Archived News for Industry Professionals
Powercor pleads guilty
Powercor, the electricity distribution giant, has pleaded guilty to 104 charges stemming from failures in vegetation management around power lines, which led to a dangerous bushfire.
Queensland lays green road
Queensland is taking new steps on its path to sustainable energy and climate management.
Woodside to face green push
Major investors are challenging Woodside Energy’s climate strategies ahead of the company’s AGM.
Data centres drive crane shortage
Data on the use of cranes shows the growth of local tech services.
New defence spend detailed
The Albanese government has allocated $330 billion for defence spending over the next decade.
Shire levy slammed
Mornington Peninsula Shire has proposed a mandatory development contribution scheme to address its social housing deficit.
Sweet deal for airport firies
Aviation firefighters are set to receive a significant pay increase and improved conditions in a bid to prevent potential strike action at airports.
Ammonia advance reported
New techniques promise energy-friendly ammonia production for fertilisers and alternative fuel.
FWC backs contact sacking
The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has flagged higher standards after it upheld a dismissal for inappropriate touching.
Miner admits fatal failure
Carborough Downs Mine Management has admitted its failures led to the death of a worker and the severe injury of another.
Mundine's big bid collapses
Warren Mundine’s attempt to raise millions for a new mining company has failed.
Union seeks Labor sway
The CFMEU is looking to flood the Australian Labor Party to increase its political influence.
Alinta boss sees price rise
A big player in the energy sector says Australians will pay more for power.
ARENA backs better metals
Federal government funding will boost hydrogen and low emissions iron and steel research.
Coal mine ownership shifts
After the exit of a Chinese backer, Stanmore Coal has acquired full ownership of Queensland's Eagle Downs mine.
Hydro milestones marked
Queensland has announced milestones with two significant projects: the Pioneer-Burdekin Pumped Hydro project and the Gladstone hydrogen facility.
Icebreaker issues grow
Serious issues have limited the operations of Australia’s Antarctic icebreaker.
Processing suggested for Darwin hub
The possibility of new fossil fuel activities have stirred controversy in the Northern Territory.