Archived News for Industry Professionals - November, 2019
The Coalition has failed to pass its signature laws aimed at cracking down on unions.
Report calls for can scheme
An inquiry has found that a container deposit scheme in Victoria could net the State Government $550 million.
NT hit for renewable contradiction
The Climate Council says the Northern Territory is lagging significantly behind the rest of the country in developing renewable energy.
Asbestos Awareness Week underway
This week is National Asbestos Awareness Week, a time to shine a light on the dangers of asbestos fibres.
Hazelwood firm convicted
The operator of Hazelwood Mine has been convicted for exposing workers and the public to dangerous conditions...
Illegal dump shut down
South Australia's Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has discovered a large illegal waste dump.
Truck crush triggers probe
Rio Tinto has launched an investigation after an employee crushed their own work ute with a haul truck.
Lofty goals for local hydro
Analysis has found Australian hydrogen export projections have been exaggerated by factor of up to 11.
Renewable help for remote mine
WA's Mines Minister has officially opened stage one of a new mine-linked solar-powered microgrid project.
Research calls to scrap coal
A new report warns Australia must stop burning coal by 2030 if it wants to help limit global warming to 1.5 degrees.
Woodside forecasts future
Woodside Energy says its next era will be one of advanced technology, lower carbon emissions and new employment opportunities.
Developer influence detailed
A corruption inquiry has been told that two City of Casey councillors held ‘very significant’ financial ties to developers.
PM pushes deregulation
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has spoken against the environmental approval process for major projects.
Queensland gets big road deal
A huge new Federal funding deal with Queensland will fast track major infrastructure projects.
Ag boost sought synthetically
Synthetic biology could transform Australia’s agricultural sector into a $100 billion industry.
Big fine for Melbourne fatality
A construction company has been convicted and fined $650,000 after a labourer fell to his death from a Melbourne high rise.
Saracen scoops Super Pit
Australian gold miner Saracen Mineral Holdings has secured a $1.1 billion deal for a 50 per cent stake in WA’s Super Pit.
Work Safe issues annual stats
Work-related fatalities continue to decline but more efforts are needed, according to Safe Work Australia.
AGIG gets link deal
Australian Gas Infrastructure Group (AGIG) has secured a contract with Woodside Energy to build pipelines for the Pluto-North West Shelf (NWS) Interconnector.
Climate/health effects checked
Climate change is already damaging the health of the world’s children, and Australia is at significant risk of health decline too.