A recent CSIRO report indicates that the demand for more energy-efficient electrical services in existing commercial buildings is on the rise.

Hills Industries has expanded its Electronic Security and Entertainment division by acquiring 51% of UHS Systems.

Erik Scholz is retiring early from his position as Executive General Manager of Clipsal Australia, with his position being filled by Damien Cummins.

A meeting of international standards bodies has put out a call to all electrical industry stakeholders to cooperate for the developmnent of international energy efficiency standards.

The recent electrocution of an electrician in NSW has prompted WorkCover NSW to issue a safety notice to remind electrical tradespeople of the dangers of working on live circuits.

Switchgear that handles over a million volts has recently been developed to handle challenging power reticulation in China.

Philips has recently acquired the New Zealand-based lighting company Selecon to expand its activity in the professional theatrical and architectural lighting markets.

NECA has announced its 2009 suite of industry awards, which include the Excellence Awards, Apprentice Awards, Post-apprenticeship Awards and Electrotechnology School Student Awards.

The ACT government has recently taken further steps to promote the consumption of green energy.

Philips has acquired Dynalite to further strengthen its position in the global switch to energy-efficient lighting solutions.

A Queensland switchboard manufacturer has been awarded a large contract for electrical works as part of a coal mine expansion.

HPM Legrand has set up a new national distribution centre as a centralised location from which to distribute products across Australia.

Standards Australia has released a new edition of 'AS 1049 Telecommunications cables — installation, sheath and jacket' to provide the communications cabling industry with up-to-date information on the material requirements and testing methods.

A Western Australian electrical contractor was fined $10,000 for failing to protect a worker who was drilling in close proximity to high-voltage power lines.

The ACT governent has announced it is making progress to developing a solar power facility in the near future.