Archived News for Industry Professionals
Two Australian engineering students will get a chance to test their hypersonic ideas in a project that could revolutionise modern transport.
McAleese deals with lower iron price
Transport contractor McAleese has detailed the cost of the dwindling iron ore price – and its dealings with Atlas Iron – on its bottom line.
Thousands fall on Worley Parson's poor outlook
Worley Parsons has become the latest victim of poor commodity prices, announcing over 2,000 people will lose their jobs across its operations.
$200m to overhaul apprenticeships
The Federal Government says a new $200 million annual investment will improve the state of Australia’s apprenticeship system.
Big bill follows bulldozer frenzy
A Darwin contractor was the victim of over $300,000 worth of vandalism on the weekend, after joy-rider broke in and went to town with a bulldozer.
BIS report shows building money on the move
New figures show the value of civil construction is dropping, and could be on the way to a sector-wide collapse.
Government building on safer basis
The Federal Government has put out new resources to keep Commonwealth-funded building projects safe.
Macfarlane solidifies gas links
The Industry Minister has been spruiking links between the Australian and United States’ energy sectors.
May Day marches mark growing wage threat
Workers around the country have marched on various issues, in the annual May Day union rallies over the weekend.
Study slams housing help at high end
A new report is aimed at ending the myth that tax concessions for the wealthy help everyday Australians.
Tesla heads home for new energy revolution
Tech firm Tesla is making a foray into the commercial energy market, with a series of new batteries designed to store energy at the home, business and utility scale.
Top 5's big take could be raided
New figures reveal the five coal companies that receive most taxpayer-subsidised diesel via the notorious Fuel Tax Credits scheme.
Department urges dig for equality
The WA Department of Mines and Petroleum (DMP) has been held up as an example for women in leadership roles.
Drone docks give permission not to land
A University of Sydney researcher has successfully tested a method for docking and refuelling drones in mid-air.
Greens push for right to shut the gate
A Tasmanian Senate standing committee is reviewing a bill that gives landholders the right to refuse gas mining on their property.
New fuel draws diesel from water
Audi has produced a few litres of what they call the “fuel of the future”; a new brew for diesel consisting of water, carbon dioxide and 'green materials'.
ATA keeps up rego talk
Australian Trucking Association (ATA) CEO Chris Melham says progress must be made toward a national registration system for heavy vehicles.
BHP reveals its sweet dealings
The Tax Office is chasing BHP Billiton for more than $500 million in payments it avoided by shovelling profits overseas.
Call for CASA to open up
A report by the Commonwealth Ombudsman says the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) needs to be more publicly accountable.
Dark day to mark start of improvement
Tuesday was World Day for Safety and Health at Work and Workers’ Memorial Day, an important event to remind businesses of their safety obligations, and to remember those killed at work.