Archived News for Engineering Professionals
A class action by 6,000 people has started almost 7 years after Queensland’s fatal floods.
Arrow aims at Surat
Arrow Energy has signed a deal that will open up one of the largest gas reserves on the east coast.
Bacteria trained in bio-tech hybrid
Scientists have managed to control the behaviour of individual bacteria by connecting them to a computer.
Experts brought in for offshore wind
Plans are afoot to build Australia’s first offshore wind farm off the coast of Victoria.
Laser switch for chemical fix
Tech experts have devised a new way to make switches controlled by coloured light.
NSW Nationals on coal drive
The NSW Nationals want to use money from asset sales to build a new coal-fired power station.
Papers signed for NT space push
Leases have been signed at what could be the site of Australia's first commercial space centre.
Locals lead quantum breakthrough
Scientists have miniaturised an essential quantum computing component.
Andrews unveils big road plan
The Victorian Government has unveiled the route for Melbourne's $16.5 billion ‘missing road link’.
Call for asbestos penalties
A Senate committee has called for increased penalties for illegally importing asbestos.
NT makes powerful pledge
The NT Government has announced a push for a 50 per cent renewable energy target by 2030.
Palmer heading for big payout
Clive Palmer’s company has won a claim for US$150 million in unpaid royalties from foreign interests.
South32 to re-map Appin
South32 has commented on workplace concerns while claiming “strong financial results” at its AGM.
Neutrinos netted in IceCube lab
Australian researchers have helped measure how Earth absorbs the very highest energy neutrinos ...
New Bass plans released
There has been a mixed response to the release of a $20 million business case study into a second Bass Strait electricity cable.
Nuclear focus at robo-summit
Australia has played host to a robotics summit focussed on dealing with nuclear waste in the future.
Tesla claims success in SA
Tesla has completed construction on what is described as the world's most powerful lithium ion battery.
CPUs used to improve clockwork
High-tech methods have been used to improve centuries-old clockwork mechanisms.
Engineering demand rising
Job vacancies in engineering are back on the rise, with public sector road and rail projects driving demand.