Archived News for Industry Professionals
If there’s one thing that the duelling wind rallies in Canberra proved, it’s that Aussies are behind wind power. And that means new opportunities for wind entrepreneurs and the job seekers that love them.
Submissions sought for changes in Stevedoring regulation
Public comment is now open and submissions welcomed on proposed changes to the Work Health and Safety Code of Practice for Managing Risks in Stevedoring.
The Sun Versus Wine: Europe Seeks A Settlement
The European Union's top trade official is heading to Beijing on Friday to talk about China dumping solar panels on the continent, and avoiding a trade war.
Big spend on FNQ infrastructure upgrades
The Federal Government has put up $210 million for essential infrastructure upgrades around the Cape York region of Far North Queensland.
Clive Palmer looking for bail-out in tough times
Reports have surfaced suggesting trouble in the Clive Palmer empire, but the mining boss' run for PM continues
Exploration funding increases investment in WA
61 drilling projects across Western Australia will share in a $7.2 million boost from the State Government; the funding is set to support the on-going search for minerals and petroleum.
The funds have already been hailed as a boost to the state’s reputation amongst investors both locally and globally.
FIFO GPs boost WA medical access
New stats show GP numbers in rural and remote Western Australia have risen for the first time since 2008, reports say its due to the increased fly-in fly-out medical positions.
Industry partnership for improving engineers
Engineers Australia has announced a Professional Development Partnership program with a major industry provider.
Lead levels and possible poisoning blamed on Xstrata
New research has suggested mining giant Xstrata’s operations in Mt Isa have caused lead poisoning in some of the city’s children.
NSW and Victoria team up for job site safety
WorkCover NSW and WorkSafe Victoria have begun a joint safety project. They’re working with local construction businesses to raise safety standards on either side of the border.
School asbestos concerns return following WorkSafe stats
A recent report has revealed a poor standard of asbestos identification and removal practices in Victorian schools.
Sydney sets its sights on a completely green future
A draft plan by the City of Sydney has suggested the metropolis could be powered by entirely renewable sources.
Take the power back; a push for community-owned renewable energy
A new initiative by the Coalition for Community Energy is calling on the Federal Government to fund the establishment of renewable energy sources in communities around the country.
Top prize for Australian engineer
An engineer has been awarded one of the country’s top honours on the Queen’s Birthday list.
WorkCover talks on injury prevention in QLD
A recent educational forum in Queensland has given valuable advice to business on minimising risk and preventing injuries at work.
Mining boost for NSW and SA
The NSW and SA mining industries will join forces to boost exploration, infrastructure and economic development through a new agreement signed by the states.
NSW renews contentious CSG licences
The New South Wales Government has renewed exploration lincences for the Coal Seam Gas industry to renew operations in the Pilliga Forest.
IEA releases climate policy framework
Keeping global temperature rises below 2 degrees Celsius is still a viable possibility, according to the International Energy Agency (IEA).
$100 million for better South Australian roads
The South Australian Government has announced it will commit $100 million to fund to improve road safety across the state in this year’s Budget.
ACT commits to light rail
The ACT Government has committed a total of $17 million for the construction of a light rail service for the Canberra in its 2013-14 Budget.
ARA ups ante over driverless train argument
The Australasian Railway Association (ARA) has slammed the NSW Rail, Train and Bus Union for using ‘fear tactics to prevent productivity’ after the New South Wales Government announced the rollout of full-automated rapid transit driverless trains.