Test & Tag Training

A training provider has been found to have misled consumers about its online White Card courses, with claims of "Pay Only When you Pass" and "Same Day Interim Certificate".

It highlights the importance to look beyond price and speed when choosing accredited training, and to check how practical skills and competency are actually assessed.

Read more in June’s Test & Tag Update:
https://www.testandtagtraining.com.au/blogs/test-tag-news/june-test-tag-news-electrical-recalls-worksafe-inspections-eofy-deals

We're celebrating 20 years in business 🎉

To show our gratitude for all your support over the years, Appliance Testing Supplies has its biggest ever EOFY now on.

If you've been thinking about stocking up, now's a great time to grab a deal.

https://www.portableappliancetesters.com.au/collections/sale

⚠️ Product Recall Update

The Cygnett MagSlim 5K Power Bank was originally recalled in April, but the recall has since been updated to include additional batch numbers.

The affected sale period has also been extended, now covering products sold between 16 December 2025 and 20 April 2026.

👉 Full recall details:
https://www.productsafety.gov.au/search-consumer-product-recalls/magslim-5k-power-bank-black-updated

"We've always done it this way."

According to WorkSafe Victoria, that's one of the most common responses inspectors encountered during their recent manufacturing safety blitz in Dandenong, with findings released in May.

After 341 workplace visits, inspectors issued 272 improvement notices covering machinery, guarding, manual handling, and dangerous goods.

As WorkSafe pointed out, industry practice doesn't always align with best practice - or even compliance.

🎉 20 Years in Business

This year marks 20 years in business for the wider group - a milestone we’re incredibly proud of.

Over the years, we’ve helped thousands of students across Australia and New Zealand get trained in test & tag, supported businesses with equipment, and built a team genuinely passionate about this industry.

A huge thank you to our customers, students, partners and team members who’ve been part of the journey.

To celebrate, we’re going bigger this EOFY too - with specials kicking off through Appliance Testing Supplies from 1 June for anyone looking to upgrade equipment or stock up.

Plenty happening in the test and tag space this month 👀

From Federal Budget changes and compliance insights through to HIRE26, winter tag colour changes, and something exciting on the EOFY horizon.

Catch up on the latest May update 👇

Test & Tag News May 2026 | Budget Updates, HIRE26 & EOFY News May has delivered no shortage of movement across the test and tag space - from policy shifts and industry events through to practical compliance challenges that are becoming harder for growing businesses to ignore. With EOFY now in sight, the timing couldn’t be more relevant. Federal Budget 26-27 ...

Winter is almost here 🔵

Which means a quick reminder for businesses working under construction, demolition and mining intervals - the colours are switching next month. A new quarter is coming, and that means a switch to blue test tags this June.

If scheduled testing is on the horizon, now’s a good time to make sure you’re ready for the changeover.

We’re all set up at HIRE26 👋

If you’re at the show, swing by Stand 41 and say hello.

We’re here talking all things test & tag for the hire industry - from training through to equipment and bringing compliance in-house.

SafeWork NSW has been increasing on-site inspections again, with recent targeted blitzes in construction areas like the Hunter Valley focusing on how safety processes are actually being applied in real conditions.

It’s a clear sign that compliance is being checked more proactively, not just after incidents or reports.

Stay across the latest industry updates
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The 2026 Federal Budget has landed, and there are a few interesting updates if you work in the test and tag or electrical safety space.

A few that stood out:

✅ The $20,000 instant asset write-off is now permanent
✅ Mandatory Australian Standards are set to become more accessible
✅ Stronger support for businesses in compliance-heavy sectors

We’ve broken down what it could mean for the test and tag industry.

2026 Federal Budget: Key Changes for Test & Tag The 2026 Federal Budget includes changes that may affect test & tag, from the $20,000 instant asset write-off to Australian Standards access and productivity reforms.