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A fortnightly show presented by members of the PTEU (Plumbing and Pipe Trades Employess Union) looking at the issues affecting workers in the plumbing and pipe trades.  They take an irreverent approach to the current day issues, including, Health and Safety, workplace unionism, work-site conditions and the politics of employment.  The show is broadcast every second Thursday morning at 6:30 am, alternating with the MUA (Maritime Union of Australia) program.  The PTEU are proud affilitates of 3CR Community Radio.

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Members of PTEU

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www.3cr.org.au

Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

Fire Up Plumbers Show 08.07.2026

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU). $10,395 raised for RADIOTHON by the Plumbers - good on you guys!!!! Those you promised and haven't paid this is your moment. News from the industry including new delegates, data centres, Tullamarine Airport, Amazon Robotics Centre, jobs in Richmond, Dandegong and plenty more.

Plumbers Fire Up Show 24.06.2026

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU). RADIOTHON SHOW!!!!! Make sure you pay your pledges to keep the show going and keep #3cr going for another 50 years. All invited to the Collingwood Town Hall on July 4th from 11am for the Birthday Party. Data Centre builds and other industry news. 

Plumbers Fire Up Show 10.06.2026

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU). Industry news including Melton Hospital with news about lack of steel fitters and apartment job with Hickory Palladian. Big meeting June 18th, 4.30pm Brunswick PICAC speaker Terry Smart. Shout outs to older members. Radiothon call out for next week to keep 3cr running for another 50 years. Hour long show 6am - 7am 25th June Phone Numbers on the day 941...

Plumbers Fire Up Show 27.05.2026

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU). Introducing the new organiser with the departure of Pickles - Nathan. Industry news including the massive build of new apartments in Docklands, redevelopment of Marvel Stadium, data centres and hospital upgrades. Congratulations to Brendan Maloney "the Fosse" for reaching retirement. Marking the death of Neale Daniher. Don't forget the BIG Radiothon ho...

Plumbers Fire Up Show 13.05.2026

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU).- Radiothon June 11th- Pickles is leaving! New Organiser to be announced.- Check your Super warning- A few new refurb projects on the way- Datacentres- BIG meeting 4 days (11 hour days) on 4 days off to be discussed. - Lendlease 'social housing job' Carltonfirst of 44 that are coming. - Jam Factory job

Plumbers Fire Up Show 29.04.2026

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU).- Sprinkler fitter agreements on the way - fielding ideas for next eba so speak to your reps and organisers- slow-down because of increasing prices because of the US war- Kane's Melb Uni job report- Watpac data centre report- Royal Melbourne Hospital ICON project,- Nextgen report Paladin Hickey job at Queens Parade,- Jam Factory second stage started in...

Plumbers Fire Up Show 15.04.2026

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU). Austin Hospital blue on-going and  pre-fab shop negotiations news. Igloo student accommodation build in Williams St, City report.  Karingal Hospital report. Labor Party reshuffle mention. A follow up about boxing matches that are coming up check the socials. Nextgen coming up on 24th April at Trades Hall in Geelong. 

Plumbers Fire Up Sow 01.04.2026

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PTTEU). Easter Break 10 days won by your Union. Industry news including Royal Melbourne Hospital, Moonee Valley, Social Housing, Data Centre in Craigieburn, Warringal Hospital, off-site bargaining report. General meeting need members to turn up next time as they lead into next eba negotiations. Sprinkler Fitting Pre-Fab Yard Agreement in negotiations. Support...

Plumbers Fire Up Show 18.03.2026

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU). Industry news, new delegates, take care leading up to Easter. The Cummo Cup is on this week end.

Plumbers Fire Up Show 04.03.2026

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU). While Rusty and Wozza are away in Wodonga the boys are joined by boxing future superstars Dom and Kye. The Union proudly supports them in their boxing careers. Plenty of industry news with the employment landscape looking promising. 

Plumbers Fire Up Show 18.02.2026

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers Union (PTTEU). A general look at work landscape at the moment. Lots of work going so call in if looking. Outreach trips to Wodonga and East Gippsland upcoming. Austin Hospital update. NextGen meeting was a full-house. 

Plumbers Fire Up Show 04.02.2026

First Fire Up Plumbers (PPTEU) edition for 2026 - alternating fortnightly with MUA comrades 6.30am Thursday mornings on 3CR.Big'n'small jobs for members on the rise, with the who-what-what-when-where of key jobs - hospitals, data centres, and more. Outlook for the year and industry. Upcoming events: Next Gen meeting (Tue 17 Feb): PICAC Brunswick 4.30pmProtected Action (Mon 9 Feb): Austin Hospital...

Plumbers Fire Up Show 10.12.2025

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU). Last show for the year. Nasser, a life member and recently retired, joins the team to tell a few stories and join in the Christmas cheer.

Fire Up Plumbers Show 26.11.2025

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PTTEU). - Retired members day - National Conference report - Industry news - Incolink dividend- Picnic Day- NextGen Breakup Christmas is coming! 

Fire Up Plumbers Show 12.11.2025

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU). - Picnic Day is coming up, reminder about safety first as Christmas is coming. - Site news with especial thanks to the members who shouted out for Union support. - Incolink information. - Art Centre job.- Women's Field Officer Jackie Sims-Coutts will be going to sites to support female workers.- The passing of giant of the Plumbing world Scott Dowsett....

Plumbers Fire Up 29.10.2025

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU). Industry news including safety on sites during the gale winds last week and a recent trench collapse in the Western suburbs. Recent trip to members in the country including Ballarat, Castlemaine, and Bendigo. Report on GLM2 project in Prahan. Leading into a five day break leading up to the Melbourne Cup. 

Fire Up Plumbers Show 15.10.2025

Events and dates for your calendars - NextGen Melbourne pub event on the 5th December and reportbacks from Rusty on Gext Gen Geelong event, and from Pickles on the protect mental health event, plus some new mental health resources for reps & members. Job and Industry updates for Plumbing and Pipe trades, and more.

Fire Up Plumbers Show 01.10.2025

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU).Data Centre build in Tullamarine; housing job in Maribyrnong and Bendigo; travel report around the State including Wodonga Hospital and the Army Barracks being built; visability studies including Wonthaggi Hospital and other regional sites; report about Richmond builds; Blue Hats Conference on 12th Sept. A report about the new Training Centre down in th...

Plumbers Fire Up Show 17.09.2025

Forthnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU). Rusty is back! He reports on his US journey, industry reports from the Northern suburbs especially the warehouses that are mushrooming, level-crossings, and other sites. The push for drug and alcohol training for apprenctices. Events and dates for your calendars. 

Fire Up Show 03.09.2025

Forthnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU)Industrial news across the city. Amazon Robotic Centre at Donnybrook update. NextGen dates. Morwell Training Centre opening, a joint venture by the Plumbers and the CFMEU. They are looking for trade teachers contact the Union if interested. Footy Grand Final weekend coming.

Plumbers Fire Up Show 20.08.2025

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU).Footy talk followed by industry news.

Plumber Fire Up Show 06.08.2025

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU).Industry news including Highpoint redevelopment announcement 2027 start; Footscray job, Melton hospital, Point Cook Community Hospital starting up, Laverton Data Centre, North East Link, inland rail whispers. Morwell, Ballarat, Bendigo and Shepparton updates. Going around with Zach Smith from CFMEU to talk about BIG and about registration with Fair Trad...

Plumbers Fire Up Show 23.07.2025

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU). Joint delegates meeting on today hosted by ETU & the Plumbers. Industry reports:- North West report - data centres, airport build, Moonee Valley stadium pull down for an apartment building.- NextGen report - lot of new faces going well.- Capitol job in Preston build to rent job.- Benefits of being a delegate.- Richmond and Cremone- Loy Yang visit- Plum...

Plumbers Fire Up Show 09.07.2025

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU).Women in Constructions presentation at Narre Warren Training Centre with Pollies taking pictures of themselves but the real business is increase in trade skills for female workers, Amazon robotic centre, compliance hunt naming, Sprinkler fitters need a hurry up on ADA training requirements, refrigeration members update, toolbox meetings, Dandenong, Boro...

Plumbers Fire Up Show 25.06.2025

Fortnightly update from the Plumbers (PPTEU). Radiothon report, new delegates, NextGen, industry news including health centre in Dandenong, insurance coverage information, apprenctice info re: drug and alcohol training. 

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