Archived News for Industry Professionals - January, 2018
A new study says Qantas is the worst major airline when it comes to fuel efficiency and carbon emissions in trans-Pacific flights.
Senator sounds sub warning
A submariner turned senator has warned of significant cost blowouts in Australia's Future Submarine.
Experts douse EBA expectations
Economists say workers on EBAs should not expect to see big pay rises anytime soon.
ICAC sticks by whistleblower claim
SA’s corruption watchdog appears unlikely to support Nick Xenophon’s plan to pay whistleblowers.
Industry backs Carmichael mine
A poll by a mining HR group has found industry personnel back the development of Adani’s Carmichael coal mine.
Union urges regulator return
The TWU wants the Federal Government to bring back the road safety watchdog.
WA asbestos checks underway
WorkSafe WA has launched a proactive inspection program for asbestos in industrial plants and machinery.
NT power firm to push for price rise
NT’s Government-owned power generator is broke, and may increase power prices.
SA ignites thermal power plan
South Australia is planning to build the world’s largest solar thermal plant.
Adani airstrip questioned
Queensland’s Local Government Department has been asked to investigate the Townsville council's ...
ATA welcomes safety reforms
Trucking lobby chief Geoff Crouch says truck safety is a growing issue for all road users.
BHP questions lobby membership
BHP has released a review questioning its membership of the World Coal Association (WCA) and Minerals Council of Australia (MCA) over energy policy.
Green light for rare earth mine
The Northern Territory EPA has recommended the approval of a $900 million rare earths mine.
High fine rate for dole scheme
A federal work-for-the-dole scheme has issued over 350,000 fines to its participants in just two years.
Whyalla looks to green future
The mayor of Whyalla wants the town to shift from a heavy industry centre to a hub for renewable energy.
Deep doubt for NAIF rail loan
Even without the Queensland's rejection, Adani's $1 billion NAIF loan is unlikely to be approved.
457 fears in new TPP
Unions have issued a warning about the new version of the Trans-Pacific Partnership.
Abbott's carbon claims denied
Experts have attacked Tony Abbott’s latest comments on carbon credits.
Adani wants anti-activist alignment
Anti-Adani activists have been arrested after boarding a train likely carrying coking coal.
Master Builders urge planning change
The main building industry lobby says responsibility for development approvals should be taken from local government and given to independent bodies.