Archived News for Industry Professionals
New course aimed at planning gap
New degrees in planning and surveying aim to address a critical skills shortage.
Rio reviewing driverless derailment
The Mining and Energy Union has accused Rio Tinto of risking workers' safety following a train derailment in Western Australia.
Silicosis changes agreed
Work Health and Safety (WHS) ministers have agreed on moves to address the rising concern of silicosis among workers.
State forming safety group
The Victorian Government is set to introduce new legislation to better protect customer-facing workers ...
Emission consideration upheld
A Federal Court ruling allows coal and gas projects to continue ignoring the impacts of their emissions.
PRRT path open
Oil and gas producers have expressed relief after the Albanese government reached an agreement with the Greens.
SA signs AUKUS deal
South Australia and Maryland have formalised a significant collaboration aimed at developing the skilled workforce needed for the AUKUS program.
Santos case conduct probed
The conduct of the Environmental Defenders Office in a court case with Santos has been reviewed.
State swells big battery
The Queensland Government has announced a major expansion of Stanwell's Central Queensland battery energy storage system.
Shale collusion alleged
The United States shale oil industry faces lawsuits and regulatory actions over alleged collusion to manipulate prices.
Company fined for fire
Electricity distributor Powercor has been ordered to pay a $2.1 million fine after failing to maintain vegetation around power lines.
Powerful split in big policies
While Labor has put the focus back on gas, the Coalition is holding on to its nuclear ambitions.
Suspension over lung failure
A provider has been suspended over substandard black lung testing for coal miners.
Clean power classes backed
The Albanese Government wants to broaden Australia’s skilled workforce in clean energy sectors.
Defence 'hardening' funded
The Federal Government says it will invest an extra $18 billion over the next decade to upgrade and strengthen defence bases across northern Australia.
Mine maps backed
The Federal Government is funding millions of dollars worth of mapping for mining companies.