Archived News for Executives and Senior Management - December, 2020
NSW’s Independent Planning Commission (IPC) has green-lit the expansion of a coal mine above Sydney’s water catchment.
Science rains from passing probe
A Japanese space capsule has landed in outback South Australia, packed with samples from a distant asteroid.
WMO warns of record heat
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) says 2020 is on track to be one of three warmest years on record.
Basslink pays for cable fail
Basslink has been ordered to pay the Tasmanian Government almost $40 million in compensation...
BOM influence alleged
Reports say global energy giants have influenced Australia’s Bureau of Meteorology (BOM).
Kogan slapped for tax claims
Electronics retailer Kogan has been fined over claims made in a tax time promotion.
States praised for green goals
The UN has thanked Australian states for their net zero commitments, but not the Federal Government.
Climate risks extend to rich
A new report finds no country – whether rich or poor – is immune from the health impacts of worsening climate change.
LNG controls concern firms
Australia’s big east coast LNG exporters will soon face formal price controls for the first time.
Miner fined for misinterpretation
Bravus, formerly Adani, has paid a $26,000 fine for “misinterpreting” its environmental approval conditions.
State boots banks from school
Victoria has banned Commonwealth’s Dollarmites scheme and other “low-quality” school banking programs.
Andrews denies interference
The Victorian Ombudsman says it needs more money to continue investigating matters in the public interest.
Bid to expand tech powers
The Federal Government is attempting to allow police to hack into computer networks.
SA considers code deal
South Australia is considering boosting MP’s pensions in exchange for anti-lobbying rules.