Archived News for Industry Professionals - October, 2014
A former Liberal Party leader and former Liberal prime minister have told their currently-serving colleagues to stay out of ANU’s business.
First lap for faster future cars
While many miss the long gone days of hand-built automobiles, a trade show in the US has shown a glimpse of the automated, extruded car-making future.
Miners' mental marks as deep as any drill
Several recent events have come together as a strong reminder of the non-physical health risks of the mining industry.
Port site could swing on poll result
Melbourne will have a second container port, but the rest of the plan hinges on an upcoming state election.
Slim spill fines line EPA up for inquiry
A parliamentary inquiry will look into the New South Wales Environment Protection Authority (EPA), following several big spills and small fines.
Tiny boats in big move to choose climate
A group of sea-bound protestors are travelling from the Pacific Islands to Newcastle to block the coal port.
Tow truck check calls for input
The New South Wales regulatory tribunal is looking to review the state’s tow truck industry, and wants interested parties to lodge their views.
Traveller touches down after two-year run
A mysterious ‘space drone’ will touch down after orbiting the Earth for nearly two years.
Abbott opens up after casual moves and mass-sacking
Prime Minister Tony Abbott will be on site for the official opening of BMA’s new Caval Ridge coal mine in Moranbah today.
Cement factory cited in deadly claims
An urgent investigation has been launched into the treatment of an asbestos-laden factory, which was also a popular playground for many years.
EU approves arguable basis for British nuclear
The EU has made a ruling that will allow the UK to build its first nuclear power station since the nineteen-nineties.
Fuel-movers make break for better state
There have been moves toward improvement in the petroleum fuel transport sector.
No flights mean no fight from Australia
Foreign Minister Julie Bishop says Australia still cannot send nurses or aid workers to Ebola-affected parts of Africa because there is no evacuation plan.
Study shows power bills weigh down broadly
New surveys show a large section of Australian society is struggling to cover power costs.
Huge housing plan slowed by power fight
A huge residential project near Byron bay has been referred to the NSW corruption watchdog.
Big uni drops seven stocks for poor green values
One big Australian university is getting rid of its investments in mining companies.
Brains say Australian hands can build the future
While government figures seem to provide bad news with few solutions, CSIRO is looking to build a future for Australian manufacturing.
Google's funding tap brings flood of ideas
A new Engineers Without Borders (EWB) project could bring life-saving sanitation to flood-prone Cambodia.
New jobs could come with workers attached
Concern has been raised about the hiring practices on a major Federal Government-backed infrastructure project.
Palmer deal keeps green light on top tier
The Greens, Palmer United Party and Labor have banded together to keep final say on mining environmental approvals in Federal hands.
Backpacking alpacas bring big pay packet
The Australian alpaca industry has filled its largest shipment ever.