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Oil and petroleum giant BP has announced it has started work on the construction of the $20 million expansion of its Largs North Terminal.
Gas a double-edged sword finds AI Group
More should be done to ensure the emerging gas boom in Australia benefits the general population, according to a new report into the benefits and potential costs associated with the boom, according to a report released by the Australian Industry Group (Ai Group) and the Plastics and Chemicals Industries Association (PAICA).
Government announces apprenticeship reforms
The Federal Government has announced a major overhaul of the country’s apprenticeship system, with Minister for Skills, Senator Chris Evans, saying as much as 21,000 apprentices will be recruited under the reform.
NSW opens more road to higher productivity trucks
The New South Wales Government has announced additional access for farm freight trucks east of the Newell Highway in the state’s northwest.
Queensland to recommence uranium mining
The Queensland Government has announced it will convene a three-member implementation committee to oversee the recommencement of uranium mining in the state.
SANTOS shale gas operations begin
Santos has commenced commercial operations of its first shale gas well in South Australia, with unconventional gas now set to be used in homes around the state.
Tasmania outlines ambitious infrastructure scheme
The Tasmanian Government has announced it is seeking almost $900 million for 22 strategic infrastructure projects in its latest submission to the Federal Government’s Nation Building 2 Program (NB2).
Choose wisely urges NCVER
Students should always keep in mind their end goal when choosing between associate degrees or advanced diplomas, according to new report released by the National Centre for Vocational Education and Research (NCVER).
WA moves to protect subcontractors
The Western Australian Government has announced a suite of initiatives aimed at protecting subcontractors working on building sites run by Building Management and Works (BMW).
Alpha's EIS released
The Queensland Coordinator-General has announced the release of an environmental impact statement (EIS) for the $4.2 billion South Galilee thermal coal project as part of the Alpha coal mine in Central Queensland.
Side airbags get safety nod
The Victorian Government has released the results of a study into the effectiveness of side airbags at the Australian Performance Vehicles (APV) Tech Centre in Melbourne.
CSG Scientific Committee to form
The Federal Government has passed legislation that will establish the Independent Expert Scientific Committee that will provide advice on coal seam gas and large coal mining to the Government.
Discovery Metals rejects Chinese bid
Minerals explorer Discovery Metals has announced it has refused the $830 million unsolicited joint bid from Chinese private equity groups Cathay Fortune and China-Africa Development Fund.
Offshore resource workers given visa certainty
The Federal Government has announced it will legislate to amend the Migration Act to clarify the visa requirements for workers in offshore maritime zones.
VicRoads launches truck safety blitz
Heavy vehicle safety and roadworthiness has been brought under the spotlight under a new initiative launched by VicRoads in conjunction with Victoria Police and WorkSafe Victoria.
WA approves first uranium mine
The Western Australian Government has announced it has granted environmental approval for the construction of the state’s first uranium mine.
WA to expand MIAC
The Western Australian Government has announced an expansion of the Mining Industry Advisory Committee in a bid to promote greater representation from the sector.
Work safety up, but we've got a way to go
Compensated injury fatalities are continuing to decrease, but more must be done to ensure the nation’s workplaces are the safest they can possibly be, according to a new report released by Safe Work Australia.
Australia to sign up to Cape Town Convention
The Federal Government has announced it will sign up to the Cape Town Convention to provide the country’s airlines with access to lower cost finance for aircraft purchases.
Commonwealth backs Avalon airport
The Federal Government has announced it will support the Victorian Government’s attempt to position Avalon airport as the state’s second international airport.
Dulux crowned most trusted brand
infolink.com.au has announced the results of its annual Top Trust Brands survey, revealing Dulux as the country’s most trusted building brand in a field of 629 contestants.