Thursday, January 1, 2026

Work begins on Aurizon’s zero-emissions freight locomotive

Australia’s largest rail freight company, Aurizon, has unveiled details of its investment to build the first zero-emissions capable freight locomotive built in Australia.

Australian Hydrogen Council applauds $140M hydrogen hub deal in Pilbara

The Australian Hydrogen Council has applauded the Australian Government for announcing a $140 million agreement with the Western Australian Government to advance a hydrogen hub in the Pilbara region.

Australia’s first clean energy TAFE centre to launch in WA

Western Australia is poised to become a key hub for clean energy education with the Albanese and Cook Governments investing $70.5 million over five years to establish the first TAFE Clean Energy Skills National Centre of Excellence.

Tasmania’s renewables ambitions receive boost from TasRex

The Tasmanian Government has welcomed renewable energy company TasRex's proposed solar and wind energy projects in a significant move towards solidifying its position as Australia's renewable energy powerhouse.

Jemena welcomes financial expert Kate Webster as new CFO

Jemena, an energy infrastructure company with a $12.4 billion valuation, has revealed the appointment of Kate Webster as its new Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

NSW rolls out net zero emissions policy for heavy road vehicles, rail freight

The NSW Government has unveiled a new policy aimed at reducing emissions in the heavy road and rail freight sector, which is a significant step in its commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050.

Australia boosts battery manufacturing with new Graphinex facility in Townsville

Graphinex has officially opened its new Battery Anode Demonstration Facility in Townsville, marking a significant step in advancing Australia's manufacturing capabilities in the battery materials sector. 

ReGen 2025 to spotlight sustainable packaging in Australia’s circular economy push

Innovative packaging solutions designed to advance Australia’s circular economy will take centre stage at ReGen 2025, the nation’s leading expo for circular resource innovation. 

Construction commenced on new renewable energy and manufacturing facilities in Townsville

Work on a $17.2 million expansion of TAFE Queensland's Bohle campus has begun, comprising two new renewable energy and advanced manufacturing training and skills facilities.

Rio Tinto, Qld join forces to sustain aluminium manufacturing in Gladstone

In a move aimed at securing the future of the Boyne Island aluminium smelter near Gladstone, the Queensland Government announced a partnership with mining giant Rio Tinto. 
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AVEVA and Schneider Electric spearhead digital transformation in mining

AVEVA, a global leader in industrial software driving digital transformation, has partnered with Schneider Electric to redefine what smart, sustainable mining looks like in the age of AI.