Archived News for Engineering Professionals - May, 2023
Coal averages cause concern
Coal producers are highlighting nuances in the face of new emissions plans.
Net Zero agency outlined
The Albanese government is set to establish the National Net Zero Authority (NNZA) ...
'Pangenome' to drive genetic efforts
International researchers have released the first draft of a reference 'pangenome' - a collection of DNA sequences from 47 people.
Audit broadsides boat buying
An audit of Australia’s $45.6 billion Hunter class frigate project has highlighted a flawed procurement process.
Darwin link progressed
New infrastructure will soon see a dramatic boost to Darwin’s internet access.
Smell tech boosts reality
Researchers have added a new dimension to the world of virtual reality - smell.
Big funds for hydrogen
Mining magnate Andrew Forrest could be one of the federal budget’s biggest winners.
Farm gas standard set
CSIRO has launched a new standard for assessing agricultural greenhouse gas emissions.
Science spending outlined
This year’s federal budget for science has been described as “business as usual”.
Asbestos scuttle begins
The West Australian government has commenced the demolition of Wittenoom, a ghost town that was once a hub for asbestos mining.
High tech flows shift
Engineers have come up with a new twist on chirality, extending the concept of directionality.
NASA boosts cyclone tracking
NASA has launched two small satellites to help track tropical cyclones from a base in New Zealand.
Survey shows cost pain
Builders are trying to avoid having to absorb costs by using tighter contracts, but are still paying more.
Broad slams green plans
Former CEO of Snowy Hydro, Paul Broad, has described the Australian Government's green energy plans as “bullshit”.
Gas ban basis questioned
The Northern Territory government has given the green light to full-scale gas production in the Beetaloo Basin, five years after lifting a moratorium on fracking.
State enjoys coal boon
Queensland's raised coal royalty is expected to provide an $8 billion boost to the state budget.