Author: Staff Writer
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Research reveals two in three houses considering solar following winter bill shock
Half of Australian householders are preparing for energy bill shock when they receive their bill for the winter quarter and 17% have already been lobbed with ... -
Practical tips for managing tradie mental health
Running a business is a challenge for anyone, especially for tradies who are not only managing operations but also out on the tools as well. Many ... -
Engineered stone ban will not be enough to protect Australian workers from silicosis
Australia’s world-first ban of engineered stone has been widely applauded, with other countries – particularly the UK – on a fast track to replicate it as ... -
Staying safe on the cables
Everyone wants to finish a day’s work and come home to their loved ones. Peter Lamont looks at the health and safety concerns of cablers and ... -
An overview of security industry licences in Australia
The security industry works very closely to the electrical industry and it presents several opportunities for Australia sparkies. John Fleming looks at the security industry as ... -
Australia’s energy transition and the role of standardisation
The world is moving into a cleaner future but electricians are needed to help facilitate the transition to electric. Lucy Finlay breaks down the key standards ... -
Keeping legally secure when installing security solutions
Private or home security installations can lead to a bit of a legal grey area. Phil Tann explains the responsibilities of electricians installing security solutions. One ... -
What does AS IEC 61032:2023 mean for electricians on the tools?
The standard that looks after the protection of persons and equipment by enclosures has recently been updated. Phil Tann looks into what it means for electricians ... -
How to rewire your admin for a more efficient business
Sparkies power homes, businesses, and infrastructure. Despite providing this essential service, they face a large hurdle not in the form of wires and circuits, but in ... -
PV waste report: Bigger and better solar panel recycling centres needed
A new report on solar panel recycling has recommended a raft of measures including the establishment of large waste facilities in five big Australian cities by ...
