Clean Energy Council to update battery specs
11 February, 2026 | Supplied by: Clean Energy CouncilBusinesses that manufacture, buy or install batteries are urged to find out how the transition affects them.
What's driving APAC power and renewables in 2026?
09 February, 2026Data centres and shifting energy policies are set to have a massive impact on the Asia–Pacific power industry this year.
Funding available for battery tech training
04 February, 2026The Australian and Queensland Governments are providing $2.4 million in Applied Research Grants to build Qld's future workforce in critical industries.
Osmose acquires WA's Mainswest
04 February, 2026 | Supplied by: Osmose AustraliaThe acquisition will expand Osmose Australia's capability across underground, electrical and telecommunications services.
Unlicensed worker receives $20K fine
02 February, 2026A Perth man has been sentenced for three matters under WA's electrical licensing regulations.
Arc flash incident prompts investigation
27 January, 2026WorkSafe Queensland is investigating an incident in which a worker received burns as a result of an arc flash while working on high-voltage electrical equipment.
Retailer slapped with 130 charges over sale of electrical goods
21 January, 2026The company allegedly breached the Electricity Safety Act 1998 by offering to supply products that did not comply with mandatory safety requirements.
Fujitsu General Australia announces name change
14 January, 2026Following its acquisition by Paloma Rheem Holdings, the company is now operating as General Australia.
Qld Govt announces electrotechnology training centre
15 December, 2025The Electrotechnology Centre at TAFE Queensland's Alexandra Hills Campus is being set up to train the next generation of electricians and energy specialists.
Calling all HVAC&R professionals
09 December, 2025 | Supplied by: ARBS Exhibitions Pty LtdRegistration has opened for ARBS 2026, a major Australian exhibition for the air conditioning, refrigeration and building services industry.
Can Australia bridge its renewable skills gap?
03 December, 2025 | Supplied by: Powering Skills OrganisationNew research has revealed critical gaps in Australia's Vocational Education and Training (VET) system.
Switchboard error leads to $14K fine
02 December, 2025The case has highlighted the importance of implementing procedures that ensure electrical installing work is safe and compliant.
Clean energy training hits the road in NSW
11 November, 2025A $2.5 million mobile training fleet will deliver hands-on renewable energy training to communities across New South Wales.
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.
