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Rail workers across Sydney have voted in favour of escalating industrial action.
Stone ban looms
SA authorities are reminding operators that importing engineered stone will be banned next year.
States ranked for business cred
The Business Council of Australia (BCA) has declared South Australia the best Australian state for doing business.
New sleepers studied
Finnish researchers have found a way to make railways more environmentally sustainable.
Nuclear plan lands
The Coalition’s nuclear energy plan promises billions in savings - but skips the fine print.
Rio Tinto bids big on lithium
Rio Tinto is investing $2.5 billion to significantly expand its Rincon lithium project in Argentina.
Renewable push hits new peak
The Albanese government has outlined the successful projects in Australia’s largest renewable energy tender.
CEFC backs critical transition
Australia's mining sector is getting a green makeover with US$75 million in CEFC funding.
Net Zero job filled
David Shankey has been appointed as the first CEO of the Net Zero Economy Authority, a new body driving Australia’s transition to a low-carbon future.
BHP boss calls for change
BHP says Australia's mining future hinges on rocks, reforms, and racing against global rivals.
Big funds for rare earths hub
The Australian Government has put up $475 million to develop the Eneabba Rare Earths Refinery in Western Australia.
PFAS calls accepted
The Albanese Government has announced sweeping reforms to support communities grappling with PFAS contamination near Defence bases.
New sub probe launched
After less than 18 months of operation, Australia's $368 billion submarine agency is under review.
Nuclear low in CSIRO ranking
A CSIRO report again shows renewables are a far cheaper option than nuclear.
Santos costs ordered
Santos has won $9 million in court costs from environmental lawyers who challenged a planned pipeline.
Welding fume review opens
Safe Work Australia wants feedback on a proposal to lower the exposure standard for aluminium welding fumes.
Stats back bigger efforts
Australia has made progress in its efforts to combat climate change, but the road ahead remains steep.
Dam power date pushed back
Queensland’s flagship hydro project is facing soaring costs and slipping deadlines.
Power profit case thrown out
The Federal Court has dismissed Australia's largest energy-related class action.