Archived News for Industry Professionals - January, 2021
Energy firm Origin is seeking petroleum leases across 225,000 hectares of one of the world’s biggest free-flowing river systems.
PPE not safe from slave labour
Concern has been raised about the use of slave labour in producing PPE.
Itochu ditching coal
A partner in the Maules Creek coal mine has announced it will divest from thermal coal mines by 2024.
Big bump for icare CEO
Concern has been raised about a $120,000 pay rise for the new CEO of embattled NSW insurer icare.
Iron ships face new fee
Some WA iron ore exports will face new charges aimed at mitigating dust pollution problems.
Ranger closure prompts rehab call
The rehab plan for an old NT uranium mine has been deemed “woefully inadequate”.
WA to review BHP licences
BHP's environmental licences in the Pilbara town of Newman will be tested by the state government.
Cross-state licence plan released
Consultation is open on a new scheme designed to help licences apply across state lines.
EPA eyes Pirie lead limits
Nyrstar’s Port Pirie smelter is cutting its lead emissions, but is still likely to breach limits set in its new licence.
Super changes loom
Unions and super funds say planned superannuation reforms could put Australia's economic recovery at risk.