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GST and your business
Whether you’ve finished your apprenticeship and plan to become a sole trader, or you’re a tradie whose business is starting to take off, it’s important to ... -
What more can an electrician do?
The role of the electrician is changing as the technology around us continues to grow. Sean Carroll looks at proposed changes to the definition of a ... -
Why DIY store foams fail to seal conduits
One-part aerosol foams are cheap and easy to use but using them as a duct sealant can be problematic. Polywater’s Chris Jonnes writes. One-part, ‘gap and ... -
Maintaining sparkie safety in a changing electrical landscape
From powering lighting and air conditioning units to make life more comfortable, to ensuring security systems stay online, electricity is essential to every Australian home and ... -
Superyard: Enabling the circular economy for builders
A lot of excess construction materials either go to waste or sit dormant for years, possibly never being used. Sean Carroll finds out how a start-up ... -
Cutting corners costs more than you think; how electricians can stay safe onsite
Onsite safety and streamlined operations are essential to the success and protection of tradies working across Australia. With the daily exposure to potential electrical hazards, understanding ... -
Six key components of a comprehensive fire safety management plan
In modern safety and disaster prevention, few concerns weigh as heavily on our minds as fire safety. Fire incidents frequently have the potential to strike swiftly ... -
Solar panel technology is set to be turbo-charged – but first, a few big roadblocks have to be cleared
Solar panel technology has made enormous progress in the past two decades. In fact, the most advanced silicon solar cells produced today are about as good ... -
Maintaining sparkie safety in a changing electrical landscape
From powering lighting and air conditioning units to make life more comfortable, to ensuring security systems stay online, electricity is essential to every Australian home and ... -
Construction set to thrive in the digital age
University researchers are finding ways to boost construction safety with the help of virtual reality (VR) technology. San Williams finds out how it works. Construction and ...
