Archived News for Industry Professionals

A University of Wollongong team has taken out an international prize for renewable energy-based house design.

Fusion reactor coming together in France

The world’s latest bid has been launched in the effort to harness a form of energy which seems as revolutionary as it is elusive.

Palmer's Bimblebox project on to next phase

The Queensland Government has granted approval for one of the most contentious planned mining developments in the state, which will see a series of mines dug in what is currently a significant natural refuge.

Port decision delayed, pending more input

The Federal Government has again delayed its decision on approval for the planned multi-billion-dollar expansion of a major Australian coal port.

Privatisation protests see nurses on the street

Nurses in their hundreds have taken to State Parliament in Brisbane to voice their discontent with cuts to Queensland Health staff.

RBA takes cautious view with mines, jobs in decline

The Reserve Bank has moved on recent reports of a decline in mining profits, cutting its forecast as downturn ripples through industries.

Mansion stoush sorted in court

A sprawling monument to opulence in one of Melbourne’s most expensive suburbs has had its day in court.

TAFE probe dropped for election

A House of Representatives inquiry into the role and operation of TAFE campuses has been deflated by the announcement of the federal election.

Accusers pay costs in Canberra fire afterburn

Costs have been awarded in the extensive legal battle surrounding the Canberra Bushfires in 2003.

MRRT here to stay as Forrest's claim is felled

The Mining Resources Rent Tax will stay after the High Court ruled against a challenge which claimed the tax was unconstitutional.

Native title fishing rights awarded

A landmark case has been decided which will see indigenous Torres Strait Islanders gain native title to operate commercial fishing activities in the ocean expanse between Australia and Papua New Guinea.

Great prospects for golden gamma rays

Australian scientists have developed a technique which could see increased speed in the eternal rush for gold.

Claims of ministerial ignorance on air safety

A South Australian senator has slammed the federal minister for aviation for allegedly failing to respond to aviation safety recommendations.

Employment program seeking industry involvement

The Victorian Transport Association is calling on industry members to support the newly-commenced Indigenous Employment Program.

Federal Gov. blamed for QLD job stats

The Queensland Premier has blamed the Federal Government's lack of approval for new mines in the worsening unemployment situation in his state.

Greens plan to slash supply chains

The Greens are pushing an $85 million policy to shorten supply chains and improve access to locally-grown foods, but it is unclear what it might mean for transport operators.

Hairdressers, importers included in chemical security alert

Hairdressers are constantly in contact with dangerous and potentially deadly chemicals as a routine part of their job, but the same chemicals could have disastrous uses if they were to fall into the wrong hands.

Miner seeks more foreign investment

With many sceptical about increasing foreign ownership of Australian agricultural lands, it may be surprising to know some in the mining industry cannot get enough overseas investment, in fact it relies on it for survival, according to one industry expert.