Archived News for Industry Professionals

Newly merged resources goliath GlencoreXstrata has announced it has dropped the planned Balaclava Island coal export terminal development.

Government releases Wilton airport study

The Federal Government has released the first technical study into Wilton’s suitability as a second Sydney airport.

BG Group sells LNG stake

BG Group has announced the sale of $1.93 billion worth of holdings in the Queensland Curtis Liquefied Natural Gas (QCLNG) project to China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC).

The Bureau of Resources and Energy Economics (BREE) has released its Energy in Australia 2013 report, providing a detailed report into the state of play of energy in Australia, including resources, production, consumption, trade and prices.

Confidence slumps as conditions deteriorate finds report

Business confidence has taken a battering over the past month, with conditions remaining very difficult and the tentative signs of a return to form all but drying up.

Energy pollution dropping finds report

The energy sector has recorded significant drops in pollution production, according to the latest National Electricity Market data, while energy production by traditional high-polluting methods are declining.

First Sustainable Report released

The inaugural Sustainable Australia Report has been released by the government appointed National Sustainability Council, highlighting major challenges faced by the coming years as the country continues to grow.

Migration Council releases 457 survey

Holders of 457 visas have a high level of job satisfaction, integrate well into the broader Australian labour force and provide critical skills that supplement the Australian economy, according to the latest findings from the Migration Council of Australia.

Outlook challenging finds HIA

The housing construction industry is set for a challenging immediate future, according to the latest report released by the Housing Industry Association (HIA).

NSW hits the reboot button with billions

The New South Wales Government has so far allocated $4.7 billion to Restart NSW, the fund established in 2011 with the goal of driving renewed economic and social infrastructure funding across the state.

Queensland road tenders out in weeks

The Queensland Government has announced that $276 million worth of road reconstruction works will go out for tender later this month.

$207 million for Victoria's freight infrastructure

The Victorian Government has announced a $207 million investment for a suite of freight-related initiatives under the State Budget.

$31 million for Victorian mining

The Victorian Government pledged $31.7 million for the state’s mining sector from the State Budget.

$520 million for Victorian public transport infrastructure

The Victorian Government has pledged $520 million for the delivery of safety, reliability and capacity projects for the state’s public transport network under the State Budget.

Victoria to build East West Link

Melbourne’s major East West Link roadworks is set to go ahead after the Victorian Government confirmed it will be committing to the first stage of the funding.

$100 million for Frankston rail

The Victorian Government has pledged $100 million for a significant upgrade to Melbourne’s Frankston commuter rail line.

Construction slumps in April

The nation’s construction sector has hit a seven month low in April, according to the latest Australian Industry Group (Ai Group)/Housing Industry Association (HIA)’s Australian Performance of Construction Index (PCI).

Cut taxes now urges MCA

The Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) has urged the Federal Government to reconsider the implementation of two new taxes, saying that stifle industry growth and investment.

Government announces asbestos plan

The Federal Government has released a draft consultation plan for the formation of a national plan on asbestos safety and eradication, following a meeting between Minister for Workplace Relations Bill Shorten and the Select Council on Workplace Relations.

Port of Melbourne announces preferred bidders

The Port of Melbourne has announced a shortlist of bidders for the construction and operation of Melbourne’s third international container terminal.

SA brings forward building timeline

The South Australian Government has announced up to 18 projects under the Better Neighbourhoods Program are to be brought forward in a bid to assist the state’s small-to-medium sized civil engineering and construction companies.