Archived News for Industry Professionals - November, 2020
Gas goals questioned
Experts say the federal push to increase gas production is likely to benefit gas exporters, not manufacturers.
QLD wants hydro help
The Queensland Government has added ‘hydrogen’ to the name of its energy department.
State set on housing help
Billions of dollars will be spent on Victoria’s largest ever public housing construction blitz.
Probe hears of support trade
Traditional landowners claim they have been offered jobs if they support raising the Warragamba Dam Wall.
Billions lost in COVID wake
Research shows Australia has lost 1.3 billion working hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Builders slugged for airport plans
The NSW government says it will raise up to $1.1 billion from developers near Sydney's new airport.
NSW seeks gig protection
The NSW Government is looking to improve workplace health and safety for gig economy workers.
SA turning buildings green
South Australia is investing $60 million over the next two years to improve energy efficiency in government buildings.
Brisbane backs off gas
Brisbane's eco-friendly natural gas buses are being replaced with diesel-driven versions after a series of explosions involving gas cylinders.
Dam probe hears favouring claims
An inquiry into a planned dam expansion in NSW has heard claims the project is designed to benefit miners.
Broke firm scheme slows
Hundreds of victims of dodgy businesses are going broke while waiting for a new compensation scheme.
Inaction costs counted
Economists say Australia will lose more than $3 trillion over the next 50 years if climate change is not addressed.
Sub stoush could be costly
The Defence Department is in a contract dispute over the escape and rescue equipment for Australian submarines.
WA exposure standards cut
Workplace exposure standards for silica and coal dust have been halved in WA.