Victoria provides free solar training
10 May, 2022Electricians and electrical engineers wanting to gain specialist solar industry skills can now do so cost-free, with training fully funded by Solar Victoria.
Apprenticeship wage subsidy ending soon
08 March, 2022The federal government's Boosting Apprenticeship Commencements 50% wage subsidy is set to finish on 31 March 2022.
Qld Govt stresses importance of energy careers
15 February, 2022With a new intake of Ergon apprentices in Rockhampton, the Qld Govt has underlined the importance of energy careers.
Free advice to make the construction industry safer
02 February, 2022WorkSafe Victoria is running a program for employers to help make the construction industry safer.
Free access to compulsory construction course
28 July, 2021With the NSW construction industry halted due to COVID-19, Standards Australia has provided temporary free access to a mandatory construction course.
Electrical licence holders face disciplinary action
27 July, 2021Ten electrical licence holders have had action taken against them during April–May 2021, according to the Electrical Safety Office in Queensland.
Company fined $10K for unsupervised apprentice
25 June, 2021The employer of a first-year electrical apprentice has been convicted and fined $10,000 for failing to provide supervision.
Funding boost to tackle skills challenges in SA
15 June, 2021South Australian tradespeople will have greater access to affordable courses to improve their skills under a $430,000 funding boost.
Getting across AS/NZS 5139
29 April, 2021For contractors and engineers looking to decipher AS/NZS 5139, this online course might be just the ticket.
COVID-19 rescue and resuscitation training exemptions no longer apply
13 April, 2021From 1 August 2021, the exemptions for CPR, PTR and LVR training will no longer apply.
Industry input sought for VET skills reform
16 March, 2021Recognising the importance of a high-quality VET system that works for everyone, the federal government is seeking to strengthen the role of industry and employers.
2021 Safety tech predictions
16 February, 2021In the wake of disruption caused by COVID-19, it's time to assess how we manage health and safety using technology.
Extra support for bushfire-affected apprentices
27 February, 2020Electrical apprentices affected by bushfires will receive up to 12 months of training for free under a NSW Government initiative.
MEA offers business basics support for sparkies
12 February, 2020Remaining compliant and not understanding the basics of business are two of the biggest challenges faced by skilled tradespeople.
Get battery trained to prepare for new standard
03 September, 2019To prepare businesses for the new battery standard AS/NZS 5139, Glen Morris is running four-day solar and battery storage training courses at the Smart Energy Lab.