Business and management

National NECA electrical contractor awards recognise innovation

30 November, 2009

Innovative design and clever use of technology distinguished the national winners of the 2009 NECA Excellence Awards, announced in Melbourne on 26 November.


Best electrical trade teacher in Australia announced

30 November, 2009

NECA announced the Electrical Trade Teacher of the Year Award for 2009 at its national industry awards held in Melbourne on 26 November.


Eaton and Avnet sign Australian distribution agreement

26 November, 2009

Avnet Technology Solutions has been appointed to distribute Eaton Industries power quality and backup power management solutions to the IT channel in Australia.


ADC Krone celebrates 25 years of manufacturing in Australia

26 November, 2009

The local operations of a network infrastructure manufacturer recently celebrated 25 years of supporting local and global telecommunications carriers and enterprises delivery of broadband services.


Frost & Sullivan Australia 2009 Best Practices Awards

26 November, 2009

The 2009 Frost & Sullivan Australia Best Practices Awards were presented recently to recognise achievement in Australia's ICT industry.


NECA opposes super guarantee increases funded solely by employers

26 November, 2009

In response to recent calls from various economics commentators to increase superannuation contributions, NECA has expressed its opposition to these calls.


NECA supports Senator Fielding's stance on ABCC

26 November, 2009

NECA strongly supports Senator Steve Fielding’s stance on the retention of the Australian Building and Construction Commission in its current form.

 


Seven electrical contractors consolidated into one national company

25 November, 2009

The electrical contracting firms Elecraft, Boffa Russo, Richard Flanagan, Russell Smith and KSR have been acquired by Pacific Services Group to unite them under a single national umbrella.


The contractor ‘killing fields’ - life, death and liability for a contractor - Part 3

24 November, 2009 by Andrew Douglas*

Under OHS legislation, employers have a statutory duty to secure the health, safety and welfare of employees and third persons working at or near their workplace.


New national licensing system kicks off with NECA appointment to advisory committees

17 November, 2009

NECA has been appointed to the interim advisory committees to advise on the new national licensing system for the electrical and refrigeration and air-conditioning occupations.


HP to acquire 3Com

16 November, 2009

HP’s acquisition of 3Com will create a networking industry giant with an edge-to-data centre set of solutions and global reach.


NECA concurs with government position on skills shortages in recovering economy

06 November, 2009

Following the release of the federal government's 'Keep Australia Working' report, NECA has voiced its support for the government's views and objectives.


The contractor ‘killing fields’ - life, death and liability for a contractor - Part 2

05 November, 2009 by Andrew Douglas*

The implications of the Fair Work Act on contractor relationships.


Revised standards for electrical installations in hazardous areas

19 October, 2009

Standards Australia has published two new standards for electrical installations in hazardous areas standards to supersede existing standards.


Revised standards for electrical installations in hazardous areas

19 October, 2009

Standards Australia has published two new standards for electrical installations in hazardous areas to supersede existing standards.


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