Archived News for Engineering Professionals
New stats show about 40 per cent of the world's power generation is now renewable.
Secret decisions slammed
Victoria's Ombudsman has issued a report condemning the “creeping politicisation” of the state's public service.
ARC changes outlined
The Albanese Government has presented a bill to strengthen the Australian Research Council (ARC).
Local magic mushrooms sequenced
Australia's magic mushrooms could help breed tomorrow's “designer ‘shrooms”.
Top minds bail on X
A new survey shows Australian scientists are leaving Elon Musk’s social media platform.
Chips hint at local future
New photonic chips that ‘fit together like Lego’ could open a new local industry.
Concrete doped for better printing
Engineers have added graphene oxide to cement mixture to make stronger 3D-printed concrete.
NSW reviving IR court
The NSW parliament has passed laws aimed at improving workers' wages and conditions.
Stone study splits risks
Experts have raised questions about the safety of alternatives to engineered stone.
Combo bill criticised
The Albanese Government has been criticised for combining changes to the Petroleum Resources Rent Tax with a bill to avoid a new PwC scandal.
Concern over COP leader claims
The president of COP28 says there is “no science” behind calls for a phase-out of fossil fuels.
Councils back big line
Seven rural councils in Queensland have united on plans for a “clean energy corridor”, connecting western Queensland to ...
Pollution deaths tallied
A new report says fossil fuels account for 5 million extra air pollution deaths per year.
Tech suggested for deep dives
Local archaeologists say cutting-edge techniques are needed to prove bold new claims about human history.
Crypto draws vast water
New research shows cryptocurrency mining uses a significant amount of water.