MEA gives feedback on construction code guidelines
28 March, 2013The Newman government’s recently released construction code guidelines have been welcomed by Master Electricians Australia.
Clipsal iCat app
28 March, 2013 | Supplied by: Clipsal - by Schneider ElectricClipsal by Schneider Electric has announced a major revamp to its popular iCat app. The update introduces a new feature called ‘Clipsal Live’, offering electrical contractor customers the ability to customise and personalise the app to best suit their line of work.
Ex-tax commissioner joins Clean Energy Regulator
28 March, 2013Michael D’Ascenzo AO will join the Clean Energy Regulator from 2 April 2013, replacing Jennie Granger, who has relocated to the UK.
ABB main electrical contractor for world’s largest offshore central processing facility
27 March, 2013 | Supplied by: ABB Australia Pty LtdABB has been appointed the main electrical contractor (MEC) for a new semi-submersible central processing facility (CPF) at the Ichthys oil and gas field in the Timor Sea off Western Australia. The order is valued at $15 million. ABB was awarded the MEC contract by the engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractor for the central processing facility, Samsung Heavy Industries. When completed in 2016 the CPF will be the largest offshore production facility in the world.
esaa welcomes new Minister for Resources and Energy
27 March, 2013The energy supply industry has welcomed the appointment of Gary Gray as the new federal Minister for Resources and Energy.
Wavelink signs distribution partnership with Citrix
26 March, 2013 | Supplied by: WavelinkWavelink, a value-added distributor of enterprise mobility and unified communications solutions, has signed a partnership with Citrix to distribute the Citrix range of enterprise mobility solutions.
Clean energy investment back on target, says CEC
26 March, 2013The federal government’s review of the Renewable Energy Target has shown that the scheme is highly effective in driving the transition of the Australian energy sector, the Clean Energy Council has said.
MEA attends inquest into Home Insulation Program deaths
26 March, 2013 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaAn inquest has heard the federal government was warned by Master Electricians Australia (MEA) within a week of the first insulation-related death that there would be more fatalities if the Home Insulation Program (HIP) was not amended.
MEA launches energy efficiency training course
22 March, 2013 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaThe new Master Electrician Energy Efficiency course is important training for those wanting to build their business by entering the rapidly growing energy efficiency market. The course covers a wide range of concepts to give electricians the confidence to provide energy-efficient solutions to their customers.
SPARC 2013 ticket sales now open
22 March, 2013Online ticket sales have opened for SPARC International Lighting Event 2013, to be held in Sydney from 4-6 June. It is an opportunity to see, touch and experience cutting-edge lighting technology, attend educational seminars by world-leading lighting specialists and to enjoy social networking events. The event once again aligns with Vivid Sydney, an annual celebration of light, music and ideas.
Clipsal gears up
21 March, 2013 | Supplied by: Clipsal - by Schneider ElectricMore than 800 electrical contractors gathered during the March weekend of the 2013 Clipsal 500 in Adelaide, there to attend the Clipsal by Schneider Electric’s ‘Gear up for the Future’ business session.
Digital TV training partnership to benefit electrical industry
19 March, 2013 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaSkillsConnect Australia is now offering Certificate III in Telecommunications Digital Reception Technology in locations across Australia. Thanks to a new partnership with Matchmaster Communications, this complete certificate is now available at a reduced price due to a generous government subsidy.
Apprentice Kickstart incentive extended
18 March, 2013 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaMaster Electricians Australia (MEA) advises that the federal government has announced an extension of its $57.5 million Apprentice Kickstart Initiative. The Kickstart Initiative was introduced late last year and has been extended until 30 April 2013. Employers are set to benefit from this program, receiving almost a 50% boost to existing incentives for employing an apprentice.
Anti-457 visa campaign may cost jobs, says AMMA
15 March, 2013AMMA has criticised the government’s attack on 457 visa arrangements, saying the unions’ antiskilled migration campaign is actually putting Australian jobs and projects at risk.
Industrial disputes in construction reach seven-year high
15 March, 2013Australian Bureau of Statistics figures show that there were 85 days lost per 1000 employees in 2012 throughout the construction sector - a rise of 25% on the previous year.
