Institute of Plumbing Australia

16/11/2025

🛠️ Hey Plumbers!

We know you like the "ripping" of the cardboard from a supplier's delivery box or drawing on a notepad, but it is now time to leave that behind.

The Tappr App empowers you to craft plumbing layouts directly from your phone or tablet quickly, precisely, and job-site ready. Whether you're planning a new installation or revamping an old system, tappr App simplifies drawing, editing, and sharing your designs.

14/11/2025

🔧 Willetton Tradeshow – You're Invited!
Institute of Plumbing Australia is proud to support Galvins Plumbing Supplies as they host their Willetton Tradeshow on Friday, 28 November, from 6:30am to 9:00am.

Join us for a morning of:
✅ Innovation – explore the latest plumbing products and technologies
✅ Connection – network with industry professionals and suppliers
✅ Insight – learn from leading brands and experts
☕ Plus: enjoy a premium BBQ breakfast and barista coffee

🎁 Complete the Passport Trail for your chance to win:
• $2,000, $1,000, or $500 JB Hi-Fi gift cards
• 15 x $100 Dan Murphy’s vouchers
📍 Willetton 🕡 6:30am–9:00am 📅 Friday, 28 November
🔗 Learn more: galvins.com.au

Let’s celebrate the future of plumbing together.

07/11/2025

The Institute of Plumbing Australia is proud to support Geberit Australia and their latest whitepaper, Smarter Plumbing for Architects.
👏 We applaud Geberit for leading the way in integrating performance-driven plumbing with architectural vision.
Let’s continue to champion collaboration between plumbers, engineers, and architects to shape the future of our built environment.

In high-density urban developments, every square metre matters. Our latest whitepaper, Smarter Plumbing for Architects, explores how innovative hydraulic design can unlock layout flexibility, cleaner aesthetics and greater commercial potential. From siphonic drainage to in-wall concealed cisterns, d...

30/10/2025

🌱 Exciting News!

We’re proud to announce that STIEBEL ELTRON Australia has joined the Institute of Plumbing Australia as an Ambassador!

With German engineering heritage, over 30 years in Australia, and close to 50 years of heat pump expertise, STIEBEL ELTRON supports the plumbing industry with high-performance electric and heat pump hot water systems built for efficiency and longevity. STIEBEL ELTRON continues to shape the industry through cutting-edge heating, ventilation, and hot water systems. Their commitment to sustainability aligns perfectly with the values of our industry.

We're thrilled to have them onboard and look forward to the impact they'll make as a future-focused partner in plumbing excellence.

👉 Learn more about becoming an IPA Ambassador:
https://plumbing.org.au/ambassadors/.

👉 Learn more about STIEBEL ELTRON: https://www.stiebel-eltron.com.au/.

28/10/2025

As part of our commitment to keeping members informed about the latest industry developments, we’re highlighting an important upcoming event from IAPMO.

The Water Demand Calculator® Summit will unveil new data on commercial building water usage - an exciting next step in developing smarter, more efficient plumbing system sizing for every building type.

📅 November 5 | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. PST (Virtual)
💻 Learn more and register here: https://www.iapmolearn.org/topclass/searchCatalog.do?catId=3179174.

28/07/2025

Standards Australia published updated standards for plumbing and drainage - coming into effect October 20 for Victoria.

Key changes:
✅ Minor changes to the backflow prevention provisions for atmospheric vacuum breakers.
✅ New requirements for the installation of waterless urinals to reduce the risk of struvite build up.
✅ Updated requirements for residential eaves gutter overflows and valley gutters.
✅ Polypropylene (PP) pipes and fittings included as an alternative material and product for vacuum drainage systems.

Head to https://www.vba.vic.gov.au/plumbing/plumbing-regulatory-framework/updated-plumbing-and-drainage-standards-asnzs-3500-series for more information.

While Victoria will adopt the new standard from October 20, 2025, implementation dates for other states and territories are yet to be announced.

23/07/2025

From 1 May 2026, all new and replacement plumbing work in contact with drinking water must use WaterMark certified lead free copper alloy products.

We’re in a transition period now (until May 2026) - plumbers are encouraged to start using lead free products and run down old stock.

✅ Applies to all new and replacement work
✅ Products must be WaterMark certified and marked with the lead free logo
✅ Check the WaterMark database for approved products

The term "lead free" is as defined in the PCA 2022 as ‘where a plumbing product or material in contact with drinking water has a weighted average lead content of not more than 0.25%.

Reach out to your local state regulator if you need more information or head to 👉 https://watermark.abcb.gov.au/plumbers/lead-free-plumbing-products for further updates.

06/07/2025

📌 Upcoming Industry Meeting Notice

To keep our members connected and informed, please note the HCAA Sydney July General Meeting is scheduled for this Tuesday 8 July.

Find event information here: https://events.humanitix.com/hcaa-july-2025-sydney-general-meeting.

30/06/2025

Today, we're shining a light on one of our valued supporters, Allied Pumps Commercial 🚀

For more than 30 years, Allied Pumps has been creating purpose-built pumping, storage, and water treatment systems trusted across Australia and beyond.

We’re proud to have Allied Pumps supporting the IPA and raising the bar for excellence in our industry.

26/06/2025

Today we are shining a light on one of our supporters, Galvin Engineering - a proudly Australian, family-owned company with 90+ years of history and four generations of leadership 👏

From pioneering lead-free tapware to improving water solutions across the country, Galvin Engineering continues to lead with innovation, integrity, and impact.

We’re proud to have them as an IPA Ambassador!

23/06/2025

Today, we're shining a light on one of our valued supporters, Galvins Plumbing Supplies. ✨

Founded in 1933 by Roy and Amy Galvin, Galvins Plumbing Supplies has grown from a small family business in Murray Street, Perth, to a leading name in the plumbing supply industry!

Still proudly family-owned, Galvins now operates 24 branches across Australia.

Thank you to the Galvin family and team for your long standing contribution and support of IPA.