Archived News for Industry Professionals
The Federal Government has managed to keep its latest energy policy alive.
Migrants under-valued, study says
Migrants are getting stuck in part-time and insecure work that does not recognise their qualifications, according to a new study.
Diverse groups demand energy action
A joint letter from 16 groups across the political and social spectrum has called for immediate action on the National Energy Guarantee.
Builders held back by liability issues
Builders are becoming fearful of the cost and safety risks of faulty products.
Engineering demand rising
Job vacancies in engineering are back on the rise, with public sector road and rail projects driving demand.
MAST system wins engo medal
Swinburne engineers have been awarded for ground-breaking work to keep buildings standing.
New codes open for comment
WorkSafe Victoria wants industry and public input on proposed OHS reforms.
ACOLA wants storage focus
Experts say Australian industry is missing out on the booming battery storage sector.
AGL has its own supply plan
AGL wants to modify an existing gas storage site in NSW to provide emergency supply.
BHP gives broad update
BHP boss Andrew Mackenzie says the company is finding its own ways to develop renewable systems while maintaining consistent supply.
Santos sale falls through
Some have been encouraged by a failed $9.5 billion takeover of Santos, but the SA Government is not impressed.
Five face mine fire charges
The owners of Victoria's Hazelwood coal mine will face accusations of causing air pollution during a mine fire.
AEMO models summer struggles
South Australia could soon face the first of its summer power issues ...
FWC favours cursing miner
The Fair Work Commission has ordered a foul-mouthed miner’s job be reinstated ...
Report plots path to clean power
New research suggests global electricity industry C02 emissions could be brought to zero by 2050.
Wind farm gets battery backing
A major Australian windfarm is adding non-subsidised battery storage.
BHP moving away from MCA
The world’s biggest mining company has told conservationists it is not fully on board with the industry’s major lobby.
ACT construction tops danger stats
Safe Work Australia says the ACT has recorded the highest rate of serious construction injuries in the country.
FIFO app finds risky swings
Data from a new mental health app suggests FIFO workers suffer more on a shorter ‘swing’.