CBS Ramps Up Building Site Licence Audits
4th June 2018
Consumer and Business Services (CBS) has ramped up its program of visits to building sites, checking for compliance with licensing and other requirements under the law.
Commercial, industrial and residential projects in the CBD and eastern suburbs are the first to come under the watchful eye of the licensing regulator. More than 100 licences have been checked to date, across three... MORE
Specialist Contractors SA Seminar on Tender Terms and Conditions
19th April 2018
NECA SA/NT has teamed up with the Air Conditioning and Mechanical Contractors Association (AMCA), the Master Plumbers Association (MPA), the National Fire Industry Association (NFIA) and the Australian Subcontractors Association (ASA) to create Specialist Contractors SA.... MORE
Asbestos and Air Conditioning Ductwork Safety Alert
5th April 2018
SafeWork SA have distributed a Safety Alert on Asbestos and Air Conditioning Ductwork.
Asbestos-containing millboard was once widely used in the construction industry due to its flame-resistant properties,... MORE
$50 Gift Card Available for NECA Members from WFI!
8th March 2018
As a small business owner you’ve got your hands full – there’s simply not enough minutes in the day to think about insurance. It’s no wonder most small businesses are underinsured. WFI get to know your business so that everything that matters is protected.
To check if your business is covered, and collect your $50 Visa card, book an appointment with a WFI insurance expert before... MORE
Notice from the OTR: Switchboard Upgrades
8th March 2018
It has come to the attention of the Office of the Technical Regulator that some Electrical workers are performing switchboard upgrades without involving SA Power Networks, by either working live or removing/replacing the SAPN Service Fuse themselves.
Working live is not a normal work practice as stated by Safework SA.
The OTR has put together a notice for Electrical workers and... MORE
NECA to Deliver Specialist Mentoring Services for Apprentices
2nd March 2018
NECA SA/NT has been contracted by the Department of Education and Training to deliver Electrical Industry Specialist Mentoring Services under the ISMAA Program. The Australian Government established this program to provide Australian Apprentices with the opportunity to access an intensive and specialist level of assistance that requires a detailed knowledge of the industry.
The... MORE
How to Secure and Recover Your Retention Money
27th February 2018
NECA Legal will be delivering a free webinar regarding the recovery of retention money on Wednesday 7 March.
The webinar will be presented by Jacques Nel, Senior Solicitor of NECA Legal Pty Ltd. Jacques is a senior construction lawyer with more than 15 years experience and is also a registered Adjudicator in NSW & QLD.
The 30 minute webinar will focus on recovery of retention... MORE
Search is On for South Australian Training Stars
22nd February 2018
Nominations for the 2018 South Australian Training Awards are now open!
The South Australian Training Awards (the Awards), hosted by the Training and Skills Commission are the State’s peak awards for... MORE
Metering Contestability Post Go-Live Update
19th February 2018
Metering Contestability – Metering changes in SA
Post go-live update
SA Power Networks have published an Industry News update today about the Metering Changes in SA.
Overview
Metering Contestability is now in effect and we have been working hard to ensure a smooth transition and will continue with further education... MORE
Security of Payment: High Court Ruling Declares Common Construction Contract Terms Invalid
15th February 2018
The High Court has today handed down two key decisions relating to security of payment - the Probuild and Maxcon decisions. These decisions provide important guidance about... MORE