Industry News
The New South Wales Opposition says the Government should look at new renewables, not CSG.
Science cuts strike at Australia's future
There is a lot of concern about the future of Australian science and technology, with hundreds of jobs cut from the leading government organisation.
Energy drinks linked to off-beats
As people continue to quaff high levels of caffeine-filled energy drinks, experts are looking at what the effect might be.
Old gear not helping NSW TAFE
The NSW Government has been accused of wasting millions on a faulty TAFE IT system.
Tasmania fires up forest power
Tasmania is looking to ease its energy woes by burning native forests as biomass.
Mosquito measures stretched
Authorities are setting up a rapid testing centre for Zika virus in North Queensland.
States want training change done well
The Federal Government could face a few challenges in its attempt to take over TAFE funding from the states.
Hovering parents hinder highschoolers
‘Helicopter parents’ could actually be hindering their child’s development by becoming too heavily involved, a new study says.
Big Swiss sacking to save billions
Financial services giant Credit Suisse is sacking 4,000 people to counteract serious loses.
Clear value in cheaper care
A new study says effective childcare reform could add tens of thousands to the workforce and bring a multi-billion-dollar economic boost.
Clarity concern could see Vincent leave
Western Australia’s City of Vincent may leave the state's local government association, saying it is “out of touch” with ratepayers.
Councillor booted over asbestos issues
A Sydney councillor has been expelled from a fiery meeting amid a stand-off over asbestos response.
Payment won in "glass jaw" compo case
A federal tribunal has found public servants who suffer psychological harm from minor office disputes may be entitled to workers’ compensation.
Survey shows need for bigger net
Three-quarters of Australian voters realise corruption is not limited to unions.
Stand-off starting over councils' future
Tasmanian mayors are taking pot shots at each other as the state’s amalgamation plans continue to take form.
Doctors reel at public health deal
Tasmanian doctors may be forced to take industrial action over a Government decision it says will wrongly divert “precious” public health dollars.
Solid funding call for much-needed help
Aboriginal parents, students and educators want a consistent school funding model that actually delivers benefits.
Carmichael clears green hurdle
The Queensland Government has given permission that could see Adani get started on Australia’s largest coal mine.
SA team chasing Zika vaccine
Australian medical experts are working on a vaccine for Zika virus, as cases continue to rise.
Equality wanting for next few decades
Workplace analysts say it will be 2050 before gender equality is widespread in the global workforce.
Anti-gravity tree secret cracked
Australian experts have contributed to an exciting new finding – working out how trees pull water up to their very highest branches.