Archived News for Engineering Professionals - May, 2013
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).
CSIRO launches new robot whitepaper
A new breed of industrial robots and a revolutionary set of new ICT systems could soon transform Australia’s manufacturing sector, leading to safer environments and more efficient factories, according CSIRO’s latest whitepaper.
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.
$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.
WA to bring forward high-tech water imaging
The Western Australian Government has announced the Water Corporation will bring forward a high-tech program aimed at better assessing the condition of water mains in Perth’s CBD.
$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).
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 announces Hawker desalination plant
The South Australian Government has announced it has approved the construction of a new desalination plant for the township of Hawker.
Victoria announces $72 million for western transport
The Victorian Government has announced it will commit $72 million to boost transport and planning infrastructure in Melbourne’s west.
Victoria kicks off irrigation modernisation
The Victorian Government has pledged $16 million to kickstart the major modernisation works of the Macalister Irrigation District (MID).
Victoria pledges $170 million for road works
The Victorian Government has promised a ‘radical change’ in roadwork with a $170 million package to address the state’s roads.
Victoria to reform industrial zoning
The Victorian Government has announced sweeping reforms to the state’s existing business and industrial zones, with State Planning Minister Matthew Guy saying that the changes will drive productivity and employment growth.
Housing Awards recognise nation's top builders
The annual HIA-CSR Australian Housing Awards have been held in Brisbane last week, recognising the the nation’s top builders.
Boeing opens largest lab outside the US
Marking the company’s biggest research centre outside the United States, Boeing Research and Technology Australia (BR&T Australia) has opened the new centre in Port Melbourne.