Industry News
Brisbane to roll out smart parking solution
Database Consultants Australia (DCA) has been selected to deliver a smart parking solution for Brisbane City Council. [ + ]
Electricians urged to become PoE proficient
Electricians who install or service intelligent lighting should familiarise themselves with Power over Ethernet (PoE), according to IDEAL Networks. [ + ]
Copper thieves to be caught on camera
More CCTV cameras have been rolled out by Energex, in an effort to catch those stealing copper from the power network. [ + ]
Eaton expands ANZ leadership team
Two new appointments have been made to the senior leadership team of power management company Eaton. [ + ]
Permit reminder for high-voltage workers
Employers are being reminded to ensure that electrical workers are signed on to an Access or Test permit before high-voltage work commences. [ + ]
ARBS 2020 showcases smart tech
A key event for the HVAC&R industry, IBTech@ARBS will this year exhibit the latest intelligent building technologies. [ + ]
National Electricity Rules: Version 131 published
Version 131 of the National Electricity Rules has been published by the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMO). [ + ]
Bushfires threaten NSW power grid
The bushfires raging across NSW have placed huge stress on the state's powerlines and energy transmission. [ + ]
Qld restricted electrical work licences updated
Restricted electrical work licences (RELs) in Queensland have just undergone an update. [ + ]
NCC illuminated by lighting industry guide
A guide to the energy efficiency rules in the 2019 edition of the National Construction Code (NCC) has been released. [ + ]
New National President for Engineers Australia
Chris Champion has been elected as National President and Board Chair of Engineers Australia 2020. [ + ]
AEMO releases draft 2020 Integrated System Plan
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has released the draft 2020 Integrated System Plan (ISP), which charts development of the electricity grid. [ + ]
New electrical safety guidance for rental properties
The Electrical Safety Office in Queensland has released a new guidance for tenants and property owners regarding electrical safety in rental properties. [ + ]
Undersea electricity link boosts renewable energy
A new interconnector linking Tasmania and Victoria via an undersea electricity connection could be operational by 2027, according to ARENA. [ + ]
Victoria updates energy saving targets
The Victorian Government has set ambitious new energy savings and cost reduction targets for the Victorian Energy Upgrades program from 2021–2025. [ + ]
