Queensland

The federal government has announced the creation of a cooperative research centre (CRC) for Northern Australia investment for short-term collaborative projects that the government hopes will enhance the competitiveness of northern Australia. The CRC will be located in Townsville and will be comprised of industry representatives from Queensland, Western Australia and the Northern Territory. Minister … Continue reading New CRC centre to boost competitiveness in Northern Australia →

An explosion at Incitec Pivot’s Mount Isa acid plant yesterday sparked concerns about a smoke plume.

Two companies are in the final bidding stage to build and maintain 75 new trains for Queensland, the largest train contract in the state’s history.

Workers at mining manufacturer CQMS Razer will take enforced leave over Christmas as the company shuts down in an effort to stem losses.

Cutting red tape and strengthening the partnership between canegrowers, stakeholders and the Queensland government is the aim of a new sugar industry sustainability deal announced today.

Incitec Pivot yesterday took delivery of a vital part to fix its waste hear boiler, after the boiler’s failure two weeks ago forced the company’s acid plant to close.