Archived News for Industry Professionals

The United Firefighters Union has accused Victorian authorities of sending its members to battle the Morwell mine fire with inadequate protection from poisonous fumes, and against the warnings of its own expert.

Industry calls for road charge change for more funding avenues

A new report has added weight to the argument that all users should pay for roads, highlighting new ways to fund advanced infrastructure.

New air of safe driving blows through NSW roads

Some New South Wales drivers will have breathalysers attached to their ignition systems in coming weeks, as the state rolls out its technological weapon in the fight for road safety.

Old school planning programs slammed

Some of the biggest names in transport planning say current computer models are inadequate and obsolete.

Rail boss wants inroads to Chinese imports

The chief executive of Australia’s largest rail company has encouraged growth through free trade with China, while firing 50 staff.

Smashing plates make mountains curl

Advanced modelling has solved a generations-old geological question, as scientists investigate why long, curvy mountains form near places where tectonic plates smash together.

Job loss rumours swirl around long supply line

A regional newspaper has reported that a major gas project could be getting shut down, but the company behind has said nothing.

Nuclear on list for novel, profitable, new Australian age

A new report from analysts at Deloitte Access Economics has highlighted 25 sectors that could drive the Australian economy in the future, including nuclear power generation and waste storage.

Woodside wants half-century of floating gas flows

Woodside’s floating Browse gas project will produce 17,000 barrels of LNG per day for fifty years, the company hopes.

Abetz lays groundwork for broad building changes

The Federal Government believes jobs and capital are at stake, as it moves to reduce union power on building sites.

Age-pay adjustment condemned

Paying 20-year-old workers at the same rate as 21-year-olds will “kill jobs” and rend the already struggling retail sector, an industry lobby says.

Closed talks in Tasmania to chop up tree deal

The newly-elected Tasmanian government has made the first cuts in its effort to fell the Tasmanian Forests Agreement.

Tech firms try for transparency while Joyce dangles cows

Some of the world’s leading online companies and communities have spoken out about efforts to “fast track” the Trans-Pacific Partnership, saying governments should ease up in their push to create a corporate-friendly, freedom-restricting future.

Roy Hill's green light beams with $7.2 billion bulb

The biggest mining project in Australia is now locked in, with Gina Rinehart securing a $7.2 billion deal for work at Roy Hill.

Toyota pays up after 'sticky pedal' deaths

Toyota will pay an incredible $1.32 billion to settle a criminal investigation into deadly safety issues

Prime site sales push public tenants from foreshore

Hundreds of public housing tenants will be moved from their foreshore homes, as the New South Wales government moves to capitalise on the valuable sites.

Repeal voted down leaves carbon price alive for now

The Senate has voted down a bill to axe the carbon tax, depriving the Prime Minister of a much-touted election promise and setting the scene for another fight in July.

Export fund says $110 million loan to Chile helps Australia

Australian taxpayers will lend $110 million to BHP Billiton and Rio Tinto to expand a mine in Chile.

Joyce jabs at Unions' safety hook

Alan Joyce has again lashed out at the Australian union movement, claiming it has been spreading rampant lies to fight efforts for more foreign investment.