Author: Staff Writer
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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 resilience. By offering around 30% off eligible home ... -
Guestroom controls: What were they thinking?
There’s no excuse for poor lighting solutions in a hotel. Peter Dujmovich explains the importance of appropriate lighting and what electricians can do to help. During ... -
Why one-time construction safety training isn’t enough in 2026
Companies should remind workers about construction safety and emphasise that saving lives is more important than risking them. Unfortunately, many teams opt for a one-and-done training ... -
Understanding wind load standards for safer structures in 2026
As extreme weather events intensify, understanding and applying wind load standards such as AS/NZS 1170.2 has become essential for tradies across the country. Evelyn Long writes. The ... -
Supporting the astronomic growth of data centres in Australia
Electricians play a vital role in supporting data centres across the country. Sandy Mennie explores the industry’s role moving forward. There has been a lot of ... -
Australia’s homes aren’t ready for the heat – here’s how to fix them
With another hot Aussie summer looming, for many Australians, heat is no longer just a matter of comfort, it’s a test of resilience. More frequent heatwaves ... -
The future of AI hinges on how we power and cool data centres
Artificial intelligence (AI) is driving one of the most transformative industrial revolutions of our time, with the market projected to surpass $1.3 trillion by 2029. AI ... -
How to regulate construction site noise levels for hearing loss prevention
Construction sites are naturally noisy environments. Managing noise protects workers’ hearing, improves safety and reduces disruption to nearby communities. Understanding noise risks, adhering to regulations and ... -
Urgent reform needed to plug 42,000-worker gap in clean energy trades
Australia’s renewable energy workforce needs to scale up significantly to meet 2030 net zero targets and new ambitions for 2035, writes Anthea Middleton -
The turnover trap: Why construction firms are stuck in a cycle of hiring
Construction employees are the lifeline of any project. Thus, their resignation or removal are a disruption to operations. Most companies simply replace their workers, but this ...
