JULY
03: Joint Announcement: National Electrical Communications Association and Master Electricians Australia

A stronger and united voice for Australia's electrical contracting industry MORE

JUNE

29: Labor reverses position on small business tax cuts

Following calls from the National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) and a wide range of stakeholders, the Labor Opposition has today reversed its opposition to the Government's legislated, company tax cuts for businesses with an annual turnover of up to $50 Million. MORE

28: Tax cut reversal a threat to family businesses

This week's announcement by Labor, indicating they will reverse the recently implemented company tax if elected to Government, is a threat to Australia's family owned and operated small and medium businesses (SMEs). MORE

20: NSW Budget: NECA welcomes boost to apprenticeships and payroll tax relief

Increased funding for vocational education and training (VET) and a reduction in the burden of payroll tax on businesses MORE

18: Tasmania budget creates opportunities for electrical contractors

A record $2.6 billion infrastructure spend in the 2018/19 Tasmanian budget will create work opportunities for electrical contractors. MORE

15: Tasmania signs up to support apprenticeship training

NECA welcome the Tasmanian Governement's action in signing up to the Skilling Australians Fund (SAF). MORE

8: NECA welcomes apprenticeship National Partnership Program

The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) has welcomed the news that five states and territories will participate in the Federal Government's apprentice-focused, National Partnership Agreement (NPA), as part of the Skilling Australians Fund (SAF). MORE.

MAY
22: Security of Payment recommendations good news for electrical contractors

The Federal Government's report on the Review of Security of Payment Laws is good news for electrical contractors who are frequently hte last in a long chain to receive payment and so carry the most risk should a company fall into receivership during the project. MORE

09: Government's infrastructure investment presents growth opportunities for electrical contractors.

Although there are no big ticket items for the electrotechnology sector in the 2018/19 Federal Budget, the ongoing investment in major infrastructure projects, company tax cuts and the extension of small business concessions will benefit electrical contractors. MORE

APRIL
25: Defect electrical biger risk than cladding

Hundreds of thousands of people across NSW are at significant risk from ageing electrical wiring in their homes and not having lifesaving residual current devices (RCDs). The peak body for electricians, the National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA), is calling on politicians to address the issue as a priority. MORE

MARCH 
27: The well-paid career path that parents don't want their children to take

What do you want to be when you grow up?  Its an eternal question and often young people nominate practical, outdoors or active careers. Ask parents what they want for their children career-wise and answers will include rewarding – both financially and personally - with opportunities to progress and work-life balance. MORE

FEBRUARY
27: Preventing a future skills shortage

The continuing decline in the number of students enrolling in electrical apprenticeships across Australia is a major concern and needs addressing urgently if we are to avoid a future skills shortage. MORE

07: NECA successfully negotiates with extension to Building Wiring Cable Compliance Rules

The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) has successfully negotiated an extension to new Building Wiring Cable requirements with NSW Fair Trading. MORE

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02: NECA selected to provide apprentice mentoring program

The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) is pleased to announce a successful tender for the delivery of the Federal Government’s new Industry Specialist Mentoring for Australian Apprentices (ISMAA) program. MORE.

JANUARY
30: Shining a light on asbestos in homes

The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) has welcomed the news that the State Government has acquired more than 100 homes in New South Wales and condemned them for demolition as they were found to contain loose-fill asbestos insulation. MORE

09: NECA Welcomes New ABCC Commissioner

The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) welcomes the appointment of new Australian Building and Construction (ABCC) Commissioner, Stephen McBurney who commences a five-year term from 6 February 2018. MORE