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NZ - New Life Jacket Rules in Place

October 15th, 2026

Advocacy

Earlier this year, the NZ Parliament committee showed unanimous support for a new lifejacket rule. And as of 9 October 2026, the Maritime Transport (Lifejackets on Recreational Craft) Amendment Act 2025 comes into effect. Friday 9 October 2026.

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Great Entries Start with Great Preparation

October 14th, 2026

Awards

Now is a great time to start documenting the projects, achievements and standout work you’re proud of. Gather your photos, project details and supporting information as you go, and you’ll have everything ready.

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National Advisory Group: New Zealand Certificate in Swimming Pool Building (Level 4)

October 7th, 2026

Advocacy

Training

SPASA and Vertical Horizonz are bringing together experienced pool professionals from across New Zealand to form the National Advisory Group, and we’d love to hear from you.

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Get your awards entry ready for 2027

October 7th, 2026

Awards

The 2027 SPASA Awards of Excellence may still feel a little way off, but now is the perfect time to start preparing. Don’t wait until entries open to capture your best work.

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Safe Work Month 2026

October 1st, 2026

Advocacy

This October, SPASA is encouraging its members to get involved in National Safe Work Month. It’s a chance to pause, reflect and focus on safe and healthy work and the steps we can all take to help create safer workplaces

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Introducing SPASA Training

October 1st, 2026

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Training

The Institute of Research and Learning (IRLearning) is becoming SPASA Training, bringing our training offering more visibly under the SPASA name.

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VIC - DTP Consulting on Registration and Licensing for Carpenters, Landscapers

October 1st, 2026

Advocacy

The Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) is inviting industry stakeholders to provide feedback on a consultation paper exploring how a registration and licensing framework for carpenters could operate in Victoria. This framework may also be...

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VIC - Changes for building surveyors and inspectors

October 1st, 2026

Advocacy

In an industry alert, the BPC recently communicated new regulations and amendments to existing regulations that impact registered building surveyors, and applicants for registration as a building surveyor or building inspector, which began 1...

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WA - Building and Energy 2026–27 Proactive Audit Priorities

October 1st, 2026

Advocacy

Building and Energy has released its 2026–27 Proactive Audit Priorities Statement, outlining the areas of the building industry that will be a focus of regulatory oversight during the coming year. Most relevant for contractors, surveyors, and...

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Credit Card Payment Surcharges Removed

October 1st, 2026

Advocacy

Card payment surcharges are being removed from 1 October 2026 after changes made by the Reserve Bank of Australia. For members who apply card payment surcharges in their business, now is the time to ensure you are ready and compliant.

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The $20,000 instant asset write-off is now permanent

September 24th, 2026

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Australian small businesses now have greater certainty when it comes to investing in new equipment and assets, with the $20,000 instant asset write-off becoming a permanent feature of the tax system.

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Draft AS 3633:2026 is now open for public comment

September 17th, 2026

Advocacy

Draft AS 3633:2026, Residential and public pools - Water quality, is now open for public comment.

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