Archived News for Industry Professionals
Barnaby Joyce says building a new coal-fired power station is a moral imperative.
Howard minister to head MCA
A former government minister has been appointed chair of the Minerals Council of Australia (MCA).
Adani backed by region
The Mayor of Rockhampton has called for Adani to be given a “fair go” at opening up the Galilee Basin.
Coal sector calls for support
The coal industry is pushing the re-elected Morrison government to support building new coal-fired power stations ...
Mango project bears fruit
Queensland researchers have tested the world’s first mango-harvesting robot.
SA Cleanaway case underway
A court has heard waste management company Cleanaway failed to properly train a driver ...
Truckies union slams gig workers
The Transport Workers Union (TWU) is preparing rolling stoppages to protest technological changes.
BHP faces big dam claim
Mining giant BHP is facing a US$5 billion claim over Brazil's worst environmental disaster.
Equinor still has eyes on Bight
Norwegian energy giant Equinor is not changing its plan to look for oil in the Great Australian Bight.
Fossil investments rise
International authorities say fossil fuel investment increased in 2018, but renewables stalled.
LNP brings powerful promises
The Liberal Party’s election win leaves Australia with an energy plan considered woefully sub-standard by some.
New battery charges ahead
A new deal has been signed for the construction of a 50MW/200MWh battery storage system in South Australia.
Adani approval under pressure
CSIRO was pushed to accept the Federal Government’s approval of the Adani’s groundwater plans, reports say.
More Roundup cancer compo
A US jury has ordered Monsanto to pay $US2 billion ($2.8b) to a couple who contracted cancer after using the commonly used weedkiller, Roundup.
Powerful profit for SA battery
South Australia’s giant Tesla battery has delivered a $22 million profit in its first full year of operation.
WaterNSW issues mine warning
WaterNSW has called for a curb on mining for two big coal mines in Sydney's catchment.
Local deal for next-gen vehicles
A new Australian electric vehicle company says it will start production next year.
Greens want energy regulation
A plan has been put forth to re-regulate South Australia’s energy sector.
Meat firms want energy plan
Australia's meat processors want either side of politics to focus on soaring energy costs and labour shortages.
New Adani review ordered
The Queensland government is seeking a further review of Adani’s groundwater plans.