Federal Minister Slams QLD Over $800m Cairns Port Delay
Federal Infrastructure Minister Catherine King criticizes the Queensland government for stalling an $800 million common user facility at Cairns Port, citing delays and lack of progress.
Category : Energy
Missing Laptops Fuel Bullsbrook Blackout 'Misinformation' Claims
Energy Minister Amber-Jade Sanderson orders audit after Western Power loses $1 million in devices, as Opposition links missing laptops to heatwave blackouts affecting 2,200 homes.
Kardinia Energy Gets $215M for Solar Cell Manufacturing
Kardinia Energy has received a $215 million funding boost to expand its solar cell manufacturing, aiming to enhance Australia's renewable energy capabilities and create jobs.
Pilot Energy Names Brian Siddall CEO for WA Clean Energy Future
Pilot Energy appoints energy veteran Brian Siddall as CEO to drive carbon management and renewable projects in Western Australia, including data centre and solar initiatives.
Energy Giants Profit Billions While Household Bills Skyrocket
Exclusive data reveals Australia's top three energy companies made over $2.2 billion in profits last year, as households pay hundreds extra in loyalty taxes amid soaring bills.
Sydney-Newcastle High-Speed Rail Moves Closer to Reality
The Sydney to Newcastle high-speed rail project has taken a significant step forward, with new feasibility studies and government support bringing it closer to construction.
Woodside Energy Profit Beats Expectations, CEO Search Nears End
Woodside Energy has reported a profit exceeding market forecasts, with the company's CEO search nearing completion, signaling strong performance amid leadership transition.
Sydney-Newcastle High-Speed Rail Enters New Phase
The Sydney to Newcastle high-speed rail project has commenced its next development phase, marking a significant step toward faster regional connectivity and economic growth in New South Wales.
High-Speed Rail: Sydney-Newcastle in 1 Hour by 2037
The Albanese government announces a two-year development phase for high-speed rail between Sydney and Newcastle, with $230 million in new funding. The project aims to cut travel times to an hour, create 99,000 jobs, and boost the economy by $250 billion.
Pocock Urges Rail Upgrades for Sydney-Canberra Line
Independent Senator David Pocock advocates for significant rail improvements on the Sydney-Canberra line, citing economic and environmental benefits for regional connectivity.
ADX Energy Strikes Light Oil in Austria, Eyes Updip Prize
ADX Energy has recovered light oil and gas during testing at its Welchau-1 well in Austria, indicating a potentially significant oil accumulation. The company believes the well may be drilled down the side of the structure, with a larger oil pocket sittin
Energy Costs and Renewables Debate Intensify in Australia
Australia's energy costs and the debate over renewable energy are heating up as economic pressures mount, with stakeholders clashing over the future of the nation's power grid and affordability.
High-Speed Rail CEO Criticized Over Sydney-Newcastle Cost Secrecy
Senators blast High-Speed Rail CEO Tim Parker for secrecy on infrastructure costs, as he previously hinted at $100 billion or more for the Sydney-Newcastle line in a public forum.
APA Confident on Pilbara Green Energy Despite Delays
APA Group CEO Adam Watson expresses confidence in Pilbara green energy projects despite slower customer transitions, highlighting strong earnings and expansion plans.
Power Pole Collapse Cuts Electricity to Hundreds in Kuranda
A fallen power pole in Kuranda has disrupted electricity supply to hundreds of homes, with Ergon Energy crews working to restore power amid local concerns.
Federal Push to Close NSW's Largest Coal Plant Sparks Job Fears
The Eraring power station, supplying 25% of NSW's electricity, faces federal closure pressure, raising concerns for miners at Myuna Colliery and criticism of government policies.
Santos CEO Gets $4.7M Handshake as Profits Fall, Jobs Cut
Santos CEO Kevin Gallagher has secured a $4.7 million golden handshake bonus, announced alongside job cuts and a reported profit fall, sparking debate over executive pay.
Sydney-Newcastle High-Speed Rail Cost Hits $90 Billion
The proposed high-speed rail link between Sydney and Newcastle is now estimated to cost up to $90 billion, three times previous forecasts, raising concerns over feasibility and funding.
Petro Australis Energy CEO Shiva McMahon Departs
Petro Australis Energy, a Western Australian float prospect, has parted ways with CEO Shiva McMahon, a former Woodside executive, amid strategic shifts in the energy sector.
Court Dismisses Greenwashing Claim Against Santos
A Federal Court judge has dismissed a greenwashing claim by ACCR against Santos, ruling the company's emissions reduction plan was not misleading to investors.
Albanese Teases Major High-Speed Rail Announcement
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has hinted at a major high-speed rail project announcement, sparking excitement about potential transformative infrastructure for Australia.
Gas Stays King at Steelworks, Green Hydrogen Shelved
SA Treasurer Tom Koutsantonis confirms gas will power Whyalla Steelworks, with Labor abandoning green hydrogen promises ahead of the state election.
Gas Producer Slides on Disappointing Financial Results
A major Australian gas producer has seen its share price tumble following the release of underwhelming financial results, with analysts highlighting both winners and losers in the energy sector amid market volatility.
Viburnum Invests in Battery Storage Firm Magellan Power
Viburnum Funds has acquired a stake in Magellan Power, marking the battery and energy storage group's first external equity investment to scale Australian-made power solutions.
ADX Strikes Gas at Surface in Austrian Welchau-1 Well
ADX Energy has successfully flowed hydrocarbon gas to surface from its Welchau-1 well in Upper Austria, marking a key milestone after regulatory delays and hinting at significant oil potential.
Aurizon's Kewdale Rail Terminal Set for 2027 Opening
Aurizon Holdings has announced plans to open a new rail freight terminal in Kewdale, Western Australia, in the first half of 2027, boosting infrastructure and logistics.
TMK Energy Nears Gas Flow Milestone in Mongolia
TMK Energy's pressure tests at its Gurvantes coal seam gas project in Mongolia show steady progress toward critical desorption, potentially enabling gas flow and power generation this year.
Labor's Green Steel Plan: Industry Pitch, Cost Unclear
The federal government has presented its green steel proposal to industry leaders, aiming to reduce emissions, but the financial details and pricing remain undisclosed, raising questions.
Angus Taylor: el trabajo más difícil en política australiana
El ministro de Energía, Angus Taylor, asume un rol crítico en la transición energética de Australia, enfrentando desafíos políticos y económicos complejos.
WA Energy Transition: Western Power CEO Sam Barbaro Exits
Western Power CEO Sam Barbaro has announced his departure via LinkedIn, marking a significant leadership change during Western Australia's critical energy transition phase.
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