Future Made in Australia Act welcomed by climate orgs
17 April, 2024 by Katerina SakkasThe Act will seek to boost Australia's economy through investment in onshore industry and manufacturing, with an emphasis on renewable energy production.
New CEO for Master Electricians Australia
10 April, 2024 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaConstruction industry advocate and policy expert Kate Raymond has been appointed to the role following a nationwide recruitment process.
AEMC acts to speed smart meter rollout
09 April, 2024The Australian Energy Market Commission has made a draft rule with the aim of accelerating the deployment of smart meters to energy customers by 2030.
Company fined following electrical fatality
02 April, 2024A company has been fined $150K in Queensland's Cleveland Magistrates Court for failing to adhere to electrical safety regulations.
10-year deal brings Ampcontrol closer to net zero goals
20 March, 2024 | Supplied by: Ampcontrol Pty LtdThe deal with Flow Power will allow Ampcontrol to offset its NSW emissions while supporting the local renewable energy industry.
Skilling up for Australia's energy transition
13 March, 2024Engineers Australia has partnered with Energy Networks Australia to build the engineering skills pool required for a smooth transition to renewable energy.
"New era" for Aust solar installers and designers
06 March, 2024Solar Accreditation Australia has been appointed as the new solar accreditation scheme operator under the govt's Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme.
Boosting women in solar
06 March, 2024Brighte, exclusive administrator of the $50m Energy Saver Loan Scheme, has announced the two recipients of its Women in Energy Scholarships in Tasmania.
Belated electric shock report leads to $12K fine
05 March, 2024An electrical contractor has been fined $12,000 after taking six weeks to inform authorities about an apprentice's electric shock.
ABB appoints new Australian distributor
28 February, 2024 | Supplied by: ABB AustraliaAmber Technology, a company distributing high-tech audiovisual solutions, has been chosen to be a technical distributor for ABB in Australia.
Synergy apprentice receives prestigious award
28 February, 2024Chelsea Smith, a third-year electrical instrument fitter apprentice, was commended for her outstanding work ethic and trade skills competency.
Ampcontrol welcomes largest apprentice cohort yet
20 February, 2024 | Supplied by: Ampcontrol Pty LtdUndertaken over a nominal four-year period, the Apprentice Program combines part-time study with structured work experience.
1000 NSW energy workers walk off job
08 February, 2024 | Supplied by: Electrical Trades Union (ETU)More than 1000 workers from Transgrid and Endeavour Energy are striking for 24 hours while calling for a pay rise in line with inflation.
Electrician fined after leaving live switchboard in classroom
06 February, 2024An electrician contracted to install air-conditioning units at a Sunshine Coast school has been fined $10,000.
Qld to amend electrical safety laws
02 February, 2024The Queensland Government has responded to a 2023 review of the state's Electrical Safety Act 2002.
