Archived News for Engineering Professionals - May, 2024
New course aimed at planning gap
New degrees in planning and surveying aim to address a critical skills shortage.
Organ lab opening
A new research hub is being created to advance the development of tiny, engineered organs.
Rio reviewing driverless derailment
The Mining and Energy Union has accused Rio Tinto of risking workers' safety following a train derailment in Western Australia.
Anglo moves to drop coal
Anglo American has announced it will sell its five coal mines in Queensland following the rejection of a takeover bid from BHP.
Emission consideration upheld
A Federal Court ruling allows coal and gas projects to continue ignoring the impacts of their emissions.
PRRT path open
Oil and gas producers have expressed relief after the Albanese government reached an agreement with the Greens.
SA signs AUKUS deal
South Australia and Maryland have formalised a significant collaboration aimed at developing the skilled workforce needed for the AUKUS program.
Santos case conduct probed
The conduct of the Environmental Defenders Office in a court case with Santos has been reviewed.
State swells big battery
The Queensland Government has announced a major expansion of Stanwell's Central Queensland battery energy storage system.
Victoria backs biotech
The Victorian Government has announced a $5 million investment in the development of life-saving innovations.
ATSE seeks serious research
Advocates say sustained momentum is needed for technological change in Australia.
Space spend questioned
The Victorian Government has invested $37 million in a US space tourism company.
Tech spend aimed at AI
About $2.8 billion in technology investments are included in the 2024 federal budget...
Fouling tested for better chemicals
New methods could allow the chemical industry to make better use of water.
Mind-reading tech tested
A new mind-reading device is capable of decoding words that people are thinking but not vocalising.
Quantum coherence extended
Australian researchers have assisted what could be a major quantum computing advance.