Industry News
Broad opposition has formed against a planned shale gas extraction program in Western Australia's Kimberley region, with locals saying they won’t put their water at risk.
Greens, Labor push to increase offset standards
The Labor party has joined the Greens in their push for a Senate probe into environmental offsets for mining firms, questioning whether the price they pay is really equal to the damage they produce.
Equity measures falling through gender divide
An independent business advisory council for workplace diversity says gender equity measures have not worked.
Broader view needed to dig at real source of harassment
It is certain that many workplace clashes are the result of differing opinions or personalities, but new research shows the workplace itself plays a big role too.
$10 million up for MDB betterment
The Federal Government is looking to fund better ways of using Murray-Darling water.
Tiny pump brings big plans with one drop of metal
A new device uses a single ball of liquid metal to pump fluids around a circuit – an extremely important breakthrough for building the miniature laboratories of tomorrow.
New study, better approach for best dietary balance
A massive metabolic study has shown counting calories is not the secret to a longer life, but balancing protein and carbohydrates just might be.
Joining dots on quantum lasers with silicon fix
Research will soon be presented that could bring a new age of photonic communication, with engineers reporting a way to print efficient quantum dot lasers on silicon.
Prices push gold to ten year high
It could be a golden decade for one mineral with Australian production levels at their highest peak in years, and still rising.
Rail strikers made to roll while reps face Fair Work
Union reps and company heads have come together again this week, trying to sort out a dispute that saw 200 Aurizon train drivers on strike.
Expert suggests toll roads the trick for Tassie traffic
Toll roads could be the solution to traffic congestion in Hobart, according to urban geographer and transport economist Bob Cotgrove.
Cops keep checking spree going on NSW trucks
Authorities are cracking down on a range of heavy vehicle faults this week, with a targeted spree in New South Wales.
Locals' road wish granted by RMS inspections
Ongoing community concerns have prompted authorities to review the safety of a wet and slippery mountain pass between the Pacific and New England highways.
Santos bids to cut road toll near mines
A mining firm has taken up the challenge of spreading safety awareness, hoping to teach drivers to avoid the ‘fatal five’ causes of road deaths in Queensland.
Double bus fire down to the wire
A wiring problem appears to have been the cause of two bus fires in as many months.
Building OHS scheme renovated, keeping solid foundation
The OHS scheme covering the building industry will be updated, with authorities looking to modernise and streamline processes while keeping safety intact.
Egg safety checks as yolks make folks ill
One company has been named as the source of a salmonella outbreak affecting hundreds of people in Victoria.
Technological link to boost battle science
Lockheed Martin Australia has joined forces with the Defence Science and Technology Organisation (DSTO) to launch a dual strike on the future of defence technology.
Sulphur search has eyes on ions
A new polymer could be the final link needed to make lithium-sulphur batteries possible, bringing about a world with high-powered, long-lasting, flexible and strong portable power supplies.
Workers say more wet charges waiting to blow in NSW
Local media reports suggest water-damaged explosives are still in the ground at the Mt Arthur coal mine, just like the one that led to a plume of poisonous smoke blowing across worksites last month.
Output reduced at one site after quake damage
An earthquake in Western Australia’s Eastern Goldfields region has damaged one gold mine, but spared others nearby.