Archived News for Industry Professionals
Gold mine fire contained
A rapid response has reportedly contained a fire that caused significant damage to the processing plant at Kalgoorlie's Super Pit gold mine.
Lift case drives union call
A lift company has been fined over $200,000 for unjustly firing two union delegates who raised safety and entitlement concerns.
Stitched mushrooms build strong
A new engineering solution sounds like it could come from the story of the three little pigs.
Nuclear not needed
Experts say nuclear power should not be considered as part of Australia's strategy to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
Solar surge continues
Australian households are embracing rooftop solar installations at an unprecedented rate.
EU trade talks drag
Australia and the European Union have hit a roadblock in their five-year-long negotiations for a free trade agreement.
Queensland outlines big REZ
Queensland has unveiled plans to establish 12 renewable energy zones (REZs) as part of a $62 billion energy transition initiative.
Fukushima flow protested
Japan's plan to release treated wastewater from the damaged Fukushima nuclear power plant is causing anxiety among its neighbouring countries.
South32 slapped for thirst
Mining company South32 after admitting to draining drinking water in NSW.
"Nightmare" sites slammed
New South Wales Building Commissioner David Chandler has expressed horror at the “third world” and “nightmare” safety conditions observed at two construction sites in Newcastle.
Big builder in administration
The building arm of troubled Sydney developer Toplace Group has been placed under voluntary administration.
Fine set for horror injury
A juice company has been hit with a $120,000 fine following a distressing workplace incident.
Heat could kill NT work
Outdoor labour may become impossible as Northern Australia faces a looming heat crisis.
Illegal deals tracked
Over 25 megatonnes of hazardous chemicals have been traded illegally between 2004 and 2019, despite regulations in place to mitigate their trade, suggests new global research.
Volcano case underway
Three brothers who own Whakaari White Island are facing charges over the deadly eruption that occurred in 2019.