Archived News for Industry Professionals
Solar companies are feeling the strain of the Victorian Government’s freeze on a solar panel rebate program.
Uranium mine slides through
The Coalition appears to have signed off on a controversial uranium mine one day before calling the federal election, and did not announce it until the day before Anzac Day.
OECD warns of automation
About 36 per cent of Australian jobs are at risk of automation, the OECD says.
Rates fight holds up mine
The owners of a much-lauded nickel mining project in Tasmania's west say a rates stoush has stalled their plans.
Ai Group wants IR freeze
The Australian Industry Group wants an industrial relations freeze until new senators take office.
Anti-Adani convoy continues
A lengthy convoy is travelling up Australia’s east coast to protest Adani’s planned Carmichael mine.
Carnegie collapse reviewed
Administrators have revealed the inner workings of a now-collapsed wave energy project.
Greens want polluters to pay
The Greens want to set up a $2 billion nature fund paid for by polluters.
Recycling report finds piles
Australia’s recycling industry may not be doing nearly as much recycling as many people believe.
Most don't want Bight drilling
A majority of Australians are opposed to drilling for oil in the Great Australian Bight, with SA residents most concerned.
Science group effects tallied
The Australian Academy of Science has measured the benefits of membership of major global science organisations.
Crushing case charges dropped
WA’s State Solicitor's Office has dropped charges against a drilling company due to a lack of witnesses.
New fines for farm protests
Animal rights activists who invade Queensland farms and abattoirs will soon face new fines.
Rio factors cyclone damage
Rio Tinto has counted the cost of damage at its Pilbara iron ore port by tropical cyclones.
Adani approval questioned
The approval of Adani’s water plan “reeks of political interference”, according to Queensland Environment Minister Leeanne Enoch.
ARENA backs demountable solar
The Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced funding for a re-deployable rooftop solar trial.
Powercor hit with fire fine
Electricity distribution company Powercor has been fined $374,000 plus court costs for failing to keep trees clear of powerlines.