ARBS 2020 has now released the list of finalists for its industry awards, which recognise talent from within the HVAC&R and building services industry. [ + ]

Remaining compliant and not understanding the basics of business are two of the biggest challenges faced by skilled tradespeople. [ + ]

Telecoms operators must radically reconfigure assets to transform their operations, according to the annual telecoms study by Arthur D. Little. [ + ]

A severe shortage of workers is being blamed for current power outages across Sydney, the Central Coast and the Blue Mountains. [ + ]

At least 50% of trade-related businesses employ at least one family member, but only one in 10 would consult their spouse on business decisions. [ + ]

Some of the industry's top names will be presenting at the ARBS 2020 Speaker Series. [ + ]

The Calvary Adelaide Hospital project, carried out by lighting integrator mySmart, has been nominated for the 2020 KNX Awards. [ + ]

A fact sheet about how bushfires affect electricity networks, and how networks can prepare for the impact, has been released by Energy Networks Australia. [ + ]

Tickets are available for the National Awards for Excellence in Lighting 2020 event. [ + ]

An update has just been carried out on AS/NZS 3000:2018, Electrical Installations, also known as the Wiring Rules. [ + ]

Seven electrical licence holders had action taken against them in December 2019, according to the Queensland Electrical Safety Office. [ + ]

A free hotline has been set up by Master Electricians Australia for bushfire victims needing electrical checks or work. [ + ]

New guidance for the design, construction and maintenance of overhead powerlines has just been published. [ + ]

Energy networks will require innovation in order to achieve a sustainable future, according to an Energy Networks Australia report. [ + ]

Queensland has updated its electrical safety codes of practice for the safe handling of electric equipment. [ + ]