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Federal Environment Minister Greg Hunt pledged the re-funding of a half-billion-dollar solar roof scheme in the election run-up, but now appears to have found just $2 million to pay for it.
Rights fight win could show shifting tide
A Chinese court has ruled in favour of workers who were fired for going on strike, and incredible move for the nation’s labour laws.
Twin towers to feed demand for smart architecture
British architects have unveiled their plans for set of massive Chinese skyscrapers, one of which would feed renewable energy into the other.
New Newcastle Uni duties dealing out
The University of Newcastle is getting serious with its plans for a new inner-city campus.
Budget march busts city streets
Thousands of union workers and supporters have descended to the streets of Melbourne to voice their outrage at what they see as a heavy-handed federal budget.
Figures form for group to push more north
A former chief minister of the Northern Territory will lead the latest efforts to draw more economic value from the northern half of Australia.
Gov. goes 'Yes' on power sale, fails expert checks
One expert has slammed the New South Wales Government’s plan for a partial sale of the electricity network.
Interests hedged ahead of inland rail plan
Talks are touring regional areas to drum up support and ideas for a rail line form Brisbane to Melbourne.
Greens oppose big blue dig
A mining firm will conduct seismic tests ahead of a potential oil or gas project near the Great Australian Bight, and environmentalists say it is a disgrace.
New ports plan gives more room to expand
Five large ports on the Queensland coast will receive even more special treatment, after the State Government named them in its new strategy document.
US floats plan for ocean-bound revolution
One US company wants to create a world of ‘start-up’ governments, which hold sovereignty in floating cities on the ocean.
ATA's latest postings say they will take on NHVR debacle
Some new members on the Australian Trucking Association’s (ATA) executive board say they will be next to tackle problems with national heavy vehicle regulations.
Customs corruption comes to light quite late
The brother of Australia's Customs and border protection chief Michael Pezzullo will be sentenced on corruption charges today, over allegations he sold prescription drugs within his brother’s department.
Miner keeps eyes on China while reducing its iron force
BHP Billiton says it will hitch its wagon to China’s rising economic star, as the nation moves from a construction-led economy to a consumption power-house.
New rates await staff from July
Companies may need to adjust their payroll figures for the new financial year, to factor an increase in wages for some staff.
Over 100 finds bring massive fines
A South Australian company has been ordered to pay over $1 million for dozens of dangerous offences.
Ports plan could see short trips for big loads
Queensland Government policy proposals hint at a plan to move large freight between the state’s ports, rather than on its roads.
Slurry spill's hurried clean-up complete
The Ranger uranium mine in the Kakadu National Park has started again after gaining approval from authorities after a shut-down following a spill.
Tech centre addressing old motivation issues
The future of human transport could come from a new building in the UK, with the launch of a centre aimed at catapulting mobility into a new era.
Tragic death wakes drink debate for mine camps
Investigations into a death at the Tropicana mine camp in WA have inflamed debate over alcohol policies at sites.
Trucks tell trains to fix their game
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) says trains should get more involved in the push for safer and cleaner engines.