Archived News for Industry Professionals
A Chief Executive Officer is being recruited by the Queensland Government for the newly formed National Heavy Vehicle Regulator, an independent body based in Brisbane and recognised by all states and territories as the head regulator.
The CEO will be accountable for administering:
- Heavy Vehicle National Law;
- Establishing national business systems and procedures;
- Delivering regulatory activities;
- Developing reporting frameworks and national operating procedures; and
- Establishing industry liaison and consultation to implement educational programs and other related iniatives.
Comment sought on Draft NSW Road Safety Strategy
In late 2011, the Centre for Road Safety commenced the development of a new NSW Road Safety Strategy. This followed from the launch of the National Road Safety Strategy 2011-2020.
Fortescue takes action to tackle debt
Fortescue Metals group has announced it will defer the development of the Kings deposit within the Solomon mining hub and the full completion of its fourth berth at Herb Elliott Port until iron ore prices return to more sustainable levels.
Applications open for Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity grants
The Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Anthony Albanese, has called for applications for funding under Round Three of the Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Program over 2012-13 and 2013-14.
Bids open for SA onshore petroleum exploration licences
Bids have been opened for two new onshore petroleum exploration licences in the Otway and Cooper basins in South Australia.
Casey to lead Petrel Energy
David Casey has been appointed Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Petrel Energy Ltd.
NSW releases Long-term Transport Master Plan
The NSW Government has released its 20-year vision for the state’s public transport, roads and freight network, incorporating all modes of public transport, roads, freight, cycling and walking.
Australian Freight Industry Awards announced
Winners of the 23rd Annual Australian Freight Industry Awards have been announced at a gala dinner hosted by the Victorian Transport Association (VTA).
CFMEU threatens to close Queensland mines on safety proposal
The Construction, Forestry, Mining and Energy Union (CFMEU) has threatened to close down the Queensland coal industry by a work ban on mines if the State Government adopts a proposal by the Queensland Resources Council to remove from union safety inspectors the right to close mines on safety grounds.
CSIRO denounces APPEA claims about groundwater impacts of coal seam gas mining
The debate about the impact of coal seam mining on groundwater has been fuelled by claims made in a television commercial produced by Australian Petroleum Production & Exploration Association (APPEA) and aired on Sunday 2 September that ‘CSIRO [and government studies] have shown that groundwater is safe with coal seam gas’.
Funding for WA mining exploration announced
A new round of grants to boost Western Australia’s mining exploration investment has been announced by WA Mines and Petroleum Minister Norman Moore during the opening of the Association of Mining and Exploration Companies’ (AMEC) Convention 2012.
New national office to oversee asbestos management
A new organisation with a central coordinating role will pave the way for a national approach to asbestos awareness and management in Australia.
Newcrest team wins mine rescue competition
Newcrest Cadia Valley Mine Emergency Response Team has defeated eleven other teams from across the country to win the Victorian Mine Rescue Competition sponsored by Fire and Safety Australia.
Port of Melbourne design contracts awarded
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SA mineral exploration hits post GFC high
The South Australian Minister for Minerals Resources and Energy Tom Koutsantonis has released figures that show that spending on mineral exploration in South Australia hit a post-GFC high in 2011/12.
COAG Housing Supply and Affordability Reform report released
The Council of Australian Governments (COAG) has released the Housing Supply and Affordability Reform (HSAR) Report.
Housing construction sector remains in doldrums
Approvals for private sector housing continue their struggle to gain momentum as Building Approvals figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics revealed only a marginal increase.
NSW electricity industry to take on 139 apprentices
The NSW Energy Minister Chris Hartcher has announced that 139 new apprentices will start training next year across the NSW electricity network.
The new recruits will start work with the State’s three electricity network business – Ausgrid, Endeavour and Essential Energy as apprentice line workers, cable jointers and substation technicians.
Mr Hartcher said the three network businesses were now recruiting for the new roles which included applications, exams, and interviews to help select the brightest bunch of new trainees.
“These new recruits will learn their trade as they work, ensuring they stay safe while maintaining a reliable and efficient electricity network for the people of NSW,” Mr Hartcher said. “They will become the next generation of frontline workers, learning from some of the best and most experienced power workers in the country.
“More than half of these new apprentices will be based in regional and rural NSW, helping to support local communities and local economies.”
The apprentice class of 2013 will learn their trade in both the classroom and on the job training throughout NSW.
Mr Hartcher said that the three electricity networks expected to employ a total of 1,200 graduating apprentices over the next four years.
Oil and gas training and research the focus of CDU agreement
Charles Darwin University has signed a memorandum of understanding with Incospec and Associates Australia that will further its capacity for education, research and on-the-job training related to the needs of the oil and gas industry.
Perth gets Australia's first electric car recharge network
Perth has gained Australia's first electric car recharge network with 23 new fast-charge stations installed across the metro area in a project led by researchers from The University of Western Australia.