Huge job growth for sparkies in Australia
23 November, 2018Electricians are in high demand across Australia, with roles increasing by up to 66% over the past year.
Electrical services industry to experience long-term growth
22 October, 2018 by Nichola MurphyAfter a challenging past five years, the electrical services industry is expected to experience market growth in the coming years, according to a report from IBISWorld.
Victoria's renewable energy employment boom
04 October, 2018A report found Victoria leads in large-scale renewable energy construction jobs, and the Victorian Government rebate will see an increase in rooftop solar installation jobs.
US funding for Brisbane-based EV charging company
12 September, 2018Brisbane-based Tritium is receiving $400,000 in funding from the EPRI in the US for developing an extreme fast charging system that can connect to the grid.
5 tips to earn repeat business as a contractor
10 September, 2018 by Chris StrodeContractors find themselves constantly investing time and money in finding new customers.
Smart meter JV to receive $35m CEFC funding
04 July, 2018intelliHUB, a joint venture that is acquiring Acumen, Origin Energy's $267 million smart meter business unit, has received $35 million of debt finance.
NECA welcomes apprenticeship boost and payroll tax relief
20 June, 2018NECA has welcomed the increased funding for VET and a reduction in the burden of payroll tax on businesses, both measures announced in the NSW Budget 2018/19.
Funding initiative for grid stability and security services
28 May, 2018ARENA has announced a $7 million funding initiative for renewable energy to deliver system security services.
Security of Payment recommendations good news for contractors
23 May, 2018The report on the Review of Security of Payment Laws is good news for electrical contractors who are often the last in a long chain to receive payment, said NECA.
New regulatory approach for LED lighting
18 May, 2018 by Mansi GandhiThe COAG Energy Council has agreed to further improve lighting energy efficiency regulation by introducing minimum standards for LED light bulbs in line with EU standards.
Budget 2018: opportunities for electrical contractors
09 May, 2018Although there are no big ticket items for the electrotechnology sector in the Budget, the ongoing investment in infrastructure, company tax cuts and the extension of small business concessions will benefit electrical contractors.
Infrastructure, energy security key in Budget 2018
09 May, 2018The 2018 Federal Budget tackles head on the connectivity challenges posed by a growing population with substantial infrastructure investments in new and existing projects around the country.
Commercial construction outlook strongest in years
09 April, 2018The value of non-residential building approvals jumped by 14.8% in February, adding to growth of 18% over the previous 12 months.
Report calls for asset write-downs to cut power bills
26 March, 2018State governments have spent up to $20 billion more than was needed on the electricity grid, according to a new Grattan Institute report.
Top influencers in the IoT for lighting market
02 March, 2018Navigant Research has named Philips Lighting, Acuity Brands, Eaton and OSRAM as top influencers in the IoT for lighting market.
