Archived News for Engineering Professionals - September, 2023
Local experts are designing ‘radio-quiet’ electronics to power the world's largest radio telescope.
Strikes loom on LNG giant
WA’s Chevron liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities still face imminent strikes ...
Coal hike coming for NSW
The NSW government is set to bolster its budget by $2.7 billion through an increase in coal royalties.
Cyber list grows
The list of businesses falling under the "National Significance" category has expanded ...
Eraring talks continue
Tough talks are deciding the future of NSW’s Eraring coal-fired power station.
Fake coal test case forming
South Korean power companies are gearing up to sue an Australian lab over alleged fake coal tests.
AAD issues aired
The Australian Antarctic Division has been accused of impeding a Senate inquiry into climate research cuts.
Aviation paper takes flight
The Albanese Government has launched its Aviation Green Paper and is inviting feedback.
WIFI broadcast tested
Sydney's Connectivity Innovation Network (CIN) has demonstrated the next step in large-area WIFI.
Australia failing green goal
Experts say Australia must drastically accelerate its emissions reductions to meet Paris Agreement goals.
Middle Arm review looms
The Senate is set to investigate the controversial Middle Arm precinct development in Darwin Harbour.
AI tops drone race
An AI pilot called Swift has triumphed over professional human drone pilots in a head-to-head championship.
Chevron strike to escalate
Unions are planning a significant escalation of industrial action at Chevron’s WA plants.
Gold firm reveals issues
Gold Fields Limited has issued a formal apology to employees who have endured bullying, sexual harassment, racism, and other forms of discrimination.
Liontown sees big bid
US chemical heavyweight Albemarle has proposed a $6.6 billion takeover offer for Liontown Resources.
New IR protections pushed
The Albanese Government has introduced its attempt to address issues that undermine pay and working conditions.
Paper straw PFAS checked
Researchers have discovered that many so-called ‘eco-friendly’ paper straws contain poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
Shift impairment studied
Shift work has been linked to cognitive impairment in middle-aged and older adults.