Industry News
NECA defends private RTOs
NECA has defended private RTOs following reports in the media about poor vocational education and training outcomes at some private RTOs. [ + ]
South Australian NECA award winners announced
The winners of the NECA Awards of Excellence and Apprentice Awards have been announced. [ + ]
GBCA urges NT government to prioritise green buildings
The Green Building Council of Australia has urged NT politicians to strengthen their commitment to prioritising efficient building practices in the region. [ + ]
Western NSW solar projects create research and job opportunities
UQ and UNSW will partner with AGL on two large solar photvoltaic projects in western New South Wales. [ + ]
REC wins Frost & Sullivan Award for solar industry
Renewable Energy Corporation (REC) was recently awarded Frost & Sullivan’s 2011 Global Customer Value Enhancement Award in the solar power market. [ + ]
Evans comments on BLSC opening
Chris Evans has commented on yesterday’s opening of the MBA Building Leadership Simulation Centre in Melbourne. [ + ]
Tasmanian Apprentices of the Year announced
Owen O’Driscoll and Christopher Lawes were announced as the winners of the NECA Tasmanian Apprentice of the Year Awards last Saturday. [ + ]
Master Builders simulation centre opens
Master Builders Australia’s $14 million Building Leadership Simulation Centre (BLSC) opens today in Melbourne. [ + ]
Tasmania’s best electricians and projects recognised
Tasmania’s top electrical and communications contractors have been recognised at the annual electrical industry excellence awards hosted by the National Electrical and Communications Association. [ + ]
Changes to NBN Co board announced
Brad Orgill has been appointed to the NBN Co Limited board. Diane Smith-Gander and Siobhan McKenna were both reappointed to the board. [ + ]
Industry unhappy with Fair Work Act review
The Fair Work Act Review Panel’s final report has been released, and the industry doesn’t seem to be happy. The industry associations such as The Housing Industry Association (HIA), the National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA), AMMA and the NSW Business Chamber have issued statements expressing concerns about the report. [ + ]
Eaton appoints ANZ Sales Director
Eaton Corporation has appointed Jeff Hanson as ANZ Sales Director, responsible for leading the company’s electrical market sales organisation and delivering on the company’s strategic goals. [ + ]
Socomec appoints WA service partner
Socomec UPS has appointed WA-based organisation Secure Power Solutions as its West Australian service partner. [ + ]
Industry invited to comment on electrical infrastructure in flood-prone Qld areas
Industry is being invited to comment on a recommendation for legislation that requires that electrical substations in buildings be located at or above the defined flood level in Queensland. [ + ]
City of Sydney funds Australia’s largest building-mounted solar PV program
The City of Sydney has awarded Solgen Energy a $6 million contract to fit solar photovoltaic (PV) panels to more than 30 sites over the next two years. [ + ]
