Archived News for Industry Professionals
QLD opens fossil fuel fields
The Queensland Government’s latest COVID-19 stimulus measure is to open up almost 7,000 square kilometres of land for coal and gas exploration.
Logging linked to fierce fires
Logging of native forests appears to have increased the risk and of the recent, catastrophic Australian bushfires.
Apprentice pipeline impacted
Hundreds of apprentices have been stood down in recent weeks, and the number of advertised positions has dwindled.
Fast track for $2.2b development
The approval fast-track in NSW appears to be working, with a $2.2 billion redevelopment signed off ...
Solar chimney safety assessed
New research shows solar chimneys not only reduce energy bills; they can also save lives.
AEMO wants solar control
AEMO wants to be able to remotely switch off or constrain the output of new rooftop solar systems.
Price threats drive down bowsers
ACT Chief Minister Andrew Barr has helped push down petrol prices in the Territory.
Report slams frack approval
A leaked expert report shows the Queensland Government was informed of the risks of further gas fracking in the state's Channel Country.
Angus accused on three fronts
Energy Minister Angus Taylor is being criticised for obfuscation and opacity on a number of important matters.
State stopping Coffs plans
A NSW government minister appears to be thwarting plans to fast-track major projects during COVID-19.
ACCC allows mining links
The competition watchdog has allowed mining companies to work together in ways that they previously could not.
ACCC expands energy links
Regulators have expanded the potential for cooperation in the energy sector.
MP calls for power plan probe
The auditor general has been asked to investigate a Morrison government scheme to underwrite gas, hydro and coal power.
ALGA backs planning plans
A new set of principles has been created to guide changes to planning systems during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Domestic reserves to wait overseas
The Federal Government has come up with a plan to boost domestic fuel reserves by buying and storing fuel overseas.