Archived News for Industry Professionals
The operators of AGL's Bayswater and Loy Yang power stations have been fined $6 million by the Federal Court.
Gas paused at last minute
The Federal Court has ordered Santos to halt its Barossa gas project at the eleventh hour.
Native title for WA stretch
The Federal Court has recognised native title rights in WA’s northern Goldfields.
Powerful bid knocked back
Overseas investors have faced a setback in their proposed takeover of Origin Energy.
DEWR strike supported
Employees at the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations (DEWR) have opted to strike.
Expert silence questioned
Concern has been raised about the integrity of NSW inquiry into mining health impacts.
WA backs off pumped plan
The WA Government has decided against using pumped hydro as a replacement for the state's closing coal-fired power plants by 2030, citing feasibility issues.
Woodside seeks change
Woodside Energy wants the offshore approval system reformed, saying the current system is putting a major project at risk.
Fossil fuel decline plotted
Global authorities have issued a stark warning about fossil fuel demand.
State spending slows
Experts say planned infrastructure spending has dropped by nearly $12 billion in real terms this year.
Bryn Estyn gets going
The opening of a major facility is being touted as “a new chapter in Tasmania's water future”.
BHP sells major mines
Mining giant BHP has sold its Blackwater and Daunia coal mines to Whitehaven Coal for over $6 billion.
Builders reject insolvent claim
Major construction companies are pushing back against new federal payment regulations.
Ergon charged for farm death
Ergon Energy has received a $300,000 fine in relation to a workplace fatality.
Mine comp tests rescues
Mine rescue teams have tested their skills at the Victorian Mine Rescue Competition.