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Media investigations have shown the ongoing costs of the mining industry in New South Wales, with close to $9 million spent dealing with legacy mine issues in the last five years.

Roadworthiness tops list of big transport issues

The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has placed roadworthiness front and centre of issues facing the industry, imploring all operators to keep on top of safety checks.

Wheat worries track train fight in WA

The remaining Tier 3 rail lines in Western Australia's grain belt have been closed, and many are waiting to see what effect it will have when tonnes of freight are moved onto the roads.

Claims of hasty steps in disability changes

There has been some concern over the speed with which the Federal Government is changing disability support, with some advocates saying it is storming ahead with almost no consultation.

Power supply claims life, brings call to check ticks

A faulty USB is being blamed for a NSW woman’s death, and has prompted calls to check that even low-power adapters are properly certified.

Smelters want exemption for huge energy use

Twenty-five Coalition lower house MPs have signed a petition asking for the aluminium smelting industry to be exempt from the Renewable Energy Target (RET).

Supply leaks sought by pipe-loving robot

A new robot could save millions of dollars across energy, water and gas pipe networks.

Textiles and sunlight shine in Techstyle Haus

Entrants in the 2014 Solar Decathlon Europe have shown what the energy-conscious house of the future may include.

Building better mental health in walled-off sector

More than a third of all workers at Australian construction sites believe their workplace is not mentally safe.

Green light on skyscrapers as Victoria gets high

The first 100-storey building in the Southern Hemisphere has been approved for the Victorian Government, clearing the way for the 319-metre monolith.

New uranium underway in SA

Australia has added to its uranium repertoire with the opening of the Four Mile mine in South Australia.

Asbestos force to fight against Fluffy's dark legacy

A new ACT Government taskforce will be the key point of contact for Canberrans affected by asbestos insulation.

Coal train claims and others tested for EPA inquiry

A NSW Legislative Assembly will look into accusations that the state’s Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) covered up the extent of coal dust pollution.

Water worries and gas calls for NSW Nationals

Industry Minister Ian Macfarlane says the NSW government should share gas royalties with landowners, but that he would die before creating a domestic reservation.

Big mining money swap reported, disputed

The mining industry is hugely responsible for economic prosperity in Australia, but a new report says there is a big cost when states choose to dig.

Limits on the line in safe speed checks

Speed limits on some key Queensland roads will stay the same, as the state looks to reduce its driving death toll.

Port projects progress and stall in WA

A combination of action and delays at ports across Western Australia this week, with the launch of plans for a massive new project while another hits a hitch.

Raft of charges as more Cootes trucks found unsafe

Melbourne-based trucking company Cootes Transport has been hit with 67 counts of operating unsafe vehicles, after safety investigations crossed state lines.

Simple tips to aid prospective searching

A campaign is on in Western Australia urging prospectors not to get complacent on safety, as simple mistakes can turn quickly into real complications.

Water change shows legal tide favours mines in QLD

Showing the extreme mining-friendliness of the Queensland Government, a law has been changed to prevent investigation of a controversial quarrying practice.