Archived News for Industry Professionals
China letter looks like Adani's idea
Federal Government ministers have written a formal letter to China in support of the Adani Carmichael coal project.
CO2 surges to stunning high
Concentrations of atmospheric carbon dioxide surged in 2016 to the highest level in 800,000 years, according to a new report.
NT fields fracking report
If the Northern Territory dives headlong into gas development, it could make up to $5.8 billion over 25 years.
PC calls for carbon tax
The Productivity Commission has called for a carbon tax, describing Australia’s energy system as “an appalling mess”.
NSW looks at road 'bots
The NSW Government is preparing its roads for the driverless vehicles of the future.
Cash responds to leaving QC
The ABCC’s chief lawyer has walked out in protest against his former boss's conduct.
Missing manual won't slow House works
A contractor working on security upgrades at Parliament House has lost a 1000-page security manual.
PCH delays laid out
Officials have admitted lead contamination is not the only major problem at the Perth Children’s Hospital yet to be fixed.
PE cladding gap stays open
The Federal Government has rejected a ban on imports of combustible aluminium composite cladding.
Sector calls to save TAFE
Operators say TAFE is on the brink of collapse, with the system in critical decline.
Automation explosion studied
Mining automation is set to grow in value by almost 50 per cent by 2023, according to a new report.
Chevron sets sights on sea
Chevron Australia has snapped up three exploration interests in the Carnarvon Basin off WA.
Doubt thrown on Paris task
Authorities say the new national emissions plan could make it tough for some major industries.
NEG could hamper batteries
There is concern that the new energy policy pits renewables against fossil fuel ...
Pollution death toll mapped
A new report says pollution has been responsible for an estimated nine million premature deaths a year.
PM reveals new power plan
The Federal Government says its new energy plan brings much-needed certainty, but some say it is shirking its own role.
Developer donation ban looms
Queensland has introduced legislation to ban donations to local and state politicians from property developers, but not unions.
Federal Government could avoid CET
The Federal Government could ignore the Finkel review and work on its own plan to bring down electricity prices.
Adani makes bold rail claim
Adani says it will soon start work on a rail link for its Carmichael coal mine, despite needing billions in finance.