Archived News for Industry Professionals
A recent case of silicosis at Australia’s largest gold mine has raised alarm among unions and health experts.
AER has Snowy concerns
The Australian Energy Regulator (AER) has raised concerns about the growing market power of Snowy Hydro.
Clean power boost called
AEMO and energy industry leaders are calling for urgent clean energy action.
McGowan finds new jobs
Former WA premier Mark McGowan has made a very soft landing since leaving the state’s top job.
Offshore plans drive division
A proposal to establish an offshore wind zone off the New South Wales South Coast is drawing both support and opposition.
Standoff over Transgrid cost
Residents in regional NSW and Victoria are contesting Transgrid's claims of exorbitant costs for an alternate HumeLink plan.
Changes made for truck tech
The Federal Government says its safer truck standards will reduce road trauma and enhance productivity.
Lobby fears pay boost
Miners say new labour laws could kill bonuses, share-based compensation and other incentives.
Union demands safety effort
The death of a 17-year-old construction apprentice has ignited calls for a safety overhaul.
Big backing for drone lines
US energy giants have provided millions in funding for an Australian drone start-up.
Eraring costs forecast
Extending the operation of Australia's largest coal-fired power station could result in annual damages of $1.7 billion, a new report claims.
EU border tax taking force
As part of efforts to become the world's first climate-neutral continent, the European Union is launching a border tax policy to drive climate action.
Mine lobby slams safety change
One of Australia’s biggest business lobbies is upset at new safety laws.
New tech to shore supplies
Canadian company Hydrostor is bringing a new compressed-air energy storage project to Broken Hill.
WA grid shift underway
Western Australia's Wholesale Electricity Market (WEM) has ushered in significant changes to bolster the state's energy transformation.
ATSE calls for rush to zero
Experts have issued a plea to the Albanese government to reach net-zero by 2035, a full 15 years earlier than the current proposal.
Big money buys Ausenco
A US billionaire has acquired an Australian engineering firm for $900 million.
Definition switch to improve data
The Federal Government is set to redefine the concept of “full employment”.