Archived Industry News for Water Professionals - September, 2014
Australia will sport another mega-port, with the green light given to the $7 billion West Pilbara Iron Ore Project.
Japan starts on new season of nuclear
Japan has approved the restart of some of its nuclear reactors, in a move that could pave the way for the nation’s nuclear systems to fire once more.
Dreams of treasure bring nightmare for Council
The optimism of Wide Bay treasure-hunters is taking a toll on the local council.
Dump drifts though risks remain
The plan for what to do with tonnes of dredge spoil from the Abbot Point port expansion has changed, and gained the backing of one of the state’s least environmentally-friendly groups.
Flood of unanswered questions over Nimmie-Caira
A community group in New South Wales has opened fire on the state’s water authorities, saying they have shown a shocking lack of transparency around a major wetlands preservation project.
Japan continues trashing whale numbers and science
Japan has continued its “scientific” whale-hunting program, setting sail in Pacific waters this week.
Locals' wild device bites water weeds for birds
A snarling mechanical behemoth has knocked crocodiles off their spot as the scariest thing inthe Northern Territory.
New round in offshore gas game
Conditions for workers at the offshore Gorgon gas plant will be investigated by the West Australian government, if a push by three big unions is successful.
Sea science upswing on Investigator's arrival
$20 million worth of scientific equipment has docked in Hobart, ushering in a new age of Australian marine science in a stylish coat of blue and green.
Self-assured city has no love for its stream
Metropolitan living is taking a toll on the residents of Melbourne’s Yarra River.
Ebb and flow suggested for ailing Albert
Experts are discussing the best way to reduce the saltiness of Lake Albert, near the mouth of the River Murray.
Queensland sets scene for new drilling means
The Queensland Government is getting into newer, deeper forms of gas and oil drilling, which could bring big risks for water supplies.
Shots fired to fix sad state of STEM
Australia's chief scientist wants a greater focus towards the skills that will drive the future economy.
Small beads bring big worries
New South Wales may fight the use of tiny plastic particles common in beauty products, after a study found widespread pollution from ‘microplastics’ in Sydney Harbour.
Study maps origin of sea debris
Australian mathematicians and oceanographers may be able to work out which bits of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch came from where.
Jobs drift on gas inaction, Combet says
A former climate change minister says coal seam gas is the solution to soaring energy costs and carbon reduction needs.