April 1, 2026 in News
When the founders of the Presbyterian Ladies’ College (PLC) welcomed the first cohort of 60 students to their East Melbourne school in 1875, they could never have imagined that 150 years later, the college would host a world-class sports and aquatic centre at its campus home in Burwood.
March 19, 2026 in News
In the traditionally male-dominated building services industry, A.G. Coombs Group is writing a new narrative – one where diversity and inclusion is welcomed and cultivated. The company understands that meaningful change requires bold action, sustained commitment and a willingness to challenge the status quo.
March 13, 2026 in News
Partnering with First Peoples’ Health and Wellbeing, Nairm Marr Djambana and Bunurong Land Council Aboriginal Corporation, the community will gather at Frankston Foreshore on Saturday 21 March 2026 for the Get Your Reconciliation On! Fun Run and Community Event — with support from A.G. Coombs.
March 12, 2026 in News
Data Driven Maintenance will take centre stage at AIRAH’s HVAC26 Conference, with A.G. Coombs’ National Data Driven Maintenance (DDM) and Analytics Leader, Andrew Smith, contributing as a panelist in this key session on Day 2 of the event.
March 11, 2026 in News
NSW’s updated building reforms signal a significant shift for building owners and facility managers, placing new emphasis on the way fire protection systems are maintained, documented and verified.
March 10, 2026 in News
A.G. Coombs is pleased to announce our continued support of the Rialto Run Up, returning on Sunday 22 March to once again challenge climbers to conquer 1,240 steps across 54 floors of Melbourne’s landmark Rialto building — all in support of Giant Steps Melbourne.
March 6, 2026 in News
The A.G. Coombs Group proudly recognises the achievements of women across our organisation and reaffirms our commitment to advancing gender equity across the building services...
March 5, 2026 in News
A.G. Coombs is proud to support The Alliance Industry Breakfast 2026, an Indigenous‑led event bringing industry leaders together to advance cultural safety and meaningful employment...
March 4, 2026 in Advisory Notes
False fire alarms are frustrating, expensive and a waste of resources. They also increase facility management risk by encouraging occupant complacency. The overwhelming majority of false alarms are preventable. The most common causes of false alarms are associated with photoelectric (or point type) smoke detectors.
March 4, 2026 in News
A.G. Coombs will contribute to AIRAH’s HVAC26 Conference in Sydney this March, with John VanCuylenberg and Nicholas Walsh presenting ‘How digital industrialisation is transforming construction and building services’.
