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Researchers will use some novel techniques to assess the state of Australia’s inland rivers, and determine what might result from over-extraction of groundwater in the future.
Human costs of coal in China
Greenpeace is accusing a Chinese state-owned mining company of massive damage to Mongolian water systems, allegedly sucked dry by the unquenchable coal-mining effort.
Mine funds pumped for dumping
Investigations have led to charges for several Queensland mining operators, after it was found they had improperly dumped wastewater into local systems.
Teething issue reveals Gippsland monster
An ancient tooth found in a riverbed near Gippsland has led to the discovery of a pre-historic water-dwelling reptile.
Uranium upswing illuminates outlook
The Federal Government is glowing over uranium - looking toward a radioactive future to boost Australian jobs and the economy, despite a global drop in nuclear power production.
Australia on board the freight train
Industry experts have observed a shift in favour of Australian logistics industry development and expansion of haulage-management technology.
Celebrating the art of building
An event in Sydney will see four dramatic examples of fine Australian engineering celebrated as works of industrial art.
Cruze halted, engineers summoned
More strife for the embattled Australian car-maker, with reports Holden is waiting on engineers to finish the new Cruze.
Industry clearing up invisible gas claims
The chief executive of Origin Energy says the Coal Seam Gas industry should be completely transparent to allay fears from anti-CSG groups.
Katherine skirted for $10 million
The Federal Government has announced it will put up $10 million for the first stage of a heavy vehicle bypass of Katherine in the Northern Territory.
Major rail link tender sought
One Australian company may take on the biggest job of its history, with the call put out for tenders to build Victoria’s East West Rail Link.
Mining profits hit IT hiring
A new study says the rate of hiring in the technology sector has been reduced by a downturn in mining profits.
Peabody slashes 400 jobs in QLD and NSW
Peabody Energy will cut 400 positions across its NSW and QLD coal mines, pointing to challenging market conditions as the reason for sackings.
Silver lined up in NSW
A mining group will soon deliver its environmental impact study in preparation for work on a new silver mine in New South Wales.
Smart drivers avoid breach sweep
A recent education campaign may have helped reduce the number of truck drivers caught in a sweep of compliance enforcement this year.
Toll both building and bargaining
Construction has begun on transport and logistics group Toll’s new $24 million hub in Hobart, while the company threatens thousands of employees planning a strike.
Top-tier truckers needed
The talent pool for transport managers and heavy-haulage coordinators is reportedly dwindling, according to recruiters.
Transport confidence down, confusion up
The Commonwealth Bank 'Future Business Index' report says confidence in transport and logistics has plummeted, as industry players view operations for the rest of the year with trepidation.
ACTU calls for step up in women's role
A recent forum has taken stock of the role of women in Australian technical and trade industries, and found numbers are far too low.
Fibre-optic crews left $15 million short
Unions Tasmania is claiming the company tasked with rolling out the National Broadband Network owes workers millions of dollars, which the company has called an “invoicing-related matter”.
Holden sheds workers for shaky future
Four hundred Holden workers in Adelaide have taken voluntary redundancies, finishing work this Friday in an attempt to save the iconic brand.