NECA News
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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 ‘business-as-usual’, and those constraints may actually unlock freer, ... -
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 ... -
Stewart Joyce appointed chief executive of NECA, taking the reins from March 2026
NECA has appointed Stewart Joyce as its new chief executive, effective 16 March 2026. Stewart brings more than 30 years of senior leadership experience across the ... -
NECA Education & Careers named dual finalist at 2025 Victorian Training Awards
NECA Education & Careers has been named as a dual finalist at the 2025 Victorian Training Awards for the ‘Large training provider of the year’ and ... -
NECA calls on government to create fair EV charging infrastructure installation market
NECA head of government relations and regulatory affairs, Kent Johns, and director of policy, technical and safety, Neil Roberts, appeared before the NSW Parliament’s Inquiry into ... -
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 ... -
Minimum wage to increase implications for small businesses
The Fair Work Commission’s recent decision to increase the minimum and award wages by 3.75% starting 1 July 2024, presents a significant development for small businesses, ... -
Solar Victoria expands free training for electricians
Solar Victoria has expanded free training for electricians with the latest round of the Upskilling for Electricians program. Commencing in May 2024, the Upskilling for Electricians ... -
NECA reviews apprentice supervision requirements
NECA has provided an overview of the proposed changes and some of the possible implications of the new apprentice supervision guidelines change proposals by Energy Safe. ... -
Refreshed Australian Standard AS/NZS 4836:2023
Working safely around electrical hazards With the release of the refreshed Australian Standard AS/NZS 4836:2023 Safe working on or near low voltage and extra-low voltage electrical ...
