Archived News for Engineering Professionals - August, 2019
Australian scientists may have been the first to witness the end of a neutron star as it was engulfed by a black hole.
Officials face misconduct claim
Several Queensland OHS officials are under investigation for allegedly giving confidential information to the CFMMEU.
Superbug breakthrough claimed
Australian researchers have discovered a way to find and beat superbugs, providing a critical breakthrough against many deadly infectious diseases.
Australia tops coal export tally
Australia is the world's third-largest fossil fuel exporter, behind Russia and Saudi Arabia, new stats show.
Burp-blocking fungus farmed
Australian researchers are farming a puffy pink seaweed that can stop cows from burping out methane.
IR boss calls for calm debate
A central figure in Australian industrial relations wants unions and big businesses to stop shouting at each other.
Low lights bring closer view
Australian researchers have found a simple way to unlock the nanoscale world on standard biology lab equipment.
Robo-tail to keep oldies upright
Japanese researchers have built a robotic tail to keep elderly people from falling over.
Split views on leaked evidence
Lawyers fear Australia could be more open to hacks and leaks after a recent High Court ruling.
US puts up money for NT
The United States will spend $305 million on military aircraft upgrades in the Northern Territory.
Victoria launches nuclear probe
Victoria will hold its own inquiry into the feasibility and suitability of the nuclear power.
Sector slowed by skills gap
A skills shortage could put Australia’s infrastructure pipeline in danger.
Fish ride tubular highway
Fish gun, salmon cannon, call it what you will, a video of fish being flung through a tube has captivated millions this week.
Gender selection studied
Japanese researchers are working on ways to select the gender of human offspring.
New gear for top soldiers
Australia is spending $3 billion on new weapons and body armour for special forces soldiers.
Small fine for PFAS evaporation
Gas company Inpex has been fined $12,600 for evaporating water containing PFAS over Darwin Harbour.
Victoria seeks higher target
The Victorian government is moving to legislate a renewable energy target of 50 per cent by 2030.
Watchdog seeks climate risks
ASIC says it will find out whether Australia’s biggest companies have properly disclosed their risk from climate change.
BCA wants big changes
The Business Council of Australia wants employers to get their workers behind productivity-boosting workplace reforms.