Latest Industry News

QLD - Pool Barrier Inspections

April 15th, 2026

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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

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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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NCC 2025 Adoption Update

April 7th, 2026

Advocacy

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

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Safe Work Australia Proposed Changes to Workplace Exposure Limits for Chlorine

April 7th, 2026

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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

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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

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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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Managing materials cost increases in your business

March 25th, 2026

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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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How to get ready for Payday Super

March 25th, 2026

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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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Adelaide Pool Spa Life Expo Wrap Up

March 23rd, 2026

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With the 2026 Pool Spa Life Expo series entering its final stretch, Adelaide delivered a strong and steady result for the industry, with a consistent flow of engaged homeowners attending the Adelaide Showground across March 21–22.

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AS 4755.2:2025 - New requirements for demand-response capable swimming pool pump-unit controllers

March 19th, 2026

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AS 4755.2: 2025 is a new standard in the AS 4755 suite that addresses how the supply of electricity can be controlled remotely by utility providers for certain electrical products. Part 2 supports a national framework for demand response...

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AS 1926.1:2024 New Supplement supports innovation in safety barrier design

March 19th, 2026

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AS 1926.1 is the primary standard for safety barriers across Australia. This standard now includes a new supplement to support barrier designs that rely on a performance solution. The Supplement provides a structured framework for designers and...

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