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Concern has been raised about a $120,000 pay rise for the new CEO of embattled NSW insurer icare.
Iron ships face new fee
Some WA iron ore exports will face new charges aimed at mitigating dust pollution problems.
Ranger closure prompts rehab call
The rehab plan for an old NT uranium mine has been deemed “woefully inadequate”.
WA to review BHP licences
BHP's environmental licences in the Pilbara town of Newman will be tested by the state government.
Cross-state licence plan released
Consultation is open on a new scheme designed to help licences apply across state lines.
EPA eyes Pirie lead limits
Nyrstar’s Port Pirie smelter is cutting its lead emissions, but is still likely to breach limits set in its new licence.
Super changes loom
Unions and super funds say planned superannuation reforms could put Australia's economic recovery at risk.
AGL slapped for creek spill
Energy firm AGL has been issued a $1 million penalty for polluting a creek in NSW.
Big icare issues outlined
An audit has found NSW state insurer icare paid some operating costs with money meant for injured workers.
Coal block gets official
Trade Minister Simon Birmingham says Australia will seek restitution for China’s ban on Australian coal.
Drivers resign over EBA
Melbourne train drivers are leaving their union en masse over what they say are unsafe workplace conditions.
EPA scraps dump approvals
Victoria’s Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has reversed its approval for three toxic waste dumps.
Porter backs pay plans
The Federal Government has knocked back a union attempt to get tough on underpayments.
Smelter paid to power down
The Federal Government says it will underwrite Alcoa's giant Victorian smelter to ensure stability during peak power-usage periods.
Wind farms drive price drop, volatility
New research shows wind farms are lowering electricity prices but increasing price volatility in the national energy market.
Blueprint lays green path
Authorities say the COVID-19 recovery period is a good time for one state to focus on sustainability.
IPC approves coal over water
NSW’s Independent Planning Commission (IPC) has green-lit the expansion of a coal mine above Sydney’s water catchment.