Archived News for Industry Professionals - June, 2023
An investigation has been launched after a driverless train derailment in WA.
Housing bill hampered
The $10 billion Housing Australia Future Fund (HAFF) bill will not pass through parliament this week as planned.
Recycler faces court
Cleanaway is facing legal action after a workplace accident resulted in an employee being hospitalized for a hand injury.
Transition timing questioned
Some big players have weighed in on Australia’s energy transition progress, or lack thereof.
WA toll rises
Western Australia has witnessed the loss of 14 lives in workplace incidents since July 2022.
Gas plans for NT site
Gas company Tamboran Resources has unveiled plans to construct a liquefied natural gas (LNG) plant in Middle Arm near Darwin.
Grattan studies gas needs
The Grattan Institute is urging Australian governments to phase out natural gas by 2050.
Hazelwood enters new age
The former coal-fired power station in Hazelwood, Victoria, has successfully transitioned to battery power.
Macquarie leads EnergyAus bids
Macquarie is positioned as the frontrunner to acquire a stake of up to 50 per cent in EnergyAustralia, the third-largest electricity and gas supplier in Australia.
State spruiks green jobs
Victoria says its clean energy transition is projected to generate 10,000 jobs annually.
WA ploughs millions into Griffin
The WA Government has exceeded its budget to keep a failing coal mine afloat.
AGL reveals rosy outlook
Australia's largest electricity and gas supplier has announced it expects a significant increase in core net profit for the next financial year.
New councils to fill gaps
The Federal Government is seeking private help to assist with workforce issues.
Docs sign gas letter
Paediatricians and federal independent MP Monique Ryan are urging the Northern Territory (NT) government to withdraw its support for a full-scale fracking industry.
Ernest extension sought
Evolution Mining says it wants to extend the operation of its copper and gold mine for an additional 17 years.
Global energy issues detailed
A new report shows that globally, 675 million people still have no access to electricity, and 2.3 billion use polluting fuels to cook.
Miners seek 'critical' status
Big miners are pushing to have their products recognised as nationally significant.