Archived News for Industry Professionals
Environmentalists say new Queensland laws would allow companies to avoid rehabilitating some mine sites.
PFAS class action launched
A class action has been filed against the Defence Department over PFAS contamination.
Sea Shepherd sails for Adani
Sea Shepherd is changing course in an attempt to stop Adani's Carmichael coal project.
States hold out on NEG
A new survey finds over 70 per cent of Australians want the government to set a high renewable energy target.
Sydney street shock reviewed
A report into a the near-electrocution of a girl on a Sydney CBD street has created some questions for contractors.
Slave bill seems toothless
The Law Council says proposed laws to shine a light on slavery could be too weak.
Adani makes smaller port plan
Adani has lodged a slimmed-down plan to expand the Abbot Point coal terminal.
Manufacturing change urged
Australian manufacturing must innovate or be swallowed up in just a few short years, according to one expert.
Silver makes machines sense
Researchers are working on ‘smart’ machine components that alert users when they are damaged or worn.
Alinta goes for green projects
Alinta Energy has called for expressions of interest for over 50 MW worth of renewable projects.
BHP offloading oil
BHP is moving to sell its onshore US oil and gas assets for a total of $14.2 billion.
China will find 5G role
Huawei says China will be involved in Australia’s 5G network regardless of potential government bans.
EV inaction called out
A Senate inquiry has heard Australian drivers could pay the price for inaction on electric vehicles.
Ice at work surveyed
Thousands of Australians turn up to work high on ice each day, a new report says.
NEG sessions could be split
A two-stage process might be used to get the national energy guarantee (NEG) happening.
Santos CSG reviews questioned
Santos has been accused of missing big points in a scientific review of its proposed 850-well Narrabri coal seam gas project.
NEG set to drive down bills
New modelling has found Australian households would save about $150 every year on their power bills under the NEG.
Super sued over climate action
A $50 billion super fund is being sued for failing to provide details on how it deals with climate change.