CSIRO pushes digital economy
05 February, 2013 | Supplied by: CSIROCSIRO has launched Australia’s largest publicly funded research initiative focused on the digital economy. The Digital Productivity and Services Flagship, CSIRO’s tenth National Research Flagship, is a $40 million research initiative focusing on the services sector and optimising the full value of national broadband infrastructure.
Flood safety checklist to save lives
04 February, 2013 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaMaster Electricians Australia (MEA) has released a five-point electrical safety checklist to ensure the protection of NSW and Qld families living in flood- and storm-affected homes. Homeowners are being urged not to put their own lives, or their families lives, at risk by ignorning the necessary precautions around water-damaged electrical appliances and fittings.
Expanded Kickstart to boost engineering trades
04 February, 2013 | Supplied by: Department of Industry Science & TourismMore Australians will get the opportunity to learn an engineering trade as part of an expansion to the Gillard government’s $57.5 million Kickstart Initiative. The Minister for Skills, Senator Chris Evans, announced that nine additional key engineering trades are now eligible for Kickstart payments, which triple the incentives made to employers in the first year of taking on an apprentice.
Former NECA president receives Order of Australia
01 February, 2013 | Supplied by: NECA/National Electrical & Communications AssociationFormer National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) president Gianfranco (Frank) Tomasi has been awarded an Order of Australia in the 2013 Australia Day Honours List.
Repelec acquires Housewatch
01 February, 2013Repelec has announced the acquisition of Housewatch from Home & Safety Australia Pty Ltd. Housewatch was established in 1989 as a distributor of security lighting, security systems, closed circuit TV and intercoms to the Australian electrical wholesale industry.
Hotline to reconnect power to flood-affected home owners
31 January, 2013Master Electricians Australia has activated a free hotline to help flood- and storm-affected home owners reconnect their power supplies as quickly as possible once waters have receded.
Serious incident prompts call for focus on safety
31 January, 2013 | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaA serious safety incident in the ACT has prompted Master Electricians Australia (MEA) to call on business owners and managers to ensure the highest levels of electrical safety on their sites.
New team at Ninefold
31 January, 2013 | Supplied by: Ninefold Pty LimitedCloud computing company Ninefold is continuing to hire leading developers and systems engineers to further strengthen its strategy of building a world-class cloud platform and connecting deeply with the developer community.
NHP and Cortem Group announce distribution agreement
30 January, 2013NHP has announced its exclusive distribution agreement with HAE specialist Cortem Group.
Cyberattacks targeted in National Security Strategy
29 January, 2013 | Supplied by: Department of Broadband Comms & The Digital EconomyPrime Minister Julia Gillard has announced the first National Security Strategy for Australia, with a focus on combating cyberattacks.
InsideIQ Building Automation Alliance welcomes new Australian member
29 January, 2013Airmaster Australia has become the newest member firm of the InsideIQ Building Automation Alliance, an international alliance of independent building automation contractors.
Stiebel Eltron is a water-saving award finalist
28 January, 2013 | Supplied by: Stiebel Eltron AustraliaThe SNU 5 compact point-of-use electric storage water heater from Stiebel Eltron has been named as a finalist in the Water Saving Product of the Year category of the Master Plumbers and Gasfitters Association of Western Australia’s 2012 Awards for Excellence.
Calling all ICT innovators
25 January, 2013Expressions of interest for the 2013 iAwards are now open. If you or your company has created an innovative ICT product or service, or know of an outstanding ICT innovator, register your interest in the 2013 iAwards program today at www.iawards.com.au.
Rockwell Automation appoints new managing director
25 January, 2013 | Supplied by: Rockwell Automation AustraliaRockwell Automation has announced the recent appointment of David Hegarty as Managing Director, Australia and New Zealand. Hegarty brings a wealth of sales and marketing experience to the role and has a firm focus on customer service.
NECA appoints new executive director for Qld
24 January, 2013 | Supplied by: NECA/National Electrical & Communications AssociationThe National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) has announced the appointment of respected industry identity Mick Logan as Executive Director, Queensland.
