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Tradies’ rates of pay increases rapidly
HIA senior economist Nicholas Ward says that as a result of a persistent, severe shortage, the price of skilled tradespeople rose sharply by 10.4% over the ... -
NECA Connect For Success business workshop on 16 November 2022
With NSW Small Biz Month back this year, NECA is holding a free ‘Connect For Success’ workshop for electrical contractors on Wednesday 16 November 2022. This ... -
Queensland ESO extends switchboard transition period
The use of either AS/NZS 3439 or AS/NZS 61439 for low-voltage switchgear and control gear assemblies has been extended by Queensland’s Electrical Safety Office (ESO). The ... -
BlackLab Solar relies on Toyota Forklifts
NSW-based solar energy specialist, BlackLab Solar, has turned to the class-leading reliability and safety of Toyota Material Handling Australia (TMHA) forklifts to help his burgeoning business. ... -
“You can’t be what you can’t see”: Shining a light on career pathways for women in trades
Construction firm Kapitol Group has partnered with Empowered Women In Trade (EWIT), a not-for-profit empowering women with the knowledge and skills to join the Australian construction ... -
Rockwell Automation to acquire CUBIC
Rockwell Automation has acquired CUBIC, a company that specialises in modular systems for the construction of electrical panels. CUBIC, founded in 1973, serves fast-growing industries such ... -
ESV leads expansion of global safety standards for all personal e-transporters
Energy Safe Victoria (ESV) has led the expansion of international safety standards for battery-powered personal e-transporters, such as electric scooters. The rise in popularity of electric ... -
Handle with care: lithium-ion battery risks and safety tips
The use of lithium-ion batteries has increased significantly over the last decade with these batteries now commonly used in all types of household and commercial devices ... -
SMA Australia: Renewable energy targets are “extremely challenging” given supply chain issues
Global supply chain issues have made Australia’s renewable energy targets “extremely challenging” according to solar energy equipment supplier SMA Australia. SMA will double its manufacturing capabilities ... -
Ampol enters funding agreement for EV fast-charging network across NSW
Ampol has entered a funding agreement with the NSW Government through the Drive Electric Program to deliver electric vehicle (EV) fast charging infrastructure throughout NSW. Ampol ...
