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Mining construction slowdown ripples across industry

A sluggish building climate in Australia, influenced by a slowdown in mining construction, is leading the biggest companies in the construction sector to trim costs, pursue smaller projects and...

Green light for $1b Dubbo Zirconia Project

The billion dollar Dubbo Zirconia Project in New South Wales has passed its final hurdle and will go ahead, creating at least 450 jobs for the region. “The Environment Protection Authority has...

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Projecting Forward

We’ve had a whip around the state to provide you with a small sample of proposed mining and energy projects to keep your eye on, and updates on current developments. 1 KIDSTON SOLAR PROJECT The 150MW...

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A need fulfilled

John Fleming writes about the development of the Australian Pipelines and Gas Association PE Code of Practice. The rapid development of the three LNG plants and the massive field infrastructure which...

FIFO worker self-harms on Perth flight

A Chevron FIFO worker harmed himself during a flight to Perth on Friday. The man, who works at Chevron’s Gorgon Project on Barrow Island, is now “stable”, according to a site notice sent by...

Film targets safety on Queensland construction sites

Industrial Relations Minister Grace Grace has released a new work safety film targeting young workers and their employers in a bid to cut deaths and injuries on construction sites. The film covers...

WIN 1 of 5 Orange Town: FIFO 3-2-1 signed books

Brent Williams started out life working on a vast cattle property in Australia for his father. Since then he has tried to put a life of bare knuckle fighting behind him. Earning respect from the...

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How to prepare for the next gas boom

Despite the recent drop in commodity prices, there is plenty of opportunity looming for the gas sector. Richard Szabo spoke with experts about what opportunities are available are what companies can...