Archived News for Industry Professionals - May, 2022
New Hope Group says it is one step closer to approval of its Stage 3 coal mine expansion in Queensland, but challenges remain.
Frigate firm wants yard changed
Shipbuilder BAE Systems is setting up a test for the new Federal Government over a $45 billion frigate project.
Skills shift coming
Victoria’s skills minister says her state’s system should be replicated on a national scale.
Workers fight jab rules
A group of Queensland frontline workers are challenging their COVID-19 vaccine mandates.
Carbon concern quiets
Woodside’s CEO says people care less about carbon when security issues are at play.
EV Metals buys battery firm
A Perth company is lining up to become one of the first outside of China to control its entire battery supply chain.
Green shift suggested
Local green banks say they need new rules to help finance an energy transition.
High tech car site backed
The NSW Government has announced $9.5 million worth of funding to build the largest government-run autonomous vehicle testing site in the southern hemisphere.
CSIRO regrets CCS silence
One of Australia's leading science bodies says it should have been more vocal in its support for carbon capture and storage (CCS).
Pay disparities targeted
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese wants to stop businesses paying labour hire workers less than direct employees for the same work.
Hells Gates set for delay
A $5.4 billion dam project in North Queensland is likely to be pushed back.
Pilbara legal case looms
Traditional owners are preparing a legal battle with mining giant Fortescue Metals Group over royalty payments in WA.
Hydrogen claims unpicked
New analysis throws doubt on the ability of a Victorian project using brown coal to make hydrogen.
Lead risk alert issued
Victorian businesses are being warned of the potentially deadly risks of working with lead.
NSW plans business boost
The NSW Government says it wants to “chart the course for the 800,000 strong small businesses”.
Regulator awards questioned
The outgoing head of Australia’s offshore oil and gas regulator has been accused of being “too close” to industry.
SwirlFlow set for global use
A CSIRO-developed device will be rolled out on mine sites following a recent agreement.
Solar battery recall continues
Federal authorities are warning of fire risks in solar energy storage batteries.