Archived News for Industry Professionals
As Australia’s gas exports reach incredible levels, a tax designed to share the profits does nothing.
Power play leads to security review
Energy ministers have agreed to an independent review of the nation's energy security by chief scientist Alan Finkel.
QLD sprints for Carmichael approval
The Queensland Government is fast-tracking the remaining approvals for Adani’s Carmichael coal mine.
Remote scheme hurting workers
Job providers say a remote work for the dole scheme is “causing more harm than good”.
Report calls for smart city changes
Infrastructure Victoria has called for a congestion tax in Melbourne's city centre.
Major emitter moves toward accord
The world's third largest emitter of greenhouse gases has formally joined the Paris agreement on climate change.
Bacteria could help capture CO2
Bacteria may form an exciting new generation of stored carbon dioxide (CO2) monitors.
Black lung prevention plugged
More monitoring and education will help prevent black lung in New South Wales, authorities say.
Miners reject Nats' cash grab
WA Nationals leader Brendon Grylls is keeping up his fight for a $5 tax per tonne of iron ore.
Report calls for super to stay low
Compulsory superannuation should be frozen at 9.5 per cent, the Grattan Institute says.
Slow response to UN foam finding
The UN says firefighting foam formerly used at Australian government sites is linked to serious disease.
Unrelated claims launch RET debate
Josh Frydenberg is calling for a “real debate” about renewable energy...
Activists' Alpha appeal fails
Gina Rinehart’s proposed 30-million-tonne Alpha coal mine is storming ahead after clearing its latest legal hurdle.
NBN takes up HFC 'Plan B'
The National Broadband Network is giving up on plans to use Optus cables to deliver high-speed broadband.
Funds to forward Tassie plans
Tasmanian councils will soon get access to interest-free loans in a $100 million stimulus package.
BHP's spill could cost $79 bil
Over 23,000 legal claims seeking a total $79 billion in damages have been lodged against BHP Billiton and Vale's Samarco joint venture.
Linc leaking rehab funds
Failed resources company Linc Energy has paid the Queensland Government $3.6 million for rehabilitation efforts.
Expert dismayed at powerful change
Energy reformers say the regulator has missed a great opportunity ...
Hazelwood outlook still hidden
Many voices are calling for owners of the Hazelwood Power Station give a clear timeline for its future.
New bid revives Ausgrid option
Local bidders have made an unsolicited offer for a 99-year lease on Ausgrid.