Contractor forced to pay $80K for breaching workplace laws
16 February, 2026A Canberra electrical contracting business and its director must pay more than $80K following investigation by the Fair Work Ombudsman.
Clean Energy Council to update battery specs
11 February, 2026Businesses that manufacture, buy or install batteries are urged to find out how the transition affects them.
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.
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.
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.
WA regulator issues new guidance for solar installations
14 October, 2025The guidance concerns the compliance of PV arrays when installing battery energy storage systems.
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.
Regulator updates rooftop solar installation guide
16 September, 2025Safe 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.
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.
WA regulator highlights fatal risk of working live
22 July, 2025Building and Energy is targeting electrical contractors and workers in a hard-hitting new campaign.
NECA highlights concerns with EV charging market
08 July, 2025At a recent NSW Parliament inquiry, the National Electrical and Communications Association aired some of its concerns — specifically in relation to the influence of electricity network operators.
Accreditation for Aust lighting businesses
01 July, 2025Lighting Council Australia has launched an accreditation program geared at boosting the credentials of businesses throughout the sector.
