‘Shocking’ wind farm move blasted
Workers are fuming following one Labor government’s decision to oppose an offshore wind energy zone, saying thousands of jobs could be lost.
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Why AI could cost businesses billions
Experts warn AI will “rapidly and significantly” disrupt more than $600 billion of economic activity.
General orders safety review after Osprey crash
Fallout from the tragic Osprey crash in the Northern Territory continues with the Acting Marine Corps Commandant ordering a full service-wide safety review for the Marine Corps.
‘Cartel conduct’: Steel giant’s record fine
A steel producer touted as an Australian success story has been slapped with a record-breaking fine for trying to fix prices.
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Profit plunge for major steelmaker
BlueScope’s full-year profit has plunged dramatically, but sales of its Truecore and Colorbond products in Australia remain solid.
Factory fire sites already flagged as high-risk
It’s been revealed two factories engulfed by fires in Melbourne’s north over the past fortnight were already on the radar of a statewide taskforce.
Vic businesses push for looser shutdown
Industry groups are pushing the State Government to loosen the rules around Victoria’s complicated business restrictions during the coronavirus shutdown.
Why virus has swept through this industry
Health authorities are aware of links between infections at abattoirs and small goods factories as COVID-19 batters the meat industry.
Mystery of Elon Musk’s $2.1 billion bonus
Tesla’s making fewer cars and earning less revenue, so why has the car company’s share price gone up five-fold during the pandemic?
National icon’s ritzy new digs
CSIRO will move 450 employees to a futuristic new office at the Aerotropolis in western Sydney.
Oil production on path to recovery
Woodside Petroleum says oil production levels are recovering from the initial COVID-19 shock.
Wine group points to 20% earnings fall
Penfolds owners Treasury Wine Estates has flagged a 20 per cent earnings slump as COVID-19 dampens global wine demand.
Going back to Australian made to avoid ‘reliance on China’
The Australian Government and industry are looking to refocus on making things onshore, to boost Australia’s sovereign capabilities and help the economy.
CSIRO uses Victorian tech in new face mask trial
The CSIRO is developing lifesaving filtration materials for face masks, and relying on two Victorian companies, one in Geelong, to help boost supplies of vital medical equipment made in Australia.
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