Archived News for Engineering Professionals
Clean power classes backed
The Albanese Government wants to broaden Australia’s skilled workforce in clean energy sectors.
Defence 'hardening' funded
The Federal Government says it will invest an extra $18 billion over the next decade to upgrade and strengthen defence bases across northern Australia.
Mine maps backed
The Federal Government is funding millions of dollars worth of mapping for mining companies.
Liquid switch seen early
The boundary between solid and liquid metal is far more dynamic than previously known.
Mine risks raised again
Courts have heard the risk of Adani's Carmichael mine on Queensland's Doongmabulla Springs.
Big fine for cobalt exposure
Orica has been fined $1.2 million for exposing workers to harmful cobalt dust.
Doped plastic eats itself
Scientists have developed a self-digesting plastic that could reduce plastic pollution and also strengthen itself.
Fight erupts on QLD rail
Violence has erupted between union and non-union workers at the site of Queensland's $6.3 billion Cross River Rail.
Sub strikes over pay gap
Approximately 300 workers at the Australian Submarine Corporation's SA facility went on strike this week.
Conductor switch tested
Australian researchers are working on a new conductor that only conducts when needed.
Corbell commits to SEC
A former ACT environment minister will take a top role at Victoria's green power body.
Official emissions probed
Australia's open cut coal mines could be emitting more than double the methane levels officially recorded.
Offshore bids move ahead
The first offshore wind feasibility licences have been granted for six potential projects.
Trust seeks to cut coal
Australia’s second largest pension fund is giving up thermal coal investments.
ICAC exposes transport grift
A New South Wales ICAC investigation has revealed extensive corrupt conduct involving former employees and contractors from the Inner West Council and Transport for NSW.