Industry News
Power worker shortage leads to lengthy blackouts
A severe shortage of workers is being blamed for current power outages across Sydney, the Central Coast and the Blue Mountains. [ + ]
Electrical businesses favour family, study finds
At least 50% of trade-related businesses employ at least one family member, but only one in 10 would consult their spouse on business decisions. [ + ]
ARBS 2020 Speaker Series revealed
Some of the industry's top names will be presenting at the ARBS 2020 Speaker Series. [ + ]
Smart hospital project nominated for lighting award
The Calvary Adelaide Hospital project, carried out by lighting integrator mySmart, has been nominated for the 2020 KNX Awards. [ + ]
Managing electricity networks during bushfires
A fact sheet about how bushfires affect electricity networks, and how networks can prepare for the impact, has been released by Energy Networks Australia. [ + ]
Update to the Wiring Rules
An update has just been carried out on AS/NZS 3000:2018, Electrical Installations, also known as the Wiring Rules. [ + ]
Electrical workers fined for safety breaches
Seven electrical licence holders had action taken against them in December 2019, according to the Queensland Electrical Safety Office. [ + ]
Register now for lighting industry awards
Tickets are available for the National Awards for Excellence in Lighting 2020 event. [ + ]
Overhead powerlines standard released
New guidance for the design, construction and maintenance of overhead powerlines has just been published. [ + ]
Bushfire victims warned of electrical scammers
A free hotline has been set up by Master Electricians Australia for bushfire victims needing electrical checks or work. [ + ]
Network innovation for a sustainable future
Energy networks will require innovation in order to achieve a sustainable future, according to an Energy Networks Australia report. [ + ]
Updated electrical safety codes of practice 2020
Queensland has updated its electrical safety codes of practice for the safe handling of electric equipment. [ + ]
Regulator approves SA–NSW interconnector
A new interconnector between South Australia and New South Wales has been approved by the Australian Energy Regulator (AER). [ + ]
Smart energy on show in 2020
The Smart Energy Council's Smart Energy Conference and Exhibition will be celebrating its 58th anniversary in 2020. [ + ]
How safe is your business?
The Electrical Safety Office in Queensland recommends that employers take advantage of the new year to conduct a quick safety check of their businesses. [ + ]
