Rumours are swirling that Nokia has sold its HERE map technology to a consortium of car makers that includes BMW, Volkswagen and Daimler for USD 2.7 billion, but there has been no official announcement from the multinational as yet. [ + ]

Join us for a day away from the office to network, play golf and enjoy some fresh air. [ + ]

A new website and mobile app, financialfirstaid.org.au, has been launched to assist small businesses suffering financial stress.

While smart meters improve efficiency and reduce costs, a new study questions whether these gadgets destabilise the grid.

The connected enterprise, Industry 4.0, big data and IoT are on the tip of everyone's tongue, but what is the reality behind the hype, and what impact will they have on the future of industrial communications and networks? Attend ACI Connect to find out. [ + ]

Australian company Ncryptcellular has announced the introduction of a new range of encrypted mobile devices to the domestic market. [ + ]

The ACCC has proposed to authorise the voluntary Solar Retailer Code of Conduct, which helps businesses meet best practice standards for consumer protection. [ + ]

Master Builders Australia (MBA) has taken a swipe at the main trade union for the industry, the CFMEU, over efforts to have Queensland members sign a pattern agreement which they believe imposes massive costs to the industry and community without productivity trade-offs. [ + ]

A new national apprentice program will result in 51,000 apprentice and trainee job opportunities in South Australia over the next three years. [ + ]

Sydney's landmark Reader's Digest building in Surry Hills will receive an energy-efficiency upgrade thanks to an agreement signed by The City of Sydney. [ + ]

A new national apprenticeship program will result in 51,000 apprentice and trainee job opportunities (sign-ups) in South Australia over the next three years. [ + ]

The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) Victoria has announced the winners of the 2015 NECA Apprentice of the Year Awards. [ + ]

A new software application designed to help cut down on data entry is saving valuable time for electrical contractors. [ + ]

Transport Certification Australia (TCA) is a national government body responsible for providing assurance in the use of telematics and related intelligent technologies. TCA's mission is to provide assurance to governments, industry sectors and end users in the use of telematics and related intelligent technologies to enable improved surface transport outcomes in productivity, safety and efficiency to be realised. [ + ]

Cisco, in association with foundation partners Curtin University and Woodside Energy, has established The Cisco Internet of Everything Innovation Centre (CIIC) — an industry and research collaboration centre. [ + ]