Archived News for Industry Professionals
The solar energy industry is driving an increased demand for silver, creating a supply deficit for the metal.
State expands builder funds
Hundreds more clients affected by the collapse of home builders in Victoria will receive much-needed financial support, as the state government expands its compensation scheme.
NACC opens for corruption flood
The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has officially commenced operations.
Resource exports set to drop
Australia's resources export market is expected to face a significant downturn ...
Synergy to pay for overcharge
Synergy, a major electricity provider in Western Australia, has been fined $30 million for excessively raising wholesale prices.
Tasmania inks hydrogen links
Tasmania could become a global leader in green hydrogen production and export by 2030, according to a new feasibility study.
WA to probe gas policy
WA Parliament will investigate the state’s gas reservation policy amid concerns about its effectiveness.
Key scheme hurt builders
The Morrison government’s HomeBuilder scheme appears to have benefited high income earners and select builders.
AI aimed at critical protection
Experts have proposed using AI to help protect critical infrastructure including power, water and communication networks.
Flood fund tweaks detailed
The Productivity Commission has reviewed the federal Future Drought Fund.
Gates open real risks
SafeWork NSW is reminding those who own industrial gates to get them checked after a number of serious incidents, including two deaths.
Green power drives union split
Mining and energy workers have voted to split from the CFMMEU over differing stances on the renewable ...
High fine for big fire
The chemical waste company responsible for a massive 2019 industrial fire in Melbourne has been fined $2.9 million.
IFM leadership shifts
A major infrastructure investor will soon be chaired by its second successive Labor figure.
NOPSEMA issues offshore reminder
Authorities are responding to a recent fatality at the North Rankin offshore oil and gas facility.
Small firms prop economy
Small businesses in Australia have contributed over half a trillion dollars to the country's GDP ...
Tower crane guidance renewed
Safe Work Australia has released a new model Code of Practice for tower cranes.
Defence cutting contractors
The Australian Defence Department is set to remove 2000 contractors, equivalent to one-fifth of its private workforce.