Master Painters & Decorators Australia

20/10/2026

Thank you to Noroo Paint & Coatings for sponsoring Master Painter & Decorator of the Year (Small to Medium Business) at the MP&DA Awards for Excellence. Small and medium businesses are the backbone of our industry, and this award celebrates the one that stood out above the rest.

19/10/2026

Thank you to Monarch for sponsoring Master Painter & Decorator of the Year (Large Business) at the MP&DA Awards for Excellence. This is one of the night's most prestigious honours, recognising a business that sets the standard for quality, professionalism and leadership in our industry. We're thrilled to have Monarch on board.

18/10/2026

Thank you to Intergrain Trade & Industrial for sponsoring the Woodcare (Open Value) category at the MP&DA Awards for Excellence. Timber finishing is all about patience, preparation and bringing out the natural beauty of the grain. We're grateful to Intergrain for recognising the members who do it brilliantly.

14/10/2026

Thank you to Dulux Acratex for sponsoring the Textured Coatings Roll/Spray Application (Open Value) category at the MP&DA Awards for Excellence. Textured coatings combine protection and style, and getting a consistent, flawless result takes real expertise. We appreciate Dulux Acratex championing the members who've mastered it.

13/10/2026

Thanks also to Dulux Trade for sponsoring the New Construction (Housing/Additions) categories at the MP&DA Awards for Excellence. Every new home and extension deserves a finish that lasts, and this category celebrates the members delivering exactly that. Thank you, Dulux, for your continued support of our industry.

11/10/2026

Thank you to Dulux Trade for sponsoring the New Construction (Commercial) categories at the MP&DA Awards for Excellence. From first coat to final handover, commercial new builds call for precision on a big scale. We're proud to have Dulux recognising the members leaving their mark on WA's built environment.

11/10/2026

Interested in a career in painting and decorating? Women in Construction scholarships are now open for the Certificate II Painting and Decorating Pre-apprenticeship.

Take the first step towards a rewarding career in our industry.

Find out more via the original post below.

📢Applications for the Construction Training Fund (CTF) Women in Construction Scholarship Program are now open!

Thinking about starting or returning to a career in construction? This is your chance to step into a growing industry with the support you need to succeed.

In partnership with Construction Training Fund, we’re offering scholarships designed to support women into trade and technical support roles.

Each scholarship covers training costs and related expenses with classes starting in Semester 1, 2027 at our Thornlie and Armadale campuses.

16 scholarships are available for each of these qualifications:

🎨 52893WA Certificate II in Building and Construction (Pathway – Trades) (Painting and Decorating Pre-apprenticeship)
👷‍♀️ 52922WA Certificate II in Building and Construction Technical Support
⚡ UEE22025 Certificate II in Electrotechnology (Career Start)

Applications close 4 December 2026. For more info and to apply, visit 👉 https://bit.ly/3IEeYuV

08/10/2026

ONE WEEK LEFT to grab your tickets!

The Master Painters & Decorators Association 2026 Awards for Excellence is just around the corner, and ticket sales close Friday, October 16.

Join painters and decorators, apprentices, sponsors and industry friends for the night of the year as we celebrate the outstanding craftsmanship of WA's painting and decorating industry, including the announcement of our Master Painter & Decorator of the Year and Apprentice of the Year.

Date: Saturday October 24, 2026

Venue: Duxton Hotel Perth

Book now: https://www.trybooking.com/au/event/1603699

Don't miss your chance to be in the room when the industry's best are recognised. Grab a seat for yourself or bring the whole crew and book a table of 10!

Step into the shadows of a 1920s speakeasy for the MP&DA Awards for Excellence — a night of sharp suits, vintage glamour, and industry prestige....

07/10/2026

Thank you to Murphys Spray & Blast Equipment for sponsoring the Industrial/Protective Coatings (Open Value) category at the MP&DA Awards for Excellence. Protective coatings work is tough, technical and critical to keeping assets performing in harsh conditions. We appreciate Murphys backing the professionals who get it right.

06/10/2026

Thanks again to Noroo Paint & Coatings, this time for sponsoring the Housing Repaints categories at the MP&DA Awards for Excellence. A great repaint transforms a home and the way its owners feel about it. Thank you, Noroo, for helping us celebrate the members delivering that quality for WA homeowners.