Tony Abbott’s pledge to let local ship builders attempt to secure the project for the next generation submarines has caused confusion.
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Tony Abbott promises open tender for submarine project
Prime Minister Tony Abbott has changed his mind and decided to allow local shipbuilders to bid to build Australia’s next generation submarines.
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ACTU, Labor attack industrial relations inquiry
The union movement has attacked the Productivity Commission’s inquiry into industrial relations, saying it will reduce rights and conditions for workers.
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Local member seeks more army vehicle work for Thales in Bendigo
The federal Member for Bendigo has started to push for more work on the Hawkei military vehicle to be awarded to Thales Australia in Bendigo.
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Kevin Andrews to visit shipbuilder ASC
Defence Minister Kevin Andrews will visit government-owned shipbuilder ASC tomorrow, as the decision on the building of Australia’s new submarines nears.
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New Tasmania shipping service good for exporters
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) will commence a fortnightly service for Tasmanian exporters in late February.
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Japan offers Australia joint submarine deal: report
Japan has offered to jointly build the next generation submarine fleet with Australia, according to a report from Japanese media.
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Labor would increase CSIRO funding: Shorten
Opposition Leader Bill Shorten has said Labor would increase funding to the CSIRO, though he did not specify by how much.
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Alleged theft at defence contractor Forgacs
Defence contractor Forgacs has stood down three employees as it investigates allegations that they stole equipment worth $120,000.
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No open tender for submarines – Joe Hockey
The Government has said it will not hold an open tender on Australia’s new submarine project on the grounds that time is running out.
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Tasmanian companies accused of exaggerating RET costs
The Tasmanian industrial firms complaining about the RET are wrong and the scheme is actually good for the state, according to a report.
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Senate may block cut to government assistance to car industry
The Senate looks likely to block the government’s attempt to cut car industry assistance by $900m.
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China FTA could kill struggling manufacturers: AMWU
The Government’s expected FTA with China could cause the death of struggling Australian manufacturers, according to the AMWU.
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US and China secure climate change deal, Aus urged to follow
The agreement between the United States and China to further limit carbon emissions up to 2030 has prompted calls for the Australia to follow suit.
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APA still keen on NT gas pipeline
APA Group has stood by its plan to build a natural gas pipeline from the Northern Territory to the eastern states, despite claims that it is not viable.
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Swedish bid to build Australia’s submarines
Swedish company Saab Group will bid to make Australia’s next generation submarines and has said it will include building jobs in Adelaide.
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ASC not the only navy ship building option: SA govt
The South Australian government believes the private sector could play a role in South Australia’s navy ship building industry.
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Polluters ready to sign up for Direct Action plan: govt
The federal government says its controversial Direct Action scheme will begin in 2015 and businesses are ready to sign up to it.
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Warships to be built in Adelaide: report
The federal government will build eight new warships in Adelaide at a cost of $10 billion, according to reports.
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Direct Action climate policy receives PUP backing
The government’s $2.55 billion Direct Action climate change policy has received the support of Clive Palmer and is now likely to pass through the senate.
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