Electrical workers upskilled for bright future
16 August, 2022 | Supplied by: Energy Safe VictoriaThe Vic Govt is upskilling electrical workers, with the aim of improving community safety and equipping the workforce to be part of the state's growing renewable and new energy sectors.
Boost for Tas electrical sector
09 August, 2022 | Supplied by: NECA/National Electrical & Communications AssociationTasmanian Minister for Skills, Training and Workforce Growth Felix Ellis MP has welcomed the state's newest crop of project managers as state-wide training kicks off in Hobart this month.
Tradesman prosecuted for unlicensed electrical work
09 August, 2022WA's energy safety regulator is urging consumers to use its online licence search to verify that businesses they engage to carry out electrical installing work hold a valid electrical contractor's licence.
Crackdown on non-compliant lighting equipment
02 August, 2022Lighting Council Australia has reported that significant rorting of the Victorian Energy Upgrades scheme is occurring in the lighting upgrades market.
Praise for female-led construction project
19 July, 2022 | Supplied by: NECA/National Electrical & Communications AssociationNECA has commended the ACT Govt's focus on gender equity following an announcement that Strathnairn Primary School will be a female-led construction project.
Growing EV popularity prompts safety reminder
19 July, 2022With electric vehicles growing in popularity, WorkSafe is reminding employers of their obligations to provide appropriate training and supervision to mechanics working on potentially dangerous EV systems.
Powerline clearance fines to be issued in Vic
07 July, 2022Energy Safe Victoria now has the power to issue fines to Victorian electricity companies and councils that do not keep trees safely clear of powerlines.
Energy co fined for placing customers at risk
06 July, 2022 | Supplied by: Australian Energy Regulator (AER)Endeavour Energy has paid seven infringement notices totalling $474,600 issued by the AER for putting vulnerable life support customers in NSW at risk.
NECA welcomes state budgets
24 June, 2022 | Supplied by: NECA/National Electrical & Communications AssociationNECA has responded positively to the NSW and Qld state budgets, highlighting investment in infrastructure spending, focus on women and support for apprentices.
Escalator collapse, serious injury at Sydney Metro sites
24 June, 2022The ETU is calling for an urgent investigation into the Sydney Metro project after an escalator collapsed and a labourer was seriously injured in two separate incidents.
ENA comments on grid investment decision
22 June, 2022Energy Networks Australia (ENA) has acknowledged the release last week of the Australian Energy Regulator's (AER) draft Rate of Return decision on grid investments.
New platform for Aust solar installers
21 June, 2022 | Supplied by: OpenSolarOpenSolar and Global Sustainable Energy Solutions have announced a new partnership that offers Australian solar installers a one-stop shop for running a solar business while securing and maintaining CEC accreditations.
Hazardous bathroom heater recalled
17 June, 2022A Fantech three-in-one bathroom heater, exhaust and light has been recalled due to a risk of glass shattering.
Young women empowered to join electrical industry
14 June, 2022 | Supplied by: NECA/National Electrical & Communications AssociationNECA is bridging the gender diversity gap within the electrical industry through a variety of initiatives aimed at educating young women about trades.
ENA welcomes new energy minister
07 June, 2022Emphasising the importance of a whole-of-system approach towards net zero, ENA has welcomed the appointment of The Hon Chris Bowen as Minister for Climate Change and Energy.
