Archived News for Industry Professionals
Some enterprising technologists are beginning to bring augmented reality to the everyday workplace, with research showing the office of the future could be right before our eyes.
Locals given voice on giant Georgetown multi-farm plan
A huge Integrated Food and Energy Development (IFED) has been declared a “state co-ordinated project” in Queensland, with residents soon able to have their say on the plan that will consume over half a million megalitres from a nearby river.
Scientists launch combined fight to stop fishing free-for-all
Over two hundred marine scientists have come out against a New South Wales State Government plan to permanently allow recreational fishing in environmentally sensitive areas.
City busting out electric bus trial
A trial is on in the UK to test an innovative solution to pollution from public transport, with electric buses rolling between wireless charging points in London.
Fatal figures show room to improve heavy practice
A workplace safety authority has renewed the call for patience and caution when using heavy equipment, after nearly four dozen people were crushed last year.
Fishery funding to factor weather, food and future
Funding has been awarded to a number of projects aimed at creating a truly sustainable fisheries industry for Australia.
Lobby says thousands of new workers needed, many disagree
The Australian Industry Group wants to increase the immigration intake cap by 30,000 people in the next financial year, saying the country needs more skilled workers.
Pilbara drivers say local pool is far from dry
A group of Western Australian truckies have countered the push by the ATA to bring in heavy vehicle operators on 457 visas.
Solid blocks should hold back bullying torrent
A senior lecturer at the University of New South Wales has doused some of the mounting concern over new workplace bullying laws.
Split leaves Hunt standing on RET, PM looking for more coal fires
The Federal Environment Minister is one of a dwindling number still in support of Australia’s Renewable Energy target, with the Prime Minister more excited about the “superabundance” of coal.
Study heats up on people burning to work in NT
Anyone who has seen the news or been outside recently will know that Australia is experiencing a hot flush.
New age of European gas coming as BP stretches further
Many European counties will have an entirely new set of options for resources and energy in coming years, as a number of major projects bring the continent’s new power paradigm closer.
Santos owns up to spills and leaks in NSW forest
One of Australia’s largest oil and gas firms has been fined for the failed reporting of more than dozen environmental incidents.
Stressed staff use internet as escape, study says
A recent study has suggested that people who feel pressured or overloaded at work may waste time on the internet as a coping mechanism.
Study suggests local gas stash unlikley
A federal government report has all but destroyed the chance of some of Australia putting gas on reserve, set aside for domestic manufacturing.
Tape cutting takes off with mandates laid out
Federal cabinet ministers will spend the next few weeks rooting out redundant and unnecessary laws, after the Prime minister mandated that thousands be repealed.
Appeals stall rates and roads after $2.5 mil Broken Hill bill
An appeal has been launched in an ongoing battle over rates and responsibilities for councils and companies near Broken Hill.
Big questions on bacterial baggage tackled
Questions have been answered about the complex array of bacteria that live in and on our bodies, one of the most exciting and expansive new fields of biology.
Cheap fix for water split could yield new power
A new technique may bring a totally renewable reality a little bit closer, improving the ways electricity from wind and solar can be stored.
Reports warn of action at Dawson mine
Industrial action seems likely as a battle brews at one of Queensland's largest coal mines.
A new view to see goods move better
Some of the world's brightest minds have come up with a new way to move packets, which could speed up movements in virtual and physical networks.