Archived News for Industry Professionals
A push to ramp-up Australia’s uranium industry continues, with exploration permits handed out for new grounds in the Northern Territory.
Years more for Mt Arthur
The life of the Mt Arthur coal mine has been extended to 2026 with permission for more explosives too.
Abandoned asbestos lands fines on Hanna
A New South Wales man has been charged for illegally dumping eight truckloads of toxic building materials.
Big push to grab gas
A big campaign has been launched this week to push for an Australian domestic gas reservation policy.
Locals lock-down sites in anti-coal spree
Activists claim to have shut down production at a number of mines in New South Wales, after community groups made a concerted effort to impede Whitehaven Coal.
New days for some trades as mining sun sets
Big concerns for the future of many Australian jobs, with tough times forecast in major industries.
Tax grift taking billions
New investigations have shown just how much money Australia’s biggest companies are avoiding paying in tax.
Billions in balance as councils challenge road spend
Contracts are being signed but still no business case for an $8 billion infrastructure project in Victoria.
Gas stacked higher than Sun on UK green scale
Researchers have investigated the impacts of certain gas ‘fracking’ techniques, and found that they can be more environmentally-friendly than wind or solar plants.
Union clings to Labor's line as LNP forces change
Farmers, industry groups and the Federal Government are all calling for reform of coastal shipping regulations, but the Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) says it won’t happen without a fight.
Big names on board for new moves into China
A Hong Kong-based logistics giant is making moves toward Australia.
Broad body puts out call for job support
More than forty companies that support the building, mining and energy industries say Federal Government moves could put thousands of jobs at risk.
Crush count triggers louder warnings
There have been several recent incidents where heavy vehicles and trailers fatally crushed workers, and the dark trend has prompted new warnings.
Fight forming over outback fracking
Insiders say a growing stoush in a WA gas field could be the next flashpoint for tensions between miners and indigenous groups.
Rockefellers roll forward on green tide
The heirs to one of the world’s great oil empires are getting out of the family business.
Truck trial at dawn of smarter cars
Transport for NSW has approved the test of equipment that uses a network of radars to give truck drivers a better view on safety.
WA digs up new top dollar
New WA Department of Mines and Petroleum figures show a 20 per cent increase in the state’s total resource industry value from last year.
Builder holds door open for chance of lift to space
A Japanese building firm says it wants to smash the tallest building record with one of the most ambitious projects in history.
Calls for big tax grab as giants hide their wealth
Australia will seek to claw back billions of dollars that big mining, building and technology companies funnel out of the country to avoid tax.
Health and business boost worth price on carbon
Research from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has shown that carbon pricing and climate action are not just for greenies – they can have real economic benefits as well.
Industrial change in the air, substance coming soon
Australia’s industrial relations laws could be about to change, with indications that new workplace inquiries and legislation are on the way.