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Mining giant BHP Billiton has submitted a request to the South Australian Government to extend its 15 December deadline for the extension of its Olympic Dam works.
South Australian Minister for Energy, Tom Koutsantonis, and senior members of BHP Billiton had met to discuss the matter.
“Very careful consideration will now be given to the company's request and the reasons given for seeking an extension,” Mr Koutsantonis said.
HIA hits out at tax review
The Housing Industry Association (HIA) has challenged the recommendations from the Federal Government’s Business Tax Working Group (BTWG), accusing it of ‘missing the mark’ with its proposed changes to the country's business tax system.
Manufacturing continues decline finds AI Group
Declining manufacturing activity has been exacerbated by a significant drop in manufacturing new orders, according to a findings released by the Australian Industry Group (AI Group).
Mining sector driving construction growth finds report
Cordell Information and the Housing Industry Association (HIA) have released the 2012 Housing Industry Association-Cordell Construction 100, tracking the activity of engineering construction and non-residential building sectors of the top 100 companies in these sectors.
NCVER releases VET financial data
The National Centre for Vocational Education Research (NCVER) has released key financial information of the country’s vocational education and training (VET) system.
Carbon storage research facility opens in Perth
A new carbon sequestration research centre that is expected to play a critical role in reducing Australia’s greenhouse gas emissions has opened in Perth.
Productivity Commission to launch exploration inquiry
The Productivity Commission has announced it will conduct a new inquiry into regulatory barriers faced by mineral and resource exploration companies.
Regulator issues first carbon credits
The Clean Energy Regulator (CER) has issued the first carbon credits under the Federal Government’s carbon pricing mechanism, signalling the commencement of the Australian carbon market.
HIA publishes top 100
The Housing Industry Association has published its annual top 100 Australian builders report, with Metricon Homes taking out the title of the country’s largest builder two years running.
GE launches mining unit
Global giant General Electric (GE) has announced the opening of its newest arm, GE Mining, to be headquartered in Brisbane.
Gladstone channel declared significant
The Queensland Government has announced the proposal to build a shipping channel in Gladstone Harbour has been declared a significant project by the state’s Coordinator-General.
MSAC seeking public feedback
The New South Wales Mine Safety Advisory Council has outlined its strategic actions to 2017 Actions for a world-leading Work Health and Safety to 2017 plan, with State Minister for Resources and Energy calling for public comment.
Port of Cairns declared significant
The Queensland Coordinator-General has declared the proposed upgrade of the Port of Cairns a significant project, meaning it will now progress to its environment assessment stage.
QR's integrated project inches closer
Queensland’s Co-ordinator General has delivered the finalised terms of reference for the environmental impact statement (EIS) for QR National’s $2 billion Central Queensland Integrated Rail Project.
Queensland appoints resources supply steering committee
The Queensland Government has held the first meeting of the North Queensland Resources supply Chain steering Committee, the panel tasked with assisting the Government prioritise projects in north Queensland.
Queensland opens funding to break glass ceiling
The Queensland Government’s Supporting Women Scholarships are now open for women wanting to study in male dominated fields.
Asciano announces ICT revamp
Port and rail operator Asciano has announced it has commenced a major investment program to upgrade its ICT capabilities.
BREE publishes forecast
The Bureau of Resources and Energy Economics (BREE) has published its quarterly forecasting of the country’s resources and energy commodity export earnings for the 2012-13 year, which are now tipped to be in excess of $189 billion.
Construction begins on worker memorial
Federal Minister for Employment and Workplace Relations, Bill Shorten, has attended the ground-breaking ceremony for the construction of a memorial to honour those who have lose their lives as a result of work-related accidents.
Crunch time for Victorian insulation funding approaches
The Victorian Government has announced it is close to making a decision on whether to provide incentives for ceiling insulation under the Energy Saver Incentive Scheme after the recent public consultation period.
DHL begins work on new facility
Global logistics specialist DHL has announced work has started on its new $45.8 million Sydney facility, with construction due for completion early next year.