Archived News for Industry Professionals - March, 2013
The Victorian Government has released the Independent TAFE Review Panel’s final report on vocational education and training, as well as the Government’s response.
457 applications skyrocket
Applications for the skilled migrant 457 visa have jumped by 9.5 per cent in the last year, while approvals are up by 6.6 per cent.
AMMA hits out at workplace reform
The Australian Mines and Metals Association (AMMA) has hit out at the Federal Government proposed workplace reform, saying it will reinforce union right of entry provisions to Australian workplaces, giving unions an unfair level of influence.
ARA rolls out worker system
Railways workers will now have their competency assessed on site after the Australasian Railway Association (ARA) launched the new Rail Industry Worker competency management system and the complementary Rail Industry Worker Card.
Briety wins $15 million Atlas contract
Civil and mining engineering company Briety has been awarded a $15 million contract to deliver an access road project for Atlas Mining’s Abydos Mine Project in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.
CSR sheds 150 jobs from Viridian operations
Building materials company CSR has announced it will shed 150 jobs as it urgently seeks to stop the profit hemorrhaging from its Viridian glass manufacturing subsidy.
Great Eastern widening project completed early
The Federal Government has announced the Great Eastern Highway widening project has been completed nine months ahead of schedule.
Hayman shares her tips for women in the industry
One of Coffey’s most senior geotechnical engineers, Laura Hayman, has shared her top tips for helping women succeed in the mining industry.
Leighton wins ETTT project
Transport for NSW (TfNSW) has announced it has awarded a Leighton Contractors/Abigroup alliance the $265 million Epping to Thornleigh Third Track (ETTT) contract.
New deal to unlock Galilee potential
Rail logistics giant Aurizon and GVK Hancock have announced the signing of a new agreement to deliver a multi-million joint rail and port infrastructure project to unlock the massive coal reserves of Queensland’s Galilee Basin.
NSW announces Kings Highway safety upgrades
The New South Wales Government has announced the Kings Highway will receive key safety upgrades following the release of a review by Transport for NSW.
NT secures resources water security
The Northern Territory Government has announced it has secured over $10 million worth of water piping to support future growth of oil and gas developments at Middle Arm and Blaydin Point.
Theiss wins Gorgon contract
Construction and engineering specialist Theiss has announced it has signed a new contract to deliver further civil works on the Chevron-operated Gorgon Project in Western Australia.
Audit shows logistics key to CQ growth
The future prosperity of Central Queensland will be determined by the efficiency and scale of the logistics and supply chain management industries, according to an audit conducted by the State Government.
AWPA releases skills strategy
Australia needs to adapt to a change global labour market, where work can be moved around the globe at the stroke of a pen and restructuring is increasingly becoming a regular occurrence, according to the Australian Workplace Productivity Agency (AWPA).
Fahour welcomes digital future
The CEO of Australia Post has called for an end to the constant politicking over the rollout of the National Broadband Network, saying it's a vital piece of infrastructure and must be allowed to go ahead.
Government to extend Kickstart
The Federal Government has announced it will extend its $57.5 million Kickstart apprenticeship for a further two months.
Last chance to name a top tradie
The Queensland Government is calling on all tradies to nominate the top apprentices, trainees, teachers and training organisations for this year's Queensland Training Awards, with nominations closing 22 March.
New TTC opens in Sydney
The Federal Government has announced the opening of the new vocational training centre at the new Greater West Independent Schools Alliance Trade Training Centre (TTC).
Construction picks up pace
Housing and engineering construction have recorded the highest levels since 2010, with the Australian Industry Association's key index showing the sector is inching closer to expansionary territory.
SA exploration cracks $600 million
The value of mineral and petroleum exploration in South Australia has cracked the $600 million mark for the first time, according to the latest figures released by the State Government.