Archived News for Engineering Professionals
The NBN’s second Sky Muster satellite has launched, on its way to bringing more coverage to some of our most internet-starved areas.
Bagel physics bags Nobel
Three British scientists have been awarded the Nobel Prize in physics for some mind-bending breakthroughs.
Fingers crossed for Reef-bot upgrade
Marine scientists are working on a robot to protect the Great Barrier Reef.
Major emitter moves toward accord
The world's third largest emitter of greenhouse gases has formally joined the Paris agreement on climate change.
Bacteria could help capture CO2
Bacteria may form an exciting new generation of stored carbon dioxide (CO2) monitors.
Miners reject Nats' cash grab
WA Nationals leader Brendon Grylls is keeping up his fight for a $5 tax per tonne of iron ore.
New 'scope spots live molecules
A new kind of microscope can track the position and orientation of individual molecules in living cells.
Top computers' CPUs replaced
Australia’s national advanced computing facility has been given a big upgrade.
Unrelated claims launch RET debate
Josh Frydenberg is calling for a “real debate” about renewable energy...
Activists' Alpha appeal fails
Gina Rinehart’s proposed 30-million-tonne Alpha coal mine is storming ahead after clearing its latest legal hurdle.
NBN takes up HFC 'Plan B'
The National Broadband Network is giving up on plans to use Optus cables to deliver high-speed broadband.
BHP's spill could cost $79 bil
Over 23,000 legal claims seeking a total $79 billion in damages have been lodged against BHP Billiton and Vale's Samarco joint venture.
Linc leaking rehab funds
Failed resources company Linc Energy has paid the Queensland Government $3.6 million for rehabilitation efforts.
Photons frozen for quantum advance
Australian experts have stopped light – trapping photons to lure the future of quantum computing.
Expert dismayed at powerful change
Energy reformers say the regulator has missed a great opportunity ...
Hazelwood outlook still hidden
Many voices are calling for owners of the Hazelwood Power Station give a clear timeline for its future.
New bid revives Ausgrid option
Local bidders have made an unsolicited offer for a 99-year lease on Ausgrid.
Portable vaccine labs outlined
New technology could soon see simple, portable vaccine factories for areas in need.