Archived News for Industry Professionals - July, 2023
Nuclear site knocked back
A federal court has ruled against the government's plan to build a nuclear waste facility ...
ACCC issues greenwash guide
The ACCC has released guidance as part of its mission to end greenwashing.
Big fine for chipper death
A record $2.25 million fine has been imposed on a tree removal company following a fatality in NSW.
Building issues keep mounting
Residential construction companies in Australia are experiencing a wave of collapses, leaving depositors and home buyers in a dire financial situation.
Gold mine fire contained
A rapid response has reportedly contained a fire that caused significant damage to the processing plant at Kalgoorlie's Super Pit gold mine.
Lift case drives union call
A lift company has been fined over $200,000 for unjustly firing two union delegates who raised safety and entitlement concerns.
Stitched mushrooms build strong
A new engineering solution sounds like it could come from the story of the three little pigs.
Nuclear not needed
Experts say nuclear power should not be considered as part of Australia's strategy to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
Solar surge continues
Australian households are embracing rooftop solar installations at an unprecedented rate.
EU trade talks drag
Australia and the European Union have hit a roadblock in their five-year-long negotiations for a free trade agreement.
Queensland outlines big REZ
Queensland has unveiled plans to establish 12 renewable energy zones (REZs) as part of a $62 billion energy transition initiative.
Fukushima flow protested
Japan's plan to release treated wastewater from the damaged Fukushima nuclear power plant is causing anxiety among its neighbouring countries.
South32 slapped for thirst
Mining company South32 after admitting to draining drinking water in NSW.
"Nightmare" sites slammed
New South Wales Building Commissioner David Chandler has expressed horror at the “third world” and “nightmare” safety conditions observed at two construction sites in Newcastle.