Industry News
New energy leader for Siemens
Dr Bertram Ehmann has joined Siemens Australia to lead the company in delivering sustainable energy solutions. [ + ]
Partnership promotes new solar technology
A partnership between Tokyo Electron (TEL) and Oerlikon Solar, announced at the Solar09 conference of the Australia New Zealand Solar Energy Society (ANZSES), makes a compelling argument for solar power. [ + ]
Wiring Rules amendment now available
An amendment to the current Wiring Rules has just been released, with clarifications, technical modifications and new information for clearer guidelines and improved safety. [ + ]
ODG powers new Canberra Airport terminal
O’Donnell Griffin (ODG) will undertake major electrical works at Canberra Airport as part of a significant upgrade to the airport's electrical system that will incorporate tri-generation technology. [ + ]
NECA ACT Excellence and Apprentice Awards
The NECA Excellence Awards for ACT were presented at the National Convention Centre on 4 September. [ + ]
ODG upgrades Warragamba Dam electricals
O’Donnell Griffin (ODG) has just completed a $23 million upgrade to the electrical system at Sydney's primary water source, Warragamba Dam. [ + ]
NECA Queensland Excellence and Apprentice Awards
The winners of the NECA Queensland Excellence Awards and Apprentice Awards were announced on 18 September. [ + ]
Young Aussie electrician recognised at international ‘trade Olympics'
A young electrician was one of the members of the Australian WorldSkills team that won 10 medals at the 40th International WorldSkills Competition in Canada - the ‘Olympic Games’ of trade skills. [ + ]
NECA SA 2009 Excellence and Apprenticeship Awards
NECA South Australia recently held its annual Excellence Awards, recognising the achievements of a number of electrical contractors and apprentices. [ + ]
Northern Territory 2009 Construction Association awards
A number of NT electrical contractors and apprentices were recognised for their professionalism in the building and construction industry at the recent Territory Construction Association awards. [ + ]
NECA Tasmania 2009 Excellence Awards
NECA Tasmania recently announced the state winners of its 2009 Excellence and Apprentice Awards. [ + ]
NBN works program update
Communications Alliance reports that progress is being made on developing the framework of the NBN infrastructure. [ + ]
Tonnes of greenhouse gases saved under ACT feed-in tariff
The ACT government's Feed-In Tariff Scheme is claimed to have saved 238 tonnes of greenhouse gases in a matter of just a few months of operation. [ + ]
Fluke Networks to acquire AirMagnet
The combination of Fluke Networks and AirMagnet is expected to create a comprehensive portfolio of test and analysis solutions for wired and wireless networks. [ + ]
L&H receives award for cancer support
The Cancer Council has established a Research Award named after the L&H Group electrical wholesale company in recognition of its long-term support. [ + ]
