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SkillsTech Australia delivers flexible safety short course for resource sector
Qualified electrical mechanics have the chance to upskill with a safety short course for the resource sector at SkillsTech Australia’s Eagle Farm Training Centre. -
Tasmanian electricians issue safety warning to residents returning to bushfire damaged properties
As the process of rebuilding begins following the devastating Tasmanian bushfires, the National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) has issued a safety warning to residents returning ... -
Amendment 2 of the Wiring Rules (AS/NZS 3000:2007/Amdt 2:2012) published
SAI Global published Amendment 2 of the Wiring Rules (AS/NZS 3000:2007/Amdt 2:2012) on 14 December 2012, so electrical workers need to assure any work commenced prior ... -
RSTechED returns to Melbourne
The annual Rockwell Automation Software Technical Education (RSTechED) conference will return to Melbourne in 2013, bringing together software technical experts, system integrators, machine builders and end-users ... -
Pilot program sparks new opportunities for NMIT electrical apprentices
NMIT has been selected to trial a new electrical apprenticeship program in 2013, offering individuals the chance to complete their apprenticeship when deemed competent. -
Electrician banned for life
Rosebery electrician Bill Zisoglou, trading as Microenergy BN97844170, has had his electrical licence (110052C) cancelled and been disqualified permanently from the New South Wales building industry ... -
NECA NSW wins prestigious safety award
The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) recently shared in winning a prestigious safety award through its membership of the management committee of the Brian Miller ... -
Not one for the drones
The inspection of overhead powerlines is a painstaking process, but it is vital to the longevity of Australia’s extensive electricity distribution network. Paul Skelton looks at ... -
CSIRO to lead new solar research initiative
The Australian Government has announced that CSIRO will lead a new solar research initiative worth a total of over $87 million. -
Apprentices secure their dream job
The first trio of apprentices have completed an electronic security equipment program at the Eagle Farm Training Centre.