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The WA Department of Mines and Petroleum (DMP) has been held up as an example for women in leadership roles.

Drone docks give permission not to land

A University of Sydney researcher has successfully tested a method for docking and refuelling drones in mid-air.

BHP reveals its sweet dealings

The Tax Office is chasing BHP Billiton for more than $500 million in payments it avoided by shovelling profits overseas.

Graphite deal for Australian's African digs

Graphite exploration firm Triton Minerals has announced a major deal that will see $255 million invested into its operations in Mozambique.

New view on particles' particulars

Australian researchers have unveiled a device that can measure both the mass and the shape of a single molecule - a feat that was impossible until now.

Rubble robots get software boost

Flinders University engineering students have unveiled ground-breaking new technology for detecting human life using remote cameras.

Toyota's last local task starts

The last model of Toyota cars to be built in Australia has begun its production run.

Graphene holograms for future screens

Australian engineers have created a full-colour 3D display, which appears to pop off the screen – basically, a hologram.

Human gene tech not there yet

Chinese scientists have modified the genes of a human embryo, but say the technology is not ready yet.

John Holland fined while court action continues

Construction company John Holland has been fined $110,000 over an injury to one of its workers.

New uranium work approved for WA

Approval has been granted for a new uranium mine in WA.

NT driving boldly over 'construction cliff'

Economic analysts have warned that the Northern Territory has too many eggs in one basket, and is quickly approaching a “construction cliff”.

Tassie council takes big green steps

One Tasmanian council is making bold moves to cut costs through renewable energy.

Low cost green future waiting on policy, study says

New research says Australia could go 100 per cent renewable, with a few good policies.

Quake risk low in CO2 injections

Experts have checked the possible effects of one method of carbon sequestration – injecting CO2 into aquifers.

China pledges $46 billion for new oil moves

China will invest $46 billion in Pakistan to expand its energy and transport infrastructure.

Farm-bot rains handy bug plague

Scientists are testing a drone that drops beneficial insects onto crops.

Fake photosynthesis could fuel future

Researchers have created an exciting artificial photosynthesis system, which captures carbon dioxide and uses solar energy to convert it into plastic products and fuel.

Hard science in Disney's teddy printer

Engineers at Disney Research Labs have made some improvements on their fabric-based 3D-printer, which can churn out anything from a blanket to a teddy bear.

Outback architecture fills local needs

A team of twelve architecture students have travelled to the remote Indigenous communities of Areyonga and Amoonguna in the Northern Territory to build much-needed structures for the local communities.