Archived News for Industry Professionals - October, 2013
Researchers at the University of Queensland have hit upon a pretty sweet idea, which could see lemons used to create clean, renewable jet fuel.
Price hikes unlikely as NT Gov. keeps promise
The Treasurer of the Northern Territory says the Government will not take on recommendations that say it should hike up utilities prices.
Big wigs give word on work law, resources
A number of prominent Australian business leaders have voiced their opinions on what the Prime Minister should do during his first term.
Latrobe's rough tender process probed
Inspectors have been called in to have a look into transparency in Victoria’s Latrobe City Council tender process.
Public disdain of cheap houses built by media, politicians
A survey suggests concerns about affordable public housing bringing down property values and generally ruining the neighbourhood may be unfounded.
Review to cast new eyes on indigenous work
The Prime Minister has announced a review of Australia’s Indigenous Training and Employment initiatives, to be led by former Fortescue CEO Andrew Forrest.
Territory workers holding on for one per cent
Public sector workers in the Northern Territory have voted against a recent wage offer, calling for an extra one per cent increase.
'Progress' on plans for NT nuke dump
Plans to build a facility that would store nuclear waste from around the world at a station in the Northern Territory are reportedly “progressing”.
All is not well for frequent-flying workers
A study has found that even whopping pay cheques are not enough to keep some workers at the coalface in regional areas.
Cuttlefish impacts may scuttle port plan
An environmental impact study has been released for a proposed export facility at Port Bonython in South Australia, finding it could affect the seasonal cycles of giant Australian cuttlefish.
Premier sweet-talked over saline water risks
Residents of a town in New South Wales have taken their ongoing battle over coal seam gas drilling to the state’s Premier.
Cattle need rail to get out of Queensland, report says
A review ordered by several industry groups and local councils in Queensland has led to a push for more cattle train services.
Dozens fail in Cootes' safety haul
Dangerous defects have forced Cootes Transport to pull dozens of its trucks off the road.
Federal customs, security and safety boost for Melbourne Airport
A new facility for the Australian Federal Police will allow agents greater access and abilities at the Melbourne Airport.
FMG lay down the law on western tracks
The Fortesque Metals Group (FMG) is fighting to hold onto tight control of its railways, challenging the regulator that sets the price for others.
Industry responding to dust ailments
The Australian Workers’ Union is putting on seminars in Western Australia to warn miners of the diseases that could be drifting right in front of them.
Melbourne tunnel's 'shonky' foundations defended
The Victorian Government has had to justify the business case underpinning a multi-billion dollar tunnel project, which is already underway.
New line eases train strain
The Victorian Government has reopened a freight line that was so deteriorated it had not carried trains for the last six years.
OHS inspector lock-out could be deadly
There is a claim today that new construction safety laws could actually endanger workers.
Passing accessories to nuclear ignition
A milestone has been passed on the path to a paradigm shift in energy production.
Poor outlook on Wide Bay Aurizon
The closing of several freight depots on the central Queensland coast could make it hard to get anything moving, one Mayor says.