Archived News for Industry Professionals - November, 2021
Woodside is soon expected to make a final investment decision on a major LNG project.
BIM barriers studied
NSW authorities are looking at ways to use Building Information Modelling (BIM) for safety management.
Building still seems walled-off
A major Australian HR firm says women are still struggling to break the ‘concrete ceiling’ in construction.
Rolls-Royce readies small reactors
Rolls-Royce says it has the funding to develop mini nuclear reactors, and is encouraging Australia to get involved.
Stone licence scheme going live
WorkSafe Victoria is introducing a licence scheme to protect engineered stone workers.
AusNet compensation slammed
The buy-out of AusNet has been approved, while the company battles angry landowners.
Basslink bows to administration
Basslink has gone into administration owing $70 million to the Tasmanian government.
Solar city could self-power
Covering buildings in solar panels could see Melbourne generate almost all the energy it needs.
Australia low on green table
Australia has ranked last among nations in the latest Climate Change Performance Index.
PM wants CCS for CEFC
The Federal Government wants to expand the Clean Energy Finance Corporation’s investment remit ...
Fuel plan to promote EVs
The Morrison Government has made a bold u-turn in its stance on electric vehicles (EVs).
More pots for Portland smelter
Aluminium giant Alcoa says it will restart a dormant potline at its Portland smelter in south-west Victoria.
Record fine for welding burns
A sheet metal fabrication company has been handed one of the highest ever fines under WA’s workplace safety laws.
Safety probe for TAHE
Safety investigators are running an independent review of NSW’s $40 billion Transport Asset Holding Entity (TAHE).
Skills issues detailed
Employers have warned that border re-opening will not solve Australia’s skill shortages.
Surveys show safety split
Researchers are looking at how mining companies can better protect their workers from injury.
Sydney Airport buyout announced
A $23.6 billion takeover bid for the Sydney Airport has been announced.