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New funding has been opened to funnel kids into defence STEM jobs.
New chief for offshore safety
The Australian Government has announced the appointment of Kaylene Dale as the new CEO of the Australian Maritime Safety Authority (AMSA).
Electric effect grows gold
Australian scientists have uncovered new details about the formation of gold in the Earth’s crust.
Injuries ignored by "tough" tradies
Young Australian tradies are ‘toughening up’ at the cost of their health, experts say.
Coal closure profits shown
Research suggests shutting down coal-fired power stations can be profitable for investors.
Power options outlined
The Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) has released its 2024 Electricity Statement of Opportunities (ESOO).
Big solar boost opens
Australia is launching its $1 billion push to turbocharge local solar manufacturing.
Firms slammed over WA issues
The WA Premier has criticised some of the state’s major energy suppliers.
Slow cities face rapid change
Experts have assessed cities’ resilience to serious and growing threats.
CFMEU leaders shunted
The federal government has placed the Construction and General Division of the CFMEU under administration.
State split re-jigged
State and territory taxpayers could soon fund a larger share of major infrastructure projects.
Deaths cause mine pause
Authorities have shut down operations at a Queensland coal mine after two fatalities in just three weeks.
Middle Arm fuel issues raised
The role of fossil fuels in the NT’s “sustainable development precinct” has been questioned.
More boring for slowed project
Snowy Hydro Limited is buying a fourth tunnel boring machine (TBM) in a bid to keep the Snowy 2.0 pumped hydro project on track.