NECA race day on again
12 May, 2016 | Supplied by: NECA/National Electrical & Communications AssociationThe annual Queensland NECA electrical industry and members' race day is on again. This year's event is scheduled for 29 June at Doomben Racecourse, home of the Brisbane Racing Club.
Budget delivers building industry confidence
05 May, 2016 | Supplied by: Master Builders Association of AustraliaTradies and builders in the nation's $200 billion building industry are big winners from the Budget, according to MBA CEO Wilhelm Harnisch.
New program for women in building
29 April, 2016The Turnbull government has announced a pilot mentoring program to support women in the building and construction industry.
Board shuffle for nbn
27 April, 2016 | Supplied by: nbn co ltdFormer iiNet CEO Michael Malone has been appointed as a director to nbn's board for the next three years, replacing outgoing Internode founder Simon Hackett.
TR acquired by Vp plc for $17m
26 April, 2016 | Supplied by: TechRentalsEquipment specialist company TR Pty Ltd, owner of TechRentals, has been bought out by UK company Vp plc for $17 million.
Wiring rules open for public comment
20 April, 2016 | Supplied by: Standards AustraliaThe revision of the Australian and New Zealand wiring rules for electrical installations is now open for public comment.
Warranties to be standardised
19 April, 2016Plans are underway to develop a new ISO (International Organization for Standardization) standard for consumer warranties, providing guidelines for development of clear and effective warranty statements. It hopes to improve purchaser, retailer and manufacturer confidence and smooth the way for better trade.
Business outlook gloomy
12 April, 2016The latest Sensis Business Index (SBI) survey shows a distinct air of despondency in Australian enterprise, with 87% of SMEs perceiving the economy as slowing (35%) or standing still (52%), and only 13% seeing signs of positive growth.
Barber to restyle NEC Australia
06 April, 2016 | Supplied by: NEC Australia Pty LtdMike Barber has been announced as the new head of NEC Australia's leadership team following a big shuffle of the technology services company's executives.
Licence and permit compliance simplified
25 March, 2016The Australian Business Licence and Information Service (ABLIS) offers users a quick and easy way to identify the licences and permits required to run a specific business within Australia.
Enphase opens high-tech R&D facility in New Zealand
23 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Enphase EnergyRenewable technology company Enphase Energy is preparing to launch its home energy solutions to New Zealand with a US$4.4m expansion to its Christchurch R&D facility.
Are you compliant?
21 March, 2016 by Sarah Bartholomeusz* | Supplied by: You LegalLegislation and regulations change throughout the year and these have an impact on your business. Perhaps your company took on more employees and has a higher turnover? These are excellent indicators of growth and success but they also have the potential to attract new legal obligations.
Redback appoints new GM of sales
17 March, 2016 | Supplied by: Redback Technologies AustraliaRedback Technologies continues its rapid expansion with new management appointments set to drive sales of its smart hybrid solar storage system across Australia.
Safety is in your hands
14 March, 2016 by Malcolm Richards | Supplied by: Master Electricians AustraliaAfter losing count of the number of hoverboard (or 'segway') products to be recalled over the past two months or so due to the potential fire risks, it is becoming clear that until we experience a large loss of life, our decision-makers will not take any action to clamp down on the flood of dangerous products entering our market from overseas.
Warning over immediate risks from Infinity electrical cables
02 March, 2016The ACCC has warned tradespeople who installed Infinity and some Olsent electrical cables that they may face regulatory action if they fail to act under recall arrangements.
