Archived News for Engineering Professionals - April, 2024
The Fair Work Ombudsman has been criticised for its handling of a CFMEU case.
AI causing energy crunch
Energy supplies could be holding back the next generation of artificial intelligence services.
Powercor pleads guilty
Powercor, the electricity distribution giant, has pleaded guilty to 104 charges stemming from failures in vegetation management around power lines, which led to a dangerous bushfire.
Queensland lays green road
Queensland is taking new steps on its path to sustainable energy and climate management.
Woodside to face green push
Major investors are challenging Woodside Energy’s climate strategies ahead of the company’s AGM.
Deep space in new detail
An international research team has recently introduced the most extensive and intricate 3D map of the universe ever produced.
Data centres drive crane shortage
Data on the use of cranes shows the growth of local tech services.
Graphics gap allows access
Researchers say hackers could access computers via their graphics cards and browsers.
New defence spend detailed
The Albanese government has allocated $330 billion for defence spending over the next decade.
Shire levy slammed
Mornington Peninsula Shire has proposed a mandatory development contribution scheme to address its social housing deficit.
Ammonia advance reported
New techniques promise energy-friendly ammonia production for fertilisers and alternative fuel.
Miner admits fatal failure
Carborough Downs Mine Management has admitted its failures led to the death of a worker and the severe injury of another.
Mundine's big bid collapses
Warren Mundine’s attempt to raise millions for a new mining company has failed.
Radio sweep shows doses
A new study finds Melbourne's radio wave exposure has been unchanged over the past decade.
Union seeks Labor sway
The CFMEU is looking to flood the Australian Labor Party to increase its political influence.