Industry News
Trial to increase powerline safety begins in NSW
Ausgrid has installed lightweight covered conductor in the Sydney suburb of St Ives as part of a trial to increase powerline reliability. [ + ]
WA looks to future with new electricity framework
A new bill aims to update 20-year-old legislation to prepare the electricity sector for rapid changes resulting from the state's energy transition. [ + ]
NSW Govt urged to retain EV rebate
The Motor Traders' Association of NSW has called on the state government to keep the EV rebate in the upcoming Budget. [ + ]
2500 Vic electricians complete CPD
More than 2500 electrical workers have completed new continuing professional development requirements as part of their licence renewal. [ + ]
Powerline training opportunity in SA
SA Power is opening up an accelerated powerline training program for electricians, with applications closing 10 September. [ + ]
Western Power completes largest underground project yet
The project is the third of nine undergrounding projects to be completed under Western Power's Network Renewal Undergrounding Program Pilot. [ + ]
Aust data centre plans major expansion
Macquarie Data Centres will 'supersize' its next data centre to accommodate hyperscalers and AI. [ + ]
WA updates electrical requirements
The new requirements will apply to all new electrical installation designs commenced after 1 February 2024. [ + ]
Electrical trailblazer to advocate for gender equity
Louise Monger, Vice President Digital Buildings at Schneider Electric, has been selected as a member of Chief Executive Women. [ + ]
CSIRO pushes for hydrogen-powered transport
If Australia fails to deploy hydrogen-powered vehicles along with EVs, it risks being left behind its international counterparts, according to a new report. [ + ]
Partnership brings BERNSTEIN switches to Australia
Pacific Automation has announced a new Australian partnership with German manufacturer BERNSTEIN. [ + ]
BLUETTI partners with rugby league star Latrell Mitchell
The energy storage company has collaborated with the Rabbitohs fullback in a new video campaign that sees the athlete returning to Country following a calf injury. [ + ]
AGL introduces night-charging EV plan
The revamped plan follows research from trials conducted with AGL customers in partnership with ARENA over the past three years. [ + ]
Bereaved family has important warning for electrical workers
The family of a young woman who died as a result of a faulty electrical product are sharing their story in the hope that it will serve as a warning to suppliers of electrical goods. [ + ]
Germany launches CACTUS project for future grid stability
The project aims to facilitate Germany's energy transition without jeopardising grid stability and without having to wait for future grid expansion. [ + ]
