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Hello! Tim Hall here, the person behind all of the news across the 17 CareerSpot sites and newsletters for the last decade.
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Rail strikes roll on
More strikes are set to affect Sydney transport, with the Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) announcing plans for two weeks of industrial action starting from 12 February.
Labor drops green ideas
The Albanese government looks like it will not proceed with its proposed “nature positive” environmental laws.
FIFO sleep struggles studied
New research highlights the importance of sleep hygiene for FIFO workers.
PFAS risks known early
3M knew its firefighting foams were toxic but claimed they were safe, internal documents suggest.
Lobby urges gas freedom
The ACCC has urged the federal and state governments to cut regulatory hurdles impeding new gas projects.
Snowy stops over safety
Construction on the $12 billion Snowy 2.0 pumped hydro project has been suspended over safety concerns.
ARENA told to empower suburbs
The Albanese Government is expanding suburb-wide electrification trials across Australia.
Big boost for green bank
The Federal Government has announced a $2 billion increase in funding for the Clean Energy Finance Corporation.
New charges from IBAC probe
Victoria’s anti-corruption watchdog has charged dozens of people in a builder bribery investigation.
Pay boost to assist apprentices
Apprentices in construction trades are set to receive $10,000 in federal government support.
Green milestones go unknown
Australians appear to underestimate the nation’s renewable energy progress.
Mining shift modelled
Western Australia’s mining industry could soon run entirely on renewable energy.
Nord Stream methane measured
Researchers have estimated how much methane leaked from the sabotage of the Nord Stream pipelines.
Sydney train issues continue
A standoff between the NSW Government and rail unions is heading to a tribunal.
Same pay test underway
The Fair Work Commission has commenced hearings in a case that tests new Same Job, Same Pay laws.