Archived News for Engineering Professionals
Silver needs stretched
The solar energy industry is driving an increased demand for silver, creating a supply deficit for the metal.
State expands builder funds
Hundreds more clients affected by the collapse of home builders in Victoria will receive much-needed financial support, as the state government expands its compensation scheme.
Embryo editing expanding
Experts are working through concerns over gene editing in early human embryos.
NACC opens for corruption flood
The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) has officially commenced operations.
Resource exports set to drop
Australia's resources export market is expected to face a significant downturn ...
Synergy to pay for overcharge
Synergy, a major electricity provider in Western Australia, has been fined $30 million for excessively raising wholesale prices.
Tasmania inks hydrogen links
Tasmania could become a global leader in green hydrogen production and export by 2030, according to a new feasibility study.
WA to probe gas policy
WA Parliament will investigate the state’s gas reservation policy amid concerns about its effectiveness.
Key scheme hurt builders
The Morrison government’s HomeBuilder scheme appears to have benefited high income earners and select builders.
AI aimed at critical protection
Experts have proposed using AI to help protect critical infrastructure including power, water and communication networks.
'Morphobot' shows limb skills
The remarkable abilities of a robot named 'Morphobot' (M4) are highlighted in a new report.
Cloud creators shield Reef
Queensland scientists are conducting experiments to modify clouds and reduce the impact of global warming.
Battery leader's passing marked
John Goodenough, 2019 Nobel Prize winner in 2019 for groundbreaking work on the development of lithium-ion batteries, has passed away at the age of 100.
Flood fund tweaks detailed
The Productivity Commission has reviewed the federal Future Drought Fund.
Green power drives union split
Mining and energy workers have voted to split from the CFMMEU over differing stances on the renewable ...
IFM leadership shifts
A major infrastructure investor will soon be chaired by its second successive Labor figure.
Defence cutting contractors
The Australian Defence Department is set to remove 2000 contractors, equivalent to one-fifth of its private workforce.