Archived News for Industry Professionals - May, 2016
Legal fight launched on coal giant
This week has seen the start of what could be a landmark climate change case in Australia.
AirAsia fault claims surface
Australian passengers were flying on a faulty Indonesian jet for up to a year before it crash, reports this week claim.
Coroner calls for hot work standards
Queensland’s coroner has urged industries to stop outdoor work in extreme heat to prevent worker deaths.
Roe 8's legal road lengthens
A Perth court has heard the West Australian Government’s appeal against a Supreme Court decision overturning the environmental approval for its Roe 8 project.
Steel talks to call for Federal funds
SA's Premier and senior ministers will discuss taxpayer-funded investment in the Whyalla steelworks on Tuesday afternoon.
Bold claims at May Day rallies
There were loud assertions from unions at May Day rallies over the weekend as they pledged to maintain their various fights.
Cactus skins for future cars
Engineers have taken design tips from the humble cactus to transform electric vehicle technology.
Linc unlucky in UCG ban
The Queensland Government’s ban on underground coal gasification (UCG) is being felt already.