Latest greenhouse and energy data
24 March, 2011
The latest greenhouse and energy data has been published by the federal government.
Townsville to maximise NBN opportunities
23 March, 2011
The Queensland Government has appointed a Digital Business Development Officer to help Townsville prepare for the National Broadband Network.
Rehiring safety staff after the GFC
22 March, 2011
Cutbacks are irrational during financially stressful periods as they only amplify skill shortages when conditions return to normal, which in turn hinders recovery. Much of Australia’s business community is now experiencing that costly scenario, as it endeavours to attract quality safety professionals, among other skilled personnel, to their businesses.
Flood hero presented with overseas scholarship by Queensland governor
22 March, 2011
A young Queensland electrician was recently recognised for his efforts to restore power during Brisbane’s floods.
ICRC advice on ACT feed-in tariff premium pricing
22 March, 2011
The ACT Government recently released information from the Independent Competition and Regulatory Commission about the ACT’s feed-in tariff scheme.
Government responds positively to NRSET
18 March, 2011
Australian Industry Group welcomes the government’s positive response to the National Resources Sector Employment Taskforce.
Safety switch could have prevented tragic death
18 March, 2011
NECA agrees with the coroner who finds that the tragic death of a child could have been prevented if a wet extension cord had had a safety switch installed.
Tyco Electrical & Metal Products becomes stand-alone business
08 March, 2011
Having been sold off late last year, the Tyco Electrical & Metal Products business unit has undergone a name change to reflect its new ownership.
Clipsal 2011 eCatalogue Edition 2
08 March, 2011 | Supplied by: Schneider Electric
Edition 2 of the Clipsal 2011 eCatalogue electronic trade product guide CD contains product descriptions, images and up-to-date product related information, including brochures and installation instructions.
Emona 2011 test instruments catalogue
08 March, 2011 | Supplied by: Emona Instruments Pty Ltd
The 2011 Emona test instruments catalogue includes instrumentation and equipment for the electronics industry, industrial service and plant maintenance, industrial electrical and electrical contracting, and life sciences laboratories.
Spirent to acquire the Fanfare Group
28 February, 2011 | Supplied by: Matrium Technologies Pty Ltd
Spirent has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire privately held The Fanfare Group for a cash consideration of $15 million.
Standards Australia to host standardisation strategy meeting for emerging energy markets
23 February, 2011
Standards Australia has announced that it will host a standardisation strategy meeting for emerging energy markets, claimed to be a major step forward for the development of alternative energy markets.
Electrical industry welcomes government rejection of apprenticeship training tax
22 February, 2011
NECA has welcomed the government’s decision to reject a recommendation to introduce a training tax.
Union raises safety concerns over smart meters
21 February, 2011
The ETU recently raised concerns over smart meter installations, claiming that the industry regulator allowed unqualified subcontractors to install them.
Electrical industry frustrated that insulation figures kept in the dark
21 February, 2011
NECA has expressed its frustration that the Australian Government has denied another opportunity to inform people affected by the failed Home Insulation Program (HIP) about the true size of the problem.
