Survey exposes lack of support for electrical apprentices
23 August, 2022Australia is facing a major training crisis, with a new survey revealing the soaring cost of living and a failing mentorship system are pushing electrical apprentices to the brink of quitting.
Climate Change Bill gets thumbs up from NECA
17 August, 2022NECA has welcomed the passing of the federal government's Climate Change Bill 2022 in the House of Representatives.
Electrical workers upskilled for bright future
16 August, 2022The Vic Govt is upskilling electrical workers, with the aim of improving community safety and equipping the workforce to be part of the state's growing renewable and new energy sectors.
Boost for Tas electrical sector
09 August, 2022Tasmanian Minister for Skills, Training and Workforce Growth Felix Ellis MP has welcomed the state's newest crop of project managers as state-wide training kicks off in Hobart this month.
Growing EV popularity prompts safety reminder
19 July, 2022With electric vehicles growing in popularity, WorkSafe is reminding employers of their obligations to provide appropriate training and supervision to mechanics working on potentially dangerous EV systems.
New platform for Aust solar installers
21 June, 2022OpenSolar and Global Sustainable Energy Solutions have announced a new partnership that offers Australian solar installers a one-stop shop for running a solar business while securing and maintaining CEC accreditations.
Young women empowered to join electrical industry
14 June, 2022NECA is bridging the gender diversity gap within the electrical industry through a variety of initiatives aimed at educating young women about trades.
Large donation for future electricians
24 May, 2022Schneider Electric has donated products worth over $200K to Australian universities and TAFEs to help support the next generation of electricians.
Free energy program for small businesses
11 May, 2022Small to medium-sized businesses looking to help solve the energy challenges of tomorrow are invited to apply for an upcoming tailored program run by CSIRO.
Victoria provides free solar training
10 May, 2022Electricians and electrical engineers wanting to gain specialist solar industry skills can now do so cost-free, with training fully funded by Solar Victoria.
Apprenticeship wage subsidy ending soon
08 March, 2022The federal government's Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements 50% wage subsidy is set to finish on 31 March 2022.
Qld Govt stresses importance of energy careers
15 February, 2022With a new intake of Ergon apprentices in Rockhampton, the Qld Govt has underlined the importance of energy careers.
Free advice to make the construction industry safer
02 February, 2022WorkSafe Victoria is running a program for employers to help make the construction industry safer.
Free access to compulsory construction course
28 July, 2021With the NSW construction industry halted due to COVID-19, Standards Australia has provided temporary free access to a mandatory construction course.
Electrical licence holders face disciplinary action
27 July, 2021Ten electrical licence holders have had action taken against them during April–May 2021, according to the Electrical Safety Office in Queensland.
