Archived News for Engineering Professionals

Scientists have been pinching designs from nature for some time, but have now brought living and synthetic materials together in an exciting new way.

Abetz lays groundwork for broad building changes

The Federal Government believes jobs and capital are at stake, as it moves to reduce union power on building sites.

Roy Hill's green light beams with $7.2 billion bulb

The biggest mining project in Australia is now locked in, with Gina Rinehart securing a $7.2 billion deal for work at Roy Hill.

Toyota pays up after 'sticky pedal' deaths

Toyota will pay an incredible $1.32 billion to settle a criminal investigation into deadly safety issues

Broad soil study puts carbon future on the map

A new set of maps will establish a clear baseline for Australia’s soil organic carbon stocks.

Joyce jabs at Unions' safety hook

Alan Joyce has again lashed out at the Australian union movement, claiming it has been spreading rampant lies to fight efforts for more foreign investment.

Pumping dams could plug holes in power supply

Using a giant battery made of water and gravity, engineers have proposed a new way to store renewable energy to meet extra demands.

Cyborg seedlings grow new field of science

There is no doubt that plants are excellent, but a team of MIT engineers are looking to cutting-edge materials to make them even better.

Team takes title for long race on short supply

Two teams from Monash University have made their mark at the Shell Eco-Marathon.

Universal echoes bring Big Bang physics into a new age

Physicists have discovered evidence from the first few billionths of a second after the universe formed.

Council says more power can come in a thousand little sources

A new discussion paper says technology has solutions to the major cost of living for many.

Holland drops staff and sites to face new age of operation

The John Holland group, a giant of the Australian engineering and construction landscape, is shedding hundreds of staff and looking to sell one of its main facilities.

Sparks fly from friction to power the future

New developments could see the end of giant coal, gas or nuclear turbines, and the rise of electricity gathered by simple movement and friction.

Twin tunnels to link sides of Sydney for $3 billion

The Prime Minister and Premier of New South Wales have signed-off on a $3 billion tunnel project for Sydney commuters.

New drone fleet coming to keep remote eyes on borders, power

The Federal Government is buying a fleet of surveillance drones for border security and other duties, creating around 100 jobs for an estimated cost of $3 billion.

Academic minds turn to matters of mining

A new centre has been funded to study the effects of one of the world’s most dangerous professions.

New lasers to take aim at just one atom

It may soon be possible to cut and drill materials one atom at a time, using a super-focused laser.

Testing ground set for plasma jar to the stars

Australian engineers have their eyes on inter-stellar skies, and are about to test the jet engine that may take them there.

Australian team chasing goal to clear space with lasers

Australian engineers are working on a laser to shoot at space junk clogging up the area around Earth.

Big names drifting away from Abbot Point plan

The Queensland Government remains optimistic about the plan to expand the Abbot Point coal port terminal, despite very few interested private companies remaining.