Archived News for Industry Professionals - May, 2013
Over the next few months, more than 300 000 students will be asked to rate their experiences at a TAFE institute, private training or adult and community education provider as part of the 2013 Student Outcomes Survey.
TAFE Queensland gets the go ahead
The Queensland Government has announced the passage of legislation that will establish the TAFE Queensland as a new, independent statutory body.
Trades report highlights difficulties
The HIA Trades Report for the March Quarter 2013 has detailed an industry facing difficult headwinds in the coming years.
James Hardie announces Queensland expansion
Construction materials giant James Hardie has announced a $89 million expansion to its South East Queensland operations.
Investments at peak finds BREE
Investment in major resources and energy projects has peaked at $268 billion, according to the latest report by the Bureau of Resources and Energy Economics (BREE).
Anketell Point approved by Government
The Federal Government has announced it has granted approval for the Anketell Point Iron Ore Processing and Export Project in Western Australia, subject to 45 strict conditions.
Feds outline Melbourne Metro vision
The Federal Government has reaffirmed its support of the delivery of the $9 billion Melbourne Metro passenger train system, with Federal Infrastructure Minister Anthony Albanese saying that the Federal Budget would allocate $3 billion to be matched dollar-for-dollar by the State Government.
Government releases seacare WHS report
The Federal Government has released a new report on ways to improve seafarers work health and safety outcomes.
NSW launches freight safety campaign
An action plan to reduce workplace injury and illness in the NSW road freight transport industry has been launched by WorkCover NSW at Orange.
Victoria kicks off formal planning for East West Link
The Victorian Government has commenced the formal planning and consultation process for the proposed East West Link road project, according to State Minister for Roads Terry Mulder.
Embley bauxite mine approved
The Federal Government has announced it has approved Rio Tinto Alcan’s South of Embley buaixite mine in western Cape York, subject to 76 strict environmental conditions.
Fewer people undertaking training finds NCVER
The latest early trend estimates for trade and non-trade commencements show fewer people are starting an apprenticeship or traineeship.
Government announces jobs package
The Federal Government has revealed the full extent of its $1 billion jobs package, which it says will support an ‘innovative and dynamic economy’ and will produce more Australian jobs.
Government promises funding for asbestos plan
The Federal Government has announced it will invest $10.5 million for the delivery of a national approach to protect Australians from asbestos-related diseases.
Union membership steady finds ABS
The proportion of employees who were trade union members in their main job has been steady at 18 per cent for the last three years, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).
Victoria announces new conservation strategy
The Victorian Government has rolled out its new $1 billion Biodiversity Conservation Strategy, which it says will serve the needs of both the housing industry and the state’s biodiversity.
Investment to peak at $85 billion
Resources sector investment is set to peak in 201 at $85 billion, according to the latest figures released by international energy market experts Wood Mackenzie.
$68 million for training pathways
The Federal Government has announced it will contribute $68 million to the formation of a new, industry-led pilot training program aimed at developing new training pathways into high-demand trade and technical occupations.
Feedback sought on SA development plan
The Federal and South Australian Governments are seeking public feedback on three new mining and infrastructure plans that will aim to guide the rollout of major transport, logistics, energy and water projects in regional South Australian.
Government announces up-skilling fund
The Federal Government has announced $45 million in funding for a new Skills Connect Fund, which aims to provide industry with a single point of access for skills and workforce development support.
ARA welcomes new freight strategy
The Australian Railway Association (ARA) has welcomed the release of the new National Land Freight Strategy, following the meeting of the Standing council on Transport and Infrastructure (SCOTI).