Consultation opens on Darwin Renewable Energy Hub
15 November, 2024The Northern Territory Government has announced it is seeking public feedback on the proposed development of the Darwin Renewable Energy Hub.
Expired deadline threatens critical infrastructure as compliance lags
25 October, 2024 by Sadiq Iqbal*The deadline for achieving cybersecurity framework alignment for the SOCI Act expired on 17 August, with reporting by 28 September.
NSW critical minerals strategy to attract clean energy investment
22 October, 2024The NSW Government has announced it will create a $250 million royalty deferral initiative for critical minerals projects.
WA launches space industry strategy
08 October, 2024The WA Government has an ambition to drive continued growth of the state's space sector and become a global hub.
Government publishes National Hydrogen Strategy
16 September, 2024The federal government says the National Hydrogen Strategy will set up Australia as a renewables superpower.
Battery Breakthrough Initiative open for consultation
13 September, 2024The Battery Breakthrough Initiative aims to fund projects that enhance the development of Australia's battery manufacturing capability.
Million-panel solar farm approved for Central West NSW
09 September, 2024The federal government has announced the approval of a million-panel solar farm in NSW that it said will generate enough energy to power 229,000 homes.
NSW Government changes procurement rules to support local industry
06 September, 2024NSW Government agencies can now consider local content and local development opportunities when suppliers bid for government contracts.
Senate passes Net Zero Economy Authority legislation
23 August, 2024Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced that the Senate has passed legislation to establish a Net Zero Economy Authority.
EPA fines BlueScope Steel for control system failure
12 August, 2024A failure in the coke ovens at the Port Kembla Steelworks allegedly caused significant air emissions, resulting in a fine from the NSW EPA.
NSW renewable energy zone gets the go-ahead
19 July, 2024The Central-West Orana REZ is approximately 20,000 km2 and takes in cities and towns including Dubbo, Dunedoo and Mudgee.
Government releases RNA Blueprint for medical manufacturing growth
16 July, 2024The federal government estimates that the RNA sector could add up to $8 billion to Australia's GDP over the next 10 years.
NATA signs new five-year MOU with Commonwealth of Australia
12 July, 2024The agreement demonstrates a strengthened and ongoing relationship between the Australian Government and the National Association of Testing Authorities (NATA).
AEMO releases energy roadmap to net zero
26 June, 2024AEMO's Integrated System Plan (ISP) is the result of two years of consultation, analysis and review.
Government announces development of new net zero sector plans
18 June, 2024The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water is consulting on the development of new net zero plans for the industrial and resources sectors.
