Industry News
Update to the Wiring Rules
An update has just been carried out on AS/NZS 3000:2018, Electrical Installations, also known as the Wiring Rules. [ + ]
Electrical workers fined for safety breaches
Seven electrical licence holders had action taken against them in December 2019, according to the Queensland Electrical Safety Office. [ + ]
Bushfire victims warned of electrical scammers
A free hotline has been set up by Master Electricians Australia for bushfire victims needing electrical checks or work. [ + ]
Overhead powerlines standard released
New guidance for the design, construction and maintenance of overhead powerlines has just been published. [ + ]
Network innovation for a sustainable future
Energy networks will require innovation in order to achieve a sustainable future, according to an Energy Networks Australia report. [ + ]
Regulator approves SA–NSW interconnector
A new interconnector between South Australia and New South Wales has been approved by the Australian Energy Regulator (AER). [ + ]
Updated electrical safety codes of practice 2020
Queensland has updated its electrical safety codes of practice for the safe handling of electric equipment. [ + ]
Smart energy on show in 2020
The Smart Energy Council's Smart Energy Conference and Exhibition will be celebrating its 58th anniversary in 2020. [ + ]
How safe is your business?
The Electrical Safety Office in Queensland recommends that employers take advantage of the new year to conduct a quick safety check of their businesses. [ + ]
Brisbane to roll out smart parking solution
Database Consultants Australia (DCA) has been selected to deliver a smart parking solution for Brisbane City Council. [ + ]
Electricians urged to become PoE proficient
Electricians who install or service intelligent lighting should familiarise themselves with Power over Ethernet (PoE), according to IDEAL Networks. [ + ]
Eaton expands ANZ leadership team
Two new appointments have been made to the senior leadership team of power management company Eaton. [ + ]
Copper thieves to be caught on camera
More CCTV cameras have been rolled out by Energex, in an effort to catch those stealing copper from the power network. [ + ]
Permit reminder for high-voltage workers
Employers are being reminded to ensure that electrical workers are signed on to an Access or Test permit before high-voltage work commences. [ + ]
National Electricity Rules: Version 131 published
Version 131 of the National Electricity Rules has been published by the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMO). [ + ]
