The path forward to a sustainable, progressive, and successful industry is paved by trailblazers.

On its 24th year, the Plumbing and Gas Industry Awards endeavours to celebrate these trailblazers – individuals, teams, and businesses who have showcased their unwavering commitment to protecting the health and safety of our communities with passion and excellence.

Presented by Master Plumbers’ Association of Queensland (MPAQ) in partnership with Event Partner Reliance Worldwide Corporation (RWC), the Plumbing and Gas Industry Awards Night was held at the brand-new Queen’s Wharf Brisbane and was attended by a record-breaking number of industry professionals and partners, local dignitaries, business owners, and esteemed guests.

Apprentice Recognition

The future of the industry is promising, with hardworking apprentices moving it forward.

Liam Winkcup won School Based Apprentice of the Year for his enthusiasm and precision in drainage work while Maxwell Gaddes from Adept Plumbing secured the Rheem Second Year Apprentice of the Year award, impressing judges with his solid understanding of plumbing advancements. Jeffrey Vaughan from James Giles Plumbing was named The Service Trades College Australia Fourth Year Apprentice of the Year for his initiative, dedication, and positive attitude. Taking home the Construction Skills Queensland Merv Harris Memorial Bursary Award was Harrison Tresider from Beavis & Bartels for his strong communication and problem-solving skills. Bradley Jolly of Tropical Coast Plumbing claimed both the Caroma Third Year Apprentice of the Year and the prestigious Reece Queensland Apprentice of the Year titles for his professionalism and valuable contributions to his workplace.

Business and Trade Excellence

Also shining bright on the night were individuals and businesses who showcased visionary leadership and exemplary practice.

Nick Day of Rivercity Maintenance Service Pty Ltd won RWC Businessperson of the Year for his unique business initiatives and strategic planning. Toni Hillman from the Logan City Council received the Tradelink Women in Plumbing and Gas Award for her proactive leadership and industry contributions. James Sharvell of 2Brothers Plumbing & Gas Pty Ltd was named Department of Housing, Local Government, Planning and Public Works Tradesperson of the Year for his hands-on leadership and community involvement. Brianna Baker from Tropical Coast Plumbing took home the Austbrokers Comsure Andrea Vogler Women in Business Award for being a proactive leader and role model for other females in the trade. Creek to Coast Plumbing brought home the BUSSQ Service Excellence Award for their “givers gain” philosophy, fostering reciprocal support for the local economy.

Project Recognition

Exceptional projects were highlighted during the night – a testament to the industry’s commitment to outstanding work.

Tru-Flow Services won the Zip Water Commercial Plumbing or Gas Project of the Year for their work on the Field of Dreams facility. 2Brothers Plumbing & Gas claimed the Plumbing Plus Domestic Plumbing or Gas Project of the Year for The Corso, a beautiful and complex three-story architectural home. AECOM‘s Logan Hospital Expansion project earned the AHSCA Queensland Hydraulic Consultancy Design of the Year while QLD Industrial Gasfitting Services won the MM Kembla Outstanding Copper Plumbing & Gas Project of the Year for the technical skill of their recent project, Bradnams Doors and Windows.

Industry Leadership

The Awards Night also acknowledged industry leaders who played pivotal roles in shaping the plumbing and gas industry through training, mentorship, and driving growth.

The late Trevor Morris was posthumously awarded the MPAQ President’s Award for his decades-long service and dedication to the field. Paul Beaumont was awarded the inaugural MPAQ President’s Industry Award for his significant work and contributions as principal inspector for gas work and devices at Resources Safety & Health Queensland.

“The plumbing and gas profession is crucial in protecting the health and safety of our communities, and it’s our responsibility to uphold these standards with excellence. Every nominee, especially our distinguished finalists and winners, should take great pride in the remarkable levels of professionalism they consistently demonstrate,” said Penny Cornah, MPAQ’s Chief Executive Officer.

Congratulations to all the winners of the Plumbing and Gas Industry Awards 2024 and thank you to everyone who came on the night to join MPAQ in celebrating the amazing achievements of the plumbing and gas industry as a whole.

The 2024 Plumbing & Gas Industry Awards finalists have been announced, showcasing exceptional responses and high-quality nominations. The competitive judging process reflects excellence across all categories. Congratulations and good luck to the outstanding individuals, companies, and projects in contention.

Finalists have officially been announced for the 2023 Plumbing & Gas Industry Awards and are listed below.

The response received this year was truly remarkable, with an overwhelming number of nominations of exceptional quality. The judging process was challenging, as the competition was incredibly tough in every category. Congratulations and good luck to all of the outstanding individuals, companies and projects that have made it this far.

Apprentice Awards

Finalists for this award category will be announced at the awards dinner.

Individual Awards

Finalists for this award category will be announced at the awards dinner.

Company and Project Awards

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Finalists have officially been announced for the 2022 Plumbing & Gas Industry Awards and are listed below.

This year’s nominations far exceeded our expectations in both the number and the quality, and the judges had a tough time shortlisting the finalists for each category. Congratulations and good luck to all of the outstanding individuals, companies and projects that have made it this far.

Individual Awards

Catherine Cahill – Cahill Plumbing & Gas Pty Ltd
Erin Harth – Hughes Plumbing Contractors
Jacinta Marshall – Plumbrite Solutions
Jayde Margitich – Beavis & Bartels Pty Ltd
Luisa Marinelli – Clarke – Specialised Plumbing Centre
Paula Brodhurst-Hill – Q Plumb and Gas Pty Ltd
Perri Kitching – Hydrocove Plumbing Pty Ltd

Ben Hughes – Hughes Plumbing Contractors
Carey Haden – Samford Valley Plumbing Service Pty Ltd
Daniel Weuffen – iPlumb Solutions Plumbing & Maintenance Pty Ltd
James Sharvell – 2Brothers Plumbing & Gas
Kye Sherwell – iPlumb Solutions Plumbing & Maintenance Pty Ltd
Mark Brodhurst-Hill – Q Plumb and Gas Pty Ltd
Matthew Robson-Petch – Lucas Plumbing Services Pty Ltd

Adam Clarke – Do Some Plumbing
Damian Connor – Evermore Plumbing & Gas Pty Ltd
Daniel Weuffen – iPlumb Solutions Plumbing & Maintenance Pty Ltd
Jason Kitching – Hydrocove Plumbing Pty Ltd
Kendal Nash – KNP Plumbing & Gas Pty Ltd
Lachlan Cooke – Tropical Coast Plumbing
Simon Nash – GWC Hydraulics Pty Ltd

The finalists and winner for this category will be announced at the awards ceremony.

Business and Project Awards

Craftsman Plumbing & Gas
Evermore Plumbing & Gas Pty Ltd
Franklin Plumbing and Gas
Hydrocove Plumbing Pty Ltd
MAG Plumbing & Gas Pty Ltd
Phase2 Plumbing Pty Ltd
Q Plumb and Gas Pty Ltd

Design Concept – Chilton Woodward & Associates
Caboolture Hospital Redevelopment – Jacobs Group (Australia) Pty Ltd
895 Ann St – Office Tower – Performance Construction Hydraulics

Bank Road – Shaw’s Plumbing & Gas
Cambridge – Oz Plumbing and Gas
Hazlewood – Complete house renovation – 2Brothers Plumbing & Gas Pty Ltd
The Zou House – Phase2 Plumbing Pty Ltd

RNA Showgrounds – Shaw’s Plumbing and Gas
Thermann Hot Water System Training Centre – 2Brothers Plumbing & Gas Pty Ltd

Caboolture Hospital Redevelopment Project – Beavis & Bartels Pty Ltd
RNA Showgrounds – Shaw’s Plumbing and Gas
Thermann Hot Water System Training Centre – 2Brothers Plumbing & Gas Pty Ltd

The finalists and winner for this category will be announced at the awards ceremony.

Apprentice Awards

CJ Blignaut – Shark Plumbing Pty Ltd
Cody Sharp – Super Bowl Plumbing
Hayden Rogers – Crystal Waters Plumbing and Drainage Pty Ltd
Levi Alchin – Progress Plumbing Pty Ltd
Will Simpson – Akins Plumbing

Alex Watson – Allanna Plumbing Services
Connor Holmes – Shaw’s Plumbing and Gas
Hayden Jeckeln – Beavis & Bartels Pty Ltd
Matthew James – Allanna Plumbing Services
Nicholas Anderson – Evermore Plumbing & Gas Pty Ltd

Josh Thompson – Axis Maintenance Services
Joshua Sell
Matthew James – Allanna Plumbing Services
Phil Hughes – Hughes Plumbing Contractors
Reuben Thomson – Shaw’s Plumbing and Gas

Bailey Michael – O’Brien Electrical and Plumbing Coopers Plains
Daniel Crimmins – Calibre Plumbing and Drainage
Jack Thompson
Jack Keogh – Axis Plumbing Qld Pty Ltd
Joshua Wrigley – Briody Plumbing Pty Ltd

David Strooband – O’Brien Electrical and Plumbing Coopers Plains
Henry McGahan – Tru-Flow Services Pty Ltd
Jake Lewis – MTC Gas Australia Pty Ltd

The finalists and winner for this category will be announced at the awards ceremony.