Archived News for Executives and Senior Management - September, 2018
Clive Palmer wants to build a new 700MW coal-fired power station in Queensland’s Galilee Basin.
Roundup case causes local concern
Thousands of people are seeking damages over Roundup herbicides in the US, causing concern about what will happen in Australia.
York Civil to be liquidated
Creditors of construction company York Civil have voted to liquidate the firm.
Analysis shows renewable rise
Australia would have 100 per cent renewable electricity by the early 2030s if the current rate of installations continues, analysis shows.
Blockchain contracts coming
CSIRO has joined with law and tech firms to create blockchain-based legal contracts.
Councils oppose coastal drilling
Port Lincoln City Council in South Australia has joined a list of councils who oppose drilling in the Great Australian Bight.
Gas sector wants climate clarity
The gas industry has become the latest to call on the Federal Government to come up with a climate and energy policy.
ASIC takes NAB super to court
ASIC is taking NAB to court on allegations the bank wrongly took $100 million in fees.
Costello critiques watchdogs
Former federal treasurer Peter Costello has accused Australia's corporate regulators of falling asleep at the wheel.
STEM bias called out
A major business leader says there is “hard evidence” of unconscious bias at work at some STEM organisations.
PS fights cyber strike
Federal public servants from a range of departments will soon take part in cyber wargames.
Green help from board balance
A new study has found companies with more gender-balanced boards are better for the environment.
Beer firms hop on health trends
A new review has highlighted a range of terms that beer companies use to make their products appear healthier.
Facebook going green
Facebook says it will source 100 per cent of its electricity from renewable energy by 2020.