Industry News
Retailer slapped with 130 charges over sale of electrical goods
The company allegedly breached the Electricity Safety Act 1998 by offering to supply products that did not comply with mandatory safety requirements. [ + ]
Fujitsu General Australia announces name change
Following its acquisition by Paloma Rheem Holdings, the company is now operating as General Australia. [ + ]
2025 saw record EV sales in Australia
More than 157,000 electric vehicles were sold in the nation last year, accounting for 13% of all new car sales. [ + ]
2025–26 GenCost report released for public consultation
Solar PV and onshore wind still form the basis for Australia's cheapest electricity generation mix — a finding that's consistent with previous reports. [ + ]
Australia's Virescent Ventures backs local grid-protection tech
The funding is part of a $50 million boost that will help Melbourne's IND Technology scale its early fault detection technology globally. [ + ]
Qld Govt announces electrotechnology training centre
The Electrotechnology Centre at TAFE Queensland's Alexandra Hills Campus is being set up to train the next generation of electricians and energy specialists. [ + ]
ARENA invests $21m in three EV charging projects
Funded under the Driving the Nation Program, the projects will focus on developing pathways and infrastructure to support Australia's transition to zero-emission transport. [ + ]
Keeping Australia's power systems stable: AEMO report
The 2025 Transition Plan for System Security explains how the nation can meet its system security needs in the NEM over the next decade. [ + ]
Calling all HVAC&R professionals
Registration has opened for ARBS 2026, a major Australian exhibition for the air conditioning, refrigeration and building services industry. [ + ]
New facility to boost homegrown solar PV manufacturing
A major solar module manufacturing facility is due to be developed in the NSW Hunter Valley, bolstered by up to $151 million in funding from ARENA. [ + ]
Can Australia bridge its renewable skills gap?
New research has revealed critical gaps in Australia's Vocational Education and Training (VET) system. [ + ]
Switchboard error leads to $14K fine
The case has highlighted the importance of implementing procedures that ensure electrical installing work is safe and compliant. [ + ]
Marinus Link completes Tasmanian approvals process
Tasmania's Environment Protection Authority has assessed the two Tasmanian components of Marinus Link, the subsea interconnector between Tasmania and Victoria. [ + ]
SA's Davenport BESS changes hands
AMPYR Australia has formed an agreement with Green Gold Energy to acquire the Davenport battery energy storage system in South Australia. [ + ]
Partnership to streamline smart lighting infrastructure
A collaboration between Australian and US companies is set to expand the rollout of smart lighting for Australian councils and utilities. [ + ]
