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The Pilbara region’s annoying jigsaw of a power network is set to undergo a major overhaul, as Australia’s biggest mining hub continues to grow.

Union fined for right-to-entry fights

The CFMEU has been fined $205,100 for illegal activity on building sites, with the judge in the case labelled the union’s record as “dismal”.

Watchdog's weary eye weighs-up Woodside

The ACCC is taking a deep look at Woodside Petroleum’s $US2.75 billion buy-out of LNG assets from a US energy firm, acting on concerns that the deal was designed to lift gas prices.

Whitehaven says new year could see coal price kick

Whitehaven Coal is feeling fairly optimistic about thermal and metallurgical coal prices in 2015, marking it as one of the only groups with a positive view on the sector.

New plan no better in massive mine hitch

A plan to divert water from two Queensland rivers into a new coal mine has been slammed as a “terrible” idea.

Watchdog will keep yapping at building bullies

The ACCC says it will stick to its guns in a fight to address boycotts and bullying on building sites, and has called for union members to speak out about dodginess at the higher levels.

Condiments and other comforts make it to space

A long-awaited shipment of groceries and gifts has finally been delivered at the International Space Station.

Expert dampens Barnaby's dam zeal

An environmental expert has slammed Federal Agriculture Minister Barnaby Joyce’s big dam plan.

Kuwaiti push sees planning shift for Port

Authorities are dropping height restrictions for buildings on a key plot of the Port Melbourne waterfront, following a big push by a Kuwaiti-backed construction company.

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No pay for time taken to stay safe

The Transport Workers’ Union has lost its appeal against a ruling that found owner-drivers should not be paid during their fatigue management breaks.

Oil money spoiling in time of high supply

A leading energy analyst says shares in gas giant Santos are worthless if current oil prices and exchange rates continue.

Report finds pockets of need in resource employment

Employment levels in mining and resources are well below what they once were, but experts say there are still shortages to be filled.

Safety stakes hurt by broad acceptance

A new report has found an acceptance among Australian workers of risk-taking and rule-breaking on the job.

Singapore secures first Gladstone gas

Gas is floating from Queensland’s Curtis Island port, marking the successful commission and testing of QCLNG’s Train 1.

Smart window offers double take

Engineers in Singapore have unveiled ‘smart window’ technology, which can adjust its tint to lighting conditions and gather electricity at the same time.

NAB kidnap claims see Palmer's PR guy detained

Astonishing reports today say the political media advisor to Clive Palmer has been arrested over the kidnapping of an NAB executive.

Jaws closing on bad apples

Former NSW Labor powerbroker Eddie Obeid and his disgraced ally Ian Macdonald are back in court today, as the trials of some of the shadiest men in politics continue.

Flood plan to stop tragic past repeating

Queensland is looking at options to boost flood defences for Ipswich and Brisbane.

Forklift finals crown kings and queens of warehousing

The thrilling final of the National Forklift Championships has been held in Brisbane, with crowds and competitors witnessing some of the best forklift operators in the game.