Trades can deliver $50,000 advantage over university during training, HIA says
Young Australians who take up a trade can be at least $50,000 better off during training compared with pursuing a university degree, according to analysis by ...CW Brands appointed ANZ distributor for JCB Tools
CW Brands has been appointed the Australian and New Zealand distributor for JCB Tools. CW Brands will lead the Australian rollout of the JCB Tools range ...Construction sector warns of material price surge and supply strain
The Master Plumbers Association (MPA) of NSW has warned that tradies and small construction businesses are being left exposed as global supply disruptions drive massive price ...
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Australian government launches Male Allies Challenge to back women in construction
Minister for Skills and Training Andrew Giles has launched the Male Allies Challenge at a construction site in ... -
AER decisions indicate a willingness to protect competitive markets from DNSP abuses
Victoria’s electricity distribution network service providers (DNSPs) could soon be forced to reckon with new constraints that challenge ... -
Housing Industry Association calls for major overhaul of National Construction Code
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has lodged a major submission calling for a comprehensive overhaul of the National ... -
The cheaper home batteries boom: Big promise, bigger pressure and real risks ahead
Australia’s Cheaper Home Batteries Program, launched on 1 July 2025, is a landmark national investment in household energy ...
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DetectOn unveils next-generation smart smoke alarm range
DetectOn has unveiled its next-generation smoke alarm range, designed to enhance fire safety through smart connectivity, monitoring capabilities as well as features tailored for assisted living ...Vertiv introduces PowerUPS 6000 Industrial for demanding environments
Vertiv has introduced the Vertiv PowerUPS 6000 Industrial uninterruptible power supply (UPS), designed to provide reliable power protection for commercial and industrial environments. The system is ...Clipsal introduces updated 413E-WE surface socket
Clipsal by Schneider Electric has launched the 413E-WE surface socket, an updated version of its 413 model designed to provide greater installation flexibility. The 413E-WE has ...
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Guestroom controls: What were they thinking?
There’s no excuse for poor lighting solutions in a hotel. Peter Dujmovich explains the… -
What electricians need from solar lighting design for reliable results
Lighting design is essential before any installation. Jamie Janides explores the key factors to… -
Designing smart homes for neurodivergent residents
Neuro-inclusive systems aren’t just better for individuals; they’re better for everyone. Paul Skelton writes.… -
Vehicle-to-grid: Are we still waiting?
Vehicle-to-grid has been discussed as an additional benefit of EVs since at least 1997.…