Archived News for Industry Professionals - January, 2015
An environmental expert has slammed Federal Agriculture Minister Barnaby Joyce’s big dam plan.
Kuwaiti push sees planning shift for Port
Authorities are dropping height restrictions for buildings on a key plot of the Port Melbourne waterfront, following a big push by a Kuwaiti-backed construction company.
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No pay for time taken to stay safe
The Transport Workers’ Union has lost its appeal against a ruling that found owner-drivers should not be paid during their fatigue management breaks.
Oil money spoiling in time of high supply
A leading energy analyst says shares in gas giant Santos are worthless if current oil prices and exchange rates continue.
Report finds pockets of need in resource employment
Employment levels in mining and resources are well below what they once were, but experts say there are still shortages to be filled.
Safety stakes hurt by broad acceptance
A new report has found an acceptance among Australian workers of risk-taking and rule-breaking on the job.
Singapore secures first Gladstone gas
Gas is floating from Queensland’s Curtis Island port, marking the successful commission and testing of QCLNG’s Train 1.
Smart window offers double take
Engineers in Singapore have unveiled ‘smart window’ technology, which can adjust its tint to lighting conditions and gather electricity at the same time.