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NBN Co contracts local suppliers for network equipment
The company behind the National Broadband Network, NBN Co, has issued a further $90 million in equipment contracts to Australian manufacturers. -
National licence delayed until 2013
The Council of Australian Governments (COAG) has announced that the national licence for trades, in particular electricians, has been pushed back until mid-2013. Originally set to ... -
New web-based service fast tracks progress claims
ProgressClaim.com connects contract parties to fast track progress claims in an easy-to-use, format that is fully compliant and collaborative. The technology is purposely designed to work ... -
Licensing Authority embraces commitment and clarity on occupational licensing reforms
The National Occupational Licensing Authority’s Board (NOLA) chair, Elizabeth Crouch, has welcomed statements by business and government leaders reaffirming their commitment to reform of Australia’s occupational ... -
Dubbo shines in solar update
The Clean Energy Council (CEC) has compiled a list from data supplied by the Clean Energy Regulator of the top solar postcodes in the country. The ... -
Melbourne company invents world’s first LED replacement bulb
After three years of local research and development, Brightgreen has developed the DR700 - the world’s first LED replacement bulb that is as bright as a ... -
New electrical vehicle Standard
The committee charged with developing electric vehicles standards has agreed on key definitions – the essential first step for an over-arching set of electric vehicle standards. -
Electrical industry not consulted on government plan for American workers
Australian electrical industry body, the National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) says it had not been consulted by the Australian Government on their plans to assess ... -
Volunteering opportunities for Australian trade professionals in the North Pacific
Communities across the Pacific need the support of Australian volunteer health education, water and sanitation, renewable energy and environmental education professionals. -
ACT Government shouldn’t prematurely target contractors says electrical industry
Peak Australian electrical industry body, the National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA), says the ACT Government should wait for further evidence based research before proposing changes ...