Resources, Logistics and Trade News
The Albanese government has allocated $330 billion for defence spending over the next decade.
Shire levy slammed
Mornington Peninsula Shire has proposed a mandatory development contribution scheme to address its social housing deficit.
Sweet deal for airport firies
Aviation firefighters are set to receive a significant pay increase and improved conditions in a bid to prevent potential strike action at airports.
Data centres drive crane shortage
Data on the use of cranes shows the growth of local tech services.
Union seeks Labor sway
The CFMEU is looking to flood the Australian Labor Party to increase its political influence.
FWC backs contact sacking
The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has flagged higher standards after it upheld a dismissal for inappropriate touching.
Ammonia advance reported
New techniques promise energy-friendly ammonia production for fertilisers and alternative fuel.
Mundine's big bid collapses
Warren Mundine’s attempt to raise millions for a new mining company has failed.
Miner admits fatal failure
Carborough Downs Mine Management has admitted its failures led to the death of a worker and the severe injury of another.
ARENA backs better metals
Federal government funding will boost hydrogen and low emissions iron and steel research.
Icebreaker issues grow
Serious issues have limited the operations of Australia’s Antarctic icebreaker.
Alinta boss sees price rise
A big player in the energy sector says Australians will pay more for power.
Processing suggested for Darwin hub
The possibility of new fossil fuel activities have stirred controversy in the Northern Territory.
Woodside stares down green revolt
Woodside Energy is at a crossroads with environmentalists and investors over its climate strategies.
Hydro milestones marked
Queensland has announced milestones with two significant projects: the Pioneer-Burdekin Pumped Hydro project and the Gladstone hydrogen facility.
Coal mine ownership shifts
After the exit of a Chinese backer, Stanmore Coal has acquired full ownership of Queensland's Eagle Downs mine.
Big bump for QLD tradies
The minimum pay for the average Queensland construction worker on civil projects has been increased to over $200,000 a year.
Fossil rise seen since Paris
Most fossil fuel companies have ramped up production since the signing of the Paris Agreement, a new study finds.
Builders recoil at fairer deals
The developer’s lobby says union-friendly IR laws could see Australia miss its ambitious national housing target.