handbook launch back in 2008, Caroma Dorf has planned a number of handbook events around the country.

Freeze-Pak Pipe Freezing Kit

$200 NSW Govt dual flush toilet rebate

NSW Government announces $200 dual flush toilet rebate

Rocut 26TC Plastic Pipe Shear

The Rocut 26TC is a high-quality plastic pipe shear for all types of plastic tubes 6-26mm. With its innovative v-shaped knife blade, the Rocut 26TC delivers clean and straight cuts, without deforming the pipe, on waste, PP, PE, PEX, PB and PVDF pipes. Sturdy aluminium construction guarantees a long service life through professional use.

Super Fire 2 Brazing Torch

The Super Fire 2 Brazing Torch is fast and effective for all soldering and brazing applications. Possibly the world’s most popular brazing torch, it is suitable for use with disposable MAP/Pro Gas cylinders, and is capable of brazing and soldering up to 1½” copper, providing users with an efficient, lightweight alternative to the conventional oxy-acetylene set-ups.

No. 35 Tube Cutter

ROTHENBERGER's signature and most popular tube cutter, both in Australia and globally. Possibly the easiest to use, most effective tube cutter on the market. Stable telescopic tube cutter for exact cutting of copper, brass, aluminium and thin-walled steel tube from 6-35mm (1/4” – 1 3/8”). Also available for multilayer and PVC pipe.

Caroma makes saving water child’s play for historic Queensland school

One of Queensland’s most famous schools is using Caroma Smartflush® toilets to cut its water use and reduce maintenance costs.

This March, we will reward the provider of the best tip with a Freeze-Pak Pipe Freezing Kit valued at over $65 excl. GST thanks to ROTHENBERGER.

You can find more about the prize and ROTHENBERGER here.

How to enter

To enter, all you have to do is tell us your tip in 100 words or less. Please send your tip with any supporting materials such as photos etc.

You can use the entry form below to submit your tip or you can email your tip and information to tipofthemonth@mycaroma.com.au.

Please remember that your tip must be related to the plumbing or building trade and entries close at 11.59pm (AEST) 25th March 2010.

For more information, see full competition terms and conditions here.