Archived News for Industry Professionals - June, 2014
Speed limits on some key Queensland roads will stay the same, as the state looks to reduce its driving death toll.
Port projects progress and stall in WA
A combination of action and delays at ports across Western Australia this week, with the launch of plans for a massive new project while another hits a hitch.
Raft of charges as more Cootes trucks found unsafe
Melbourne-based trucking company Cootes Transport has been hit with 67 counts of operating unsafe vehicles, after safety investigations crossed state lines.
Simple tips to aid prospective searching
A campaign is on in Western Australia urging prospectors not to get complacent on safety, as simple mistakes can turn quickly into real complications.
Water change shows legal tide favours mines in QLD
Showing the extreme mining-friendliness of the Queensland Government, a law has been changed to prevent investigation of a controversial quarrying practice.
Axle adjustment should be good for all
A new approach to loading heavy vehicles may save time and money for the trucking industry.
Cranes and collisions cause concern at Adelaide Hospital build
Hundreds of construction workers have returned to the site of the new hospital building in Adelaide this week, despite safety concerns prompting mass walk-offs last week.
Drug moves rub wrong way on Victorian work sites
A string of employers have backed Victorian Government moves to introduce random drug tests on all government consultation sites.
Minister wants SA to jump for federal funds
The Assistant Minister for Infrastructure says South Australia should get involved in the Federal Government’s infrastructure-linked hand-outs from the $5 billion Asset Recycling Initiative.
Nuclear nod from former hater
At a recent industry conference, a prominent environmental consultant said Australia and the world need to embrace nuclear power.
Poor price keeps hitting once rich regions
The Singleton Chamber of Commerce says it has become a victim of the diminished global coal price, with low demand hitting businesses hard in rural New South Wales.
Use down, cost up in latest energy stats
Australian households use four per cent less electricity than they did four years ago, but the value of that electricity has risen, new statistics say.
Corruption checks launched over Transport moves
Victoria's corruption watchdog is looking into claims of dodgy dealing at the Department of Transport.
Independence questioned as funds follow party lines
There are accusations of extreme political pandering being thrown at the Federal Government, after it was revealed that it has so far funded projects in LNP electorates at a rate about three times higher than others.
Road funds to save lives with broader base
The Federal Government has made it easier for councils to access funds from a $200 million pool for road safety projects.
Greens and miners agree on need to save scheme
A project which has been saving masses of water since 1999 may be scrapped, as the current government blames the former government for its need to cut costs.
Bauxite buried on non-beneficial grounds
Billions of dollars worth of bauxite will stay buried, as the Queensland Government rules against a project proposal.
Cancer compo. talks for fire-fighters in SA
A bill allowing fire-fighters to access automatic compensation for work-linked cancers has passed the upper house in South Australia.
Locals to move out of QLD coal industry's tracks
The Queensland Government may be preparing for a land-grab to buy properties near the coal-heavy Galilee Basin.
New curtains reveal value of mine water
A new Australian invention could see a massive reduction in wastewater at mine sites, while boosting value too.
New focus for UGL after fiery few months
Big moves at engineering contractor UGL, with the announcement of the sale of one subsidiary and appointment of a new CEO.