Renewable energy skills program launched
01 July, 2025 | Supplied by: Clean Energy CouncilAustralia's Clean Energy Council (CEC) has devised a new program for job seekers to gain the skills needed to work across large-scale wind, solar and storage projects.
Electrical error places residents at risk
30 June, 2025Following prosecution by Building and Energy, a WA electrical contractor and worker have received a total of $18,500 in fines.
Feedback sought on benefits from clean energy projects
24 June, 2025In response to calls from industry, community and local government, the WA Govt has released a Draft Guideline on Community Benefits for Renewable Energy Projects.
NSW reports two electrocutions in two weeks
18 June, 2025SafeWork NSW Inspectors have issued a strong warning about the dangers of working with electricity, following two recent deaths that occurred within the same fortnight.
Solar energy incentives doubled in NSW
11 June, 2025NSW residents looking to install a battery and/or join a virtual power plant now have double the incentives, thanks to a joint state and federal government initiative.
Callout for Aust clean energy startups: CSIRO
03 June, 2025CSIRO is inviting Australian startups and SMEs to apply for the latest round of the India Australia Rapid Innovation and Startup Expansion (RISE) Accelerator.
Marinus Link clears critical environmental hurdle
03 June, 2025The planned subsea electricity and data connector between Tasmania and Victoria has received a positive assessment from the Victorian Minister for Planning.
Worker fined for unlicensed electrical work
22 May, 2025A 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, 2025No supervising electrical worker was present when a second-year electrical apprentice was installing exit lights at a property in Forrestfield, WA.
Marinus Link one step closer to construction
16 May, 2025An agreement with global consultancy company Jacobs is set to ramp up construction of the proposed undersea electricity and data interconnector between Tas and Vic.
Siemens appoints Teck Global as value-added reseller in Australia
15 May, 2025 | Supplied by: Siemens LtdThe appointment of Perth-based Teck Global follows several successful collaborations on recent projects with Siemens.
AEMC's final rule aims to make grid more resilient
13 May, 2025The 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, 2025A WA construction business has been fined $6000 for disregarding an official request to provide information during an electrical compliance investigation.
Ampcontrol honours departing CEO
08 May, 2025 | Supplied by: Ampcontrol Pty LtdAfter a 25-year career with the company, Rod Henderson is moving on from his role as Managing Director and CEO.
MEA welcomes election result; calls for further action
06 May, 2025 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaWhile praising Labor government commitments, including apprenticeship subsidies and asset tax write-offs, Master Electricians Australia says more can be done.
