Archived News for Industry Professionals
Local green banks say they need new rules to help finance an energy transition.
High tech car site backed
The NSW Government has announced $9.5 million worth of funding to build the largest government-run autonomous vehicle testing site in the southern hemisphere.
CSIRO regrets CCS silence
One of Australia's leading science bodies says it should have been more vocal in its support for carbon capture and storage (CCS).
Pay disparities targeted
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese wants to stop businesses paying labour hire workers less than direct employees for the same work.
Hells Gates set for delay
A $5.4 billion dam project in North Queensland is likely to be pushed back.
Pilbara legal case looms
Traditional owners are preparing a legal battle with mining giant Fortescue Metals Group over royalty payments in WA.
Hydrogen claims unpicked
New analysis throws doubt on the ability of a Victorian project using brown coal to make hydrogen.
Lead risk alert issued
Victorian businesses are being warned of the potentially deadly risks of working with lead.
NSW plans business boost
The NSW Government says it wants to “chart the course for the 800,000 strong small businesses”.
Regulator awards questioned
The outgoing head of Australia’s offshore oil and gas regulator has been accused of being “too close” to industry.
SwirlFlow set for global use
A CSIRO-developed device will be rolled out on mine sites following a recent agreement.
Solar battery recall continues
Federal authorities are warning of fire risks in solar energy storage batteries.
Energy expended on tax dodge
Five of Australia’s biggest energy and gas companies have paid no income tax for at least the past seven years.
Grok covers AGL options
A billionaire’s investment firm has laid out a series of strong suggestions for AGL Energy.
ACTU slams PM's wage claims
The ACTU has accused Prime Minister Scott Morrison of refusing a wage hike.
Builder signs safety bargain
John Holland has agreed to make $1.2 million worth of safety improvements after the death of a worker ...
Split views on super raid
Big names in the Australian industrial sector are divided over a plan to allow people to raid their superannuation for house purchases.
Waste tuned for mercury removal
Researchers have come up with a better way to remove mercury from the environment.
EU tightens tech protection
The EU is imposing tougher cyber security rules for energy facilities and other key sectors.