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Read the latest news from the Australian Power Institute. Stay up to date with what's happening in our national community and our various programs on offer for those working and studying in the sector.
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API at CIGRE Australia's 2025 Conference – Showcasing the Next Generation of Power Sector Leaders
From 1–3 September 2025 , the Australian Power Institute (API) will be in Adelaide  for the CIGRE Australia Conference , bringing with us...
6 days ago2 min read
API Inspires Future Engineers at UQ’s High School Engineering Career Fair
In late July, the Australian Power Institute (API) team joined the University of Queensland’s Engineering Career Fair for high school...
6 days ago2 min read
Power Up Summit 2025 – Three Days of Insight, Inspiration & Industry Connection
Get ready to supercharge your career in the Australian power sector! The Power Up Summit  is back for 2025 – bringing together industry...
6 days ago2 min read
Your Pathway to a Career in Power Engineering: Study Options Across Australia
If you’re excited by the challenge of powering our homes, cities, and industries—and even driving the renewable energy transition—then a...
6 days ago3 min read
Mission: Decarbonise the Grid – Inspiring the Next Generation of Energy Heroes
As part of National Science Week 2025 , the Australian Power Institute (API) hosted an interactive online event, Mission: Decarbonise the...
6 days ago2 min read
We’re Upgrading – Help Us Keep in Touch!
At the Australian Power Institute, we’re always looking for ways to improve how we connect with you—our valued members, supporters, and...
6 days ago1 min read
Leadership Journeys: Breaking Barriers and Shaping the Future
Insights from Jenna Connellan (Transgrid) and Alexandra Price (Powerlink Queensland)Â In our latest Powerful Women Leadership Program...
6 days ago3 min read
Maximising Your API Membership: What to Expect in a Member Activity Plan (MAP) Meeting
API’s Member Activity Plans (MAPs) guide members to maximise benefits, engage in programs, and plan PowerUP Scholarships in Australia’s energy sector.
6 days ago2 min read
"Taking Time, Building Teams": Jason Hall on the Evolution of Leadership in Energy
When Jason Hall began his career over three decades ago, the energy sector was a different world—linear power flows, analogue systems,...
6 days ago2 min read
Celebrating the Next Generation of Power Talent: Highlights from the 2025 Power Up Scholarship Celebration
On 31 July 2025, the API community came together online to celebrate the newest recipients and graduating scholars of the Power Up...
6 days ago3 min read
Retaining Graduates in the Energy Sector: Insights from Australian Energy Week 2025
Moderator:  Bronwyn See, Australian Gas Trust Panel Members:   Stephanie Somerville, Australian Power Institute (API) Martin Kolos,...
6 days ago4 min read
Your Career Path in the Power Sector: How to Navigate Opportunities
The power sector is undergoing rapid transformation, offering a diverse range of career pathways for engineering graduates and...
Jul 292 min read
🔌 The Grid vs. TikTok: What Would Happen If Power Went Out for a Week?
You wake up. Your phone battery is dead. There’s no WiFi. The fridge is off. You can’t shower, make toast, or even boil the kettle. And...
Jul 152 min read
Leeanne Bond: Together We Engineer – Reflections and Advice for Women in Engineering
As part of the Australian Power Institute’s 2025 International Women in Engineering Day celebrations, trailblazer and engineering...
Jun 303 min read
Meet our 2025 Power UP Scholarship Recipients!
In 2025 we received a record number of applicants for our Power UP Scholarship, with an amazing cohort of high caliber candidates...
Jun 261 min read
The Future of Power Engineering: How API is Shaping a Smarter, More Inclusive Workforce
As Australia’s energy sector navigates one of the most complex transitions in its history, the demand for a smarter, more adaptive, and...
Jun 182 min read
Powered by Diversity: Celebrating Pride and Building Visibility in the Power Sector
June marks Pride Month – a time to celebrate the resilience, contributions, and visibility of the LGBTQI+ community. At the Australian...
Jun 182 min read
International Women in Engineering Day and Looking Ahead to 2026
Each year on 23 June, engineers and allies around the world come together to celebrate International Women in Engineering Day (INWED)—a...
Jun 182 min read
Power Up Summit 2025: Empowering the Next Generation of Energy Leaders
The Australian Power Institute (API) is thrilled to announce the upcoming Power Up Summit 2025, scheduled for August 27–29, 2025. This...
Jun 182 min read
Applications Now Open: TJ Effeney Award 2025 - Attend the CIGRE Australia Conference in Adelaide Fully Funded
The Australian Power Institute (API) is excited to announce that applications are now open for the 2025 TJ Effeney Award. This...
Jun 182 min read
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