Philips breaks ground on LED manufacturing facility in Chengdu
21 August, 2012Philips recently broke ground on its LED Professional Lighting Solutions manufacturing facility in Chengdu High-tech Industrial Development Zone.
Storm in a sample cup: FWA’s decision on urine testing
20 August, 2012 by Alice RichardIs Fair Work Australia’s decision on urine testing a storm in a sample cup or is just taking the proverbial? The decision has drawn comment from all areas of industry, with unions and industry bodies all contributing their two cents’ worth.
Data centre wins Sustainability and Green IT award
16 August, 2012The Melbourne Water Data Centre has been awarded the Victorian iAward for Sustainability and Green IT at the recent 2012 iAwards.
NECA defends private RTOs
15 August, 2012 | Supplied by: NECA/National Electrical & Communications AssociationNECA has defended private RTOs following reports in the media about poor vocational education and training outcomes at some private RTOs.
South Australian NECA award winners announced
14 August, 2012 | Supplied by: NECA/National Electrical & Communications AssociationThe winners of the NECA Awards of Excellence and Apprentice Awards have been announced.
Western NSW solar projects create research and job opportunities
10 August, 2012 | Supplied by: AGL Energy LimitedUQ and UNSW will partner with AGL on two large solar photvoltaic projects in western New South Wales.
GBCA urges NT government to prioritise green buildings
10 August, 2012 | Supplied by: Green Building Council AustraliaThe Green Building Council of Australia has urged NT politicians to strengthen their commitment to prioritising efficient building practices in the region.
MFB 11th edition enclosures and consoles catalogue
09 August, 2012 | Supplied by: MFB Products Pty LtdMFB has released its 11th catalogue, which it says is its most comprehensive yet at 90 pages.
REC wins Frost & Sullivan Award for solar industry
09 August, 2012Renewable Energy Corporation (REC) was recently awarded Frost & Sullivan’s 2011 Global Customer Value Enhancement Award in the solar power market.
Evans comments on BLSC opening
08 August, 2012 | Supplied by: Master Builders Association of AustraliaChris Evans has commented on yesterday’s opening of the MBA Building Leadership Simulation Centre in Melbourne.
Master Builders simulation centre opens
07 August, 2012 | Supplied by: Master Builders Association of AustraliaMaster Builders Australia’s $14 million Building Leadership Simulation Centre (BLSC) opens today in Melbourne.
Tasmanian Apprentices of the Year announced
07 August, 2012 | Supplied by: NECA/National Electrical & Communications AssociationOwen O’Driscoll and Christopher Lawes were announced as the winners of the NECA Tasmanian Apprentice of the Year Awards last Saturday.
Tasmania’s best electricians and projects recognised
07 August, 2012 | Supplied by: NECA/National Electrical & Communications AssociationTasmania’s top electrical and communications contractors have been recognised at the annual electrical industry excellence awards hosted by the National Electrical and Communications Association.
Changes to NBN Co board announced
07 August, 2012 | Supplied by: nbn co ltdBrad Orgill has been appointed to the NBN Co Limited board. Diane Smith-Gander and Siobhan McKenna were both reappointed to the board.
Industry unhappy with Fair Work Act review
06 August, 2012The Fair Work Act Review Panel’s final report has been released, and the industry doesn’t seem to be happy. The industry associations such as The Housing Industry Association (HIA), the National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA), AMMA and the NSW Business Chamber have issued statements expressing concerns about the report.
