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THIS EDITION’S UPDATES FROM MASTER PLUMBERS.
New: Beacons Awards
The Construction Sector Accord is launching awards to champion the construction sector’s most innovative approaches that demonstrate the Accord principles in action. The first-ever Beacons Awards will be celebrated during Infrastructure NZ’s Building Nations 2021 virtual event from 16-19 November.
MBIE Chief Executive Carolyn Tremain signing the Accord Network Pledge at the Construction Sector Accord Network launch in August.
CONSTRUCTION SECTOR ACCORD NETWORK MEMBERSHIP
Master Plumbers is proud to have become a Network Member of the Construction Sector Accord. Members of the Accord Network collectively commit to lifting the performance of the construction sector and are expected to lead the way in showing high standards of behaviour within the sector.The Accord Network was officially launched at Parliament in August and already counts more than 100 members, including government agencies and industry bodies such as ours. The Construction Sector Accord was created to be a platform for industry and government to work together to address some of the key challenges for the sector, including skills shortages, boom and bust cycles, and a risk-shifting culture.
Master Plumbers members who’d like to keep up to date with Accord Network news can sign up to the newsletter at www.constructionaccord.nz/get-involved/
New Gold Business Partner: Makita
A very warm welcome to Makita as a Gold Business Partner. With over 40 years in designing, engineering, and manufacturing cordless products, Makita gives you cordless convenience for all applications. As the innovation leader, Makita leads the industry with best-in-class quality cordless products. Makita’s cordless products deliver the power, speed, and run-time to handle any project from wood and metalworking to concrete and dust extraction. From the job site to your home, Makita offers a wide range of cordless products ready to use anytime, anywhere.
The LXT® System is the world’s largest compatible cordless tool system powered by 18V slide-style batteries. Purpose-built motors, battery technology, and enhanced communications work together to deliver unmatched power, speed, and run time.
We are pleased to welcome Taylor Purification as a Silver Business Partner. Taylor Purification has a 30-year track record of providing great products and services to plumbers and water specialists throughout New Zealand. Many Master Plumbers members will already be familiar with the great product line available at wholesale prices by Taylors, and they are keen to further showcase their products.
Taylors carry a wide range of replacement water filters and cartridges, housings, tanks, connectors, coolers, chillers, UV systems and accessories, reverse osmosis units, softener systems, and various forms of media amongst many other products.
With experience, the company has built a portfolio of quality and reliable brands, such as Greenway, Pentair, Matrikx, Omnipure, Hydramem, Clover etc. They have partnered with a wide network of experienced dealers, who can access wholesale prices via their company website, with a streamlined ordering process. They also pride themselves on prompt delivery from their North and South Island warehouses. Please check out their website or contact an authorised dealer for more information. taylor-purification.nz
The LXT® System handles most applications, but for high-demand applications that use corded, petrol or air, the XGT System delivers higher-powered solutions. With 40V max and 80V max XGT® Products, pros can fully experience a battery-powered job site.
Makita® Products help you get the job done. With a variety of ratchets, impacts, polishers, saws, lighting and more, Makita® Products offer a wide variety of solutions to outfit your repair & maintenance facility, customising shop, detailing business etc.
As a market leading manufacturer, Makita’s commitment to you doesn’t stop at just selling you their products. They are there to support you along the way, so if you need to have your equipment serviced or repaired, they have service centres and Makita authorised dealers across the country who can help you out. Services centres are located in: Hobsonville, Auckland Islington, Christchurch Avalon, Lower Hutt Every day, on job sites, Makita’s leading technology gives tool users unmatched power, performance, durability and breadth of line, with the XGT/ LXT cordless tool line-up, the innovation in motor and battery technology that is obliterating industry standards—and leaving old thinking behind.
New Silver Business Partner: Taylor Purification
Get to know the Master Plumbers team with our quick Q&As.
NAME: Henry Cassin ROLE: Membership & Engagement Coordinator
What does your day-to-day role entail? I oversee the Branch and Association network of Master Plumbers and the membership QA process. If you have any questions or anything you need changed with your membership, send them my way!
What’s your work background? My first ever job was actually in doorto-door sales. Not exactly a glamorous start but it helped me realise I quite enjoyed talking to people and customer service. I worked through a few different customer service roles and contact centres until I found myself with the Building Officials Institute of New Zealand (BOINZ) as their Membership Relations Coordinator. I oversaw the Branch and Membership network there for a few years before taking my current role with Master Plumbers.
Can you tell us a bit about you? I was born in Palmerston North before heading to Wellington in my very early years, where I’ve been ever since. I like to consider myself a full Wellingtonian now—though I could take or leave the wind. I live right in the centre of Wellington, which means direct access to overpriced coffee at any time of day or night, plus a short walk to work, which is a nice bonus.
What’s your favourite music? In the podcast space I’ve been listening to NADDPOD (Not Another D&D Podcast). Outside of that, I’ve been listening to a lot of copyrightfree instrumental music for a personal YouTube channel I run with a few friends. My age-old favourite album is the Pink Floyd Pulse tour.
What’s your favourite book, TV show or movie? My favourite book ever is Star Wars from a Certain Point of View, which is a really creative retelling of A New Hope from the point of view of characters who were extras or in a scene for a few short seconds. Currently I’m making my way through the Loki TV series, which has been a fantastic and mind-boggling ride.
Where’s your favourite holiday spot? I’ve never travelled very far, but I did spend a week in Paihia with family a few years ago. I got sunburnt within about 45 seconds of arriving and loved every second relaxing and spending time on the beach.
What’s your favourite food? It’s Wellington Burger on a Plate right now, so I can’t take four steps without finding a burger in my lap. But my favourite food ever is my mum’s homemade chicken pie. I don’t know how she makes it so good—witchcraft presumably.
Can you name a person who particularly inspires you? I’m inspired by strong people who do amazing things in times of trial. I think a perfect example is Jacinda Ardern, who has been able to hold a country together through multiple lockdowns, a horrific terror attack and devastating volcano eruption. Huge thumbs up from me!
What do you enjoy doing in your spare time? It’s probably pretty clear by now, but I’m a massive fan of things like Dungeons & Dragons, gaming, movies etc. During Covid especially, it’s been a really great way to connect with my friends or with those who no longer live near me without breaking any lockdown levels.
BEST IN BRAND:
$200 TO JT PLUMBING, DRAINAGE & GAS!
We love the way JT Plumbing, Drainage & Gas have used the Master Plumbers logo on all their vehicles—vans, utes and drainage truck. A $200 Prezzy Card prize on its way to the team now. Send us your entries
Do you have some great Master Plumbers branding in your business? Send us a photo or two by 5 November for your chance to win the next $200 Best in Brand Prezzy Card prize. Email admin@masterplumbers.org.nz
WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED
Working as a plumbing, gasfitter or drainlayer comes with its own set of risks, which can strike at any time. That’s why it’s vital to have the right insurance so you’re financially covered. With local strength and national scale, Crombie Lockwood delivers Master Plumbers Insurance exclusively to members and tailored to your individual needs.
The commercial motor policy covers your business vehicles and can include trailers, diggers and excavators. The material damage policy covers you for loss or damage to your tools, contents and stock. CyberSAFE specialist insurance helps your business manage and recover from a cyber threat or attack.
Umbrella Cover liability package
PLUS, with Master Plumbers Umbrella Cover, Crombie Lockwood has your public liability, statutory liability and professional indemnity needs covered— and you can top up your liability cover to a maximum of $10 million.
Discuss your insurance needs with a Master Plumbers Insurance representative on 0800 866 766; masterplumbers@crombielockwood.co.nz
Take advantage of Master Plumbers Umbrella Cover and you can top up your liability cover to $10 million.
MOBILCARD MEGA DISCOUNT!
During November and December, enjoy a whopping 17c/litre off the pump price for diesel and petrol with your Master Plumbers Mobilcard!*
*T&C apply
WAIKATO RACE NIGHT FUN
More than 140 local members, their partners, staff and Business Partner representatives turned up for the Waikato Master Plumbers Race Night at Cambridge Raceway in July, before the Delta outbreak changed everything. Everyone enjoyed the chance to catch up and have a bit of a laugh with MP funny money betting.
We look forward to our Branches and Associations being able to host events again, as soon as they are able.
Get in touch!
Master Plumbers is here to support all businesses in the plumbing, gasfitting and drainlaying industry. Members are Quality Assured and backed by the Master Plumbers Guarantee. We offer a wide range of business resources, health and safety, HR & technical support, plus training and member discounts— and we advocate for our members as a collective industry voice. Get in touch to discuss our two-year membership deal!
NEW MEMBERS
A very warm welcome to all. Auckland All We Do Beston Plumbing & Gas Fox Plumbing Lotus Construction Co Marbeck Plumbing The Plumb & Gas Co
Bay of Plenty/Coromandel Complete Gas and Plumbing Bop Waikato Hopa Plumbing and Gas Volcanic Plateau Josh Cribb Plumbing Hutt Valley/Wairarapa Gaspec Services Wellington Paramount Plumbing & Gas Trilford Plumbing & Gas Nelson Motueka Plumbing 2018 Canterbury Dynamic Drainage Taylor & Sons Drainage Queenstown & Lakes District Dart Plumbing
