TasNetworks commenced operations on 1 July 2014. It was been formed by a merger between Aurora's distribution network (the poles and wires) and Transend's network (the big towers and lines).;;;;TasNetworks supplies the power from the generation source to homes and businesses through a network of transmission towers, substations and powerlines. They also:;;- build, maintain and operate the network;;- establish new connections where infrastructure does not currently exist;;- respond to, and repair, outages and faults;;- operate and maintain a 24-hour fault call centre;;- read, replace and repair meters;;- provide education, advice and information about electrical safety;;- deliver nationally accredited training to lineworker apprentices, contracts and sub-contractors, local councils and civil construction organisations;;- own and operate telecommunications for customers in the electricity industry and other industries.;;