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Western Australia's Chamber of Minerals and Energy says cost-cutting measures by mining companies should not sacrifice occupational health and safety plans.
Building deaths bring court date and possible big fines
A construction company faces over a million dollars in fines after charges were laid by Canberra workplace safety authorities.
Contract rates queried after $24k short-change
Authorities are moving to ensure companies are paying their truck drivers correctly, after they found one NSW operator dodging the rules.
Electric post vans deliver efficient future
The chainsaw-like buzz of the classic postie bike may soon be replaced with the gentle whizzing noise of the future, as Australia Post starts its trial of electric delivery vans.
Farm transport allowance means no books for some
In Queensland, changes to work diary requirements for truck drivers are in effect.
Local rises to top of mine invention heap
An Australian engineer has been recognised for his contribution to the mining industry, with an invention that has made millions of dollars around the world.
Offshore 457 support needs questioned
The Federal Government is looking to remove a new requirement, forcing workers on offshore oil and gas rigs to have the support of a 457 visa.
Robotic rates rises in push for inhuman efficiency
Experts estimate that millions of jobs will be affected by the rise of robots in the next two decades, and Australian industries might be some of the hardest hit.
Safety and speed helped by level moves in Melbourne
The Victorian Government is claiming a win for community and driver safety, job creation and a cut to congestion with a plan worth over $450 million.
Santos plans to dig deeper than ever in NT quest
Santos says it will drill what may be Australia’s deepest exploration wells in its efforts to find shale gas and oil in the Northern Territory.
Asset sale spree starts with QLD looking to sell
The Queensland Competition Authority (QCA) has warned that electricity prices will rise by 13.6 per cent in July, while the State Government moves to sell some of its energy assets.
Building union brought to court over concrete claims
Fair Work has launched legal action against a CFMEU secretary accused of organising blockades.
Secondary moves slammed as choking technique
Master Builders Australia and a number of business groups have joined the fight against Australia’s “militant” union movement.
Waste site fight in court before moving back north
A fight over the site for nuclear waste dumping in Australia will hit Federal Court today.
Broad roads plan calls for $11bn improvements
Governments have made a worldwide call for companies interested in building a huge Sydney roads project.
Calls for WA gas stash to find better application
Fortescue has called for a “use it or lose it” policy with regard to Western Australia’s domestic gas reserves.
Cuts to save now leave future in better shape too
Though it may not be enough to stop the tide of unemployment rising in Australia’s automotive-manufacturing sector, one expert has a suggestion for way energy efficiency can boost local industries.
Familiar sticks to take control of machine safety
There is plenty of gear to keep workers safe around heavy machinery on a construction site, but a new device aims to reduce risks by running equipment from a remote distance.
Nines sites awarded for offshore oil digs
Nine new permits have been awarded for offshore oil exploration around Australia.
Poor price takes toll on coal workers
The coal price is being blamed for a string of job cuts on local mine sites.
Intentions questioned as inquiry money moves
Millions of dollars has been moved from the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse to pay for the home insulation inquiry.