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As the Federal Government prepares the country for the ‘Asian Century’, a new survey has shown the average Australian isn’t too big on our nearby neighbours.
Biodiesel transport back after drop in Australian dollar
A company with a real niche market in Australia has resumed operations. The country’s only biodiesel producer is jumping on a low Australian dollar and restarting exports.
Crossing safety awards for two state authorities
Transport bodies in Victoria and New South Wales have been praised for improvements to level crossing safety, with safety group Tracksafe giving its approval.
Funding committed for massive Sydney bypass
A joint funding agreement will see the construction of a 7.7km tunnel dubbed the ‘Sydney Bypass’.
MBA against 457 plan, calls for stop to proposed changes
Master Builders of Australia has come out against proposed changes to 457 visas, calling proposed changes an unwarranted and politicised attack.
New standards for underground utilities
A new set of standards has been released regarding underground utilities.
Poll shows strong support for Tasmanian wind farm
More than half of the respondents to a recent poll said they were in favour of a proposed $2 billion wind farm in Tasmania.
Rio Tinto retains diamond operations
After a year of courting buyers and business reviews, Rio Tinto has decided to shelf the plan to sell off its diamond division.
Telstra troubles continue as workers speak out
Reports say Telstra could have a serious problem in the wings, with several workers saying they were repeatedly exposed to unsafe asbestos levels and practices.
Vic government seeks consultation on freight plans
The Victorian Government is seeking to consult with transport industry members to develop an improved freight and logistics plan.
Work finally complete on Hume Highway duplication
The Prime Minister and Federal Transport Minister have officially opened the last Hume Highway bypass in New South Wales. The Federal representatives were joined by Duncan Gray, NSW Road Minister to cut the ribbon on the multi-million dollar bypass.
Workers locked out as energy industrial actions continue
Energy Australia has locked out workers from its Yallourn power station. The CFMEU Mining and Energy division says operators have been shut out indefinitely after industrial action over the weekend.
Newcrest investor relations swap out in the wake of scandal
The former head of Australian investor relations for Newcrest Mining is back at his old post. Reports today say Steve Warner has been filling in the firing line position for compatriot Spencer Cole in recent days.
Intrepid Mines board survives coup over lost Indonesia mine
A Hong Kong private equity group tried but failed to take over the board of the troubled resources company Intrepid Mines, as it tries to reclaim its 80 percent interest in a major Indonesian project.
Japanese Firms Buy Stakes In WA Mine
Mining and petroleum giant BHP Billiton has sold a 15 percent stake in the Jimblebar mine in West Australia to two Japanese conglomerates.
Queensland Hopes To Open The Flood Gates For Tourism
Queensland is reopening the Somerset Spillway Common which had been closed since sustaining damage in the 2011 floods, and is unveiling a plan to transform the Somerset region's network of dams into a natural tourism attraction.
Tinkler Cashes In Most Significant Remaining Asset
Embattled former coal baron and ex-billionaire Nathan Tinkler has sold his 19.4 percent stake in Whitehaven Coal for $2.96 per share.
Blacktown First Of Dozens Of NSW Health Facility Upgrades
Before he unveiled the NSW budget, Treasurer Mike Baird and Health Minister Jillian Skinner inspected early works on the state’s largest hospital building project, part of the budget’s $1.2 billion slated for health capital works.
NSW Budget Bolsters Infrastructure, Health, & Education Despite Tough Times
Road projects, Health, and Education are big winners in New South Wales’ 2013-14 budget announced this week, with nearly $800 Million going to upgrade the Pacific Highway.
Remote Jobs and Communities Program Begins Soon
The new Remote Jobs and Communities Program (RJCP) begins on 1 July, and the Government is announcing extra support to help job seekers and Community Development Employment Projects providers make the transition.
Sydney Takes The Point In Climate Change Battle
Australia knows global warming better than most other countries, especially after the hottest January ever. Sydney aims to lead the country in solving the problems that cause global warming.