Latest Industry News

QLD – Member Alert – SPASA Contract

May 13th, 2026

Advocacy

Following on from last Friday’s communication regarding the Queensland Contract, in which SPASA outlined changes required to the Queensland Contract, SPASA is now able to advise members that an insert has been developed which addresses the issue,...

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QLD – Member Alert – SPASA Contract

May 8th, 2026

Advocacy

SPASA has become aware of changes required to the Queensland Contract to improve compliance with the regulations and enhance enforceability. These changes come as a result of the ever-changing legal landscape in our industry.

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Notice of Annual General Meeting

May 6th, 2026

Notice is hereby given that the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Swimming Pool & Spa Association of Australia Ltd will be held online via Microsoft Teams on Thursday 28 May 2026 at 12:30pm AEST. A link to join the meeting will be sent to all...

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NCC 2025 Adoption Update

April 23rd, 2026

Advocacy

The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) was published NCC 2025 on 1 May 2026. Since then, each state and territory has been responsible for announcing when they will adopt the code under their state building laws.

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QLD - Pool Barrier Inspections

April 15th, 2026

Advocacy

SPASA is aware of a recent matter involving a licensed pool safety inspector in Queensland which has highlighted concerns regarding the manner in which the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) may be assessing consulting work...

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Equipment Energy Efficiency Strategy – E3 Strategy Release

April 15th, 2026

Advocacy

The Energy and Climate Change Ministerial Council have released the E3 Strategy, a suite of documents that guide the direction of appliance and equipment energy efficiency across Australia and New Zealand to 2035.

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New Zealand Pool Spa Life Expo Wrap Up

April 13th, 2026

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The 2026 New Zealand Pool Spa Life Expo delivered a strong and resilient result for the industry, with a steady flow of engaged homeowners attending the Auckland Showgrounds across April 11–12.

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Safe Work Australia Proposed Changes to Workplace Exposure Limits for Chlorine

April 7th, 2026

Advocacy

In advice to WHS Ministers around the country, Safe Work Australia has proposed significantly lower workplace exposure limits for nine chemicals based upon the information in a Decision Regulatory Impact Statement. Crucially for SPASA members,...

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SPASA Consumer Guide – Managing supply chain pressures

April 2nd, 2026

Advocacy

SPASA is continuing to monitor the ongoing impact of global conflict on the supply chains for swimming pool and spa builders, manufacturers and pool retailers and technicians, which continues to cause supply disruption, shortages and delays,...

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NSW EPA – Fact Sheets regarding Pool Chemicals and Dangerous Goods Pallets

March 26th, 2026

Advocacy

The NSW Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has recently issue two Fact Sheets relevant for manufacture, packaging, and transportation of pool chemicals: Colour coded containers for pool chemicals; Use of Black Plastic Stretch Wrap on Dangerous...

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How to get ready for Payday Super

March 25th, 2026

Advocacy

From 1 July 2026, employers must pay their employees’ super each payday instead of at least once every 3 months. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) has released new factsheets, checklists and videos to help you prepare for this change....

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Managing materials cost increases in your business

March 25th, 2026

Advocacy

SPASA is keenly aware of the rapid changes being experienced by members with the current global price rises for fuel. These pressures are already impacting every part of your business, and it is important to understand when and how you are able to...

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