NECA recognises Victorian electrical apprentices
02 August, 2013The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) has recognised five electrical apprentices, who demonstrated consistent levels of excellence throughout their training, at the annual Apprentice of the Year Awards at Crown Melbourne.
Lighting Council releases MEPS guide for incandescent lamps
01 August, 2013Lighting Council Australia has updated its guide to energy efficiency regulations in Australia affecting incandescent, including halogen, lamps.
Beef business receives solar funding
01 August, 2013 | Supplied by: Clean Energy Finance CorporationA $990,000 solar project by Australia’s largest beef cattle producer is being co-funded by the Clean Energy Finance Corporation and NAB. The AACo project will see 15 PV systems installed at 15 grid-connected sites in Queensland.
Updated home automation standard released
26 July, 2013ZigBee has announced that an update to ZigBee Home Automation has been ratified and is now available for product development. The updated standard adds several features that improve the battery life for security sensors to over seven years, standardise pairing of devices and simplify installation and maintenance for consumers and custom installers alike.
Dump the licensing scheme, MEA says
26 July, 2013 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaThe federal government’s proposed national licensing scheme is “the next insulation disaster” that will cost further lives, Master Electricians Australia claims.
Electrical company PSG to expand in building maintenance market
26 July, 2013Electrical, data and communications services provider Pacific Services Group (PSG) plans to strengthen its operations across Australia after receiving a $10m capital injection from existing investors and reaching agreement with financiers to restructure debt.
Ten tips to improve business efficiency
22 July, 2013 by Jodie Curtis, HLB Mann Judd | Supplied by: HLB Mann JuddIn the current economic climate, it’s more important than ever for businesses to improve efficiency and strengthen growth. Below are some tips from accounting firm HLB Mann Judd to help businesses operate efficiently.
Death prompts further calls for electrical safety in Qld
18 July, 2013 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaFollowing the death of a 25-year-old man from a fatal electric shock last week, Master Electricians Australia has implored the Queensland Government to strengthen the state’s safety switch regime.
Sonepar acquires Australian electrical company
17 July, 2013Electrical equipment distributor Sonepar Asia-Pacific has entered into an agreement to acquire Electrical Wholesale Services (EWS).
MEA and ECA join forces
16 July, 2013 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaMaster Electricians Australia (MEA) and the Electrical Contractors Association (ECA) have joined forces and will operate as a national membership association to be collectively known as Master Electricians Australia.
Company fined after electrician sustains serious injuries
15 July, 2013MRD Future Homes, MRD’s director and J & M Costa Enterprises have been fined a total of $147,000 and ordered to pay WorkCover’s legal costs after a worker fell around 3.4 metres at a residential building worksite in Western Sydney.
Smart Lighting Summit 2013 nearly here
15 July, 2013Australia’s leading event on smart and sustainable lighting strategies is nearly here. The Australian Smart Lighting Summit 2013 will be held on 5 and 6 August at the Melbourne Convention Centre.
Report shows power sector transition well underway
12 July, 2013Electricity Gas Australia 2013, released by the Energy Supply Association of Australia, has revealed planning and investment in new power stations began shifting towards renewable energy from 2007.
NBN Co CEO announces retirement
12 July, 2013 | Supplied by: nbn co ltdNBN Co CEO Mike Quigley has today announced his retirement after four years in the role. Quigley, who came out of retirement to become NBN Co’s founding CEO, will continue to serve as CEO until the Board appoints his successor.
Pre-contractor Program helps sparkies launch small businesses
12 July, 2013 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaMaster Electricians Australia is offering a new mentoring program to help small businesses in the construction industry by providing free mentoring and training in business management for electrical contractors.
