Archived News for Engineering Professionals - February, 2018
The head of the Northern Territory’s fracking inquiry is considering measures that would delay exploration.
Rail firm backs off NAIF request
Aurizon has withdrawn its application for NAIF funding to build the Galilee Basin rail line.
SA pumps up hydro studies
The South Australian government has announced grants for four pumped hydro projects.
Defence steel deal forming
A new deal should see more Australian steel used in the local defence exports industry.
Falcon Heavy takes flight
SpaceX’s Falcon Heavy - the world’s most powerful space rocket – has lifted off on its first deep-space voyage.
ABCC bans union images
The ABCC has announced new Building Code rules to stop the Eureka flag from being displayed on building sites.
Engineers advance wireless power
Researchers are working on a new wireless power source that uses triboelectricity - a green energy source.
Mining faces massive automation
New analysis predicts that 50 per cent of miners will be replaced by robots by 2020.
New tolls could pay for Sydney link
Leaked “cabinet-in-confidence” reportedly show the NSW Government is considering additional road tolls to pay for the final stage of its WestConnex motorway.
Rio urged to leave lobby
Rio Tinto investors are being recruited to push for the company to quit the Minerals Council of Australia (MCA).
Adani rail money dashed
The Federal Government appears to have ruled out NAIF funding for a rail line to Adani’s Carmichael coal mine.
SA unveils virtual solar plan
The SA Government has announced plans to connect 50,000 homes to form a virtual power plant.
Starbugs set for galaxy quest
Australian tech experts will play a major role in measuring the current expansion rate of the Universe with one per cent precision.