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Worker fined for unlicensed electrical work

22 May, 2025

A Perth man has been fined for completing an entire switchboard relocation without holding any type of electrical licence.


Contractor fined after apprentice receives electric shock

20 May, 2025

No supervising electrical worker was present when a second-year electrical apprentice was installing exit lights at a property in Forrestfield, WA.


AEMC's final rule aims to make grid more resilient

13 May, 2025

The Australian Energy Market Commission has created a final rule explicitly focused on making the electricity grid more resistant to extreme weather.


Business fined for refusing to provide electrical information

09 May, 2025

A WA construction business has been fined $6000 for disregarding an official request to provide information during an electrical compliance investigation.


Risky electrical installation leads to $4K fine

29 April, 2025

A WA electrician has received a $4000 fine after he failed to install an essential safety feature at a house that was under construction.


Energy Networks Australia releases election 'wish list'

22 April, 2025

ENA is advocating for six critical federal policy measures to ensure a reliable, affordable and low-emissions energy future for the nation.


Electrical retailers fined for non-compliant appliances

15 April, 2025

Two Perth retailers have received fines of $5000 each after inspectors found most of the electrical appliances on sale lacked the required safety certification.


Should businesses choose in-house or third-party manufacturing?

08 April, 2025 by Cathy Brand, Chief Executive Officer, Brooks Australia

Companies must evaluate their specific needs, goals and capabilities before committing to a manufacturing model.


Electrician fined $15K for bullying and sexual harassment

25 March, 2025

The Victorian electrical contractor repeatedly engaged in inappropriate sexual behaviour towards a young female apprentice.


$50K fine follows "blatant disregard for public safety"

05 March, 2025

A former electrical contractor has been convicted of 15 offences under WA's electricity licensing regulations.


LCA calls for urgent action on exit signs

04 March, 2025

Lighting Council Australia has launched a major campaign to change the National Construction Code's rules on photoluminescent exit signs.


HYDAC Leads the Way in AS/NZS 61439 Certified Electrical Solutions

28 February, 2025

Compliance with electrical safety standards is not just a requirement — it's a necessity. HYDAC is at the forefront of this movement, with its AS/NZS 61439-certified electrical control panels.


WA updates safety guidelines for electrical workers and apprentices

04 February, 2025

Western Australia's safety regulator, Building and Energy, has updated and amalgamated its safe work guidelines for electrical workers and apprentices.


Harsh penalties for non-compliant smart tech

24 January, 2025

Last year, the European Union introduced a new regulation that will affect all manufacturers supplying connected electronic products to EU countries.


MEA protests terrace housing red tape

05 November, 2024

A recent determination by Energy Queensland Limited will impose an extra measure when connecting electricity to terrace homes in the state.


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