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Safe Work Month 2026

October 1st, 2026

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

October 1st, 2026

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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

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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

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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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NZ - MBIE’s Building Performance Quarterly Update & Building Amendment Bill Consultation

September 10th, 2026

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The Building Amendment Bill passed its first reading on 2 July 2026 and was referred to the Transport and Infrastructure Committee. The Bill is now publicly available and submissions are now open, closing 15 November 2026.

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Draft AS 3633 open for public comment

August 27th, 2026

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Draft AS 3633 Residential and public pools – Water quality is now open for public comment. Developed by Australian experts for Australian conditions, the draft aims to set a new benchmark for pool water quality.

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SPLASH! 2026 – Bigger, better and one to remember

August 25th, 2026

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Inspiration

SPLASH! 2026 brought the pool and spa industry together for an incredible few days of connection, education and celebration.

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Award Winning Pools and Spas from the 2026 SPASA Australasian Awards of Excellence

August 20th, 2026

Awards

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The SPASA Australasian Awards of Excellence honour the most talented, innovative, and trusted professionals across Australia and New Zealand. The 2026 winners showcase craftsmanship and inspiring design.

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VIC: Do you have Pre-July projects that still need insurance?

July 30th, 2026

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Projects with contracts signed before 1 July 2026 may still follow different insurance requirements after the DBI transition. The key factor is the contract date, which determines the insurance pathway for building permits issued after 1 July.

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