February 2017

The National Electrical and Communications Association (NECA) is the peak association for the electrical and communications contracting industry and leads commentary on a wide variety of issues affecting the industry. For interviews or to subscribe to our media releases, please contact NECA's Media and PR Manager, Lynda Proude on 02 9962 6904 or 0457 767 328 or at lynda.proude@neca.asn.au

 

NECA SA Director to head up Electrotechnology IRC

At the beginning of 2016 the Australian Government introduced a new framework for engaging industry in the development of training packages that will guide the delivery of VET. MORE 

 

Faster Building Code transition great for sub-contractors

NECA has responded positively to reports that Senator Derryn Hinch has re-evaluated his position on landmark legislation governing the construction sector. MORE

 

NHP to be the lead sponsor of the 2017 National Excellence Awards

As the submission process kicks-off in the states and territories for the 2017 NECA Excellence Awards, we are very pleased to announce that our Platinum sponsor for the national finals in Sydney will be NHP. MORE

 

Young Tradesman dies after an electric shock in roof space

The electrical industry is shocked to hear of another tragic death of a tradesman working in a roof space of a Carlton NSW home this week.  Emergency services were called to the house near the corner of Short Street and Bent Street just before 3pm after reports the man, 25, had been electrocuted. MORE