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The Federal Government has provided an excellent opportunity for companies to appear as though they are doing something about their carbon emissions.

Banks recoil from risky port

Major banks say they are not keen on Queensland coal port expansions, which are also the subject of a damning scientists’ report.

Easier deals as Vic joins 'One-Stop' zeal

Victoria is the latest state to sign on the Federal Government’s “One-Stop Shop” approach to environmental approvals.

Ebola response left wanting, but NZ may have the key

New Zealand scientists have developed a portable, rapid, DNA testing device for Ebola.

New view for fresh eyes on data

A high-tech and visually-stunning software suite will bring a better look at data.

Air travel boost on eagle's wing

Australian researchers are seeking a patent on an system that mimics the way feathers help birds detect disturbances in the air.

Sub deal sold as Australia seeks others

Defence Minister David Johnston has sent a strong signal that Australia’s next fleet of submarines will not be Australian.

Test success for 32 terabyte cable

An international research team has unveiled new fibre network technology capable of transferring data at a rate of 255 terabits per second.

Xenophon pays to quiz Qantas

Independent Senator Nick Xenophon bought $500 in Qantas shares in order to take the board to task at the recent Qantas AGM.

Cold feet on green goal costs jobs, innovation

The Federal Government has launched its latest discussion on the future of the Renewable Energy Target.

Samsung building a role in gas game

Tech giant Samsung is getting into gas, with word of a near-$1 billion deal to build an advanced liquefied natural gas (LNG) plant.

Shift lifts burden on small builders

The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has welcomed the removal of a builder accreditation requirement.

US group slams QLD coal plans

Analysts say huge coal projects in Queensland’s Galilee Basin carry “an almost unprecedented level of financial complexity and risk.”

Boart bailed-out, looking to keep living

A mining company that has operated for over 100 years is in a rough patch, but a new deal may help it pay down its massive debt.

Beaming with success, physicists bring laser tractors closer

Physicists at ANU have built a tractor beam that uses a laser to repel and attract objects.

Migrant managers rise on policy shift

A new study says skilled migrants are enjoying better jobs and higher levels of employment thanks to a shift in policy.

Downer buys up Tenix in $300m move

Mine engineering and services contractor Tenix has been sold to Downer EDI for $300 million.

Engineers inking while Qantas pilots keep thinking

Qantas engineers have struck a four-year deal that includes an 18 month pay freeze.

Pink bits for breast success

One of the world’s leading mining equipment companies is painting its drill bits pink to aid breast cancer research.

Scientists at China's Nanyang Technology University (NTU) have developed ultra-fast charging batteries that can be recharged up to 70 per cent in only two minutes.Chinese scientists have developed batteries that can be recharged up to 70 per cent in only two minutes.