The public comment period for the Explosives Regulation in Australia: Discussion Paper and Consultation Regulation Impact Statement is now open and Safework Australia is encouraging interested parties to have their say. [ + ]

Researchers in the US have developed a tool that may help save costly errors when performing the delicate task of forecasting future electricity needs. [ + ]

Find out more about a range of technical issues and the various regulations affecting the lighting industry at a series of one-day workshops to be held this September. [ + ]

Rumours are swirling that Nokia has sold its HERE map technology to a consortium of car makers that includes BMW, Volkswagen and Daimler for USD 2.7 billion, but there has been no official announcement from the multinational as yet. [ + ]

Join us for a day away from the office to network, play golf and enjoy some fresh air. [ + ]

A new website and mobile app, financialfirstaid.org.au, has been launched to assist small businesses suffering financial stress.

While smart meters improve efficiency and reduce costs, a new study questions whether these gadgets destabilise the grid.

Australian company Ncryptcellular has announced the introduction of a new range of encrypted mobile devices to the domestic market. [ + ]

The connected enterprise, Industry 4.0, big data and IoT are on the tip of everyone's tongue, but what is the reality behind the hype, and what impact will they have on the future of industrial communications and networks? Attend ACI Connect to find out. [ + ]

The ACCC has proposed to authorise the voluntary Solar Retailer Code of Conduct, which helps businesses meet best practice standards for consumer protection. [ + ]

Master Builders Australia (MBA) has taken a swipe at the main trade union for the industry, the CFMEU, over efforts to have Queensland members sign a pattern agreement which they believe imposes massive costs to the industry and community without productivity trade-offs. [ + ]

A new national apprentice program will result in 51,000 apprentice and trainee job opportunities in South Australia over the next three years. [ + ]

Sydney's landmark Reader's Digest building in Surry Hills will receive an energy-efficiency upgrade thanks to an agreement signed by The City of Sydney. [ + ]

The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) Victoria has announced the winners of the 2015 NECA Apprentice of the Year Awards. [ + ]

A new national apprenticeship program will result in 51,000 apprentice and trainee job opportunities (sign-ups) in South Australia over the next three years. [ + ]