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Workplace discrimination cuts deep across Australia: report 4/4/2013

Nearly a million Australians feel their boss has discriminated against them over recent years, a new University of Melbourne study has found.

Sustainability lessons from US logistics sector 3/28/2013

From major retailers to trucking and shipping, US companies are making major strides in emissions control, reduced energy consumption and cost savings.

Catalyst in a teacup: new approach to chemical reduction 3/28/2013

Taking their inspiration from nature, scientists at the University of New South Wales have developed a new method for carrying out chemical reduction.

Regional communities could use food waste for fuel 3/28/2013

Murdoch University researchers are touting biogas from small-scale food waste digesters as a source of renewable energy for rural and regional communities.

The three pillars of manufacturing reform for 2013 3/25/2013

In the past year, there has been significant progress made on some reforms to support Australia's manufacturing sector, notably in the anti-dumping area.

Green engines research lab an Asia-Pacific first 3/20/2013

Research into sustainable automotive technologies will be boosted with the launch of RMIT University's $10 million Green Engines Research Facility in Bundoora, the first of its kind ...

Australia remains favoured destination for Chinese investment 3/20/2013

Australia is facing increasing competition from other countries for Chinese investment dollars, according to a new report.

Battery breakthrough brings longer life to electric vehicles 3/20/2013

A new version of lithium-sulphur battery that can run electric vehicles is being developed at the Baosteel-Australia Joint Research and Development Centre based at The University of ...

China producing more, polluting less: study 3/13/2013

Research into a decade of development in China provides little support for the so-called 'pollution haven' hypothesis.

New joint centre to secure future energy, reduce emissions 3/13/2013

A newly established joint research centre at Curtin University will help secure future energy supplies and reduce CO2 emissions from both Australia and China.

Digging the dirt on illegal mining 3/6/2013

Griffith University researcher Professor Ciaran O’Faircheallaigh will lead an investigation into illegal mining on mineral-rich Bougainville Island, starting in June.

Spin out company acquired by minerals processing giant 3/6/2013

The shareholders of Curtin University spin out company, Scanalyse, have signed an agreement for their shares to be acquired by Finnish minerals and metals processing technology and ...

Microscopic pollutant causing surge in heart deaths 2/20/2013

Exposure to higher levels of fine particulates — the airborne pollution that is an emerging problem in many Asian cities — causes a sharp rise in deaths from heart attacks.

'Breathing' plants help to deal with climate change 2/20/2013

Plants and soils absorbed one-third of the carbon pollution released from burning fossil fuels in Australia over the past two decades, a CSIRO study has found.

Research sheds light on FIFO mining workforce 2/20/2013

A recent study by researchers from the University of Ballarat provides insight into some of the issues raised by The House of Representatives Standing Committee on Regional Australia’s ...

Micro CT Scanner to further carbon capture research 2/20/2013

A new Micro CT Scanner installed at Curtin University will enable advanced research into geosequestration, long recognised as a viable method for safely disposing of CO2 underground. ...

Carbon sponge could soak up coal emissions 2/17/2013

Emissions from coal power stations could be drastically reduced by a new, energy-efficient material that adsorbs large amounts of carbon dioxide, then releases it when exposed to ...

Family business operators 'failing to plan for future' 2/15/2013

Australian family business operators are increasing their risk of insolvency by failing to plan for the future, according to Antony de Vries, a Sydney insolvency expert.

Tough lessons for Aussie miners in developing states 1/31/2013

Two recent events have highlighted the potential pitfalls of miners doing business in developing states.

How to sustain productivity with fewer staff 1/29/2013

Unemployment rates in Australia have significantly hiked from 5.2 per cent last year to the current level of 5.4 per cent. Job advertisements have slumped to their lowest level in ...

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