VASA

VASA VASA represents automotive air conditioning, electrical and cooling technicians in Australia and New Zealand.

VASA is the only network in the region representing professional workshops and technicians in the vehicle aftermarket. It was formed in 1993 to give the industry a voice in legislative debate on codes of practice, licensing regimes and to improve training standards. VASA is now regarded as a significant force and takes an active role in many national issues at the highest level of government and trade training.

More than four decades in refrigeration and air conditioning education. Refrigeration mechanic, TAFE head teacher, senio...
01/06/2026

More than four decades in refrigeration and air conditioning education. Refrigeration mechanic, TAFE head teacher, senior curriculum manager, and now Technical and Training Manager at the Australian Refrigeration Council. ARBS Hall of Fame 2022. WorldSkills International Refrigeration Skill Competition Manager. Noel Munkman joins Kylie Farrelley and Greg Picker for Sunday's expert panel on refrigerant stewardship and PFAS at Wire & Gas 2026. The Westin Brisbane | 31 July - 2 August 2026. Register now: wireandgas.com

Governments are moving quickly on right to repair, emissions policy, skills and licensing, and a tightening refrigerant ...
31/05/2026

Governments are moving quickly on right to repair, emissions policy, skills and licensing, and a tightening refrigerant regulatory environment. Fragmentation in the industry's response is a strategic weakness. At Wire & Gas 2026, AAAA Director of Government Relations and Advocacy Lesley Yates will outline what's coming from government and make the case that industry cohesion is essential to protecting the competitiveness of the independent aftermarket. The Westin Brisbane | 31 July - 2 August 2026. Register now: wireandgas.com

As General Manager of Refrigerant Reclaim Australia and a member of the UNEP Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heat Pu...
30/05/2026

As General Manager of Refrigerant Reclaim Australia and a member of the UNEP Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heat Pumps Technical Options Committee, Kylie Farrelley is one of the most authoritative voices on refrigerant policy in the region. Kylie joins expert panel sessions on both Friday and Sunday at Wire & Gas 2026, covering the launch of the updated Australian Automotive Air Conditioning Code of Practice and the growing importance of refrigerant stewardship in addressing PFAS. The Westin Brisbane | 31 July - 2 August 2026. Register now: wireandgas.com

Electrified vehicle sales in Australia have moved well beyond early adoption, but much of the conversation is still filt...
29/05/2026

Electrified vehicle sales in Australia have moved well beyond early adoption, but much of the conversation is still filtered through manufacturer or government lenses. At Wire & Gas 2026, TaT Co-founder Jeff Smit will deliver a grounded, aftermarket-focused state-of-play covering BEVs, full hybrids, PHEVs, and mild hybrids, how these architectures differ in real-world servicing, and what the rapid growth of hybrid demand means for independent workshops. The Westin Brisbane | 31 July - 2 August 2026. Register now: wireandgas.com

Greg Picker brings almost three decades of experience in climate change and energy policy, including with the UN Framewo...
28/05/2026

Greg Picker brings almost three decades of experience in climate change and energy policy, including with the UN Framework on Climate Change, the Australian Government and AECOM. As Chair of the Australian Refrigeration Council and Executive Director of Refrigerants Australia, Greg joins expert panel sessions on both Friday and Sunday at Wire & Gas 2026, covering the updated Code of Practice launch and refrigerant stewardship in the context of PFAS. The Westin Brisbane | 31 July - 2 August 2026. Register now: wireandgas.com

Technician productivity is one of the most powerful drivers of workshop profitability, yet many shops lack the structure...
28/05/2026

Technician productivity is one of the most powerful drivers of workshop profitability, yet many shops lack the structured systems needed to deliver consistent results. At Wire & Gas 2026, TaT Co-founder Geoff Mutton will break down the practical techniques used by high-performing workshops and show how they can be applied in any operation, regardless of size or location. The Westin Brisbane | 31 July - 2 August 2026. Register now: wireandgas.com

As Euro 6 standards become mandatory, AdBlue and SCR technology are now standard across all new diesel vehicles. Yet mis...
26/05/2026

As Euro 6 standards become mandatory, AdBlue and SCR technology are now standard across all new diesel vehicles. Yet mistakes are still commonly made when diagnosing AdBlue, EGR, DEF, DPF, NOx and SCR-related fault codes. Diesel Help Australia founder Clinton Brett will explain how the AdBlue system operates and share the key diagnostic strategies he uses to pinpoint issues. The Westin Brisbane | 31 July - 2 August 2026. Register now: wireandgas.com

Modern automotive HVAC has more in common with common rail diesel than the compressor-and-evaporator systems many techni...
25/05/2026

Modern automotive HVAC has more in common with common rail diesel than the compressor-and-evaporator systems many technicians trained on. Add R1234yf and electrified vehicle platforms to the mix, and the diagnostic challenge has shifted significantly. CoolDrive Technical Trainer and TAFE NSW educator Clint Flower will provide the underpinning knowledge you need to diagnose modern HVAC systems and maintain ARCTick compliance in your workshop. The Westin Brisbane | 31 July - 2 August 2026. Register now: wireandgas.com

Electrified vehicles are now routine in Australian workshops, but misidentifying the architecture, chasing high-voltage ...
25/05/2026

Electrified vehicles are now routine in Australian workshops, but misidentifying the architecture, chasing high-voltage faults before proving low-voltage fundamentals, and clearing data before capturing evidence are still costing technicians time and money. At Wire & Gas 2026, TaT Technical Director Brendan Sorensen will deliver a practical triage framework for quickly recognising 48V, HEV, PHEV and BEV architectures and choosing the right next diagnostic step. The Westin Brisbane | 31 July - 2 August 2026. Register now: wireandgas.com

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