Guides: Plumbing, Drainage & Gasfitting: Plumbing

Websites

Australian Building Codes Board The Australian Building Codes Board (ABCB) is a standards writing body responsible for the National Construction Code, WaterMark and CodeMark Certification Schemes, and regulatory reform in the construction industry.
Australian Government- Water efficiency Water-efficient appliances and fixtures, combined with sensible water use, saves money and helps keep our reserves at sustainable levels.
Dial Before You Dig A national community service designed to assist in preventing damage and disruption to Australia’s vast utility networks - electricity, gas, water and telecommunications.
Information and obligations for licensed plumbers This page provides general information and guidance for licensed plumbers.
National Construction Code (NCC) Listed here are all the editions of the National Construction Code (NCC). You can view the current NCC Online edition here.
Water Efficiency Labelling and Standards (WELS) The WELS label makes it easier to compare water-efficient products that help you save water and money.
Waterwest - Future of Perth water Perth is facing a significant water supply challenge driven by an increase in population and a decrease in traditional water supplies.

ABCB - Resource Library - Plumbing & Drainage Access ABCB resources including handbooks, standards, tools and calculators, videos and other publications.
Institute of Plumbing Australia Their aim is to promote and advance the science and technology of plumbing, and in turn, increase the professionalism of the industry.
Master Builders Association of WA The peak industry association for the building and construction industry.
Master Plumbers and Gasfitters Association of Western Australia (MPGA) MPGA is an independent representative for business owners in the plumbing and gasfitting trades. Managed by elected committee members, they are a non-profit employer association supporting the plumbing industry.
Master Plumbers and Mechanical Services Association Australia’s largest plumbing industry association providing information, advice and expertise for their members, the industry, government and the community.
Plumbers Licensing Board The Board issues plumbing contractor and tradesperson licences to suitably qualified and experienced applicants.
Plumbing and Pipe Trades Employees Union One of the fastest growing and most progressive trade unions in Australia, they continue to defend our licensing and registration systems, support training and trade development, and fight for the wages and conditions of members.
Australian Gas Association An industry association in the safety, energy efficiency and training and renewables sectors.

Plumbing Connection It is dedicated to helping Australian plumbers and manufacturers to understand emerging trends, technologies and opportunities that the market has to offer.
ReNew: Technology for a Sustainable Future It is Australia’s premier magazine on practical sustainable living. Published quarterly, it features the latest in sustainable building practice and renewable energy technology.

eMagazines

Gas and Plumbing Focus A newsletter for plumbers and gas fitters from the Department of Mines, Industry Regulation & Safety.
The Plumbing Hub The official newsletter of The Institute of Plumbing Australia Inc.

Plumbing: City & Guilds Textbook Enhance your understanding of plumbing practice with clear and accurate step-by-step photo sequences, demonstrating technical skills you need to master.
Ultimate Guide: Plumbing This book will teach you everything you need to know about plumbing, from understanding how plumbing systems work and fixing a leaky faucet to making renovations, soldering copper, installing fixtures, and so much more.
Plumbing Pathways Plumbing Pathways is a Cengage Compose book. It has been compiled by Andrew Smith and is designed to meet the needs of students studying Plumbing. It contains material from leading Cengage books.