Electrician fined $42K following switchboard relocation
28 October, 2025A household in Floreat, Perth, was left exposed to the risk of electric shock for over a year.
Upskilling for the energy transition
27 October, 2025In this interview, Anthea Middleton, CEO of Powering Skills Organisation, discusses the pathways and opportunities available to workers at retiring coal-fired power plants.
One in eight electrical apprentices exposed to shocks
23 October, 2025 | Supplied by: Electrical Trades Union (ETU)An Electrical Trades Union survey has revealed that apprentice electricians are suffering electric shocks at work, with delayed classroom training a significant risk factor.
Ampcontrol announces new CEO
16 October, 2025 | Supplied by: Ampcontrol Pty LtdAmpcontrol has appointed Gareth O'Reilly as its new Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director.
WA regulator issues new guidance for solar installations
14 October, 2025The guidance concerns the compliance of PV arrays when installing battery energy storage systems.
Honeywell and LS ELECTRIC form global partnership
13 October, 2025 | Supplied by: Honeywell Building AutomationThe companies will develop solutions that simplify power management and distribution for data centres and other building operators worldwide.
AEMO requests metering compliance rule change
07 October, 2025A key problem with the current rule is that Metering Coordinators often cannot secure the customer cooperation or site shutdowns required to complete their inspections.
Emissions reduction target welcomed by electrification advocates
19 September, 2025Electrical advocacy organisations have responded positively to the Albanese government's 2035 emissions reduction announcement.
Siemens appoints data centre expert for ANZ
17 September, 2025 | Supplied by: Siemens LtdKirk Wetherell will be leading the company's growing data centre vertical business in Australia and New Zealand.
Regulator updates rooftop solar installation guide
16 September, 2025 | Supplied by: Safe Work AustraliaSafe Work Australia has updated its 'Guide to managing the risks of rooftop solar installation work' to reflect the increasing popularity of battery energy storage systems.
Fujitsu General becomes part of Paloma Rheem HD Group
03 September, 2025 | Supplied by: Fujitsu General Australia Pty LtdFujitsu General will focus on advancing its core technologies, including heat pump and inverter technologies, as well as components like compressors and motors.
National electrical licensing scheme: feedback invited
02 September, 2025The government has opened up a Treasury consultation to help design a national licensing scheme for electrical occupations.
UGL secures extension to manage critical Qld power assets
27 August, 2025 | Supplied by: UGL LimitedUGL will continue to maintain critical power generation assets for Queensland Government-owned energy provider Stanwell.
EV incentives must be retained: Electric Vehicle Council
20 August, 2025Following a record-breaking quarter for EV sales, the Electric Vehicle Council says incentives are still needed to sustain uptake and drive down emissions.
AusNet launches distribution traineeships
19 August, 2025 | Supplied by: AusNetAfter completing the program, participants will be fully qualified and ready to apply for a permanent role within their chosen stream.
