Archived News for Industry Professionals - January, 2019
A new report questions the strength of horizontal support beams in Sydney’s Opal Tower.
Driver fights derailment sacking
A BHP driver sacked after a train was derailed in the Pilbara is claiming unfair dismissal.
Safety issues force recycle closure
Safety issues have forced the closure of recycling facility in Canberra.
Green light for 800MW wind farm
Approval has been granted for an 800MW wind power project in Victoria’s Golden Plains Shire.
LNG exports rise
Australian liquefied natural gas (LNG) export revenue has risen 67.8 per cent since 2017.
Low fuel stores cause warning
The Federal Government has been warned that Australia’s low fuel stockpiles could leave the nation dangerously exposed.
Labor pushes dole work reform
Labor says the Jobactive system is failing job seekers and businesses.
Adani drilling data questioned
Environmental lawyers say Adani unwittingly has provided “persuasive” evidence into allegedly illegal works ...
Big firms making green moves
Most Australian businesses now see environmental matters as their most important operational issues.
NSW sweeps building cracks
The NSW Government has announced a crackdown on dodgy building certifiers.
Firms serious about flying taxis
Safety authorities say flying rideshare taxis are feasible and could be in Australia within five years.
Power prices slide
Australian electricity prices are falling overall, but there is significant variation between jurisdictions.
Robot rail complete
Rio Tinto says it has completed the roll out of its autonomous freight train system in iron ore operations in Western Australia.
Drill rig risks raised
Tasmania’s EPA has been slammed for its handling of a drilling platform moored in the River Derwent.
Stockpile discovery prompts review call
The Victorian Government is considering tougher laws after the discovery of several large chemical stockpiles.