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Unauthorised plumbing work

Unauthorised plumbing work

A Coromandel man was fined $1,800 in the Thames District Court after a building inspection at a home in Thames revealed that he was unauthorised to carry out certain plumbing work. The questionable work included extending the water supply pipework to a bath, shower,...

“Merit of Excellence Awards”

“Merit of Excellence Awards”

The Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board has announced the winners of its annual Merit of Excellence Awards. Each year, the Board formally recognises the outstanding achievements of an individual from each of the trades, who scores the highest results during the...

Fine for illegal gasfitting

Fine for illegal gasfitting

The Plumbers Gasfitters and Drainlayers Board has reported that an Auckland man has been convicted and fined $25,000 for illegal gasfitting. Wayne Johnson, a welder by trade, was found to have illegally installed gas pipes and appliances and was convicted and fined...

Gun-toting plumbers

Gun-toting plumbers

There is a social media story claiming that Auckland residents are at risk of being robbed by gun-toting plumbers. Police say the story is full of holes and is a leaky, entirely made-up hoax. Circulated online and by text, the message warns people to be on the lookout...

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