Industry News
IC5 data centre to be built in Canberra
A new data centre, Intellicentre 5 (IC5), has been approved for construction in Canberra. [ + ]
Electrical safety guidance for building construction
A new safety guide for electrical assets on building sites has been published by Building and Energy in WA. [ + ]
Improving Australia's energy efficiency
Australia's untapped energy efficiency potential has been illustrated in a new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA). [ + ]
New licence for electrical business restructure
Business owners should be aware that they may need a new licence after restructuring, according to the Queensland Electrical Safety Office. [ + ]
IoTAA appoints new Chairman
The Internet of Things Alliance Australia (IoTAA) has just announced its new Chairman. [ + ]
Northern Data AG to expand HPC data centre
One of the world's largest providers of high-performance computing (HPC) is expecting to expand its HPC data centre in Texas. [ + ]
Electrical safety budget for home renovations
Those who qualify for the federal government's HomeBuilder stimulus are being urged to put aside 10% of their budget for electrical upgrades and safety. [ + ]
Electric shock incident sees contractor fined $85K
A fine has been issued to a Brisbane construction company after a worker received an electric shock, leading to the amputation of five toes. [ + ]
New electrical safety guide released
A new guide for electrical contractors ensuring a safe system of work has just been released by the Electrical Safety Office in Queensland. [ + ]
Draft electrical installation standards open for comment
Two new electrical installation standards have been opened for public comment by Standards Australia. [ + ]
Energy Network Industry Awards open soon
The program for the annual Energy Network Industry Awards 2020 will open on 1 July 2020. [ + ]
Calls for govt home reno plan to include electrical safety
The federal government's suggested home renovation package should focus on electrical safety measures as well as saving jobs, according to MEA. [ + ]
Inquiry into energy retailer failure to begin
An urgent inquiry request to protect energy consumers from COVID-19 retailer failure has been made. [ + ]
Australia's best tradies recognised with awards
The winners of the inaugural Australian Tradie of the Year Awards 2020 have been announced. [ + ]
Over 50% of electrical businesses see profit decline
A recent survey showing the impact of COVID-19 on electrical contractors has revealed that 59% experienced a decline in their business of more than 30%. [ + ]
