Archived News for Industry Professionals
A $100 million challenge has been launched to reduce costs and expand the Australian solar industry.
Industry backs green goals
Coal and gas-fired power plant operators, alongside prominent business groups, want the Coalition to maintain the current climate target.
NT accused of ignoring VOCs
The NT Government is not adequately monitoring the health impacts of toxic chemicals released by Inpex's Ichthys LNG facility, reports allege.
Nuclear plan fleshed out
The Coalition has announced details of its plan to introduce nuclear energy in Australia.
Offshore project proposed
The Australian Government has made a preliminary decision on feasibility licences for offshore wind projects off the coast of Hunter, New South Wales.
Boeing facing flight claims
The US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is examining more issues with the Boeing 737.
Steelmaker commits to safety
A Victorian steel fabrication company has agreed to invest nearly $170,000 in health and safety improvements following a serious crane incident at its Corio factory.
EPA eyes giant coal plan
The NSW EPA is assessing the “largest coal-mining proposal ever put forward” in the state.
Fuel firm secures millions
An Australian company that creates hydrogen fuel has secured significant investment in the US.
Offshore wind site outlined
The federal government has approved a significant offshore wind energy zone off the New South Wales South Coast.
Industry gender gaps targeted
The Victorian Government has put up new money to address gender disparities in the energy and manufacturing sectors.
Lung disease study funded
The Queensland Government is funding a new research initiative for occupational dust lung diseases.
State funds BlueScope work
The NSW Government is funding the refurbishment of BlueScope’s plate mill at Port Kembla.
Unions link in NSW
The Australian Workers Union (AWU) and the Mining and Energy Union (MEU) have announced...
Beach approved for offshore gas
The Victorian government has approved a new gas extraction project near the Twelve Apostles, the first of its kind in over a decade.
Locals back Jabiluka call
The Northern Territory government has issued a two-year order to halt mining and exploration at Jabiluka, an uranium operation within Kakadu National Park.
New plans for old rigs
Chevron and Esso have both announced plans to address their decommissioned oil rigs off the coast of Australia.
Santos slapped for gas breaches
The Federal Court has ordered Santos to pay a $2,750,000 penalty for violations of the National Gas Rules.